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不是这样
bù shì zhèyàng
not like this
这不是这样做的。
This isn't done like this.
informal
Used to express disagreement or correction, indicating that something is not as described or expected.
你说的不是这样。
What you said isn't like that.
这不是这样用的。
This isn't used like this.
Commonly used in everyday conversations to correct misunderstandings or clarify facts.
Related Phrases
Pro Tip
Common Usage
This phrase is frequently used in daily conversations to correct someone's statement or action.
Gold Rule
Politeness
When correcting someone, it's polite to soften the phrase with additional words like '实际上' (in fact) or '实际上不是这样' (in fact, it's not like this).
Word Origin
Combination of '不是' (not) and '这样' (like this), forming a common negative phrase in Chinese.
Usage Notes
This phrase is versatile and can be used in various contexts to express disagreement, correction, or clarification. It is often used in both formal and informal settings.
Word Breakdown
不是
not
prefix这样
like this
suffix汉英词典