HSK 7
连A带B
连A带B – Both A and B (expressing two simultaneous actions)
Explanation
The structure '连A带B' is used to express two actions occurring simultaneously or in succession, often with an exaggerating or intensifying effect. 'A' and 'B' are usually two verbs or nouns denoting action. For example '连哭带叫' means crying and screaming at once, '连蹦带跳' is jumping and skipping about. This structure makes a sentence more vivid and imagery-rich.
Examples
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The grammar point “连A带B” (连A带B – Both A and B (expressing two simultaneous actions)) is one of the key structures at HSK 7. To use it fluently, you need to understand the contexts where it's used and practice regularly.
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