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  • 少放 (shǎo fàng) means 'to put less'.
  • Used when reducing ingredients in cooking.
  • Polite way to express preference for less salt, sugar, oil, etc.
  • Common in restaurants and home cooking.

The Chinese phrase 少放 (shǎo fàng) is a straightforward and practical expression that translates directly to 'to put less' or 'to use less of something'. It's an imperative or a suggestion, indicating a desire to reduce the quantity of a particular ingredient, item, or even an action. You'll hear this phrase frequently in everyday conversations, particularly when discussing cooking, shopping, or managing resources.

In the context of cooking, 少放 is incredibly common. Imagine you're ordering food in a restaurant or telling a family member how to prepare a dish. If you don't want too much salt, sugar, oil, or chili, you would use 少放. For instance, if you prefer less spice, you might say '我喜欢吃辣，但少放点辣椒' (Wǒ xǐhuān chī là, dàn shǎo fàng diǎn làjiāo) - 'I like spicy food, but put less chili.' This shows a nuanced preference rather than a complete avoidance.

Beyond food, 少放 can be used in other situations where moderation is key. For example, if someone is using too much detergent when doing laundry, you might suggest, '少放一点洗洁精' (Shǎo fàng yīdiǎn xǐjiéjīng) - 'Use a little less detergent.' Or, if a child is using an excessive amount of glue for a craft project, a parent might say, '少放点胶水，不然会弄得一团糟' (Shǎo fàng diǎn jiāoshuǐ, bùrán huì nòng de yītuánzāo) - 'Put less glue, otherwise it will make a mess.' The core idea is always about reduction and moderation.

The simplicity of 少放 makes it accessible even for beginner learners. It’s a versatile phrase that allows you to express a desire for less without being overly demanding. It’s often used in a polite or suggestive tone, making it a friendly way to communicate preferences. Understanding 少放 opens up a range of practical communication scenarios, especially in daily life and culinary settings.

请少放盐，我不太能吃咸。

Core Meaning
To use or add a smaller quantity of something.
Common Contexts
Cooking (ingredients), household chores (detergents), crafts (glue).
Grammatical Function
Verb phrase, often used as a command or suggestion.

Mastering 少放 (shǎo fàng) involves understanding its placement within a sentence and the nuances of its application. Generally, it functions as a verb phrase, often appearing directly before the object it modifies, or at the end of a clause as a directive.

1. Direct Command/Suggestion with Object: The most common structure is 少放 + [Object]. This is direct and clear, specifying what you want less of. For example, when ordering food: '少放点葱' (Shǎo fàng diǎn cōng) - 'Put less green onion.' Here, '点' (diǎn) is often added to soften the request, making it 'a little less'.

2. In a Clause Expressing Preference: You can incorporate 少放 into a longer sentence to explain your preference. For instance: '我不太喜欢太甜的，所以请少放糖' (Wǒ bù tài xǐhuān tài tián de, suǒyǐ qǐng shǎo fàng táng) - 'I don't like things too sweet, so please put less sugar.' The '请' (qǐng) adds politeness.

3. As a General Instruction: In some contexts, 少放 can stand alone as a general instruction, implying 'use less' or 'be moderate'. For example, a teacher might tell students using craft materials, '大家少放一点' (Dàjiā shǎo fàng yīdiǎn) - 'Everyone use a little less.'

4. With Adverbs of Degree: You can modify the intensity of the request with adverbs like '一点' (yīdiǎn - a little) or '一些' (yīxiē - some, a bit). '少放一点' is very common and polite. '少放一些' also works, conveying a similar meaning.

5. In Negative Constructions (Less Common but Possible): While 少放 inherently means 'put less', you might encounter constructions that emphasize the avoidance of *more*. However, the direct use of 少放 is far more prevalent and recommended for learners.

做菜的时候，少放油会更健康。

Basic Structure
少放 + [Object] (e.g., 少放盐 - shǎo fàng yán)
Adding Politeness
少放 + 点/一些 + [Object] (e.g., 少放点糖 - shǎo fàng diǎn táng)
In Full Sentences
[Reason], 所以/请 + 少放 + [Object] (e.g., 我不吃辣，请少放辣椒 - Wǒ bù chī là, qǐng shǎo fàng làjiāo)

The phrase 少放 (shǎo fàng) is ubiquitous in everyday Chinese life, making it a highly practical term for learners. You'll encounter it in numerous real-world scenarios, primarily centered around consumption, preparation, and personal preferences.

1. Restaurants and Food Ordering: This is perhaps the most common place you'll hear 少放. Whether you're at a fine dining establishment, a casual noodle shop, or ordering street food, customers frequently use it to adjust ingredients. Examples include: '少放点香菜' (Shǎo fàng diǎn xiāngcài) - 'Put less cilantro,' '少放点辣椒油' (Shǎo fàng diǎn làjiāo yóu) - 'Put less chili oil,' or '少放味精' (Shǎo fàng wèijīng) - 'Put less MSG.' Waitstaff might also use it when confirming orders or offering suggestions.

2. Home Cooking and Family Meals: In households, 少放 is used extensively when preparing meals. A parent might instruct a child helping in the kitchen: '少放点盐，别太咸了' (Shǎo fàng diǎn yán, bié tài xián le) - 'Put less salt, don't make it too salty.' Or, someone might say to another family member, '今天的菜少放了油，很健康' (Jīntiān de cài shǎo fàng le yóu, hěn jiànkāng) - 'Less oil was used in today's dish, it's very healthy.'

3. Shopping and Product Usage: While less frequent than in food contexts, 少放 can apply to other consumable goods. For instance, when discussing laundry detergent: '这个牌子的洗衣液很浓缩，少放一点就够了' (Zhège páizi de xǐyīyè hěn nóngsuō, shǎo fàng yīdiǎn jiù gòu le) - 'This brand of laundry detergent is very concentrated, a little less is enough.' Similarly, for cleaning supplies or even certain craft materials like glue.

