noun phrase HSK 1
many people · a lot of people · lots of people
Meaning
This is a basic noun phrase meaning 'many people' or 'a lot of people'. It combines the adverb 很 (very), the adjective 多 (many/much), and the noun 人 (people/person). This is one of the most fundamental ways to express quantity with people in Mandarin Chinese.
Usage
This phrase is used in everyday conversation at all levels of formality. It commonly appears as the subject of a sentence or after 有 (to have/there is). Native speakers use this naturally to describe crowds, popularity, or general statements about groups of people. It's interchangeable with 许多人 in more formal contexts.
Examples
- 01今天广场上有很多人。.There are many people in the square today.
- 02很多人喜欢喝咖啡。.Many people like to drink coffee.
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Common collocations
- 有很多人there are many people
- 很多人都many people all...
- 很多人认为many people think that