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.
O que você vai aprender
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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Dando a partida: O interruptor de ação (起来)Use 起来 para descrever ações ou sentimentos que brotam de repente e continuam; lembre-se de colocar o objeto no meio do
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Conclusão e Revelação: Verbo + 出来 (chūlái)Use {出来|chūlái} quando uma ação cria algo novo ou revela algo escondido. Seus badges:
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Como dizer "parece que" com 起来Use o
起来logo depois de um verbo de sentido (ver, ouvir, comer) para dar sua impressão sobre algo. É como usar as etiquetasparece,soaoutem gosto de. -
Complemento Resultativo Chinês: Capturar e Preservar com 'xiàlái' (下来)Use
下来para descrever o ato desalvarinformações, tirar fotos ou quando algo que estava em movimento para de vez. Pense nele como os selossalvar,parareregistrar. -
Continue assim: A magia de {下去|xiàqù}Coloque {下去|xiàqù} depois do verbo para dizer que a ação deve
continuardaqui para frente. Pense nisso como um botão demanter,seguiroucontinuar.
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).
Guia do capítulo
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).
Real Conversations
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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.
Exemplos-chave (8)
听完那个笑话，大家都笑起来了。
Depois de ouvir aquela piada, todos começaram a rir.
Dando a partida: O interruptor de ação (起来)虽然是第一次见面，但他们很快就聊起天来了。
Embora fosse a primeira vez que se viam, eles começaram a conversar rapidinho.
Dando a partida: O interruptor de ação (起来)Can you read this character out loud?
Você consegue ler esse caractere em voz alta?
Conclusão e Revelação: Verbo + 出来 (chūlái)I can't come up with a good idea.
Não consigo pensar em uma boa ideia.
Conclusão e Revelação: Verbo + 出来 (chūlái)Zhège gùshi hěn yǒuqù, qǐng shuō xiàqù.
Essa história é interessante, por favor, continue falando.
Continue assim: A magia de {下去|xiàqù}Tài nán le, wǒ xué bú xiàqù le!
Está muito difícil, não consigo continuar estudando!
Continue assim: A magia de {下去|xiàqù}Dicas e truques (4)
A Metáfora do 'Para Cima'
O Truque da Lixeira
Sujeito sempre na frente!
A Regra do Botão Salvar
下来. «把这个记下来。»Vocabulário-chave (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)
Erros comuns
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.
Regras neste capítulo (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).
Prática rápida (10)
A conta de matemática era muito difícil, não consegui resolver. 这道数学题太难了，我算___。
frontend.learn_grammar.from_rule: Conclusão e Revelação: Verbo + 出来 (chūlái)
这首歌 __ 很好听。 (Esta música soa muito bem.)
frontend.learn_grammar.from_rule: Como dizer "parece que" com 起来
Find and fix the mistake:
Eu subitamente lembrei o nome dele. 我突然想出来他的名字了。
frontend.learn_grammar.from_rule: Conclusão e Revelação: Verbo + 出来 (chūlái)
Escolha a frase gramaticalmente correta:
frontend.learn_grammar.from_rule: Complemento Resultativo Chinês: Capturar e Preservar com 'xiàlái' (下来)
Escolha a frase que significa: 'Eu percebo que ele é americano.'
frontend.learn_grammar.from_rule: Conclusão e Revelação: Verbo + 出来 (chūlái)
Escolha a opção correta:
frontend.learn_grammar.from_rule: Continue assim: A magia de {下去|xiàqù}
Por favor não pare, ___ (falar + continuar)!
frontend.learn_grammar.from_rule: Continue assim: A magia de {下去|xiàqù}
我们刚出门，天就___了。 (Assim que saímos, começou a chover.)
frontend.learn_grammar.from_rule: Dando a partida: O interruptor de ação (起来)
{老师|lǎoshī}{说|shuō}："{请|qǐng}{把|bǎ}{这|zhè}{个|ge}{记|jì}___。"
frontend.learn_grammar.from_rule: Complemento Resultativo Chinês: Capturar e Preservar com 'xiàlái' (下来)
Find and fix the mistake:
大家听了很高兴，都唱起来歌了。
frontend.learn_grammar.from_rule: Dando a partida: O interruptor de ação (起来)
Score: /10
