Comparing "jianglai" and "weilai"
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将来 and 未来 are both nouns that mean the future and in many circumstances can be used interchangeably. 将来 is used in both informal and formal settings, whereas 未来 is used in formal settings. While very similar in meaning, both have distinct uses, for example only 将来 is used to compare the future to the present condition. As well, only 未来 can be mean the very near future (approximately a week or less) and a hope for a brighter future.
| 将来 (jiānglái) | 未来 (wèilái) | |
|---|---|---|
| Meaning | the future | the future |
| Part of Speech | noun | noun |
| Formality | flexible | formal |
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To say to suggest oftentimes both 建议 and 推荐 can be used interchangeably.
Common Phrases
In the following examples both 建议 and 意见 can be used.
- 我～
- 你～
- 这本书～
- ～一下
To say to raise a suggestion use 建议.
Common Phrases
In the following examples only 建议 can be used.
- 提建议
To say a suggestion use 建议.
Common Phrases
In the following examples only 建议 can be used.
- 我的建议
- 很多建议
- 建议很多
To say a recommender or letter of recommendation use 推荐.
Common Phrases
In the following examples only 推荐 can be used.
- 推荐信
- 推荐人
