HSK 3 · VERSION 2.0#18
Expressing “Both A and B” with “yòu...yòu...”
又……又……
How it works
又……又…… means “both... and...” It is often used with adjectives.
The pattern
又 + Adjective / Verb + 又 + Adjective / Verb
Example sentences
这个地方又安静又漂亮。
This place is both quiet and beautiful.
她又聪明又努力。
She is both smart and hardworking.
这件衣服又便宜又好看。
This piece of clothing is both cheap and nice-looking.
Usage note
This pattern is commonly used with positive descriptions.