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HSK 2.0 Level 5+ HSK 3.0 Level 4+ 5 min read

有的是 for “Plenty Of”

Say 有的是 when there is more than enough of something, often to tell someone not to worry.

Pattern

有的是 + noun; noun + 有的是

有的是 means “there is plenty of” and is usually said to reassure: there’s more than enough, so don’t worry.

别着急，我们有的是时间。

When to use 有的是 for “Plenty Of”

有的是 works like a strong 有很多: “there is plenty of” or “have loads of.” It can come before the noun (我们有的是时间) or after it, with the noun moved to the front as the topic (时间有的是).

别着急，我们有的是时间，慢慢吃。

Don’t rush, we have plenty of time. Eat slowly.

这种水果南方有的是，一点儿也不贵。

There’s plenty of this fruit in the south. It isn’t expensive at all.

机会有的是，这次不行，下次再试吧。

There will be plenty of chances. If it doesn’t work this time, try again next time.

图书馆里有的是这样的书，你随便借。

The library has plenty of books like this. Borrow whatever you like.

Common traps

  • Don’t drop 是: 有的 means “some,” not “plenty of.”
  • Don’t add 很 or a negative to 有的是; use 很多 or 不多 instead.
  • 有的是 sounds casual and confident; in formal writing, 很多 or 大量 is safer.

Targeted drill

Practice this exact pattern before moving on.

他 办法，这点小事难不倒他

He’s full of ideas. A small thing like this won’t stump him
Fill in the missing piece, then press Enter

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