Asking about small numbers
几 + measuretime word
Use 几 (jǐ) before measure words or time words to ask or talk about a small, indefinite number.
几 (jǐ): How much/many? [expecting a small number] — Stroke Order & Writing Guide
HSK 2.0Level 1
Watch the stroke order, then trace it yourself.
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Use 几 (jǐ) before measure words or time words to ask or talk about a small, indefinite number.
How old are you?
how many
several days
what time
almost
I need to buy a few apples.
He goes running almost every day.
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