B1 · Grammar reference · ASGPW8PP
Expressing "small quantity" with "jiu" 就 (jiù) is often translated simply as "just" or "only," but there are some nuances to how it is used.
Structure
就 + Subj. + Predicate
Subj. + 就 + [Verb Phrase]
Subj. + 就 + Number + [Measure Word] + Noun
Keywords 就 · just · only
Used for Describing actions · Describing things
Classification Adverbs Examples (15) Add all sentences to My sentences I'm the only person that knows about this. Illustrates Expressing "small quantity" with "jiu" with 就. We all forgot. Only he still remembers it. Illustrates Expressing "small quantity" with "jiu" with 就. Everyone finished work and left. Only the boss hasn't left. Illustrates Expressing "small quantity" with "jiu" with 就. The other dishes are great. Just these two dishes are a little salty. Illustrates Expressing "small quantity" with "jiu" with 就. Do you think everyone else is an idiot? That only you are smart? Illustrates Expressing "small quantity" with "jiu" with 就. I've only been there once. Illustrates Expressing "small quantity" with "jiu" with 就. I only had a piece of bread for breakfast. Illustrates Expressing "small quantity" with "jiu" with 就. You ordered only two dishes? Illustrates Expressing "small quantity" with "jiu" with 就. We only know a little about his business. Illustrates Expressing "small quantity" with "jiu" with 就. She has worked at our company for only two months. Illustrates Expressing "small quantity" with "jiu" with 就. Does this place only have one bathroom? Illustrates Expressing "small quantity" with "jiu" with 就. Does your family only have one child? Illustrates Expressing "small quantity" with "jiu" with 就. I only have one brother. Illustrates Expressing "small quantity" with "jiu" with 就. He only has one friend in Shanghai. Illustrates Expressing "small quantity" with "jiu" with 就. There are only three employees in our company. Illustrates Expressing "small quantity" with "jiu" with 就. Further resources
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