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Be mindful of the context when using 那会儿; it is informal and best suited for casual conversations. Avoid using it in formal writing or speeches. Common collocations include phrases like '那会儿我在...' (Back then, I was...) to set the scene.
For HSK Level 3 learners, focus on understanding time expressions and how they relate to past tense structures. This word connects with other time-related vocabulary and helps in constructing narratives about past experiences.
Learners often confuse 那会儿 with other time expressions like 以前 or 曾经. For example, saying '那会儿我去过' (Back then, I have been) is incorrect; it should be '那会儿我去了' (Back then, I went).
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How to say at that time in Chinese
“at that time” in Chinese is那会儿
那会儿 (nà huì er) refers to a specific time in the past, often translated as 'back then' or 'at that time.' It is commonly used in conversational Mandarin to recall experiences or events from a previous period, highlighting a sense of nostalgia or reflection.
When to use 那会儿
Be mindful of the context when using 那会儿; it is informal and best suited for casual conversations. Avoid using it in formal writing or speeches. Common collocations include phrases like '那会儿我在...' (Back then, I was...) to set the scene.
What learners get wrong
Learners often confuse 那会儿 with other time expressions like 以前 or 曾经. For example, saying '那会儿我去过' (Back then, I have been) is incorrect; it should be '那会儿我去了' (Back then, I went).
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Frequently Asked Questions about 那会儿
那会儿 specifically refers to a particular time in the past, while 以前 is more general, meaning 'before' or 'previously'.
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