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“paragraph” in Chinese

Chinese

Pronunciation

Pinyinduàn luò

Example

请把这个段落分成两段。qǐng bǎ zhè ge duàn luò fēn chéng liǎng duàn

Please split this paragraph into two paragraphs.

Illustration for 段落 (paragraph)

How to say “paragraph” in Chinese

“Paragraph” in Chinese is 段落 (duàn luò).

One organized section in a longer line of ideas, marked by a clear point of focus.

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

Example sentences with 段落

他的论文段落之间缺乏衔接。tā de lùn wén duàn luò zhī jiān quē fá xián jiē

There is a lack of connection between the paragraphs in his paper.

Tips for using 段落

  • English learners may expect a paragraph to require several sentences, but Chinese also uses this word for a single-sentence unit that presents one complete point.

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