beginnerA1 · TOCFL a1conjunctionsentence pattern
又…又
Pattern
又 + adjective + 又 + adjective
Key words
Core idea
又…又 links two qualities that are both true at the same time. It is common with adjectives and other state-like descriptions.
The two parts should describe the same subject. The pattern presents the qualities as a pair.
Usage boundary
At this level, use it for simultaneous states, not a sequence of actions. If you mean “first one action, then another,” use a sequence pattern instead.
Examples
这个房间又大又亮。
Zhè ge fángjiān yòu dà yòu liàng.
This room is both big and bright.
他又聪明又用功。
Tā yòu cōngmíng yòu yònggōng.
He is both smart and hardworking.
这杯茶又热又香。
Zhè bēi chá yòu rè yòu xiāng.
This cup of tea is both hot and fragrant.
Common mistakes
Avoid
这个房间又大和亮。
Use
这个房间又大又亮。
Use 又 before both qualities in this paired pattern.