4. Health and Dietary Discussions: People often use 少放 when talking about healthy eating or managing specific dietary needs. '为了健康，我平时做菜都少放糖' (Wèile jiànkāng, wǒ píngshí zuòcài dōu shǎo fàng táng) - 'For health, I usually put less sugar when cooking.' This reflects a conscious effort towards moderation.

5. Informal Conversations Among Friends: When sharing food or discussing recipes, friends might use 少放 casually. '上次你做的那个蛋糕太甜了，下次少放点糖吧' (Shàng cì nǐ zuò de nàge dàngāo tài tián le, xià cì shǎo fàng diǎn táng ba) - 'Last time the cake you made was too sweet, let's put less sugar next time.'

服务员，请少放一些辣椒，谢谢！

Scenario: Restaurant
Requesting less spice: '少放辣椒' (shǎo fàng làjiāo).
Scenario: Home Cooking
Instructing on salt: '少放盐' (shǎo fàng yán).
Scenario: Health Conscious
Reducing sugar: '少放糖' (shǎo fàng táng).

While 少放 (shǎo fàng) is a relatively simple phrase, learners can sometimes make mistakes that affect clarity or politeness. Understanding these common pitfalls can help you use the phrase more effectively.

1. Confusing '少放' with '不要' (bú yào - don't want/don't use): '少放' implies using *less*, whereas '不要' means complete avoidance. If you dislike cilantro entirely, you should say '不要放香菜' (bú yào fàng xiāngcài). Saying '少放香菜' might still result in cilantro being added, just in a smaller quantity, which could be undesirable.

2. Overuse or Incorrect Application: Applying 少放 to situations where it doesn't fit can sound unnatural. For example, you wouldn't typically say '少放' for non-consumable items or abstract concepts. It's primarily for quantities of ingredients or substances being added.

3. Tone and Politeness: Depending on the context, a blunt '少放' can sound demanding. Adding '点' (diǎn) or '一些' (yīxiē) makes it 'a little less', which is much softer and more polite. Forgetting these can lead to unintentionally sounding abrupt, especially in service interactions.

4. Mispronunciation: The tones are crucial in Chinese. Mispronouncing '少' (shǎo - third tone) or '放' (fàng - fourth tone) can lead to misunderstanding. Ensure you practice the correct tones: third tone for 'shǎo' and fourth tone for 'fàng'.

5. Using '少' (shǎo) alone inappropriately: While '少' means 'few' or 'less', it's usually used as an adjective or adverb modifying a noun or verb. As a standalone verb phrase, '少放' is the correct form for 'put less'. Simply saying '少' in this context would be grammatically incorrect.

6. Forgetting the Object: While sometimes contextually understood, it's best practice to include the object of '少放'. Saying just '少放' without specifying what to reduce might leave the listener confused.

错误：我少放了香菜。(Implies I put less cilantro, but some was still added)

正确：我不要香菜。(Implies I want no cilantro at all)

Mistake: '少放' vs '不要'
Using '少放' when complete avoidance is needed. Correct is '不要'.
Mistake: Tone
Incorrect tones for '少' (shǎo) and '放' (fàng).
Mistake: Politeness
Using '少放' bluntly without '点' or '一些'.

While 少放 (shǎo fàng) is excellent for its directness in indicating 'to put less', other words and phrases offer variations in meaning, nuance, or formality. Understanding these alternatives can enrich your vocabulary and help you express yourself more precisely.

1. 减 (jiǎn) - To reduce, decrease

减 is a more general term for reduction. It can be used in various contexts, not just 'putting' something. For example, 减盐 (jiǎn yán) means 'reduce salt intake' or 'use less salt', which is similar to 少放盐 but broader. 减 is often used in more formal or technical contexts regarding quantities.

Comparison
少放 is specific to adding less of something. 减 is a broader term for reduction.
Example
少放点糖 (shǎo fàng diǎn táng) - Put less sugar. 减糖 (jiǎn táng) - Reduce sugar (as a general goal or policy).

2. 留神 (liúshén) - To be careful, pay attention (often implying moderation)

While not a direct synonym, 留神 can be used in contexts where careful attention to quantity is implied. For example, when using a potent ingredient, someone might say '这个香料味道很重，留神用' (Zhège xiāngliào wèidào hěn zhòng, liúshén yòng) - 'This spice has a strong flavor, use it carefully.' This implies using less or being very mindful of the amount, similar in spirit to 少放 but with an emphasis on caution.

Comparison
少放 is about quantity reduction. 留神 is about careful usage, which often leads to using less.
Example
少放点盐 (shǎo fàng diǎn yán) - Put less salt. 留神用盐 (liúshén yòng yán) - Use salt carefully (implying possibly less).

3. 适量 (shìliàng) - Appropriate amount, moderate quantity

适量 is an adjective or adverb meaning 'in moderation' or 'an appropriate amount'. It's often used in recipes or instructions to indicate that an ingredient should be added to taste or in a suitable quantity, rather than a fixed amount. It suggests moderation without explicitly saying 'put less'.

Comparison
少放 is a directive to reduce. 适量 indicates a balanced or suitable amount.
Example
请少放糖 (qǐng shǎo fàng táng) - Please put less sugar. 糖适量 (táng shìliàng) - Sugar to taste / moderate amount of sugar.

4. 不要放 (bú yào fàng) - Do not put

This is the most direct contrast to 少放. If you want something completely omitted, you use 不要放. This is critical for allergies or strong dislikes.

Comparison
少放 means 'less', 不要放 means 'not at all'.
Example
少放点辣椒 (shǎo fàng diǎn làjiāo) - Put less chili. 不要放辣椒 (bú yào fàng làjiāo) - Do not put any chili.

How Formal Is It?

Wusstest du?

The character 放 (fàng) originally depicted a person holding something and letting it go, symbolizing release. Over time, its meaning expanded to include 'to put' or 'to add', especially in contexts like cooking or placing items.

