HSK 5 · VERSION 2.0#25
Expressing “Among” with “dāngzhōng”
当中
How it works
当中 (dāngzhōng) means “among,” “in the middle of,” or “within.” It is often used to indicate that something belongs to or appears within a larger group or process.
Compared with 中 (zhōng), 当中 (dāngzhōng) can sound slightly more formal or descriptive.
The pattern
Group / Range + 当中 (dāngzhōng)
Example sentences
在这些建议当中，我觉得最重要的是先把问题弄清楚。
Among these suggestions, I think the most important thing is to first make the problem clear.
他在公司员工当中一直很受欢迎。
He has always been popular among the employees in the company.
这段经历在我人生当中有很特别的意义。
This experience has very special meaning in my life.
Key point
当中 (dāngzhōng) is useful when talking about one part within a larger whole, especially in more formal or thoughtful expression.