Comparison / 比较
比较 vs 比
relatively/quite vs comparing A to B
Comparison / 对比
| 比较 bǐjiào | 比 bǐ | |
|---|---|---|
| Function | Adverb: 'relatively, quite' | Preposition: A 比 B + adj. |
| Structure | 比较 + adj./v. | A 比 B + adj. (+ 多了/一点儿) |
| Comparison | No explicit comparison object | Must have two things being compared |
| Degree | Cannot add 很/非常 before adj. | Cannot add 很 after 比 |
Examples / 例句
比较: 今天比较冷，多穿点衣服。
It's relatively cold today — wear more. (no comparison target)
比: 今天比昨天冷多了。
Today is much colder than yesterday. (comparing two days)
Quick rule: 比较 = 'relatively' (standalone, no B needed). 比 = 'than' (must have A 比 B). Common error: ×今天比昨天比较冷 — don't use both together.
Fill in the Blank / 填空练习
Type the correct word to complete each sentence. Press Enter or click Check.
今天天气冷，多穿点衣服。
北京的冬天上海冷多了。
这道菜好吃，你尝尝。
Quick Quiz / 小测验
这个城市的交通方便。
No comparison target — just 'relatively convenient' → 比较.
坐飞机坐火车快。
Comparing plane vs train → A 比 B structure.
他的中文水平高，能看中文小说。
No second item to compare — 'quite high' → 比较.