极度 jídù extremely
How to remember 极度: 极 extremely + 度 degree = extremely.
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How it is used
- 'Extremely, to an extreme degree' - 极度疲劳 (jídù píláo) extreme exhaustion.
- Modifies strong states/emotions: 极度紧张, 极度失望.
- Stronger than 非常 (fēicháng, very); marks the far end of a scale.