Chinese phrase

〜得很 〜 dé hěn

Meaning

very ___

When to use it

It shows that a quality or state is present to a high degree. It usually follows a description and adds clear emphasis in everyday speech.

Example dialogue

这件衣服好看得很。 zhè jiàn yī fú hǎo kàn de hěn

This outfit looks very nice.

是啊,特别适合你。 shì a tè bié shì hé nǐ

Yeah, it looks especially good on you.

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