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March 24, 2026
万分(萬分)wànfēn(wan4fen1)
The term '万分' (wàn fēn) is used to express a high degree of something, similar to saying 'very much' or 'extremely' in English. It can also refer to a fraction of one ten-thousandth, though this usage is less common in everyday conversation. This word is often used to emphasize emotions or situations.
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Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, expressing gratitude or appreciation is often done with strong language, and '万分' is a way to show that the speaker feels deeply about the situation. This reflects the importance of relationships and politeness in Chinese society.
Memory Tip
Imagine you have 10,000 tiny pieces of candy, and you only give away one. Each piece represents one '分' (fēn), and giving away only one makes you feel '万分' (wàn fēn) sad. The character '万' (wàn) looks like a big mountain, emphasizing the vast amount of candy you could have, making it memorable to connect '万' with 'very much'.
Meanings of 万分
wànfēn(wan4fen1)
1very much
2extremely
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About 万分
万分Simplified
萬分Traditional
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副词fùcíadverb (adv.)Part of Speech
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非常 (fēicháng) - use '万分' for stronger emphasis than '非常'.
Memory Mnemonic
Imagine you have 10,000 tiny pieces of candy, and you only give away one. Each piece represents one '分' (fēn), and giving away only one makes you feel '万分' (wàn fēn) sad. The character '万' (wàn) looks like a big mountain, emphasizing the vast amount of candy you could have, making it memorable to connect '万' with 'very much'.
Usage Notes
'万分' is commonly used in both formal and informal contexts, particularly when expressing gratitude or regret. A typical mistake is using it inappropriately; for example, saying '我万分感谢你' (Wǒ wàn fēn gǎnxiè nǐ) is correct, but using it casually in a trivial context can sound overly dramatic. Be mindful of the tone and context.
HSK Study Tips
As a level 6 word, '万分' connects well with other HSK 6 vocabulary that expresses degrees of emotion or description. Focus on understanding its usage in various contexts, especially in written Chinese, where it might appear in essays or formal letters.
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, expressing gratitude or appreciation is often done with strong language, and '万分' is a way to show that the speaker feels deeply about the situation. This reflects the importance of relationships and politeness in Chinese society.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse '万分' with '十分' (shífēn), which means 'very' but conveys a lesser degree. For example, saying '我十分感谢你' (Wǒ shífēn gǎnxiè nǐ) is correct, but using '万分' in a casual thank you can sound excessive and awkward.
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Grammar Patterns of 万分
万分 functions as a number. It almost always combines with a measure word before a noun (三个人, 五本书). Standalone numbers are rare outside of math or counting. It carries 3 related meanings, each with its own usage notes below. The example sentences below show it in action, with practice buttons (Listen, Practice Writing, Practice Speaking) on every line.
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Complete the Sentence
不骗你，离开你让我痛苦____。
Don't think it hasn't torn me apart to be away from you.
Example Sentences for 万分 (10)
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1
不骗你，离开你让我痛苦万分。
bù piàn nǐ， ， lí kāi nǐ ràng wǒ tòng kǔ wàn。
Don't think it hasn't torn me apart to be away from you.
2
焦急万分的鲍勃和汉斯把整座房子找了个遍。
jiāo jí wàn fēn de bào bó hé hàn sī bǎ zhěng zuò fáng zǐ zhǎo le gè biàn。
Desperate with anxiety, Bob and Hans searched the whole house.
3
万分感谢，你真是个大好人。
wàn fēn gǎn xiè， ， nǐ zhēn shì gè dà hǎo。
Thank you a thousand times, you're an angel.
4
我惊愕万分，不知说什么好。
wǒ jīng è wàn fēn， ， bù zhī shuō shí mó。
I feel simply too devastated for words.
5
惊恐万分的通勤者们看见那辆卡车突然冲向高速公路另一侧，接着翻倒在地。
jīng kǒng wàn fēn de tōng qín zhě mén kàn jiàn nà liàng kǎ chē tū rán chōng xiàng gāo sù gōng lù lìng yī cè， ， jiē zháo fān dǎo zài。
Horrified commuters saw the lorry veer across the motorway and overturn.
6
我对她万分感激。
wǒ duì tā wàn fēn gǎn jī。
I owe a big debt of gratitude to her.
7
他焦急万分地对着电话那头的她大喊大叫。
tā jiāo jí wàn fēn dì duì zháo diàn huà nà tóu de tā dà hǎn dà jiào。
He had shouted down the phone at her, beside himself with anxiety.
8
您提供的任何帮助警方都将万分感谢。
nín tí gōng de rèn hé bāng zhù jǐng fāng dū jiāng wàn fēn gǎn xiè。
Any assistance you could give the police will be greatly appreciated.
9
这个时候打搅您，我万分抱歉。
zhè gè shí hòu dǎ jiǎo nín， ， wǒ wàn fēn bào。
I'm terribly sorry to bother you at this hour.
10
1毫微秒等于一秒的十万万分之一.
1 1 háo wēi miǎo děng yú yī miǎo de shí wàn wàn fēn zhī.
One nanosecond is equal to one - thousandth of one - millionth of one second.
Cultural Notes for 万分
🏮Cultural insight
In Chinese culture, expressing gratitude or appreciation is often done with strong language, and '万分' is a way to show that the speaker feels deeply about the situation. This reflects the importance of relationships and politeness in Chinese society.
🌏Cross-cultural Insight
While both English and Chinese use degrees of emphasis in language, '万分' is often more intensely emotional in Chinese, reflecting cultural values around expressions of gratitude and respect.
Frequently Asked Questions about 万分
'万分' is typically used for positive emotions, but it can also convey strong negative feelings if the context supports it, like saying '我万分失望' (Wǒ wàn fēn shīwàng) for 'I am extremely disappointed'.
'万分' is appropriate for both formal and informal writing, but ensure the context matches the emotional weight of the expression.
'万分' is similar to '非常' (fēicháng) and '极其' (jíqí), both meaning 'very' or 'extremely', but '万分' conveys a stronger intensity.