Aussprachehilfe

UK /ʃɑʊ̯ fɑŋ/
US /ʃɑʊ̯ fɑŋ/
There is no strong stress on syllables in Mandarin Chinese; rather, tones carry the prosodic information. However, the fourth tone on 'fàng' is typically pronounced with more emphasis.
Reimt sich auf
pǎo (跑 - run) dǎo (倒 - fall) gǎo (搞 - do/make) bǎo (饱 - full) hǎo (好 - good) tǎo (讨 - ask for) lǎo (老 - old) tào (套 - set/scheme)
Häufige Fehler
  • Confusing the third tone of 'shǎo' with a flat tone or a different tone.
  • Pronouncing 'fàng' with an incorrect tone, such as a neutral tone or a rising tone.
  • Not clearly articulating the 'ang' diphthong in 'fàng'.
  • Using an English 'o' sound instead of the Mandarin 'a' in 'shǎo'.

Schwierigkeitsgrad

Lesen 2/5

The phrase itself is simple, but understanding its context in longer sentences or nuanced discussions requires some comprehension of surrounding vocabulary and sentence structures. Recognizing its usage in various scenarios is key.

Schreiben 2/5
Sprechen 2/5
Hören 2/5

Was du als Nächstes lernen solltest

Voraussetzungen

少 (shǎo) 放 (fàng) 盐 (yán) 糖 (táng) 油 (yóu)

Als Nächstes lernen

多放 (duō fàng) 不要放 (bú yào fàng) 适量 (shìliàng) 加 (jiā) 减 (jiǎn)

Fortgeschritten

克制 (kèzhì) 节制 (jiézhì) 适可而止 (shì kě ér zhǐ) 点到为止 (diǎn dào wéi zhǐ) 量力而行 (liàng lì ér xíng)

Wichtige Grammatik

Use of 点 (diǎn) and 一些 (yīxiē) to soften requests.

少放点盐 (shǎo fàng diǎn yán) - Put a little less salt. 少放一些辣椒 (shǎo fàng yīxiē làjiāo) - Put a bit less chili.

Placement of the object in verb-object phrases.

少放盐 (shǎo fàng yán) - Object '盐' comes after the verb phrase '少放'.

Using 请 (qǐng) for politeness.

请少放糖。(Qǐng shǎo fàng táng.) - Please put less sugar.

Using a reason clause before the request.

我不吃辣，所以少放辣椒。(Wǒ bù chī là, suǒyǐ shǎo fàng làjiāo.) - I don't eat spicy food, so put less chili.

Distinguishing between 少放 (less) and 不要放 (do not put).

少放香菜 (less cilantro) vs. 不要放香菜 (no cilantro at all).

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Beispiele nach Niveau

1

请少放点糖。

Please put less sugar.

少放 (shǎo fàng) - to put less; 点 (diǎn) - a little; 糖 (táng) - sugar.

2

我喜欢这个菜，但是少放点盐。

I like this dish, but use less salt.

盐 (yán) - salt.

3

少放油，对身体好。

Use less oil, it's good for your health.

油 (yóu) - oil.

4

这个菜少放点辣椒。

Put less chili in this dish.

辣椒 (làjiāo) - chili.

5

妈妈，少放点酱油。

Mom, put a little less soy sauce.

酱油 (jiàngyóu) - soy sauce.

6

少放点葱，谢谢。

Put less green onion, thank you.

葱 (cōng) - green onion.

7

做汤时，少放点盐。

When making soup, use less salt.

汤 (tāng) - soup.

8

他总是少放鸡精。

He always uses less chicken essence.

鸡精 (jījīng) - chicken essence (a type of MSG seasoning).

1

请在饺子里少放点韭菜。

Please put less chives in the dumplings.

饺子 (jiǎozi) - dumplings; 韭菜 (jiǔcài) - chives.

2

我不太喜欢吃太甜的，所以请少放糖。

I don't like things too sweet, so please put less sugar.

太甜 (tài tián) - too sweet.

3

做这道菜的时候，记得要少放油。

When making this dish, remember to use less oil.

记得 (jìde) - remember.

4

服务员，这个菜可以少放点蒜吗？

Waiter, can you put a little less garlic in this dish?

蒜 (suàn) - garlic.

5

我正在减肥，所以做饭时尽量少放盐。

I am on a diet, so I try to use less salt when cooking.

减肥 (jiǎnféi) - to lose weight; 尽量 (jǐnliàng) - try one's best.

6

这个汤的味道很浓，下次可以少放点儿。

The flavor of this soup is very strong, next time you can use a little less.

味道 (wèidào) - flavor; 浓 (nóng) - strong, rich; 点儿 (diǎnr) - a little (colloquial).

7

他做事总是很小心，放调料时也少放。

He is always very careful when doing things, and uses less seasoning too.

小心 (xiǎoxīn) - careful; 调料 (tiáoliào) - seasoning.

8

你做的蛋糕很好吃，就是有点太甜了，下次少放点糖。

The cake you made is delicious, it's just a bit too sweet, next time put less sugar.

蛋糕 (dàngāo) - cake; 好吃 (hǎochī) - delicious.

1

在烹饪过程中，如果希望减少油腻感，可以适当地少放一些食用油。

During the cooking process, if you want to reduce greasiness, you can appropriately use less cooking oil.

烹饪 (pēngrèn) - cooking; 减少 (jiǎnshǎo) - reduce; 油腻感 (yóunìgǎn) - greasiness; 适当地 (shìdàng de) - appropriately; 食用油 (shíyòngyóu) - cooking oil.

2

考虑到健康因素，许多人开始选择在日常饮食中少放盐和糖。

Considering health factors, many people are starting to choose to use less salt and sugar in their daily diet.

考虑到 (kǎolǜ dào) - considering; 健康因素 (jiànkāng yīnsù) - health factors; 日常饮食 (rìcháng yǐnshí) - daily diet.

3

如果你对某种香料过敏，务必告知服务员，要求他们不要放。

If you are allergic to a certain spice, be sure to inform the waiter and ask them not to put it in.

过敏 (guòmǐn) - allergic; 务必 (wùbì) - must, be sure to; 告知 (gàozhī) - inform.

4

在制作披萨时，你可以根据个人口味少放芝士。

When making pizza, you can use less cheese according to personal taste.

