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逐渐 (zhújiàn) - use 逐年 when emphasizing a yearly progression, while 逐渐 focuses on the gradual nature of change regardless of time frame.
When using 逐年, it is important to ensure that the context indicates a sense of time progressing. Common collocations include 逐年增长 (zhu2 nian2 zeng1 zhang3 - increase year by year) and 逐年变化 (zhu2 nian2 bian4 hua4 - change year by year). Avoid using it in overly casual contexts, as it is more formal.
As an HSK 6 word, 逐年 connects to other advanced terms related to time and progression. Students at this level should focus on using it in complex sentences to describe trends or changes in various contexts, enhancing their narrative skills in Mandarin.
A common mistake is using 逐年 incorrectly in casual speech, as in: '逐年我喜欢这个电影' (zhu2 nian2 wo3 xi3 huan1 zhe4 ge4 dian4 ying3 - Year after year, I like this movie). It should be used to describe changes, so a better sentence would be '这个电影逐年受欢迎' (zhe4 ge4 dian4 ying3 zhu2 nian2 shou4 huan1 ying2 - This movie becomes more popular year after year).
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How to say year after year in Chinese
“year after year” in Chinese is逐年
The term 逐年 (zhu2 nian2) means 'year after year' or 'with each passing year.' It is often used to describe a gradual, progressive change or the accumulation of experiences or results over time. This phrase commonly appears in contexts such as reports, narratives, and discussions about trends or developments.
When to use 逐年
When using 逐年, it is important to ensure that the context indicates a sense of time progressing. Common collocations include 逐年增长 (zhu2 nian2 zeng1 zhang3 - increase year by year) and 逐年变化 (zhu2 nian2 bian4 hua4 - change year by year). Avoid using it in overly casual contexts, as it is more formal.
逐年 or something close to it
逐渐 (zhújiàn) - use 逐年 when emphasizing a yearly progression, while 逐渐 focuses on the gradual nature of change regardless of time frame.
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A common mistake is using 逐年 incorrectly in casual speech, as in: '逐年我喜欢这个电影' (zhu2 nian2 wo3 xi3 huan1 zhe4 ge4 dian4 ying3 - Year after year, I like this movie). It should be used to describe changes, so a better sentence would be '这个电影逐年受欢迎' (zhe4 ge4 dian4 ying3 zhu2 nian2 shou4 huan1 ying2 - This movie becomes more popular year after year).
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Grammar patterns of 逐年
逐年 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 3 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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这个部门因为预算削减而____萎缩。
The department has been shrinking year by year because of budget cuts.
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While it can be understood in informal settings, it is best suited for more formal or written contexts like reports and essays.
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