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

Grammar & Usage

statement

neutral

How it works

This is a complex sentence where '可以说' (kěyǐ shuō, it can be said/one might say) introduces a general statement or observation. It functions as a parenthetical or introductory clause, indicating a judgment or summary. The main clause '我们取得了成功' (wǒmen qǔdé le chénggōng, we achieved success) provides the specific content of that statement.

Sample sentences

可以说，今天的会议非常有效。

It can be said that today's meeting was very effective.

可以说，他们为此付出了巨大的努力。

It can be said that they put in tremendous effort for this.

可以说，这是历史上一个重要的时刻。

It can be said that this is an important moment in history.

Quick facts

usage:'可以说' is a common introductory phrase in Chinese, used to preface a conclusion, summary, or an observation that is generally agreed upon or strongly felt by the speaker. The comma after 说 is crucial for readability and grammatical separation.

Often used with

可以说，情况很复杂。(It can be said that the situation is very complex.)

可以说，他的决定是正确的。(It can be said that his decision was correct.)

可以说，这是一个新的开始。(It can be said that this is a new beginning.)

Mnemonic

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Example

可以说，今天的会议非常有效。

It can be said that today's meeting was very effective.

可以说，他们为此付出了巨大的努力。

It can be said that they put in tremendous effort for this.