披萨 (pīsà) - pizza; 芝士 (zhīshì) - cheese.

5

为了更好地控制成本，工厂决定在生产线上少放一些原材料。

In order to better control costs, the factory decided to use less raw materials on the production line.

控制成本 (kòngzhì chéngběn) - control costs; 工厂 (gōngchǎng) - factory; 生产线 (shēngchǎnxiàn) - production line; 原材料 (yuáncáiliào) - raw materials.

6

他的烹饪风格比较朴素，倾向于少放各种复杂的调味料。

His cooking style is relatively simple, leaning towards using less of various complex seasonings.

朴素 (pǔsù) - simple, plain; 倾向于 (qīngxiàng yú) - to lean towards; 复杂 (fùzá) - complex.

7

如果你觉得味道太重，下次可以少放一点儿。

If you find the taste too strong, you can use a little less next time.

味道太重 (wèidào tài zhòng) - taste is too strong.

8

为了追求更纯粹的茶香，泡茶时应少放茶叶。

To pursue a purer tea aroma, less tea leaves should be used when brewing.

追求 (zhuīqiú) - pursue; 纯粹 (chúncuì) - pure; 茶香 (cháxiāng) - tea aroma; 泡茶 (pàochá) - to brew tea; 茶叶 (cháyè) - tea leaves.

1

在保证营养均衡的前提下，我们应倡导在烹饪中少放油盐。

Under the premise of ensuring nutritional balance, we should advocate for using less oil and salt in cooking.

保证 (bǎozhèng) - guarantee; 营养均衡 (yíngyǎng jūnhéng) - nutritional balance; 前提 (qiántí) - premise; 倡导 (chàngdǎo) - advocate.

2

对于味蕾敏感的人来说，点餐时明确要求少放辛辣调料至关重要。

For people with sensitive taste buds, it is crucial to clearly request less spicy seasonings when ordering food.

味蕾 (wèilěi) - taste buds; 敏感 (mǐngǎn) - sensitive; 明确 (míngquè) - clear, explicit; 辛辣 (xīnlà) - spicy; 至关重要 (zhìguān zhòngyào) - crucial.

3

许多现代健康饮食指南都建议人们在加工食品中少放添加剂。

Many modern healthy eating guides suggest that people use fewer additives in processed foods.

现代 (xiàndài) - modern; 健康饮食指南 (jiànkāng yǐnshí zhǐnán) - healthy eating guides; 加工食品 (jiāgōng shípǐn) - processed foods; 添加剂 (tiānjiājì) - additives.

4

在某些文化中，将过多的调味品视为对食材原味的亵渎，因此倾向于少放。

In some cultures, using excessive seasonings is considered a desecration of the original flavor of ingredients, hence the tendency to use less.

文化 (wénhuà) - culture; 调味品 (tiáowèipǐn) - seasonings; 视为 (shìwéi) - regard as; 食材 (shícái) - ingredients; 原味 (yuánwèi) - original flavor; 亵渎 (xièdú) - desecration; 倾向于 (qīngxiàng yú) - tend to.

5

为了减少对环境的负担，我们应提倡在日常生活中少放和重复使用。

To reduce the burden on the environment, we should advocate for using less and reusing in daily life.

环境 (huánjìng) - environment; 负担 (fùdān) - burden; 提倡 (tíchàng) - advocate; 重复使用 (chóngfù shǐyòng) - reuse.

6

尽管他是一位经验丰富的厨师，但他依然坚持在自己的菜肴中少放盐。

Although he is an experienced chef, he still insists on using less salt in his dishes.

尽管 (jǐnguǎn) - although; 经验丰富 (jīngyàn fēngfù) - experienced; 依然 (yīrán) - still; 坚持 (jiānchí) - insist; 菜肴 (càiyáo) - dishes.

7

新的食品安全法规要求在加工过程中，应显著少放某些化学添加剂。

New food safety regulations require that certain chemical additives be significantly reduced during the processing.

食品安全法规 (shípǐn ānquán fǎguī) - food safety regulations; 显著 (xiǎnzhù) - significantly; 化学添加剂 (huàxué tiānjiājì) - chemical additives.

8

对于追求食材本味的美食家而言，过多的烹饪技巧和调味都是不必要的，他们更偏爱少放。

For gourmands pursuing the original taste of ingredients, excessive cooking techniques and seasonings are unnecessary; they prefer to use less.

美食家 (měishíjiā) - gourmand, foodie; 食材本味 (shícái běnwèi) - original taste of ingredients; 烹饪技巧 (pēngrèn jìqiǎo) - cooking techniques.

1

在推行低碳生活方式的倡议中，强调了在消费环节应尽量少放不必要的物品。

In the initiative to promote a low-carbon lifestyle, emphasis is placed on minimizing unnecessary items in the consumption phase.

推行 (tuīxíng) - promote, implement; 低碳生活方式 (dītàn shēnghuó fāngshì) - low-carbon lifestyle; 倡议 (chàngyì) - initiative; 消费环节 (xiāofèi huánjié) - consumption phase; 不必要的 (bù bìyào de) - unnecessary.

2

现代医学研究表明，过量摄入某些调味品可能对健康产生负面影响，因此建议日常烹饪中少放。

Modern medical research indicates that excessive intake of certain seasonings may have negative health impacts, thus it is recommended to use less in daily cooking.

现代医学研究 (xiàndài yīxué yánjiū) - modern medical research; 摄入 (shèrù) - intake; 负面影响 (fùmiàn yǐngxiǎng) - negative impact; 建议 (jiànyì) - recommend.

3

为了最大化地展现食材的天然风味，许多米其林星级餐厅的厨师都倾向于少放，让原味成为主角。

To maximize the display of the ingredients' natural flavors, many Michelin-starred restaurant chefs tend to use less, letting the original taste be the protagonist.

最大化 (zuìdàhuà) - maximize; 天然风味 (tiānrán fēngwèi) - natural flavor; 米其林星级餐厅 (mǐqílín xīngjí cāntīng) - Michelin-starred restaurant; 原味 (yuánwèi) - original taste; 主角 (zhǔjiǎo) - protagonist.

