English–Chinese
“both” in Chinese
Chinese
Pronunciation
Pinyinjì
Example
既是丈夫，又是父亲，他很忙。jì shì zhàng fū yòu shì fù qīn tā hěn máng
He is both a husband and a father, and he is very busy.
How to say “both” in Chinese
“Both” in Chinese is 既 (jì).
Two facts or qualities are held true together, with the first linked to the second.
Example sentences with 既
既想帮助别人，又不想打扰他们。jì xiǎng bāng zhù bié rén yòu bù xiǎng dá rǎo tā men
He both wants to help others and does not want to disturb them.
Tips for using 既
- In speech, the first half of the pattern can sound unfinished until its companion clause arrives, making the opening adverb a useful signal to keep listening.