Definition
一般而言 is a formal set phrase used to introduce a general statement or observation — equivalent to 'generally speaking' or 'in general' in English. It typically appears at the beginning of a sentence, followed by a comma, and sets up a broad claim that may have exceptions. This is a fixed expression; you cannot swap out the characters or change the word order.
v.p.
generally speakingin generalas a rule
Examples
- 一般而言，。yī bān ér yán, dà chéngshì de shēnghuó chéngběn gèng gāo.Generally speaking, the cost of living in big cities is higher.
- 一般而言，。yī bān ér yán, zǎo shuì zǎo qǐ duì shēntǐ yǒu hǎochù.Generally speaking, going to bed early and waking up early is good for your health.
- 一般而言，。yī bān ér yán, zhège fāng'àn shì kěxíng de.Generally speaking, this plan is feasible.
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