The outside or external area beyond a boundary. Outside, outer, foreign, external; in addition, besides. Evening (夕) divination crack (卜) cast outside the home.
外家 is not a natural standalone word for 'maternal grandparents' home' in everyday Mandarin; use 外公家 or 外婆家 instead.
外 alone cannot directly modify a noun with 的 in this way; use 在外面的 or 外边的 to mean 'the one outside'.
外 means 'outside/beyond', not 'place'.
| Dimension | Natural | Avoid |
|---|---|---|
| Meaning | outside, external | place, location |
| Example | 他在外边。 (He is outside.) | 他在外。 (unnatural for 'He is at a place.') |
| Fix | Use 外边/外面 for 'outside' | Use 地方 for 'place' |
This heartwarming story reveals the quiet devotion of a father. As you read, notice the repeated actions and how a simple cup of tea becomes meaningful.
他一个人坐在那儿，看 外边 。
大中问：“老先生，您天天坐在这儿看 外边 ，您在看什么呢？”
我天天坐在这儿看 外边 ，觉得我儿子还会回来。”
Follow Dazhong, a busy worker in China, as he finds warmth and kindness at a small noodle shop. Practice everyday words for food, weather, and expressing gratitude.
一天晚上， 外边 下大雨，天气非常冷。
大中到饭店前，看见老先生一个人坐在桌子前，在看 外边 。
今天 外边 太冷了，我给你做热面条。”
Why would a millionaire leave a table of lobster and wagyu untouched? This story explores the hidden rules of business dining and the true cost of staying alert.
昨晚跟一个身家过亿的 外贸 老板同席吃饭，突然发现一个挺扎心的社交真相。
车窗 外 路灯闪过，光影在他脸上切来切去。
Think instant noodles are unhealthy? This HSK 6 article challenges common myths and reveals surprising facts about nutrition, oil, and salt in this convenient food.
误会二：方便面没有什么营养事实上，除了刚出生的小宝宝可以只吃一种食物获得全部营养 以外 ，没有任何人可以从单一一种食物中获得全部的营养。
而当人们用开水泡面的时候，如果不 另外 加盐，还会觉得淡。
In this dialogue, two people chat while waiting outside a cinema. You'll hear common phrases for talking about hobbies, sports, and movie preferences.
今天我们就要看一个 外国 黑白老电影。
Follow Xiao Li as he copes with the effects of forest fires near his home in the US and reflects on environmental changes. A thoughtful story for HSK 4 learners.
挂了电话，小李看着 窗外 ，心里有点儿难过。
Ever wondered where old Beijing's tea-drinking culture has gone? Follow a visitor discovering why locals now avoid famous tea houses—and practice expressing surprise and comparisons in Chinese along the way.
现在去那儿的都是 外地 的，很少老北京。
Discover how a simple letter from a cookie seller led to an unexpected friendship with a famous scholar. This heartwarming story explores kindness and connection across social divides.
在他的晚年，有一位卖饼干的小人物成了他的朋友，给他带来一点 意外 和许多快乐。
Read this short story about people waiting in the rain for a new phone. You will practice numbers, time, and everyday vocabulary.
苹果商店 外边 人很多，一半儿是北京大学的大学生。
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