HSK3NegationComparison

Comparison with 不如 (bùrú)

An English guide to Comparison with 不如 (bùrú), with structures, examples, and practical usage notes.

1 min read71 wordsPublished Sep 22, 2026

Overview

This English reference introduces “Comparison with 不如 (bùrú)” and focuses on the information most useful when reading Chinese.

A + 不如 + B + (adjective)

This section collects practical observations for recognizing the pattern in context.

In the city, driving is not as convenient as taking the subway.

Today’s weather is not as good as yesterday’s.

This book is not as interesting as that one.

Use this note to compare the pattern with the surrounding words while reading.

I am not as short as he is.

He is shorter than me.