不如... expresses that one is inferior to another.
Less than
B is the standard
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Inferior comparison
- ✅ 這個不如那個好。
- ❌ 這個不如那個。 （可，但要語境）
B is standard
- ✅ A 不如 B。
- ❌ B 不如 A。（意思相反）
This plan is not as practical as that one.
His experience is not as rich as the seniors.
Walking today is not as fast as taking the metro.
Rather than waiting for notice, it is better to prepare for the interview first.
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