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Labeling with 所谓

Use 所谓 to discuss terms, labels, and claims in advanced Chinese.

Pattern

所谓 + label/concept, comment

Introduce a term, label, or contested idea.

所谓成功，并不只有一种标准。

When to use Labeling with 所谓

所谓 can neutrally introduce a term, but it can also sound skeptical, as if the label may not be deserved.

我们先解释所谓语境这个概念。

Let us first explain the concept called context.

所谓公平，不能只看结果。

So-called fairness cannot look only at results.

他所谓的经验，其实并不适合这里。

His so-called experience is not actually suitable here.

所谓高效学习，关键在于反馈。

What is called efficient learning depends on feedback.

Common traps

  • 所谓 may sound skeptical; be careful when referring to people’s achievements.
  • 的 can attach 所谓 to a following noun phrase.
  • Use it to introduce a label, not an ordinary object.

Exercice ciblé

Entraînez-vous sur ce schéma exact avant de continuer.

成功，并不只有一种标准

Missing grammar piece
Sens
so-called; what is called