A bronze vessel or basin with a curved spout. Also, too, as well; adds another item or parallel statement. Wide-mouthed vessel with a curved tail — an extra hook added on.
也 goes before the verb, not at the end like English 'too'.
也 comes before 是, not after it.
都 means all/both. For one person meaning 'me too', use 也.
Negative sentences still put 也 before 不.
也 is a glue word that sits right before the verb, never after it.
| Dimension | Natural | Avoid |
|---|---|---|
| Placement | 我也是学生 | 我是也学生 |
| With 去 | 我也去 | 我去也 |
| With 喜欢 | 我也喜欢 | 我喜欢也 |
也 means 'too/also'; 都 means 'all/both'. They are not twins.
| Dimension | Natural | Avoid |
|---|---|---|
| One person | 我也去 (I'm going too) | 我都去 (I'm all going?) |
| Many people | 我们都去 (We're all going) | 我们也去 (We're also going, not all) |
| Meaning check | 也 = matching | 都 = all/both |
Put 也 before the negative verb: 我也没有钱. Not at the end.
| Dimension | Natural | Avoid |
|---|---|---|
| Negative 有 | 我也没有钱 | 我没有钱也 |
| Negative 不 | 他也不去 | 他不去也 |
| Pattern | subject + 也 + 不/没 + verb | 也 at the end |
Think instant noodles are unhealthy? This HSK 6 article challenges common myths and reveals surprising facts about nutrition, oil, and salt in this convenient food.
就是说方便面里面基本没有水，所以就算在里面什么“东西” 也 不加，它 也 不会长毛变坏。
就是说，没有任何一种食物可以提供全面营养， 也 就没有任何人只吃一种食物就可以完全满足身体的需要。
在吃方便面时 也 可以再多加一些蔬菜、水果什么的，让它营养更多。
就是说，高温的时候 也 不容易产生有害物质。
由于油炸温度低、时间短，不仅棕榈油不会被“炸坏”，而且方便面中的营养成分损失 也 比较少。
有人干吃方便面， 也 不会觉得咸。
所以，说方便面里盐太多， 也是 误会。
当然，就算是没有误会，方便面 也 不好多吃。
天天顿顿都是方便面 也是 绝对不推荐的。
Chat about where friends study Chinese while exploring 哪儿 and 哪里 across Beijing and Shanghai. Practice asking “where”, talking about “here” and “there”, and using the modest reply 哪里哪里 to accept a compliment.
“哪儿” 也 可以。
“哪儿” 也是 “where”。
北京人 也 说“这里”和“那里”吗？
小米： 也 说。
上海人 也 说“这儿”和“那儿”。
他们 也 说“这儿”、“那儿”。
， 也可以说 “哪儿！
In this warm dialogue, a parent introduces their family at a restaurant. A teacher gently corrects common mistakes about family words and names, making it perfect for HSK 2 learners.
你 也 来这家饭店吃饭？
我的孩子们 也 都来了。
B：你只有一个儿子，所以不要说“大儿子”， 也 不要说“小女儿”，就说“女儿”就好。
这个 也 错了。
你的爸爸妈妈 也 来了吗？
Follow Xiao Li as he copes with the effects of forest fires near his home in the US and reflects on environmental changes. A thoughtful story for HSK 4 learners.
这个季节，日照时间很长，所以 也 很热。
可是今年很奇怪，天上很少有云， 也 很少下雨，一直非常热。
因为风把烟吹到城里，空气变得非常差，很多人开始咳嗽，小李 也是 其中一个。
他小时候住在中国的东北，那里的森林 也 很多。
春天和夏天雨水少，温度高的时候，人们 也 要特别小心森林大火。
Learn the fascinating story behind the Chinese idiom '东山再起' (Dongshan Zaiji), which means to make a comeback. Discover its historical roots and modern usage.
有个叫谢安的人，很有才华， 也 很有名气。
当年乔布斯被踢出苹果公司，十年后，他又重回苹果，这件事 也可以说 “乔布斯东山再起了。”
一条咸鱼 也 能翻过身来。
比如：这个项目已经被取消了，团队 也 解散了。
Why would a millionaire leave a table of lobster and wagyu untouched? This story explores the hidden rules of business dining and the true cost of staying alert.
他话 也 不多。
可直到散席，那碗汤 也 没再碰过。
那种笑是绷着的，嘴角拉平，眼睛里一点儿温度 也 没有， 也 不是冷冷的，就是那种空空的感觉。
他 也 笑了。
This is a short dialogue about a shopping trip. A woman buys many things, including food, drinks, furniture, and pet food, while her boyfriend reminds her not to overspend.
我很不高兴：“我 也 在给你买东西。
这个商店有很多东西，有吃的东西 也 有喝的东西。
你喜欢的那个桌子和椅子，我 也 买了。”
Meet Dr. Mi, a doctor and teacher at Sichuan University. This simple HSK 1 story shows his daily routine from morning to night, helping you learn time expressions and everyday activities.
他是一个医生， 也是 一个老师。
他喜欢喝茶， 也 喜欢喝咖啡。
他 也 有一个大杯子，是一个茶杯。
This heartwarming story reveals the quiet devotion of a father. As you read, notice the repeated actions and how a simple cup of tea becomes meaningful.
