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“apparently” in Chinese

Chinese

Pronunciation

Pinyinsì hū

Example

他似乎很累。tā sì hū hěn lèi

He is apparently very tired.

Illustration for 似乎 (apparently)

How to say “apparently” in Chinese

“Apparently” in Chinese is 似乎 (sì hū).

A cautious judgment based on signs, presented as seeming true rather than certain.

Full entry for 似乎: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with 似乎

天色 似乎 要下雨了。tiān sè sì hū yào xià yǔ le

It looks like it's going to rain.

Tips for using 似乎

  • Its careful tone makes it valuable for recognizing when a speaker is leaving room for doubt, while everyday conversation may use a more relaxed alternative for the same general purpose.

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