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HSK 6Adverbs

未免(wèimiǎn)

Rather / Somewhat (Excessive)

Structure Pattern

Subject / Action+未免+Adj (excessive)

Explanation

未免 (wèimiǎn) means "rather" or "somewhat" — it politely suggests that something is excessive or inappropriate. It's a diplomatic way to criticize or express mild disagreement. Literally means "hasn't avoided being..."

Example Sentences

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1
这样做未免太残忍了。

Zhèyàng zuò wèimiǎn tài cánrěn le.

Doing it this way is rather cruel.

2
你这样说未免太绝对了。

Nǐ zhèyàng shuō wèimiǎn tài juéduì le.

Saying it like that is a bit too absolute.

3
一个人去旅行，未免太孤单了吧。

Yí gè rén qù lǚxíng, wèimiǎn tài gūdān le ba.

Traveling alone is rather lonely, isn't it?

Common Mistakes

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Common Mistake

这个蛋糕未免好吃。

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Correct Usage

这个蛋糕非常好吃。

info

未免 carries a tone of criticism or mild disapproval — it can't be used for positive qualities. Use it only when suggesting something is excessively negative or inappropriate.

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Related Grammar Points

不免HSK 5

Unavoidably / Inevitably

bùmiǎn

不免 (bùmiǎn) means "unavoidably" or "inevitably" — it states that something is a natural, expected consequence. The feeling or outcome is understandable given the circumstances. Often used with emotions or reactions.

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