HSK 3 · VERSION 2.0#52
Reduplication of Verbs
动词重叠
How it works
Verb reduplication makes the tone lighter, softer, or shorter in duration.
Example sentences
你先想想。
Think about it first.
我去问问老师。
I will go ask the teacher.
周末我们出去走走吧。
Let’s go out for a walk on the weekend.
Usage note
At HSK3, learners use this pattern more naturally in conversation.