How to Say ‘Excuse me’ in Simplified Chinese
请问
qǐng wèn
[ching wun]
💬 Usage Tip: Literally "please ask", 请问 (qǐng wèn) is only used right before a question, so follow it straight away with what you want to know: 请问，饭馆怎么走？
🇨🇳 In China: This is the standard polite opener for stopping a stranger on the street in China. It works with anyone, from shopkeepers to police officers.
Phrase Breakdown
请问
qǐng wèn
[ching wun]
may I ask; excuse me
A polite phrase used to ask a question or request information.
请问，你们有免费停车吗？
May I ask, do you have free parking?
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