Fixed Formulas - 动词+什么（就）是什么
— 动词+什么（就）是什么
An essential grammar point to master for producing correct sentences.
Structure
动词+什么（就）是什么
How to use it
- Start with the pattern: 动词+什么（就）是什么.
- Placement: keep what precedes 动词 before the verb, and what follows 动词 after the verb.
- Context: mainly in questions and answers.
Examples
他有什么东西吗？
tā yǒu(yì)diǎnr shénme dōngxi ma？
Does he have something?
这是什么？
zhè shì shénme？
What is it?
Common mistakes
- Check the order of elements before speaking or writing.
- Use a complete sentence to validate the structure in a real context.
Practice quiz
Choose the best option for each sentence, then submit to view the correction.
1. Quel élément complète le mieux cette règle ?
(Start with the pattern: **动词+什么（就）是什么**.)
2. Quel élément complète le mieux cette règle ?
(Placement: keep what precedes 动词 before the verb, and what follows 动词 after the verb.)
3. Quel élément complète le mieux cette règle ?
(Context: mainly in questions and answers.)