zhǐ yào

Translation

  • if only
  • so long as

Synonyms

Examples

  • 只要每天练习就可以了。
    You have only to practice every day.
  • 只要你保持安静, 你可以留在这里。
    As long as you keep quiet, you can stay here.
  • 只要按下按钮就行了。
    You have only to push the button.
  • 只要给我你的姓名和住址。
    Just give me your name and address.
  • 只要还活着,我永远忘不了你的好意。
    I will never forget your kindness so long as I live.
  • 只要你好好学中文,你就能去中国读书了。
    If you learn Chinese well, you can go study in China.
  • 从苏黎世到波士顿坐飞机要八个小时,但是返回时只要六个。
    It takes eight hours to fly from Zurich to Boston, but only six for the return trip.
Chinese Tones