HSK 3

又⋯⋯,又⋯⋯

Both... and... (又⋯⋯,又⋯⋯)

Explanation

The structure '又…又…' is used to list two or more qualities, states, or actions occurring at the same time, emphasizing their combination. This structure usually carries a positive nuance, expressing richness or satisfaction. For example: '又唱歌,又跳舞' means singing and dancing at the same time. Note: the elements after '又' are usually of the same word class (two adjectives or two verbs).

Examples

晚会上大家又唱歌,又跳舞,高兴极了。
wǎnhuìshàngjiāyòuchàngyòutiàogāoxìngle
这件衣服样子又好看,价格又便宜。
zhèjiànfuyàngziyòuhǎokànjiàyòupiányi

Learn “又⋯⋯,又⋯⋯” effectively

The grammar point “又⋯⋯,又⋯⋯” (Both... and... (又⋯⋯,又⋯⋯)) is one of the key structures at HSK 3. To use it fluently, you need to understand the contexts where it's used and practice regularly.

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