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只是 (zhǐ shì) is a commonly used phrase in Chinese that can have multiple meanings depending on the context. It is often translated as "merely, just; however, but then" in English.
1. Merely/Just:
In this context, 只是 (zhǐ shì) is used to indicate that something is only or simply what it appears to be, without any additional or deeper meaning. For example:
- 我只是一个普通的学生。(wǒ zhǐ shì yī gè pǔ tōng de xué shēng.) - I am just an ordinary student.
- 这只是一场小雨。(zhè zhǐ shì yī chǎng xiǎo yǔ.) - This is just a light rain.
2. However/But then:
In this context, 只是 (zhǐ shì) is used to introduce a contrasting or unexpected situation. It is often used in conjunction with other words such as 但是 (dàn shì) or 却 (què). For example:
- 我很想去旅行,只是没有时间。(wǒ hěn xiǎng qù lǚ xíng, zhǐ shì méi yǒu shí jiān.) - I really want to travel, but I don't have time.
- 这个电影很有意思,只是结局有点让人失望。(zhè gè diàn yǐng hěn yǒu yì si, zhǐ shì jié jú yǒu diǎn ràng rén shī wàng.) - This movie is very interesting, but the ending is a bit disappointing.
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