HSK 7-9
唯有
wéiyǒu
Only; solely
Structure
唯有 + [Condition/Subject] + 才/方能 + [Result]
How it works
The word '唯有' is a formal synonym for '只有' (only), used frequently in written text or elegant speech. It emphasizes that the subject or condition mentioned is the unique or solitary factor capable of producing a specific result.
Examples
唯有不断创新，企业才能在激烈的市场竞争中立于不败之地。
Wéiyǒu bùduàn chuàngxīn, qǐyè cáinéng zài jīliè de shìchǎng jìngzhēng zhōng lìyú bùbài zhī dì.
Only through continuous innovation can an enterprise remain invincible in fierce market competition.
在这个世界上，唯有爱与美食不可辜负。
Zài zhège shìjiè shàng, wéiyǒu ài yǔ měishí bùkě gūfù.
In this world, only love and good food must not be let down.
唯有身临其境，你方能体会到那座山的雄伟。
Wéiyǒu shēnlínqíjìng, nǐ fāngnéng tǐhuì dào nà zuò shān de xióngwěi.
Only by being there personally can you experience the majesty of that mountain.
Common mistakes
Using '唯有' in very casual, everyday spoken conversation where '只有' or '光是' would be more natural.
Tip
Pair '唯有' with the formal particle '方' (fāng) instead of the common '才' (cái) to make your sentence sound more sophisticated and literary.
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