而且 (érqiě) — how to say "moreover" in Chinese

而且

Moreover, furthermore

Character composition

conjunction (indicates continuation or contrast)

moreover, and also

Radicals / Keys

And

#126 · ér · 6 strokes

One

#1 · · 1 strokes

Examples

这家饭店菜很好吃,而且离公司很近。

The food in this restaurant is very delicious, and moreover it's close to the company.

他很聪明,而且很努力。

He is very smart and moreover very hardworking.

Mnemonic

Mnemonic for 而且 (érqiě) — moreover, furthermore

[érqiě-] Eric and Cheshire Cat are discussing their adventures. Eric looks at Cheshire and says, "We'll add even more magic, 而且, moreover, puzzles!" 🐱✨ Cheshire grins, sensing that 而 connects them while 且 adds even more mystery.

Frequently asked questions

How do you say "moreover" in Chinese?

"moreover" in Chinese is 而且 (érqiě).

What does 而且 mean in English?

而且 (érqiě) means "Moreover, furthermore".

How is 而且 pronounced?

It is pronounced érqiě (written as erqie). The page has audio recorded by a native speaker.

How do you write "moreover" in Chinese characters?

It is written 而且.

What HSK level is 而且?

而且 belongs to the HSK 3 vocabulary list.

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