Usage of 屡次
The adverb 屡次 (lǚ cì) means "repeatedly" or "many times." It is often used in formal or written contexts to emphasize that an action or event has occurred multiple times, usually with some negative or serious implication.
Common contexts
屡次 is frequently used with verbs describing actions that happen repeatedly, such as attempts, warnings, or incidents. It often appears in news reports, official statements, or formal writing.
Collocations
- 屡次发生 (lǚ cì fāshēng): repeatedly occur (used for events or incidents)
- 屡次尝试 (lǚ cì chángshì): repeatedly attempt
- 屡次警告 (lǚ cì jǐnggào): repeatedly warn
Nuance and register
屡次 carries a somewhat formal tone and is less common in casual spoken Chinese. It often implies a sense of frustration or seriousness about the repeated action. It is stronger than just saying "many times" and usually highlights that the repetition is noteworthy or problematic.
Avoid confusion
Do not confuse 屡次 with 多次 (duō cì), which also means "many times" but is more neutral and common in everyday speech. 屡次 often implies a repeated negative or undesired action, while 多次 is more neutral.