Indicating time with "……的时候" - HSK 2 Grammar Lesson 2.4.2
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Introduction to the Course
- The video is part of the "Chinese Zero to Hero" series, which offers comprehensive courses for beginners aiming for fluency from HSK1 to HSK6.
- This lesson is selected from the HSK2 course and is available on YouTube for a limited time.
Expressing Time in Chinese
- The lesson focuses on how to express time in Chinese, using examples like "I wasn't home at all this morning" (今天早上8点，我没在家).
- It highlights the importance of expressing simultaneous events, such as "when I was sleeping, mom was cooking," emphasizing storytelling utility.
Using ShiHou in Sentences
- The term "ShiHou" (时候) is introduced as a way to indicate time within sentences. For example: "我睡觉的时候，我妈妈在做饭."
- Examples illustrate that ShiHou can be attached to verbs or time expressions, with optional usage depending on context.
Practical Applications of Time Expressions
- Simplified forms are shown where ShiHou can be omitted without changing meaning, e.g., "我18岁一個人來到北京" instead of including ShiHou.
- A dialogue example reinforces understanding: “Craig，你是什么时候开始替足球的?” leading into specifics about actions tied to age and timing.
Conclusion and Review