Starting, Continuing, and Revealing
Chapter in 30 Seconds
Master dynamic directional complements to describe how actions start, continue, and reveal hidden information.
- Use 起来(qǐlái) to trigger the start of an action or express a first impression.
- Apply 出来(chūlái) to reveal secrets, recognize people, or bring ideas into existence.
- Manage time and state with 下来(xiàlái) for recording and 下去(xiàqù) for continuing.
Ce que tu vas apprendre
Ready to supercharge your Chinese verbs? This chapter is your secret weapon for making your conversations sound natural and dynamic! Don't worry, it's easier than you think and incredibly rewarding. You'll start by mastering '起来' (qǐlái). This versatile complement describes actions or feelings that *spring up* suddenly – like standing up, or happiness welling up inside you. Plus, learn to use it after sensory verbs to express how something *looks* or *sounds*. Next, we dive into '下去' (xiàqù). This handy word is perfect for when you want an action to *continue* from now into the future. Want to tell someone to 'keep talking' or 'keep studying'? '下去' is your go-to! Then, we'll explore '下来' (xiàlái). This complement is all about *capturing* and *preserving*. Use it when you take a photo, write down important information, or describe an action settling into a stable state, like a car *stopping*. Finally, you'll unlock '出来' (chūlái). This powerful complement helps you talk about actions that *bring something new into existence* or *reveal* something previously hidden. Imagine a new idea *coming to mind* or a secret *being uncovered*. These aren't just abstract rules; they're essential for real-life conversations! Picture yourself saying, 'Let's *get up* and go!' (起来), 'Please *continue* your story!' (下去), 'That painting *looks* amazing!' (看起来), or 'I *figured out* the answer!' (出来). You’ll express these with confidence. By the end of this chapter, you’ll add incredible depth and flow to your Chinese, sounding more like a native speaker. Let's make your Chinese shine!
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Démarrage : L'interrupteur d'activation (起来)Utilise 起来 pour une action qui surgit d'un coup ; n'oublie pas de
sandwicherl'objet entre «起» et «来» ! -
Achèvement et Révélation : Verbe + 出来 (chūlái)Utilise «出来» quand une action crée quelque chose de nouveau ou révèle un secret bien caché avec les badges
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Comment dire "a l'air de" avec 起来Utilise
起来juste après un verbe de perception pour dire comment tu trouves quelque chose : «看起来» pour le visuel, «听起来» pour l'auditif ou «吃起来» pour le goût. -
Complément Résultatif Chinois : Capturer et Préserver avec 'xiàlái' (下来)Utilise
下来poursauvegarderune info,capturerun moment ouarrêterun mouvement. -
Continuez comme ça : La magie de {下去|xiàqù}Ajoute simplement {下去|xiàqù} après ton verbe pour dire qu'une action doit
continueroupersistervers le futur. C'est ton boutonPlaypour la suite !
Learning Objectives
By the end of this chapter, you will be able to:
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By the end you will be able to describe the sudden start of an emotion or action using 起来(qǐlái).
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By the end you will be able to express sensory impressions (looks like/sounds like) using 起来(qǐlái).
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By the end you will be able to use 出来(chūlái) to describe the revelation of information or the creation of something new.
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By the end you will be able to distinguish between capturing a moment with 下来(xiàlái) and continuing an action with 下去(xiàqù).
Guide du chapitre
Overview
Starting, Continuing, and Revealing,is your secret weapon to making your conversations sound incredibly natural and expressive. As you progress through your A1 Chinese journey, you’ll discover that simply knowing vocabulary isn't enough; how you convey the nuance of an action is key.
How This Grammar Works
Activation Switch. It describes actions or feelings that *spring up* or *start* suddenly. Think of someone standing up: 他站起来了 (Tā zhàn qǐlái le - He stood up).looks like or sounds like: 这个菜闻起来很香 (Zhège cài wén qǐláil hěn xiāng - This dish smells very fragrant).Magic of 下去for continuing actions. If you want an action to *keep going* from now into the future, 下去 is your go-to. For example, 请你继续说下去 (Qǐng nǐ jìxù shuō xiàqù - Please continue speaking).
Common Mistakes
- 1✗ Wrong: 他高兴了 (Tā gāoxìng le) - (He became happy.)
- 1✗ Wrong: 我写这个字 (Wǒ xiě zhège zì) - (I write this character.)
- 1✗ Wrong: 我看答案 (Wǒ kàn dá'àn) - (I look at the answer.)
看出来means to *discern* or *figure out* something hidden or previously unclear, bringing it into existence (in your mind).
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Quick FAQ
How do you use 起来 to describe how something looks or sounds in A1 Chinese?
You place 起来 directly after a sensory verb like 看 (kàn - to look) or 听 (tīng - to listen), e.g., 这个苹果看起来很好吃 (Zhège píngguǒ kàn qǐlái hěn hǎochī - This apple looks delicious).
