非
这不是真的。
This is not true.
Used to negate or deny something, often translating to 'not' or 'incorrect' in English.
他非但没有帮忙，反而添乱。
Not only did he not help, but he also caused trouble.
Often used in formal and informal contexts to express negation or contradiction.
Used as a prefix to indicate something is incorrect or false.
非法入侵
illegal intrusion
Commonly used in legal and formal contexts to describe something as unlawful or improper.
Used as a conjunction to introduce a contrasting or contradictory statement.
他非但没有道歉，反而更加嚣张。
Not only did he not apologize, but he became even more arrogant.
Often used in formal writing and speech to emphasize contrast.
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Pro Tip
Usage in Negation
非 is commonly used to negate statements, similar to 'not' in English.
Gold Rule
Formal vs. Informal
In formal contexts, 非 is often used to express negation or contradiction, while in informal contexts, it can be used to emphasize a point.
Word Origin
Derived from Classical Chinese, originally meaning 'not' or 'incorrect'.
Usage Notes
Can be used as an adverb, prefix, or conjunction depending on context. Often used in formal and legal contexts to express negation or contradiction.