Twice; a second time.
Again, once more, another time, or then in sequence. A frame (冂) with a central stroke marking one action repeated.
再
Common Usage & Traps
- 再见 — goodbye
- 再来 — come again
- 再吃 — eat more
- 再喝 — drink more
- 再买 — buy more
- 再想 — think again
- 再玩 — play again
- 再睡 — sleep more
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再家在家再 means 'again', not 'at'. 在家 means 'at home'.
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再字写字再 is not used to mean 'write'. 写字 means 'write characters'.
What is the difference between 再 and 在?
再 means 'again', while 在 means 'at' or 'in'.
再 (zài) is an helper word meaning 'again' or 'another time'. 在 (zài) is a bridge word or verb meaning 'at', 'in', or 'to exist'. They sound the same but have different meanings and characters.
| Dimension | 再 | 在 |
|---|---|---|
| Meaning | again, another time | at, in, to exist |
| Usage | helper word before verb | bridge word or verb |
| Example | 再见 (goodbye) | 在家 (at home) |
Can 再 be used alone as a word?
No, 再 is usually used before a verb and cannot stand alone.
再 is an helper word that must be followed by a verb or verb phrase. It cannot be used as a standalone word to mean 'again'. For example, you say 再来 (come again), not just 再.
| Dimension | Natural | Avoid |
|---|---|---|
| Usage | 再 + verb | 再 alone |
| Example | 再吃 (eat more) | 再 (incorrect) |
Appears in Stories 10 stories
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.
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“ 东山再起 ”这个成语的本意是一个人失败以后或从高的地位落到低的地位以后，重新回到成功的位置。
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这就是“ 东山再起 ”的由来。
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现在，我们用“ 东山再起 ”来形容一个人失败或退出后，通过努力又重新获得成功。
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比如，一个公司破产了，老板又重新创业赚钱，我们就可以说“他 东山再起 了”。
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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。”
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东山再起 是褒义词，而“死灰复燃”就是它的反义词，是一个贬义词。
In this funny HSK 2 story, a boy asks his father for money every day. When his father tries to teach him a lesson, the boy's clever reply will make you laugh.
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我想 再 去买点儿吃的东西“。
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昨天你找我要五块钱，今天你 再 要五块钱，明天是不是还要 再 要五块钱。
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.
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可直到散席，那碗汤也没 再 碰过。
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他说：“货款拖了四个月了， 再 不给，这周我就停了你的货！”
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.
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再见 ！
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雨说： 再见 ！
In this dialogue, two people chat while waiting outside a cinema. You'll hear common phrases for talking about hobbies, sports, and movie preferences.
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再见 。
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.
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再见 !
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.
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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。
Join a beginner as they ask a Chinese friend to teach them how to cook. This simple HSK 1 dialogue shows that learning one dish at a time is the best way to start.
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小米说，我 再 问你一个问题，你现在会做什么菜呢？
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.
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宝宝，宝宝，我 再 问你妈妈的爸爸叫什么？
This playful rhyme helps you learn family words in Chinese. Practice saying who's who with simple questions and answers!
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小朋友，我 再 问你，这个女孩子，她是谁？
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