jì​shì

since

jì​shì since

  1. conjunction
    since
    Used in the first clause of a sentence to state a fact as a premise for a conclusion, often followed by jiù or 那么 nà​me
  2. to be
    to be; to correspond to; connects a subject to its identification, characterization, or identity

jì​shì is both

  1. conjunction
    [both... and...]
    Used in coordinated patterns with yòu or to indicate that two qualities or actions exist simultaneously
  2. to be
    to be; to correspond to; connects a subject to its identification, characterization, or identity

jì​shì is already

  1. adverb
    already
    (bound form) already; having occurred or finished; indicates a state that is established or completed
  2. to be
    to be; to correspond to; connects a subject to its identification, characterization, or identity