Complex Phrases of Contrast - X（倒）是X（了）、……
转折复句 — X（倒）是X（了）、……
Understand the use of phrases of contrast/concession that relate two opposite ideas: 虽然…但是… / 尽管…还是… / 不过 / 然而…
Elements
How to use it
- For 倒, take a model sentence like 把杯子倒过来 (Turn the cup over) and replace only the variable information.
- Copy a model sentence (把杯子倒过来) and replace the subject/object/time while keeping the same structure.
- After substitution, check that 了 / 不 / 没 / 吗 remain coherent with the sense and time of the sentence.
- Context: Use this structure to describe facts or actions in a complete sentence.
Examples
把杯子倒过来
bǎ bēizi dào guòlái
Turn the cup over
倒水
dào shuǐ
Pour the water
倒茶
dào chá
Serve tea
倒下
dǎo xià
Fall
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 ?
(For **倒**, take a model sentence like **把杯子倒过来** (Turn the cup over) and replace only the variable information.)
2. Quel élément complète le mieux cette règle ?
(Copy a model sentence (**把杯子倒过来**) and replace the subject/object/time while keeping the same structure.)
3. Quel élément complète le mieux cette règle ?
(After substitution, check that 了 / 不 / 没 / 吗 remain coherent with the sense and time of the sentence.)
4. Quel élément complète le mieux cette règle ?
(Context: Use this structure to describe facts or actions in a complete sentence.)