Using 就连 for Extra

就连 works by highlighting a specific person or thing. It tells the listener that what follows is extreme. It is usually paired with 都 or 也. These words act like a bridge in the sentence. They connect the surprising subject to the action. Think of 就连 as the setup. Think of 都 or 也 as the payoff. You cannot really have one without the other. It is like a pair of chopsticks. One alone doesn't do the job well. This pattern creates a very strong feeling of emphasis. It shows that if this extreme thing is true, then other things must be true too. It is a very common way to express a point. You will hear it in movies and on the street. It is a tool for your emotional toolkit.

1. 1Building a sentence with 就连 is very straightforward. Just follow these simple steps:
2. 2Start with the word 就连 at the beginning.
3. 3Place the person, thing, or situation next. This is the surprising part.
4. 4Add the word 都 or 也 after that subject.
5. 5Finish with your verb or adjective.
6. 6Here is a basic formula: 就连 + [Surprising Noun] + 都/也 + [Verb/Adj].
7. 7For example: 就连 + 我 + 都 + 懂. (Even I understand).
8. 8It is like building with LEGO blocks. Each piece has its own special spot. If you move them around, the tower might fall. Keep 就连 at the front for maximum impact.

Use this when you want to emphasize an extreme case. Use it when you are genuinely surprised by a fact. Imagine you are at a very expensive restaurant. You see that 就连 water is ten dollars! Use it when describing a very difficult task. "The test was so hard, 就连 the teacher failed." It is perfect for real-world scenarios like shopping. "This shop is great, 就连 old shoes are pretty." Or when talking about the weather. "It is so cold, 就连 the hot coffee froze." It is great for job interviews too. "I am very hardworking; 就连 on Sundays, I study." Use it to show your dedication or intensity. It makes your stories more engaging and vivid.

Don't use 就连 for things that are totally normal. If everyone likes pizza, don't say "Even I like pizza." It sounds like you think you are very special or strange. It creates a weird vibe in the conversation. Use it only when there is a hint of "wow" factor. If the fact is boring, just use a normal sentence. Avoid using it if you don't have a 都 or 也 ready. Without them, the sentence feels like it stopped halfway. It's like a joke without a punchline. Also, don't use it for very formal academic writing unless necessary. It is a bit more emotional and conversational. Keep it for when you want to express a feeling.

One big mistake is forgetting the word 都. You might say 就连他不来. This sounds very broken to a native speaker. You must say 就连他都不来. It feels like a missing button on a shirt. Another mistake is putting 就连 in the wrong place. Don't put it after the person. It should always lead the way at the start. Some people also use it with regular facts. This makes them sound constantly shocked by everything. "Even I have two eyes" is a very strange sentence. Yes, even native speakers mess this up when they are tired! But you can avoid these easy traps with practice. Just remember the "partner words" 都 and 也.

You might see the word 连 used by itself. 连 and 就连 are actually almost the same. 就连 is just a bit more forceful. It adds a little more "oomph" to your statement. Think of 连 as a normal light and 就连 as a bright flashlight. There is also the 甚至 pattern. 甚至 also means "even," but it is more formal. You will see 甚至 in newspapers or textbooks. 就连 is much better for chatting with friends. It feels warmer and more direct. If you are a beginner, stick with 就连 first. It is easier to use in daily life. It helps you sound like a local faster.