老先生不喝茶， 也 不吃东西。
大中想：“老先生天天来，茶不热了 也 不喝，他天天在看什么呢？”
老先生看看大中，对大中说：“五年前，我儿子 也 在这家饭店工作。
In this HSK 1 story, two old friends from Britain and China share a meal with their girlfriends. A simple question about who pays leads to a clever and funny solution.
我们是老朋友， 也是 好朋友。
我的女朋友 也是 英国人。
This simple HSK 2 story introduces a warm family of six. Follow Little Bao and his British wife as they raise their two green-eyed children, each with their own personality.
这是因为他们的妈妈的眼睛 也是 绿色的。
弟弟太小， 也 不喜欢画画儿，一会儿跳上跳下，一会儿跑来跑去。
This heartwarming story shows how a small act of kindness can be passed on. Follow Gao Xianming as he learns an important lesson about generosity in his new city.
高先明的手机里 也 没有钱。
高先明看见一个中国同学安小语， 也是 手里少五块钱，不能上车。
Join a family on a sweltering Beijing Sunday as a boy learns a funny lesson about playing outside in the summer heat. Perfect for HSK 1 learners.
妈妈 也 喜欢热天气。
到了学校，儿子看了看，学校里真的一个人 也 没有。
Is four years to reach HSK 5 fast or slow? Follow a conversation between two learners as they compare study hours and share realistic strategies for busy adults.
汉语是“说汉语”， 也 可以“听汉语”；但是中文是“读中文”，中文和汉字都是眼睛在看。
我和他学说话， 也 学认汉字。
Discover how a simple letter from a cookie seller led to an unexpected friendship with a famous scholar. This heartwarming story explores kindness and connection across social divides.
你信上说的那个”杜鲁门没有带走一个人”的故事， 也 正和邱吉尔在一九四五年离开唐宁街十号时没有带走一个人，是一样的。
元真告诉胡之适说，他的鼻子里 也 长了一个差不多的东西。
Meet Xiao Shang, who is heading back to Shanghai. She compares two ways to travel and tells us why she prefers the slower one. This story helps you practice comparing transportation in simple Chinese.
北京到上海有飞机， 也 有火车。
坐火车比坐飞机便宜得多，去飞机场 也 要花很多时间，所以，小商觉得坐火车比坐飞机好。
This short, simple story follows a shopper's trip to the supermarket to buy apples. You'll learn useful vocabulary for shopping, prices, and comparing things.
我看见超市有大苹果， 也 有小苹果。
This short, soothing piece is about missing someone on a rainy night. The sentences are simple and repeat often, so you can practice reading while feeling the warm emotion.
小雨，小雨，你 也 在想我吗？
Meet Gao Youpeng, a friendly Beijing coworker who welcomes the narrator with local dishes and a simple language-exchange plan. This warm HSK 2 story is perfect for first readings about work and friendship.
他 也 在中为公司工作，但是因为周一我来公司的时候，他去上海了，所以我没有看见他。
This humorous dialogue follows a man who spends all his savings on his girlfriend's Apple phone and a lucky number, leaving him broke. A fun read for HSK 3 learners.
结婚 也 要钱啊！
Before you start learning Chinese, master the most important phrases: greetings. This short dialogue shows you how to say hello and goodbye, and how to respond politely.
不好意思， 也 可以。
Follow Dazhong, a busy worker in China, as he finds warmth and kindness at a small noodle shop. Practice everyday words for food, weather, and expressing gratitude.
大中吃了热热的面条，觉得今天晚上一点儿 也 不冷了。
Ever wondered where old Beijing's tea-drinking culture has gone? Follow a visitor discovering why locals now avoid famous tea houses—and practice expressing surprise and comparisons in Chinese along the way.
老北京们去茶馆，就是因为想喝茶， 也 为了跟朋友说说话什么的。
A young man helps an old man look for his cat. But the real surprise is why the old man wanted to find the cat. Read on to learn about kindness and friendship.
找了一个月，白天明 也 没有看见那只大白猫。
Before you read, meet the grandparents! This rhyming chant helps you practice the different names for maternal and paternal grandparents in Chinese. Listen to the beat and repeat.
爷爷和奶奶，姥爷和姥姥，他们都爱我，我 也 爱他们。
This playful rhyme helps you learn family words in Chinese. Practice saying who's who with simple questions and answers!
哥哥和弟弟，姐姐和妹妹 也是 我家人， 也是 好朋友。
Before you read, close your eyes and imagine a rainy afternoon. This story uses simple HSK 1 words to show how rain can become a talking friend.
不冷， 也 不热。
This short poem plays with words that sound alike, comparing things that are good to watch, read, hear, or taste. Perfect for practicing basic adjectives like 好 and 真.
好菜真好吃，好吃 也 好看。
Everyday greetings are a gateway to natural Chinese. Practice time-based hellos like “早上好” and “晚安,” learn to address teachers with the respectful “您,” and see how families skip formalities to speak warmly at home.
先生、女士 也 说“您”。
Before you read, think about names: a train is called 'fire vehicle' in Chinese, but there's no fire! This simple rhyme will help you laugh while reviewing everyday words.
包子不是包儿，面包 也 不是。
Welcome! This short poem helps you practice the months, weekdays, and mealtimes in Chinese. Read it aloud and notice the rhythm. You already know many of these words!
一年十二月，爱你 也 想你。
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