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Expressing possession with 之

Use 之 in formal or classical contexts to indicate possession, similar to 的. It's common in titles of works, poems, and formal documents, following the pattern 'Noun + 之 + Noun'. Avoid using 之 in casual speech.

Structure

Noun + 之 + Noun
used in formal titles and writing

Examples

  • 学习之重要不可忽视。
    Xuéxí zhī zhòngyào bùkě hūshì.
    The importance of learning cannot be ignored.
  • 亲情之温暖让人感动。
    Qīnqíng zhī wēnnuǎn ràng rén gǎndòng.
    The warmth of familial love moves people.
  • 友谊之贵在于真诚。
    Yǒuyì zhī guì zàiyú zhēnchéng.
    The value of friendship lies in sincerity.

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