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怎么
zěnme
Description
“怎么”是一个很常用的问词，用来问方法、原因或者情况。
"怎么" is a very common question word used to ask about methods, reasons, or situations.
比如你想知道一件事情要用什么办法做，就可以说“怎么做”。
For example, if you want to know how to do something, you can say "怎么做".
Meanings
怎么zěnme
how; in what way
这个字怎么写？
How do you write this character?
怎么zěnme
why; how come
你怎么不来上课？
Why didn't you come to class?
怎么zěnme
used to soften or mean 'somewhat'
我不怎么喜欢喝咖啡。
I don't really like drinking coffee.
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Notes
- Nuance
怎么 asks manner or reason; 怎么样 asks about condition or opinion.
- Usage
不怎么 before a verb/adjective means 'not very' or 'not much'.
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