Definition
略知一二 is a self-deprecating set phrase meaning 'to know only a little about something'. The 一二 ('one two') does not refer to specific numbers but metaphorically means 'a superficial or incomplete understanding'. It is often used when the speaker wants to be modest about their knowledge — for example, when asked about a topic, you might say 我只略知一二 ('I only know a little bit'). The phrase is commonly followed by an object introduced by 对 (regarding).
f.e.
to know only a little about (a subject)to have a superficial understanding
Examples
- ，略知一二。Duìyú gǔdiǎn yīnyuè, wǒ zhǐ lüè zhī yī èr.As for classical music, I only know a little.
- 略知一二，。Tā suīrán duì Zhōngguó lìshǐ lüè zhī yī èr, dàn hěn gǎn xìngqù.Although he only knows a little about Chinese history, he is very interested.
- ，略知一二，。Guānyú zhège wèntí, wǒ jǐn lüè zhī yī èr, bù gǎn wàng xià jiélùn.Regarding this issue, I only know a little and dare not jump to conclusions.
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