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可以说，她很聪明 (It can be said that she is very smart.)

Grammar & Usage

fixed expression / idiomatic phrase

neutral

How it works

The phrase "可以说 (kě yǐ shuō)" acts as an introductory clause, meaning "it can be said" or "one could say." It precedes a statement to introduce a viewpoint or a generally accepted observation. The structure is "可以说 + [statement/clause]," indicating that the following statement is a valid or plausible assertion.

Sample sentences

可以说，他是我见过最努力的学生。

It can be said that he is the most diligent student I have ever met.

可以说，这项改革对社会产生了深远的影响。

It can be said that this reform has had a profound impact on society.

可以说，现在的技术比以前先进多了。

It can be said that current technology is much more advanced than before.

Quick facts

usage_note:The introductory phrase "可以说" softens a statement slightly, presenting it as a reasonable opinion rather than an absolute fact, though it can also be used to emphasize a clear observation. The comma after 说 is standard.

Often used with

可以说，他很善良 (It can be said that he is very kind.)

可以说，这是个进步 (It can be said that this is progress.)

可以说，她做得很棒 (It can be said that she did a great job.)

可以说，这项技术非常成熟 (It can be said that this technology is very mature.)

可以说，我们取得了成功 (It can be said that we achieved success.)

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Example

可以说，他是我见过最努力的学生。

It can be said that he is the most diligent student I have ever met.

可以说，这项改革对社会产生了深远的影响。

It can be said that this reform has had a profound impact on society.