jat1 zoi3一再
Jyutpingjat1 zoi3
Yaleyāt joi
Definition
Repeatedly; again and again.
neutraldaily actions
How it's used
Focuses on the repetitive nature of an action that happens multiple times in succession, often implying a sense of annoyance or frustration from the speaker. It is more formal than simply using 仲要 or 再三 and is frequently found in news reports or serious discussions about recurring issues.
Examples
Why do you keep making the same mistakes again and again?
Related words
Common phrases
to emphasize repeatedly
to happen again and again
Common mistake
Learners often confuse this with 再, which is a simple adverb for 'again'. Remember that 一再 carries a stronger emphasis on the persistence or frequency of the action, whereas 再 is neutral and can be used for a single future repetition.
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Grammar guides
- NegationHow to say no, not, didn't, and don't in Cantonese. The four main negation words and when to use each one.
- Numbers and moneyCounting, talking about money, and asking how much things cost. Includes the two words for two and the everyday words for dollars and cents.
- Aspect markersCantonese has no tenses, but it does have aspect markers. Learn how zo2, gwo3, gan2, and hai2 dou6 show completion, experience, and ongoing action.
