Adjective reduplication (AABB)

Overview

This English reference introduces “Adjective reduplication (AABB)” and focuses on the information most useful when reading Chinese.

Structure

subject + AABB + 的

Examples

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Usage notes

Creating adverbs with 地

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Common mistakes

Limitations

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Usage notes

Common adjectives

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Related grammar points

• Adjective reduplication (AA)
• Creating adverbs with 地 (de)