HSK 3 · VERSION 2.0#36
Aspect Particle “zhe”
着
How it works
着 can describe a continuing state or a background action.
Example sentences
门开着。
The door is open.
她穿着一条红裙子。
She is wearing a red dress.
他笑着说：“没关系。”
He said with a smile, “It’s okay.”
Usage note
At HSK3, 着 is not only for states, but also for accompanying manner.