啊
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Definitions
- 1. modal particle ending sentence, showing affirmation, approval, or consent
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3 itemsparticle indicating that a previously asked question is to be applied to the preceding word (\What about ...?\, \And ...?\)
Particle indicating continuation, used in contrast or to soften a question.
(modal particle indicating suggestion or surmise)
Particle suggesting probability, or used to form an imperative or suggestion.
(question particle for \yes-no\ questions)
Particle used at the end of a yes-no question.
Usage notes
Common mistakes
啊 can become 呀 after vowels (a, e, i, o, ü), but only in informal writing; in formal text, 啊 remains unchanged regardless of preceding sound.
Formality
In formal writing, avoid 啊 and use statement structure without the particle; 啊 adds a casual or emphatic tone.
Grammar
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Example Sentences
2 shown今天的天气真好 啊 ！
啊 啊 ！
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