发音Pronunciation
mì
第四声 (4th Tone) - Falling
mì
第四声 (4th Tone) - Falling
例句 1Example 1
她知道这个秘密吗？
Does she know the secret?
例句 2Example 2
你能保守秘密吗？
Can you keep a secret?
词汇Vocabulary
- 她 (tā): she, her
- 知道 (zhīdào): to know
- 这个 (zhège): this (colloquial)
- 你 (nǐ): you
- 能 (néng): can, be able to
- 保守 (bǎoshǒu): to keep (a secret), to guard
- 吗 (ma): question particle
语法点Grammar Points
1. 吗 (ma) - Question Particle
Used at the end of a declarative sentence to turn it into a yes/no question. Similar to how intonation works in English for questions.
2. 能 (néng) - Ability/Permission
Indicates ability or possibility ("can", "be able to"). It can also be used to ask for or grant permission.
3. 保守 (bǎoshǒu) + 秘密 (mìmì)
A common collocation meaning "to keep a secret." 保守 (bǎoshǒu) literally means "to guard/protect" and "to keep/maintain."
文化 & 学习提示Culture & Learning Tip
The concept of a 秘密 (mìmì) is universal. In Chinese culture, like many others, trust is paramount when sharing or keeping secrets. The phrase 保守秘密 (bǎoshǒu mìmì) emphasizes the responsibility of guarding confidential information.
Pay attention to the tones: both characters in 秘密 (mì mì) are pronounced with the 4th (falling) tone. Consistent tone practice is key to clear Chinese pronunciation.
