Chinese
jiànjiàn
Meaning: gradually; little by little
Part of Speech: Adverb

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Example sentences

隨着冬天的到來,天氣漸漸變冷了。
随着冬天的到来,天气渐渐变冷了。
With the arrival of winter, the weather is gradually getting colder.
晚會結束後,人群漸漸散去。
After the party ended, the crowd gradually dispersed.
他的身影漸漸消失在人群中。
His figure gradually disappeared into the crowd.
她的身影漸漸消失在黑暗中。
Her figure gradually disappeared into the darkness.
演唱會結束後,歌迷們漸漸解散了。
After the concert ended, the fans gradually dispersed.

Usage Notes

Expresses a slow and steady change over a period of time.

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