How to say “also” in Chinese with 也 (yě)
也 (yě) + Verb / Adj.
The "also" adverb "也 (yě)"
也 (yě) + Verb / Adj.
HSK 1AdverbsThe "also" adverb "也 (yě)"
Rule structure
The adverb 也 (yě) is used to express that an action, state, or characteristic is the same or similar for another subject. Its primary meanings are "also," "too," or "as well." 也 (yě) must be placed after the subject (or the object it refers to) and before the predicate (verb or adjective).
Rule structure
The adverb 也 (yě) is used to express that an action, state, or characteristic is the same or similar for another subject. Its primary meanings are "also," "too," or "as well." 也 (yě) must be placed after the subject (or the object it refers to) and before the predicate (verb or adjective).
Examples
我也是学生。
Wǒ yě shì xuéshēng.
I am also a student.
Examples
我也是学生。
Wǒ yě shì xuéshēng.
I am also a student.
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Frequently asked questions
How do you express “The "also" adverb "也 (yě)"” in Chinese?
Use the structure: 也 (yě) + Verb / Adj.. For example: 我也是学生。 — “I am also a student.”.
What is an example sentence with this grammar rule?
我也是学生。 — “I am also a student.”.
Which HSK level includes this grammar rule?
This grammar rule is part of HSK 1.
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