又 vs 再 Explained + Why Chinese People Always Say “Just One More Episode” | HSK 3

In today’s episode, we break down one of the most confusing but most common grammar points for HSK3 learners: 又 (yòu) vs 再 (zài). Both are translated as “again” in English, but in Mandarin they are used very differently depending on time.

You’ll learn how to talk naturally about actions that happened again in the past, and actions you plan or expect to do again in the future. This distinction is essential for sounding clear and natural in everyday Chinese.

But that’s not all
We also dive into a very real part of modern Chinese life: the “再看一集” (“just one more episode”) culture. From long TV dramas to short videos and mini-dramas, we explore why people always say they’ll stop watching… and then end up watching more. If you’ve ever said “just one more”, this episode will feel very familiar

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
✅ The difference between 又 (past repetition) and 再 (future repetition)
✅ How to choose the right word based on time and context
✅ Common mistakes learners make with 又 and 再
✅ Real-life examples you can use immediately
✅ Cultural insight into binge-watching habits in China

Cultural Note:
In China, phrases like 再看一集 (“watch one more episode”) or 再刷一下 (“scroll a bit more”) are everywhere. With short video apps and mini-dramas, stopping is often harder than starting.

Question for You:
How would you say in Chinese: “I want to watch it one more time”?
Write your answer in the comments and we’ll check it.

Mini Challenge:
Create your own sentence using 又 or 再. For example:
他昨天又迟到了。
(He was late again yesterday.)

我们下次再见。
(We’ll meet again next time.)

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