例如
For example; for instance. Used to introduce illustrative examples that support a general statement.
Examples
3 of 5我喜欢运动，例如游泳和跑步。
I like sports, for example, swimming and running.
该国面临许多挑战，例如人口老龄化。
The country faces many challenges, for instance, an aging population.
你可以带点吃的，例如面包什么的。
You can bring some food, like bread or something.
Word Family
Memory Tip
例 (example) + 如 (like). Example is like [this].
Quick Quiz
我们要保护环境，____少用塑料袋。
Correct!
The correct answer is: 例如
Examples
我喜欢运动，例如游泳和跑步。
everydayI like sports, for example, swimming and running.
该国面临许多挑战，例如人口老龄化。
formalThe country faces many challenges, for instance, an aging population.
你可以带点吃的，例如面包什么的。
informalYou can bring some food, like bread or something.
温室气体，例如二氧化碳，是气候变暖的主因。
academicGreenhouse gases, such as carbon dioxide, are the main cause of climate warming.
我们提供多种服务，例如财务咨询和法律援助。
businessWe provide various services, such as financial consulting and legal aid.
Word Family
Common Collocations
Common Phrases
例如...
for instance
举个例子
give an example
以此为例
take this as an example
Often Confused With
比如 (bǐrú) is more common in spoken language; 例如 is preferred in formal writing.
Usage Notes
Essential for providing evidence and clarity in IELTS Writing Task 2.
Common Mistakes
Ensure that what follows '例如' are actually examples of the preceding general category.
Memory Tip
例 (example) + 如 (like). Example is like [this].
Word Origin
From '例' (example/rule) and '如' (like/as).
Grammar Patterns
Quick Quiz
我们要保护环境，____少用塑料袋。
Correct!
The correct answer is: 例如
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