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重复 (chóngfù) vs 再次 (zàicì) — use 重复 when emphasizing the act of repeating for practice or clarity, while 再次 is more neutral, simply indicating doing something again without that emphasis.
Be careful not to confuse 重复 with similar-sounding words like 重新 (chóngxīn), which means 'to do again from the beginning'. 重复 is more about repeating the same action or statement, while 重新 implies starting over. This word is used in both formal and informal contexts.
As an HSK Level 5 word, 重复 connects with other words related to learning and communication, such as 学习 (xuéxí, to study) and 说明 (shuōmíng, to explain). Students should focus on using 重复 in sentences that involve instructions or clarifications.
Learners often mix up 重复 with 重新, thinking they mean the same thing. For example, saying '我想重新这个问题' (I want to repeat this question) should be corrected to '我想重复这个问题'.
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How to say to repeat in Chinese
“to repeat” in Chinese is重复
重复 (chóngfù) means to repeat or duplicate something. It is commonly used in contexts such as education, where a student might repeat a lesson, or in daily life when someone is asked to repeat an action or a statement for clarity. The nuance of this word often implies doing something again, either for practice or to ensure understanding.
When to use 重复
Be careful not to confuse 重复 with similar-sounding words like 重新 (chóngxīn), which means 'to do again from the beginning'. 重复 is more about repeating the same action or statement, while 重新 implies starting over. This word is used in both formal and informal contexts.
重复 or something close to it
重复 (chóngfù) vs 再次 (zàicì) — use 重复 when emphasizing the act of repeating for practice or clarity, while 再次 is more neutral, simply indicating doing something again without that emphasis.
What learners get wrong
Learners often mix up 重复 with 重新, thinking they mean the same thing. For example, saying '我想重新这个问题' (I want to repeat this question) should be corrected to '我想重复这个问题'.
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Grammar patterns of 重复
重复 functions as an adverb — it modifies a verb, adjective, or another adverb. In Chinese, adverbs sit BEFORE the verb they modify (我也去, 他常常迟到), never after it. It carries 2 related meanings, each with its own usage notes below. The example sentences below show it in action, with practice buttons (Listen, Practice Writing, Practice Speaking) on every line.
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这封信只不过____了一下土地法。
The letter merely restated the law of the land.
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Cultural Notes for 重复
While repetition is valued in Chinese education for mastery, Western approaches may emphasize understanding concepts over rote repetition, leading to different learning strategies.
Frequently asked questions about 重复
You can say '请重复一遍' (qǐng chóngfù yī biàn), which means 'Please repeat that once more.'
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