少于
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Meaning: less than
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少于
少于 means 'less than' in English, used to indicate a quantity or amount that is below a specified number or level. It is commonly used in comparisons and measurements.
The character 少 (shǎo) means 'few' or 'little,' while 于 (yú) is a classical preposition meaning 'than' or 'to.' Together, they form a phrase that expresses a comparative relationship, similar to the English 'less than.'
少于 is widely used in everyday speech and writing, especially in contexts involving numbers, such as statistics, prices, or time. It is often seen in news reports, product descriptions, and academic texts. Understanding this phrase helps learners grasp comparative structures in Chinese more effectively.
Example Sentences
这个项目花费少于预期的预算。
This project cost less than the expected budget.
他每天锻炼的时间少于半小时。
He spends less than half an hour exercising each day.