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How to say “at the same time” in Chinese with 兼 (jiān)
兼 (jiān) + Noun / Verb (concurrently)
兼 (jiān) — at the same time, concurrently
HSK 6Sentence patterns
兼 (jiān) + Noun / Verb (concurrently)
HSK 6Sentence patterns兼 (jiān) — at the same time, concurrently
Rule structure
兼 (jiān) means "concurrently, simultaneously, also hold". It indicates holding multiple roles or doing multiple things at once. Often used in formal contexts.
Rule structure
兼 (jiān) means "concurrently, simultaneously, also hold". It indicates holding multiple roles or doing multiple things at once. Often used in formal contexts.
Examples
他身兼数职。
Tā shēn jiān shù zhí.
He holds several positions concurrently.
Examples
他身兼数职。
Tā shēn jiān shù zhí.
He holds several positions concurrently.
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Frequently asked questions
How do you say “at the same time, concurrently” in Chinese with 兼?
Use the structure: 兼 (jiān) + Noun / Verb (concurrently). For example: 他身兼数职。 — “He holds several positions concurrently”.
What is an example sentence with this grammar rule?
他身兼数职。 — “He holds several positions concurrently”.
Which HSK level includes this grammar rule?
This grammar rule is part of HSK 6.
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