Usage of 当然
'当然' is a very common adverb in Mandarin used to express that something is natural, obvious, or expected. It often translates as 'of course' or 'naturally' in English. It is used to affirm a statement strongly, indicating that the speaker considers the fact self-evident.
Position in Sentence
'当然' usually appears before the verb or predicate it modifies, emphasizing the certainty or naturalness of the action or state.
Common Collocations
- 当然可以 (dāngrán kěyǐ): Of course can / allowed to
- 当然知道 (dāngrán zhīdào): Naturally know
- 当然需要 (dāngrán xūyào): Naturally need
These collocations highlight permission, knowledge, and necessity respectively.
Nuance and Register
Using '当然' conveys confidence and sometimes a polite reassurance. It is neutral in tone and suitable for both formal and informal contexts.
Common Confusion
Do not confuse '当然' with '可能' (possible) or '也许' (maybe). '当然' expresses certainty, while the others express possibility or uncertainty.
Usage of 当然
'当然' is a very common adverb in Mandarin used to express that something is natural, obvious, or expected. It often translates as 'of course' or 'naturally' in English. It is used to affirm a statement strongly, indicating that the speaker considers the fact self-evident.
Position in Sentence
'当然' usually appears before the verb or predicate it modifies, emphasizing the certainty or naturalness of the action or state.
Common Collocations
- 当然可以 (dāngrán kěyǐ): Of course can / allowed to
- 当然知道 (dāngrán zhīdào): Naturally know
- 当然需要 (dāngrán xūyào): Naturally need
These collocations highlight permission, knowledge, and necessity respectively.
Nuance and Register
Using '当然' conveys confidence and sometimes a polite reassurance. It is neutral in tone and suitable for both formal and informal contexts.
Common Confusion
Do not confuse '当然' with '可能' (possible) or '也许' (maybe). '当然' expresses certainty, while the others express possibility or uncertainty.
Usage of 当然
'当然' is a very common adverb in Mandarin used to express that something is natural, obvious, or expected. It often translates as 'of course' or 'naturally' in English. It is used to affirm a statement strongly, indicating that the speaker considers the fact self-evident.
Position in Sentence
'当然' usually appears before the verb or predicate it modifies, emphasizing the certainty or naturalness of the action or state.
Common Collocations
- 当然可以 (dāngrán kěyǐ): Of course can / allowed to
- 当然知道 (dāngrán zhīdào): Naturally know
- 当然需要 (dāngrán xūyào): Naturally need
These collocations highlight permission, knowledge, and necessity respectively.
Nuance and Register
Using '当然' conveys confidence and sometimes a polite reassurance. It is neutral in tone and suitable for both formal and informal contexts.
Common Confusion
Do not confuse '当然' with '可能' (possible) or '也许' (maybe). '当然' expresses certainty, while the others express possibility or uncertainty.