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How to say “over and over again” in Chinese with 再三

再三 (zàisān) + Verb Phrase

Expressing "over and over again" with "再三 (zàisān)"

HSK 5Adverbs

Rule structure

再三 (zàisān) is an adverb meaning "repeatedly, over and over again". It implies the action was done multiple times, often with urgency or emphasis.

Examples

我再三提醒他，他还是忘了。

Wǒ zàisān tíxǐng tā, tā háishì wàng le.

I reminded him over and over again, but he still forgot.

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Frequently asked questions

How do you express “Expressing "over and over again" with "再三 (zàisān)"” in Chinese?

Use the structure: 再三 (zàisān) + Verb Phrase. For example: 我再三提醒他，他还是忘了。 — “I reminded him over and over again, but he still forgot.”.

What is an example sentence with this grammar rule?

我再三提醒他，他还是忘了。 — “I reminded him over and over again, but he still forgot.”.

Which HSK level includes this grammar rule?

This grammar rule is part of HSK 5.

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