How to Say ‘This ball’ in Simplified Chinese
这个球
zhè gè qiú
[juh guh chyoh]
💬 Usage Tip: In football context, [这个球] often means “this play,” “this shot,” or “this goal,” not just the ball itself.
🇨🇳 In China: Sports Chinese often uses [球] flexibly, so context matters a lot.
Phrase Breakdown
这
zhè
[juh]
this
A demonstrative word used to point to something nearby.
这个球踢得真好，这很精彩。
This ball was kicked really well; this is wonderful.
个
gè
[guh]
measure word
A general classifier used between a number or demonstrative and a noun.
这个球大家都喜欢看。
Everyone likes watching this ball/play.
球
qiú
[chyoh]
ball; goal play
Literally means ball; in football talk it can refer to the ball or a scoring play.
这个球真漂亮，大家都在欢呼。
This goal/play is really beautiful, and everyone is cheering.
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