多么
many; much; how; what
Meanings
3 senses · 9 examplesadverb
(used in interrogatives) how; to what degree
Inquires about degree or quantity. The suffix "么" is often optional in casual speech, making "多" alone (duō) also acceptable for questions.
How old are you?
How long does it take to get to the airport from here?
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How much is this piece of clothing?
adverb
(used in exclamations) how; what a
Expresses strong emotion or emphasis. "多么" is slightly more emphatic and common in exclamations than "多" alone.
How beautiful the scenery is here!
How smart this child is!
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How happy I am to see you again!
adverb
no matter how; however (deep/extreme)
Often used in the pattern "多...多..." to mean "no matter how... or how...". Emphasizes persistence or tolerance under extreme conditions.
No matter how difficult it is, we must persist.
No matter how late it is, he will wait for me.
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No matter how tired or busy he is, he will still make time for his family.