HSK 4

频率、重复副词:一再、再三

Adverbs of frequency, repetition: 一再、再三

Explanation

Both '一再' and '再三' mean 'repeatedly, again and again', used to emphasize that an action is performed many times. '一再' often goes with verbs like 表示、强调、要求, carrying a nuance of emphasizing persistence or effort. '再三' is similar but can be used more flexibly, e.g. 解释、叮嘱、劝说. Structure: 一再/再三 + verb.

Examples

他一再表示自己不会出席这次会议。
zàibiǎoshìhuìchūzhèhuì
我再三解释,他还是不相信。
zàisānjiěshìháishìxiāngxìn

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