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How to say “in addition” in Chinese with 再说 (zàishuō)

⋯⋯，再说 (zàishuō)，⋯⋯

Expressing "in addition" with "再说 (zàishuō)"

HSK 4Conjunctions

Rule structure

再说 (zàishuō) as a conjunction means "besides, moreover, in addition". It adds a supporting reason. Also used as a verb meaning "to talk later".

Examples

这手机功能很多，再说，价格也不贵。

Zhè shǒujī gōngnéng hěn duō, zàishuō, jiàgé yě bù guì.

This phone has many functions, and besides, the price is not expensive.

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Frequently asked questions

How do you express “Expressing "in addition" with "再说 (zàishuō)"” in Chinese?

Use the structure: ⋯⋯，再说 (zàishuō)，⋯⋯. For example: 这手机功能很多，再说，价格也不贵。 — “This phone has many functions, and besides, the price is not expensive.”.

What is an example sentence with this grammar rule?

这手机功能很多，再说，价格也不贵。 — “This phone has many functions, and besides, the price is not expensive.”.

Which HSK level includes this grammar rule?

This grammar rule is part of HSK 4.

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