1：动词，“一直到结束、到终点”的意思。
这个电影很复杂，只有看到底才能懂它讲了什么。
2：副词，用在疑问句或者带疑问代词的非疑问句中，表示“进一步探究”的意思。不能用于带“吗”的是非疑问句中。
我给他打了好几次电话了，可是一直没人接，也不知道他到底怎么回事。
3：用在疑问句或者带疑问代词的非疑问句中时，主语如果是疑问代词，“到底”只能放在主语前。
到底谁去参加比赛，大家还没决定。

有意思的例子：
1：她到底是不是我妈妈，为什么天天让我来上学😂
2：我到底为什么学习汉语😂
3：她天天问她老公：你爱不爱我？她老公每次都回答说：爱。他到底爱不爱他老婆😂

喵喵说汉语---HSK 4

到底？？？

** This story contains graphic and explicit material it is not recommended for children. For mature audiences only. ** 18+
The Parrot and the Potbellied Pig from Squirrel Seeks Chipmunk by David Sedaris Illustrations by Ian Falconer
Read by me Teacher Alyse. Listen and follow along.
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The way the pig is labeled based on his Vietnamese heritage, despite being born in the U.S., mirrors the real-world experiences of many immigrants and their descendants. Even when someone identifies as fully American, they can still be seen as "other" because of their background. The parrot's insistence on framing the pig's identity through an ethnic lens—rather than his actual achievements—reflects how media narratives and public discourse can shape (and sometimes distort) the way individuals are perceived.
This is especially important now, given the ongoing discussions about immigration in the U.S. Many immigrants and first-generation Americans face similar struggles with identity, belonging, and how they're portrayed in society. The story also highlights how insecurities—whether about identity, appearance, or status—can be exacerbated by external judgments.
Themes and Interpretation
•	Identity and Stereotyping: The pig’s frustration highlights how labels—whether about ethnicity or body image—can shape and limit a person’s self-perception.
•	Media Manipulation: The parrot, representing a journalist, distorts facts for a sensationalized story, raising questions about bias and ethics in reporting.
•	Self-Perception and Insecurity: The pig’s struggles with his body image illustrate how external judgments can create deep-seated insecurities.
•	Cultural Commentary: The story subtly critiques societal assumptions about identity and heritage, showing how people (or animals) can be boxed in by others’ perceptions.

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