adverb HSK 4
Traditional 具體地
concretely · specifically · in concrete terms · in detail
Meaning
具体地 is an adverb meaning 'concretely' or 'specifically'. It describes doing something in a detailed, concrete, or specific manner rather than abstractly or generally. The 地 suffix marks it as an adverb that modifies verbs or adjectives.
Usage
Native speakers use 具体地 to emphasize that something should be done or explained with specific details and clarity. It commonly precedes verbs like 说 (to say), 讲 (to explain), 分析 (to analyze), and 描述 (to describe). It's formal enough for written and professional contexts but also natural in everyday speech when precision is needed.
Examples
- 01你能具体地说明一下这个问题吗？?Can you explain this issue specifically?
- 02请具体地描述一下当时的情况。.Please describe the situation at that time in detail.
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Common collocations
- 具体地说to put it concretely, specifically speaking
- 具体地描述to describe specifically
- 具体地分析to analyze in detail
- 具体地解释to explain concretely
Antonyms
Origin
具体 literally means 'having form/substance', combining 具 (complete, to possess) and 体 (body, form). The addition of 地 transforms the adjective 具体 (concrete, specific) into an adverb.