4

在进行科学实验时，精确控制试剂的用量至关重要，需严格遵守“少放”的原则。

When conducting scientific experiments, precise control over reagent quantities is crucial, requiring strict adherence to the principle of 'using less'.

科学实验 (kēxué shíyàn) - scientific experiment; 精确控制 (jīngquè kòngzhì) - precise control; 试剂 (shìjì) - reagent; 用量 (yòngliàng) - dosage, quantity used; 严格遵守 (yángé zūnshǒu) - strictly adhere to.

5

面对日益严峻的环境挑战，社会各界应共同努力，在生产和消费两端都提倡少放。

Facing increasingly severe environmental challenges, all sectors of society should work together to advocate for using less at both production and consumption ends.

日益严峻 (rìyì yánjùn) - increasingly severe; 环境挑战 (huánjìng tiǎozhàn) - environmental challenges; 社会各界 (shèhuì gèjiè) - all sectors of society; 共同努力 (gòngtóng nǔlì) - work together; 生产 (shēngchǎn) - production; 消费 (xiāofèi) - consumption.

6

他的艺术理念是将繁复的装饰元素减到最少，追求一种“少放即是多”的极简主义美学。

His artistic philosophy is to minimize complex decorative elements, pursuing a minimalist aesthetic of 'less is more'.

艺术理念 (yìshù lǐniàn) - artistic philosophy; 繁复 (fánfù) - complex, complicated; 装饰元素 (zhuāngshì yuánsù) - decorative elements; 极简主义 (jíjiǎn zhǔyì) - minimalism; 美学 (měixué) - aesthetic.

7

在古代的医学实践中，很多草药的配方都强调“少放”，以避免毒副作用。

In ancient medical practices, many herbal formulas emphasized 'using less' to avoid toxic side effects.

古代 (gǔdài) - ancient; 医学实践 (yīxué shíjiàn) - medical practice; 草药 (cǎoyào) - herbal medicine; 配方 (pèifāng) - formula; 毒副作用 (dú fùzuòyòng) - toxic side effects.

8

现代社会信息爆炸，我们应学会过滤信息，少放那些不重要或干扰性的内容。

In modern society's information explosion, we should learn to filter information and reduce unimportant or distracting content.

信息爆炸 (xìnxī bàozhà) - information explosion; 过滤 (guòlǜ) - filter; 干扰性 (gānrǎo xìng) - distracting.

1

该项目的核心理念是追求极致的简约，在设计中力求少放，将每一处细节都做到精益求精。

The core philosophy of this project is to pursue ultimate simplicity, striving to use less in design and making every detail refined to perfection.

核心理念 (héxīn lǐniàn) - core philosophy; 极致 (jízhì) - ultimate; 简约 (jiǎnyuē) - simplicity; 力求 (lìqiú) - strive for; 精益求精 (jīngyìqiú-jīng) - strive for perfection.

2

在某些哲学流派中，将物质欲望降至最低，即“少放”，被视为一种通往精神自由的途径。

In some philosophical schools, reducing material desires to the minimum, i.e., 'using less', is seen as a path to spiritual freedom.

哲学流派 (zhéxué liúpài) - philosophical school; 物质欲望 (wùzhì yùwàng) - material desires; 降至最低 (jiàng zhì zuìdī) - reduce to the minimum; 精神自由 (jīngshén zìyóu) - spiritual freedom.

3

应对全球性挑战，需要从根本上反思我们的生产和消费模式，提倡一种“少放”的生存智慧。

Addressing global challenges requires fundamentally rethinking our production and consumption patterns, advocating for a wisdom of living that 'uses less'.

应对 (yìngduì) - cope with, address; 全球性挑战 (quánqiú xìng tiǎozhàn) - global challenges; 根本上 (gēnběn shàng) - fundamentally; 反思 (fǎnsī) - rethink; 生存智慧 (shēngcún zhìhuì) - wisdom of living.

4

这位艺术家以其极简的创作手法闻名，他坚信通过“少放”的艺术语言，更能触及事物本质。

This artist is known for his minimalist creative techniques; he firmly believes that through an artistic language of 'using less', the essence of things can be more effectively reached.

艺术家 (yìshùjiā) - artist; 创作手法 (chuàngzuò shǒufǎ) - creative techniques; 坚信 (jiānxìn) - firmly believe; 艺术语言 (yìshù yǔyán) - artistic language; 触及 (chùjí) - touch upon, reach; 事物本质 (shìwù běnzhí) - essence of things.

5

在信息过载的时代，培养一种“少放”的心态，专注于真正重要的信息，是保持思维清晰的关键。

In the era of information overload, cultivating a mindset of 'using less' and focusing on truly important information is key to maintaining mental clarity.

信息过载 (xìnxī guòzài) - information overload; 培养 (péiyǎng) - cultivate; 心态 (xīntài) - mindset; 专注于 (zhuānzhù yú) - focus on; 保持 (bǎochí) - maintain; 思维清晰 (sīwéi qīngxī) - mental clarity.

6

对于追求高品质生活的个体而言，并非物质的堆砌，而是懂得“少放”的智慧，才能获得真正的满足。

For individuals pursuing a high-quality life, it is not the accumulation of material possessions, but the wisdom of knowing 'to use less', that leads to true satisfaction.

高品质生活 (gāo pǐnzhí shēnghuó) - high-quality life; 个体 (gètǐ) - individual; 物质的堆砌 (wùzhì de duīqì) - accumulation of material possessions; 真正 (zhēnzhèng) - true; 满足 (mǎnzú) - satisfaction.

7

在科学研究中，尤其是在早期探索阶段，往往需要“少放”假设，以便更开放地接纳意外的发现。

In scientific research, especially in the early exploratory stages, it is often necessary to 'use less' assumptions to more openly embrace unexpected discoveries.

早期探索阶段 (zǎoqī tànsuǒ jiēduàn) - early exploratory stages; 假设 (jiǎshè) - hypothesis; 开放地 (kāifàng de) - openly; 接纳 (jiēnà) - accept; 意外的发现 (yìwài de fāxiàn) - unexpected discovery.

