HSK 2 · VERSION 2.0#23
Using “jǐ” to Mean “Several”
几
How it works
Besides asking a question, 几 can sometimes mean “several.”
The pattern
几 + Measure Word + Noun
Example sentences
我买了几本书。
I bought several books.
他会说几种语言。
He can speak several languages.
我们认识了几年了。
We have known each other for several years.
Usage note
Here 几 does not ask a question. It means a small indefinite number.