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再次 — pronunciations, definitions, and tags
HanziPinyinEnglishTags
再次zàicìone more timeHSK 4, unknown, 12 strokes, rank #1076, Medium
再次zàicìagainHSK 4, unknown, 12 strokes, rank #1076, Medium
再次zàicìone moreHSK 4, unknown, 12 strokes, rank #1076, Medium
再次zàicìonce againHSK 4, unknown, 12 strokes, rank #1076, Medium
zàicì(zai4ci4)zai ci T4
  1. 1one more time
  2. 2again
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March 24, 2026

再次zàicì(zai4ci4)

再次 (zài cì) means 'again' or 'once more', indicating the repetition of an action or event. It is commonly used in both spoken and written contexts to convey the idea of doing something anew or for a second time, often used in formal situations such as speeches or written communications.

Strokes12Frequency#1076DifficultyMedium
Cultural Note

The concept of repetition is significant in Chinese culture, particularly in the context of education and tradition, where revisiting lessons or customs is often seen as a way to deepen understanding and reinforce values.

Memory Tip

Think of 再 (zài) as a 'replay' button and 次 (cì) as 'the next track'. Visualize pressing the replay button to hear the same song again, reinforcing the idea of doing something again or one more time.

Meanings of 再次

zàicì(zai4ci4)
1one more time
2again
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About 再次

再次Simplified
12Strokes
—Radical
副词fùcíadverb (adv.)Part of Speech
#—Frequency Rank
HSK 3.0L4IntermediateHSKKL3CEFRB2

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AI Study Notes for 再次

Quick Contrast

再次 (zài cì) vs 重新 (chóngxīn) — use 再次 for repetition of a previous action, while 重新 implies doing something from the beginning or in a new way.

Usage Notes

Learners often confuse 再次 with just 再, which can be more informal. Use 再次 in formal contexts or written language, such as in emails or presentations, while 再 can be used more casually in conversation.

HSK Study Tips

As a word used to express repetition, 再次 is relevant for HSK 3 learners who are developing their ability to describe actions and experiences. Focus on practicing its usage in sentences that involve repeated actions.

Common Mistakes

Learners may incorrectly use 再次 in informal situations, saying '我再次去商店' instead of '我再去商店'. Remember, 再次 is more formal and should be reserved for appropriate contexts.

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Component Characters

再zàiagain
HSK 16 strokes冂
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次cìnext in sequence
HSK 26 strokes欠
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How to say one more time in Chinese

“one more time” in Chinese is再次zàicì

再次 (zài cì) means 'again' or 'once more', indicating the repetition of an action or event. It is commonly used in both spoken and written contexts to convey the idea of doing something anew or for a second time, often used in formal situations such as speeches or written communications.

When to use 再次

Learners often confuse 再次 with just 再, which can be more informal. Use 再次 in formal contexts or written language, such as in emails or presentations, while 再 can be used more casually in conversation.

再次 or something close to it

再次 (zài cì) vs 重新 (chóngxīn) — use 再次 for repetition of a previous action, while 重新 implies doing something from the beginning or in a new way.

What learners get wrong

Learners may incorrectly use 再次 in informal situations, saying '我再次去商店' instead of '我再去商店'. Remember, 再次 is more formal and should be reserved for appropriate contexts.

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It's better to use 再 in casual settings; 再次 is more suitable for formal contexts.

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