八次

bā cì
nounBeginner
general

The number eight times; used to indicate a quantity or frequency of eight occurrences.

我已经练习了八次这个动作。

I have practiced this movement eight times.

这部电影我已经看了八次。

I have watched this movie eight times.

💡

This is a straightforward numerical expression indicating the quantity or frequency of eight occurrences.

Collocations

八次尝试eight attempts八次机会eight chances

Synonyms

Related Phrases

八次机会phrase
eight chances
八次尝试phrase
eight attempts

💡Pro Tip

Numerical Classifiers

In Chinese, numerical classifiers like '次' are used to specify the frequency or quantity of actions or events. '八次' is a common example of this structure.

Gold Rule

Consistency in Counting

When using numerical classifiers in Chinese, ensure that the classifier matches the type of noun being quantified. '次' is used for actions or occurrences, not physical objects.

📖Word Origin

Composed of the numeral '八' (bā, eight) and the classifier '次' (cì, time or occurrence).

📝Usage Notes

This phrase is used to quantify actions, events, or occurrences that have happened eight times. It is a common way to express frequency in Chinese.

Word Breakdown

eight
numeral
+
time or occurrence
classifier
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