常常 (chángcháng)vs往往 (wǎngwǎng)
Both mean "often", but one is general frequency and the other is a discovered pattern.
常常 (chángcháng)
Simple frequency. Can be used for past, present, or future.
往往 (wǎngwǎng)
A tendency or pattern under certain conditions. Cannot be used for the future.
| Feature | 常常 (chángcháng) | 往往 (wǎngwǎng) |
|---|---|---|
| Meaning | Frequently | Usually / Tends to |
| Future Tense | ✅ Yes | ❌ No |
translateCompare Examples
✅
我明天常常去跑步。
Wǒ míngtiān chángcháng qù pǎobù.
I will often go running tomorrow.
Future frequency.
✅
周末我往往在家。
Zhōumò wǒ wǎngwǎng zài jiā.
On weekends, I tend to be at home.
A discovered pattern under a condition.