The modal adverb 总算
The modal adverb (语气副词) expresses subjective judgment or assurance toward an action.
We use the modal adverb 总算 
to describe some end result or long-awaited satisfaction. We usually use it in colloquial speech.
The adverb 总算 has strong emotional coloring. It emphasizes that an action that the speaker expected to happen eventually occurred after a long period of time.
to describe some end result or long-awaited satisfaction. We usually use it in colloquial speech.
The adverb 总算 has strong emotional coloring. It emphasizes that an action that the speaker expected to happen eventually occurred after a long period of time. Pay attention
At the end of sentences with the adverb 总算, we should state the particle 了 to indicate a change in the situation.
to indicate a change in the situation.Examples
妈妈总算来了
Mom finally came
māma zǒngsuàn lái le
考试总算结束了
The exams are finally over
kǎoshì zǒngsuàn jiéshù le
Sometimes we use the adverb 总算 in the meaning of “in general”. We usually use it when we give a general comment on a situation.
Examples
总算便宜了
In general it is cheap
zǒngsuàn piányi le
天气总算不错
The weather was good overall
tiānqì zǒngsuàn búcuò
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