In Mandarin, when we want to say that someone's skills or qualities are different from someone else's, we can use two words: "没有" (méiyǒu) and "比" (bǐ).

Here’s How It Works:

1. Basic Format:

   • Subject + 没有 + Comparison + 得/的 + Adjective/Verb

   • Example: 我没有他聪明。 (Wǒ méiyǒu tā cōngmíng.)
     Translation: I am not as smart as him.

Important Parts:

• 没有 (méiyǒu): This means "not have" or "lack." It's used to show that something is missing.

• 比 (bǐ): This means "than." It’s used when we compare two things.

• 得/的 (de): This helps describe how good or strong something is.

More Examples:

1. For Skills:

   • 她没有我会跳舞。 (Tā méiyǒu wǒ huì tiàowǔ.)
     Translation: She does not dance as well as I do.

2. For Qualities:

   • 这本书没有那本有意思。 (Zhè běn shū méiyǒu nà běn yǒuyìsi.)
     Translation: This book is not as interesting as that one.

Time to Practice:

Now it’s your turn! Try making your own sentences using this format.

You can compare different skills or qualities by using "没有" to show what’s not as good.

This will help you express differences more clearly!