HSK 7-9
有所
yǒu suǒ
Somewhat; to some extent
Structure
Subject + (在...方面) + 有所 + Disyllabic Verb (e.g., 提高, 改变, 限制)
How it works
The construction '有所' is used in formal or written Chinese to indicate that a change, improvement, or action has occurred to some extent. It functions as an adverbial or an attribute, typically followed by a disyllabic (two-character) abstract verb that acts as a noun in this context.
Examples
经过这段时间的治疗，他的病情有所好转。
Jīngguò zhè duàn shíjiān de zhìliáo, tā de bìngqíng yǒu suǒ hǎozhuǎn.
After a period of treatment, his condition has improved to some extent.
这种新产品的性能比旧款有所提升。
Zhè zhǒng xīn chǎnpǐn de xìngnéng bǐ jiùkuǎn yǒu suǒ tíshēng.
The performance of this new product has been enhanced compared to the old model.
双方在贸易谈判中都有所让步。
Shuāngfāng zài màoyì tánpàn zhōng dōu yǒu suǒ ràngbù.
Both sides made some concessions during the trade negotiations.
Common mistakes
Avoid using single-character verbs after 有所; for example, do not say '有所好', use '有所好转' instead.
Tip
Think of '有所' as a formal replacement for '一点儿' or '一些' when describing abstract changes or developments.
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