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Common Chinese expressions for presenting ideas clearly

Chinese for Business: Essential Language Skills for Meetings and Presentations: Common Chinese expressions for presenting ideas clearly
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Here are some common Chinese expressions used for presenting ideas clearly, which are valuable in communication to structure and emphasize points effectively:

  • 首先 (shǒu xiān) — “First of all,” to introduce the first point or step.
  • 其次 (qí cì) — “Secondly,” to add the next argument or idea in order.
  • 最后 (zuì hòu) — “Finally,” to conclude or present the last point.
  • 换句话说 (huàn jù huà shuō) — “In other words,” used to restate or clarify an idea.
  • 事实上 (shì shí shàng) — “In fact,” used to emphasize a truth or importance.
  • 也就是说 (yě jiù shì shuō) — “That is to say,” for explanation or elaboration.
  • 总的来说 (zǒng de lái shuō) — “In summary,” to give an overview or conclusion.
  • 例如 (lì rú) — “For example,” to present an illustrative case.
  • 因此 (yīn cǐ) — “Therefore,” to introduce a conclusion or consequence.
  • 不仅如此 (bù jǐn rú cǐ) — “Not only that,” to add emphasis or additional points.

These expressions serve as useful signposts for organizing speech or writing clearly and coherently in Chinese. They help the speaker or writer guide the listener or reader step by step through their ideas, making the communication more structured and easier to follow. 14, 20

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