What's the main difference between 下去 and 下来 in Chinese grammar?
下去 implies continuation into the future, like keep doing X. 下来 suggests an action settling or being preserved, like write X down or cool down.
Can 出来 be used to mean appear or come out literally?
Yes, absolutely! For example, 太阳出来了 (Tàiyáng chūlái le - The sun came out). It literally means something emerges from inside to outside.
Are these complements always necessary, or can I sometimes omit them?
While you can often convey a basic meaning without them, using these complements adds crucial nuance, specificity, and natural flow to your Chinese sentences. They are essential for sounding like a native speaker.
Cultural Context
写下来(to write down for record), reflecting a cultural emphasis on recording and preserving information. Mastering these structures isn't just about grammar; it's about understanding the subtle ways Chinese speakers perceive and describe the world around them.
Exemples clés (8)
听完那个笑话,大家都笑起来了。
Après avoir entendu la blague, tout le monde a commencé à rire.
Démarrage : L'interrupteur d'activation (起来)虽然是第一次见面,但他们很快就聊起天来了。
Même si c'était leur première rencontre, ils ont vite commencé à discuter.
Démarrage : L'interrupteur d'activation (起来)Peux-tu lire ce caractère à haute voix ?
Can you read this character out?
Achèvement et Révélation : Verbe + 出来 (chūlái)Je n'arrive pas à trouver de bonne idée.
I can't think of a good idea.
Achèvement et Révélation : Verbe + 出来 (chūlái)请把这个写下来。
Note ça, s'il te plaît.
Complément Résultatif Chinois : Capturer et Préserver avec 'xiàlái' (下来)我想把美景拍下来。
Je veux prendre ce beau paysage en photo.
Complément Résultatif Chinois : Capturer et Préserver avec 'xiàlái' (下来)Conseils et astuces (4)
La métaphore du mouvement
L'astuce de la corbeille
Le sujet d'abord !
La règle du bouton 'Enregistrer'
下来. Exemple : «把这张图存下来。»Vocabulaire clé (7)
Real-World Preview
The Creative Brainstorm
Review Summary
- Verb + 起来 (qǐlái)
- Verb + 出来 (chūlái)
- Sensory Verb + 起来 (qǐlái)
- Verb + 下来 (xiàlái)
- Verb + 下去 (xiàqù)
Erreurs courantes
Use 起来 for impressions (looks like). 出来 is for revealing something that was hidden or unknown.
Recording information is seen as 'settling' it onto paper, which uses 下来. 下去 is for continuing an ongoing action.
起来 marks the sudden start of an action. You cannot use it with a duration of time.
Règles dans ce chapitre (5)
Next Steps
You've just unlocked one of the most unique and powerful features of Chinese grammar. Using these complements will make you sound incredibly fluent and expressive. Keep practicing!
Describe 3 items in your room using 看起来 (kàn qǐlái).
Write 3 things you want to 'keep doing' using 下去 (xiàqù).
Pratique rapide (10)
Choisis la bonne façon de dire 'Il a l'air très fatigué' :
frontend.learn_grammar.from_rule: Comment dire "a l'air de" avec 起来
Find and fix the mistake:
这个苹果吃起来好。
frontend.learn_grammar.from_rule: Comment dire "a l'air de" avec 起来
我们刚出门,天就___了。 (Dès qu'on est sortis, il a commencé à pleuvoir.)
frontend.learn_grammar.from_rule: Démarrage : L'interrupteur d'activation (起来)
S'il te plaît ne t'arrête pas, ___ !
frontend.learn_grammar.from_rule: Continuez comme ça : La magie de {下去|xiàqù}
这首歌 __ 很好听。 (Cette chanson a l'air très belle à l'oreille.)
frontend.learn_grammar.from_rule: Comment dire "a l'air de" avec 起来
Le problème de maths était trop dur, je n'ai pas pu le résoudre. 这道数学题太难了,我算___。
frontend.learn_grammar.from_rule: Achèvement et Révélation : Verbe + 出来 (chūlái)
Choisis la phrase qui signifie : 'Je vois bien qu'il est Américain.'
frontend.learn_grammar.from_rule: Achèvement et Révélation : Verbe + 出来 (chūlái)
Choisis la phrase correcte :
frontend.learn_grammar.from_rule: Démarrage : L'interrupteur d'activation (起来)
Find and fix the mistake:
{车|chē}{停|tíng}{下去|xiàqù}{le|le}。
frontend.learn_grammar.from_rule: Complément Résultatif Chinois : Capturer et Préserver avec 'xiàlái' (下来)
Il veut continuer à manger. (Tā xiǎng chī xiàqù fàn)
frontend.learn_grammar.from_rule: Continuez comme ça : La magie de {下去|xiàqù}
Score: /10
Questions fréquentes (6)
il commence à faire froid, on utilise {起来|qǐlái} : «天气冷起来了。»