8

“少放”不仅是一种物质上的节制，更是一种精神上的取舍，是对生命中真正重要之事的高度聚焦。

'Using less' is not just material restraint, but also a spiritual choice, a high focus on what is truly important in life.

物质上的节制 (wùzhì shàng de jiézhì) - material restraint; 精神上的取舍 (jīngshén shàng de qǔshě) - spiritual choice/trade-off; 高度聚焦 (gāodù jùjiāo) - high focus.

Häufige Kollokationen

少放点 (shǎo fàng diǎn)
少放一些 (shǎo fàng yīxiē)
少放盐 (shǎo fàng yán)
少放糖 (shǎo fàng táng)
少放油 (shǎo fàng yóu)
少放辣椒 (shǎo fàng làjiāo)
少放葱 (shǎo fàng cōng)
少放香菜 (shǎo fàng xiāngcài)
少放蒜 (shǎo fàng suàn)
少放点儿 (shǎo fàng diǎnr)

Häufige Phrasen

少放点，谢谢。

— Put a little less, thank you. This is a polite and common way to make a request, especially when ordering food.

服务员，请这个菜少放点，谢谢。

少放盐。

— Put less salt. A direct instruction commonly used in cooking or when ordering dishes where saltiness is a concern.

我血压高，做菜时要少放盐。

少放糖。

— Put less sugar. Used when you prefer less sweetness in drinks or desserts.

咖啡里少放糖，我喜欢原味。

少放油。

— Put less oil. Used for healthier cooking or when a dish is typically too oily.

这个菜太油了，下次少放油。

少放点辣椒。

— Put a little less chili. For those who like some spice but not too much.

我能吃辣，但今天少放点辣椒吧。

少放点葱/香菜。

— Put a little less green onion/cilantro. For people who dislike or are sensitive to these specific ingredients.

我不喜欢香菜的味道，请这个菜少放点香菜。

少放点就好。

— Putting a little less is enough. This implies that even a small reduction will meet the requirement.

这个调料味道很重，少放点就好。

能少放点吗？

— Can you put a little less? A question form to politely request a reduction.

请问，这个汤能少放点盐吗？

做菜时少放。

— Put less when cooking. A general statement about a cooking habit or principle.

为了健康，我做菜时总是少放。

少放一点儿。

— Put a little bit less. A colloquial and very common way to ask for a slight reduction.

这个酱油太咸了，少放一点儿。

Wird oft verwechselt mit

少放 vs 多放 (duō fàng)

This is the direct opposite, meaning 'to put more'. Learners might mistakenly use '多放' when they mean '少放', or vice-versa, especially if they are not paying attention to the meaning of '少' (less) and '多' (more).

少放 vs 不要放 (bú yào fàng)

'少放' means to put less, while '不要放' means not to put it at all. Confusing these can lead to misunderstandings, especially regarding allergies or strong dislikes.

少放 vs 少 (shǎo)

While '少' itself means 'less' or 'few', as a standalone verb or command in this context, it would be grammatically incorrect. '少放' is the correct verb phrase for 'to put less'.

Redewendungen & Ausdrücke

"少放多做 (shǎo fàng duō zuò)"

— This is not a standard idiom, but conceptually it relates to 'doing more with less' or being efficient. It emphasizes action and output while minimizing input or resources. It's more of a principle than a fixed phrase.

在资源有限的情况下，我们需要少放多做，提高效率。

Proverbial/Principle-based
"点到为止 (diǎn dào wéi zhǐ)"

— This idiom means 'to stop at the right point' or 'to know when to stop'. While not directly related to 'putting less', it shares the concept of moderation and avoiding excess. In some contexts, applying '点到为止' to seasoning could imply '少放' to achieve a balanced flavor.

调味时要点到为止，不要让一种味道盖过其他。

Proverbial/Advisory
"适可而止 (shì kě ér zhǐ)"

— Similar to 点到为止, this idiom means 'to stop when it's appropriate' or 'not to overdo it'. It strongly advocates for moderation and avoiding excess, which aligns with the spirit of '少放'.

吃自助餐也要适可而止，不要浪费食物。

Proverbial/Advisory
"量力而行 (liàng lì ér xíng)"

— This idiom means 'to act according to one's capability' or 'to do as much as one can'. While not directly about 'putting less', it implies a sensible approach to resource allocation and effort, suggesting not overextending oneself, which can be related to using resources judiciously.

做项目要量力而行，不要承担过多任务。

Advisory/Principle
"粗茶淡饭 (cū chá dàn fàn)"

— This idiom describes 'plain food and simple living', emphasizing austerity and lack of extravagance. It inherently involves using less of rich ingredients and focusing on the basics, aligning with the concept of '少放' in a broader lifestyle context.

他过着粗茶淡饭的生活，不追求奢华。

Descriptive/Lifestyle

Leicht verwechselbar

少放 vs 少 (shǎo)

It means 'less' or 'few', and is part of the phrase '少放'.

少 is typically used as an adverb or adjective modifying a noun or verb. '少放' is a verb phrase specifically meaning 'to put less of something'. You wouldn't say '我少盐' (I less salt), but '我少放盐' (I put less salt).

少吃点。(Eat a little less.) - Here 少 modifies the verb 吃. 少放盐。(Put less salt.) - Here 少 modifies the verb phrase 放.

少放 vs 放 (fàng)

It means 'to put' or 'to add', and is the second character in '少放'.

放 is the general verb for putting or adding. '少放' specifies the quantity as 'less'. If you just say '放盐', it means 'put salt', without specifying the amount. '少放盐' specifies 'put less salt'.

请放盐。(Please put salt.) vs. 请少放盐。(Please put less salt.)

少放 vs 多放 (duō fàng)

It is the direct antonym and shares the verb '放'.

多放 means 'to put more', while 少放 means 'to put less'. They are opposites in terms of quantity.

