HSK 7
偏偏
偏偏 (piānpiān) - Indicates things going against one's wishes/expectations
Explanation
The particle '偏偏' is used to emphasize that something happens completely contrary to the speaker's expectations or wishes, usually carrying a tone of surprise, annoyance or helplessness. For example: '周围这么多漂亮的女生，你怎么偏偏喜欢她？' (There are so many beautiful girls around, why of all people do you like her?) - this choice goes against the norm. '偏偏' can also be used when an unwanted mishap occurs at just the wrong moment, as in: '我们已经穿好衣服准备要走了，可孩子偏偏又醒了。' (We had already gotten dressed and were ready to leave, but the child of all times woke up again).
Examples
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The grammar point “偏偏” (偏偏 (piānpiān) - Indicates things going against one's wishes/expectations) 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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