Usages of jìrán
既然 你 这么 累， 就 今天 在 宿舍 好好 休息 吧。Jìrán nǐ zhème lèi, jiù jīntiān zài sùshè hǎohāo xiūxi ba.
Since you’re so tired, then you should rest well in the dorm today.
既然 天气 这么 好， 我们 就 去 公园 走走， 让 心情 更 开心 一点儿。Jìrán tiānqì zhème hǎo, wǒmen jiù qù gōngyuán zǒuzou, ràng xīnqíng gèng kāixīn yìdiǎnr.
Since the weather is so good, let’s go for a walk in the park and make our mood a bit happier.
既然 你 想 提高 中文 水平， 就 把 网上 课程 上完。Jìrán nǐ xiǎng tígāo zhōngwén shuǐpíng, jiù bǎ wǎngshàng kèchéng shàngwán.
Since you want to improve your Chinese level, then finish taking the online courses.
既然 水龙头 漏水 了， 就 马上 关 总阀。jìrán shuǐlóngtóu lòushuǐ le, jiù mǎshàng guān zǒngfá.
Since the tap is leaking, close the main valve immediately.
既然 零件 损坏 了， 就 需要 更换。jìrán língjiàn sǔnhuài le, jiù xūyào gēnghuàn.
Since the part is damaged, it needs to be replaced.
既然 故障 很 紧急， 就 尽快 安排 上门。jìrán gùzhàng hěn jǐnjí, jiù jǐnkuài ānpái shàngmén.
Since the fault is urgent, arrange a home visit as soon as possible.
既然 供水 恢复 了， 就 把 收据 给 我。jìrán gōngshuǐ huīfù le, jiù bǎ shōujù gěi wǒ.
Since the water supply has been restored, give me the receipt.
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