Using 对于 to Express Your

对于 is a preposition. Its main job is to introduce the object of an attitude, a viewpoint, or a situation. You usually put it right at the beginning of a sentence. It sets the stage for everything that follows. Once you have introduced your topic with 对于, the rest of the sentence explains your thoughts on that topic. It is very logical. You name the thing first, then you comment on it. It is like labeling a folder before you put papers inside. You wouldn't just throw papers on a desk, right? Use 对于 to keep your Chinese thoughts organized.

1. 1Using 对于 is like building a simple sandwich. Just follow these steps:
2. 2Start with 对于.
3. 3Add the noun or phrase you want to talk about (the topic).
4. 4Optional: Add a comma to let the sentence breathe.
5. 5Add your comment, opinion, or description.
6. 6Structure: 对于 + [Topic] + (Subject) + [Comment].
7. 7Example: 对于 + 汉字 (Chinese characters) + ， + 我觉得很难 (I think they are hard).

Use 对于 when you want to be very clear about what you are discussing. It is perfect for expressing opinions. If you are at work and someone asks about a new plan, start with 对于这个计划 (Regarding this plan). If you are talking to a friend about a movie, you can say 对于这部电影 (As for this movie). It is also great for formal situations, like writing an email or giving a presentation. It makes you sound like you have put thought into your words. Yes, even native speakers use this to sound more professional and structured. It is a real power move for your Chinese fluency.

Don't use 对于 for direct actions. You cannot use it as a verb. For example, you can't say "I 对于 you" to mean "I like you." That would be like saying "I regarding you" in English—it makes no sense! Also, avoid using it for very simple, direct feelings where 对 (duì) is enough. If you are just saying "He is good to me," use 对. 对于 is a bit too "heavy" for that. Think of it this way: don't use a sledgehammer to crack a nut. If the topic is very small or the sentence is very short, you might not need the extra weight of 对于.

One of the biggest mistakes is mixing up 对于 and 对. While they look similar, 对 is much more versatile. You can use 对 to mean "towards" a person (e.g., "He is nice to me"). You cannot use 对于 this way. Another mistake is putting 对于 in the wrong place. Remember, it almost always starts the sentence or comes right after the main subject. Don't hide it at the end! Also, remember that 对于 needs a noun or a phrase after it. Don't leave it hanging like a lonely sock in the laundry. It always needs a partner.

Let's look at 对于 vs. 对. Think of 对 as the flexible younger brother. He can do almost anything. He can point to people, express directions, and introduce topics. 对于, on the other hand, is the serious older brother. He only cares about introducing topics or situations. If you can replace the word with "As for" in English, you can usually use either. But if you are talking about an action directed at a person, you must use 对. For example: 他对我很客气 (He is polite to me) is correct. 对于他很客气 is wrong because it sounds like you are "regarding" politeness itself.