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正在
zhèngzài
Description
"正在"放在动词前面，表示一件事现在还在进行中。
"正在" is placed before a verb to indicate that an action is currently ongoing.
比如说"我正在吃饭"，意思是我现在还在吃。
For example, "我正在吃饭" means I am still eating now.
Meanings
正在zhèngzài
in the process of; be doing something now
他正在看电视。
He is watching TV.
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Notes
- Nuance
正在 stresses an action in progress; 在 alone is often enough, 正 adds "right now" focus.
- Etymology
正 (exactly/just) + 在 (be at/ongoing) combine to mark ongoing action.
In videos
“我的女朋友她现在正在化妆化妆”
“她正在看水里的东西”
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