丝毫

sī háo

HSK 2.0 Level 5 HSK 3.0 Level 7 Adjective Uncommon

Definitions

1. the slightest amount or degree
2. a bit

Word relationships

Synonyms

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• 些许 xiē xǔ 些许 xiē xǔ a few both indicate a very small degree: a few

Usage notes

Collocations

Usually used in negative sentences, e.g., 丝毫没有... (not the slightest...)

Common mistakes

Don't confuse 丝毫 (smallest bit) with 一点 (a little); 丝毫 is more formal and often negative.

Example Sentences

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他 丝毫 没有犹豫。

He didn't hesitate at all.

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Words Containing 丝毫

• 丝毫不差 丝毫不差 sī háo bù chā: accurate to perfection (idiom)

Child Words of 丝毫

• 丝 丝 sī: silk
• 毫 毫 háo: hair