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Posted on: Strong
On July 02 at 7:06 AM by chris

Yes, the possible usage of "qiang2" was definitely left hanging by John at the end of the lesson! Perhaps it deserves a QW of its own. Read more

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Posted on: Strong
On July 02 at 6:52 AM by jennyzhu

You could sasy 性格很强. You can also use 强 to refer to capabilities such as athletic capabilities. Nadal and Federer 都很强. Read more

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Posted on: Strong
On July 02 at 6:50 AM by jennyzhu

You could say 他对她的兴趣很浓。But it sounds awkward. The more natural expression would be 他对她很有感觉。 Read more

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Posted on: Strong
On July 02 at 6:48 AM by jennyzhu

I think we mostly refer to someone who has a strong sense of responsibility, be able to handle tough situations in work and life. Read more

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On July 02 at 6:46 AM by chris

Hi bill, I use 回复 (hui2fu4)。 My understanding is that they are all acceptable. Chris. Read more

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Posted on: Going and Leaving
On July 02 at 6:40 AM by chris

Good question - I was also wondering about both the placement of this 一个 as well as whether it was even necessary. Read more

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Posted on: Strong
On July 02 at 5:31 AM by shi3ke4li4

一节有趣的课。  可以说：他的感觉给她的很浓 (He has strong feelings for her). Read more

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On July 02 at 5:27 AM by bill

Hmm ... I use 答复 (da2fu4) for replying to email. Read more

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Posted on: Strong
On July 02 at 5:17 AM by babyeggplant

So when I hear Chinese girls saying that they are looking for a "strong" guy, what are they really looking for? Read more

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Posted on: Monthly Data Plan
On July 02 at 4:41 AM by chris

Interesting thread. If I recall correctly, this use of yuan2lai2 was actually included in a recent Intermediate lesson dialogue itself. The one abou... Read more