我喜欢甜的，所以多放糖。(I like sweet things, so I put more sugar.) vs. 我不喜欢太甜的，所以少放糖。(I don't like it too sweet, so I put less sugar.)

少放 vs 不要放 (bú yào fàng)

It also involves the verb '放' and expresses a negative instruction.

不要放 means 'do not put' (complete omission), whereas 少放 means 'put less' (reduction). If you are allergic to peanuts, you say '不要放花生' (do not put peanuts). If you just don't want a lot of them, you say '少放花生' (put less peanuts).

我过敏，不要放花生。(I'm allergic, do not put peanuts.) vs. 我不太喜欢花生，少放点花生。(I don't like peanuts much, put a little less peanuts.)

少放 vs 加 (jiā)

It means 'to add', which is a related action to 'putting'.

加 is a general verb for adding. '少放' is a specific instruction to add *less*. You can say '加点盐' (add some salt), but if you want less, you say '少放点盐' (put less salt). The nuance is in the quantity.

请加点水。(Please add some water.) vs. 请少放点水。(Please put less water.)

Satzmuster

A1

少放 + [Object]

少放盐。

A1

少放 + 点 + [Object]

少放点糖。

A2

请 + 少放 + [Object]

请少放油。

A2

我 + [Preference], 所以/请 + 少放 + [Object]

我不吃辣，所以请少放辣椒。

B1

在 [Context] 的时候，少放 [Object]

做汤的时候，少放盐。

B1

为了 [Goal], [Subject] 尽量少放 [Object]

为了健康，我尽量少放糖。

B2

如果 [Condition], 可以少放 [Object]

如果味道太重，可以少放点儿。

B2

[Subject] 倾向于少放 [Object]

他倾向于少放调料。

Wortfamilie

Verben

放 (fàng - to put, to place, to release)

Verwandt

少 (shǎo)
放过 (fàngguò)
多放 (duō fàng)
放下 (fàngxià)
释放 (shìfàng)
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frequency

Very High in spoken Chinese, especially in contexts involving food and consumption.

Häufige Fehler
  • Using '少放' when '不要放' is needed. → Using '不要放' when complete omission is required.

    If you have an allergy or a strong dislike for an ingredient, saying '少放' (put less) might still result in the ingredient being added. You must use '不要放' (do not put) to ensure it's excluded entirely. For example, '不要放花生' (no peanuts) is critical for allergies.

  • Incorrect tones for 少放. → Pronouncing 少 (shǎo) with a third tone and 放 (fàng) with a fourth tone.

    Mandarin tones are crucial for meaning. Mispronouncing the third tone of 'shǎo' or the fourth tone of 'fàng' can lead to confusion or misunderstanding. Practice the tones diligently.

  • Sounding demanding by using '少放' bluntly. → Adding '点' (diǎn), '一些' (yīxiē), or '请' (qǐng) to soften the request.

    A direct '少放!' can sound abrupt. Adding '点' (a little) or '请' (please) makes the request much more polite and natural, especially when interacting with service staff or elders. For example, '少放点，谢谢' is preferred over just '少放'.

  • Confusing 少放 with 少用. → Using '少放' for adding/putting ingredients and '少用' for general usage.

    '少放' specifically refers to the act of putting or adding less of something. '少用' means 'to use less' in a broader sense, not necessarily involving 'putting'. For example, you '少放' salt in cooking but '少用' detergent for laundry.

  • Using '少' alone as a verb phrase. → Using the verb phrase '少放'.

    While '少' means 'less', it cannot function as a verb on its own in this context. You need the verb '放' to complete the phrase '少放' when instructing someone to put less of something.

Tipps

Mastering the Tones

The tones for 少放 are crucial: 少 (shǎo) is third tone (low-dipping) and 放 (fàng) is fourth tone (falling). Practice saying them together: shǎo fàng. Incorrect tones can lead to misunderstandings. Listen to native speakers and mimic their pronunciation.

Softening the Request

To make your request sound more polite and less like a command, add '点' (diǎn) or '一些' (yīxiē) after '少放'. For example, '少放点盐' (shǎo fàng diǎn yán) sounds gentler than just '少放盐'.

In Restaurants

When ordering food, '少放' is your best friend for customizing dishes. You can say '少放点辣椒', '请少放盐', or '我不太吃葱，少放点' (I don't eat much green onion, put a little less). Remember to add '请' (qǐng - please) for extra politeness.

Distinguishing from '不要放'

It's vital to know the difference between '少放' (put less) and '不要放' (do not put). If you have an allergy or a strong aversion, use '不要放'. If you just want a reduced quantity, use '少放'.

Visual Association

Imagine a chef carefully measuring ingredients with a tiny spoon, deliberately adding only a small amount. This visual of 'less being put' can help you remember the meaning of 少放.

Sentence Structure

The most common structure is '少放' + [Object]. You can also say '少放点/一些 + [Object]' or add '请' for politeness. For example: '请少放点糖。'

Health Consciousness

In modern Chinese culture, there's a growing trend towards healthy eating. '少放' aligns perfectly with this, as people often request less salt, sugar, and oil for health reasons. It reflects a mindful approach to consumption.

Daily Application

Try to use '少放' at least once a day in practice sentences or real conversations. Think about situations where you might want less of something and formulate your request.

When to Use '少用'

While '少放' is specific to adding/putting, '少用' (shǎo yòng) means 'to use less' more generally. Use '少用' for items like cleaning supplies or resources where you're not necessarily 'putting' them into something else. For example, '少用洗洁精' (use less detergent).

Listen Actively

When watching Chinese dramas or listening to podcasts, pay close attention to how native speakers use '少放'. Notice the context, the tone, and any accompanying words like '点' or '请'.

Einprägen

Eselsbrücke

Imagine you're at a restaurant and the waiter asks how much chili you want. You hold up your hand and say 'shǎo!' (less!), then point to the chili and say 'fàng!' (put!). So, 'shǎo fàng' = less put.

Visuelle Assoziation

Picture a chef carefully measuring ingredients with a small spoon, deliberately adding only a small amount of salt or sugar. The image emphasizes 'less' being 'put' into the dish.

