The Structure "又。。又。。" (yòu... yòu...)
Usage:
In Mandarin Chinese, the structure "又。。又。。" (yòu... yòu...) is used to express the simultaneous occurrence of two actions or states. It indicates that both actions or states are happening at the same time.
Format:
又 + Verb/Adjective + 又 + Verb/Adjective
Examples:
- 他又高又帅。(Tā yòu gāo yòu shuài.) - He is tall and handsome.
- 这个菜又好吃又便宜。(Zhège cài yòu hǎochī yòu piányi.) - This dish is both delicious and cheap.
- 她又聪明又勤奋。(Tā yòu cōngmíng yòu qínfèn.) - She is both smart and hardworking.
Additional Notes:
- The structure "又。。又。。" (yòu... yòu...) is often used to emphasize qualities or characteristics.
- The repetition of "又" (yòu) adds emphasis to each action or state.