这
zhè
This
这 (zhè) 那 (nà) — this and that
Verb + 这 (zhè) + Verb + 那 (nà)
HSK 63.0
Pattern diagram
Who / whatVerb这Verb那
Rule structure
A这 (zhè)A那 (nà) repeats one verb with 这 (zhè) and 那 (nà), directing the action at this and that. For example, 问这问那 (wèn zhè wèn nà) means “ask about this and that.” The nuance depends on the verb and context.
Rule structure
A这 (zhè)A那 (nà) repeats one verb with 这 (zhè) and 那 (nà), directing the action at this and that. For example, 问这问那 (wèn zhè wèn nà) means “ask about this and that.” The nuance depends on the verb and context.
Examples
他总是问这问那。
Tā zǒngshì wèn zhè wèn nà.
He’s always asking about this and that.
Examples
他总是问这问那。
Tā zǒngshì wèn zhè wèn nà.
He’s always asking about this and that.
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Frequently asked questions
How do you say “this and that” in Chinese with 这 那?
Use the structure: Verb + 这 (zhè) + Verb + 那 (nà). For example: 他总是问这问那。 — “He’s always asking about this and that”.
What is an example sentence with this grammar rule?
他总是问这问那。 — “He’s always asking about this and that”.
Which HSK level includes this grammar rule?
This grammar rule is part of HSK 3.0 Level 6.
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