po1頗颇
Jyutpingpo1
Yalepō
Definition
Quite; considerably; to a fairly high degree.
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How it's used
Carries a slightly more formal or literary tone compared to the ubiquitous 幾. While 幾 is the standard choice for everyday speech, 頗 often appears in written reports, news, or more structured conversation to convey a sense of objective assessment. It functions as an adverb of degree that sits comfortably between moderate and high intensity.
Examples
The food at this shop is quite tasty.
Do you think this plan is quite challenging?
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Common mistake
Learners often overuse 頗 in casual settings where 幾 or 好 would be much more natural. It can sound slightly stiff or pretentious if used in very relaxed, informal social interactions.
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Grammar guides
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