Learn Mandarin Grammar : 很+Adjective vs. Adjective + 着呢

很+Adjective vs. Adjective +  着呢:

Adjective +着(zhe)呢(ne) is used to indicate a high degree, with a tone of exaggeration (excessiveness).

Examples:

1. I am very busy.

a. 我很忙。

b. 我忙着呢。(more emphasize than 很)

2. This kind of dish is very delicious.

a. 这种菜很好吃。

b. 这种菜好吃着呢。(more emphasize than 很).

3. This clothes is very beautiful.

a. 这件衣服很漂亮。

b. 这件衣服漂亮着呢。(more emphasize than 很)