Word Web

少放 少 放 盐 糖 油 菜 点

Herausforderung

Try to use '少放' in three different sentences today, imagining you are ordering food, giving cooking instructions, or discussing healthy eating habits. For example: 'I want less garlic in my pasta.', 'Tell the cook to use less sugar in the cake.', 'We should try to use less plastic.'

Wortherkunft

The phrase 少放 (shǎo fàng) is a compound phrase formed by the adverb 少 (shǎo - few, little, less) and the verb 放 (fàng - to put, to place, to add). The combination directly conveys the meaning of reducing the quantity of something being 'put' or 'added'.

Ursprüngliche Bedeutung: Literally 'little put' or 'less add'.

Sino-Tibetan

Kultureller Kontext

Using '少放' is generally polite, especially when followed by '点' (diǎn) or '一些' (yīxiē). It's a request rather than a demand. However, when speaking to elders or in very formal settings, adding '请' (qǐng - please) is recommended. Avoid using it to criticize someone's cooking bluntly; frame it as a personal preference.

In English-speaking contexts, similar sentiments are expressed through phrases like 'less salt, please', 'go easy on the sugar', or 'could you use less oil?'. The directness and commonality of '少放' in Chinese make it a fundamental phrase for navigating everyday interactions, particularly in dining.

Many Chinese cooking shows and recipe books will use '少放' as a common instruction for healthier preparation. Discussions about traditional Chinese medicine often touch upon the principle of moderation in diet, which aligns with '少放'. Modern lifestyle blogs and health forums frequently advocate for reducing salt, sugar, and oil, using '少放' as a key phrase.

Im Alltag üben

Kontexte aus dem Alltag

Ordering food at a restaurant

  • 少放点辣。
  • 请少放盐。
  • 这个菜不要放葱。
  • 可以少放点糖吗？

Home cooking instructions

  • 做菜时少放油。
  • 下次少放点酱油。
  • 记得少放点儿。
  • 给孩子做的，要少放糖。

Discussing healthy eating habits

  • 为了健康，少放盐。
  • 我尽量少放糖。
  • 加工食品要少放添加剂。
  • 少放油更健康。

Using household products

  • 洗衣液少放点。
  • 这个清洁剂很强，少放点用。
  • 胶水少放一点。

Giving feedback on food

  • 这个菜味道很好，就是有点太咸了，下次少放点盐。
  • 蛋糕很棒，就是糖放多了，下次少放点。
  • 汤很鲜美，但油放多了，下次少放油。

Gesprächseinstiege

"When you order food, what ingredients do you usually ask them to put less of?"

"How do you usually ask for less spice when eating out?"

"What are some common ingredients people ask to have less of in Chinese cuisine?"

"Can you think of a time when you said '少放' and why?"

"Besides food, can you think of other situations where you might say '少放'?"

Tagebuch-Impulse

Describe a meal you recently had where you requested '少放' for a specific ingredient. What was the ingredient and why did you ask for less?

Imagine you are teaching a friend how to cook a dish. How would you instruct them to use '少放' for one of the ingredients?

Reflect on the concept of moderation. How does the phrase '少放' relate to broader ideas of balance in life?

Write a short dialogue between a customer and a waiter where the customer uses '少放' multiple times to customize their order.

Consider a product you use regularly. If you could suggest a way to use 'less' of it, how would you phrase that request using Chinese?

Häufig gestellte Fragen

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'少放' (shǎo fàng) means 'to put less', implying a reduction in quantity. For example, '少放点糖' means 'put a little less sugar'. On the other hand, '不要放' (bú yào fàng) means 'do not put' or 'omit', indicating complete exclusion. For example, '不要放香菜' means 'do not put cilantro at all'. The distinction is crucial, especially for allergies or strong dislikes.

Primarily, yes. 少放 is most commonly used when talking about ingredients in cooking, such as salt, sugar, oil, spices, etc. However, it can also be used in other contexts where a quantity is being added or used, like '少放点洗洁精' (use a little less detergent) or '少放点胶水' (use a little less glue). The core idea is reducing the amount of something being applied or added.

To make '少放' more polite, you can add '点' (diǎn) or '一些' (yīxiē) after it, which softens the request to 'a little less'. For example, '少放点盐' is softer than just '少放盐'. Adding '请' (qǐng - please) at the beginning also increases politeness, making it '请少放点盐'. Using a questioning tone like '能少放点吗?' (Néng shǎo fàng diǎn ma? - Can you put a little less?) is also a polite way to ask.

'少放点' (shǎo fàng diǎn) literally means 'put a little less'. The '点' (diǎn) acts as a softener, making the request less direct and more polite. It's a very common and natural way to ask for a small reduction in quantity, especially when ordering food or giving instructions.

Yes, '少放' can function as a command or an imperative, especially in informal contexts or when giving instructions. For example, a parent might tell a child, '做饼干的时候，少放点糖！' (When making cookies, put less sugar!). However, in more formal or polite situations, it's better to use '请少放' or frame it as a question.

The tones for 少放 are third tone for 少 (shǎo) and fourth tone for 放 (fàng). So, it is pronounced as shǎo fàng. Practicing these tones is important for clear communication.

If you want to say 'use less' in a more general sense, you can use '少用' (shǎo yòng). For example, '这种清洁剂很强，少用一点' (This detergent is strong, use a little less). '少放' is more specific to the act of adding or putting something.

While '少放' implies preserving original flavors by not overpowering them, you could also use phrases like '保持原味' (bǎochí yuánwèi - maintain original flavor) or '突出食材本身的味道' (tūchū shícái běnshēn de wèidào - highlight the ingredients' own flavor). '少放' is often a means to achieve these goals.

The opposite of '少放' (put less) is '多放' (duō fàng), which means 'to put more'. If you want to add something, you can use the verb '加' (jiā), like '加点盐' (add some salt).

If said abruptly without '点'/'一些' or '请', and in a demanding tone, '少放' could sound rude. For instance, just shouting '少放!' at a waiter might be considered impolite. Adding politeness markers and using a softer tone generally prevents this.

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