HSK 6 · VERSION 2.0#65
Expressing “Further” with “jìnyíbù”
进一步
How it works
进一步 (jìnyíbù) means “further,” “one step further,” or “to a greater extent.” It is used when speaking about moving beyond the current stage in thought, action, research, or development.
It is very common in formal explanation and writing.
Example sentences
如果要真正解决这个问题，我们还需要对其形成原因作进一步分析。
If we want to truly solve this problem, we still need to make further analysis of the reasons for its formation.
双方虽然已经达成了初步共识，但很多具体安排还需要进一步协商。
Although the two sides have already reached preliminary consensus, many specific arrangements still need further negotiation.
研究结果显示，这一现象值得我们从更长时间范围内作进一步观察。
The research results show that this phenomenon deserves further observation over a longer time span.
Key point
进一步 (jìnyíbù) often marks progression, deeper analysis, or next-stage development.