除了 chúle
besides / except
除了 (chúle) means "besides / except" in Chinese and is one of the highest-frequency words in the Speak1000 curriculum.
Words used with 除了
以外
yǐwài
besides / outside of
还
hái
also / still
派对
pàiduì
party
室友
shìyǒu
roommate
Frequently asked questions
What does 除了 (chúle) mean in Chinese?
除了 (chúle) means "besides / except" in Chinese. 除了 (chúle) means "besides / except" in Chinese and is one of the highest-frequency words in the Speak1000 curriculum.
How do you use 除了 in a sentence?
Use 除了 (chúle) the way you would use "besides / except" in English, then build longer sentences by adding words you already know around it.
What words are commonly used with 除了?
Common words that pair with 除了 include 以外, 还. Learning these together helps you build complete, natural sentences instead of isolated vocabulary.
What is the difference between 除了 (chúle) and 准备 (zhǔnbèi)?
Both are high-frequency Chinese words taught early in Speak1000. 除了 means "besides / except"; 准备 means "prepare / get ready". The fastest way to tell them apart is to hear each one used in real sentences — our free lessons drill every word in context so the contrast becomes natural.
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