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    Expressing 'regular' or 'periodic' with 定期 (dìngqī)

    Frequency & Habit
    Time Expressions

    Structure

    定期 + Verb / 定期 + 的 + Noun

    Explanation

    The adjective/adverb 定期 (dìngqī) means 'regular,' 'periodic,' or 'at fixed intervals.' It is placed before a noun to modify it or before a verb to indicate that an action occurs on a scheduled, recurring basis. It implies consistency and planning.

    Examples

    • 我们应该定期检查身体，预防疾病。

      wǒmen yīnggāi dìngqī jiǎnchá shēntǐ, yùfáng jíbìng.

      We should have regular physical checkups to prevent diseases.

    • 他定期给远方的父母打电话。

      tā dìngqī gěi yuǎnfāng de fùmǔ dǎ diànhuà.

      He regularly calls his parents who live far away.

    • 公司定期举办员工培训活动。

      gōngsī dìngqī jǔbàn yuángōng péixùn huódòng.

      The company regularly holds employee training activities.

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