HSK2Reduplication
Verb reduplication
An English guide to Verb reduplication, with structures, examples, and practical usage notes.
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Overview
This English reference introduces “Verb reduplication” and focuses on the information most useful when reading Chinese.
Structure
subject + VV + object
subject + V一V + object
Examples
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Common mistakes
Two-syllable verbs
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Usage notes
Reduplication of verbs vs. 一下
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Softened tone
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