How to Say ‘Scan this code’ in Simplified Chinese
扫这个码
sǎo zhè gè mǎ
[sow juh guh mǎ]
💬 Usage Tip: 扫码 "scan code" is one action that can be split to fit "this" in the middle: 扫这个码. Chinese does this with a number of two-part actions.
Phrase Breakdown
扫
sǎo
[sow]
to scan
Often used for scanning a QR code in shops or apps.
请扫这个二维码。
Please scan this QR code.
这
zhè
[juh]
this
A demonstrative meaning “this,” used to point to something near the speaker.
这个活动来了很多公司代表。
Many company representatives came to this event.
个
gè
[guh]
general measure word
A very common classifier used with many nouns, as in 'this one' or 'this goal.'
这个办法可以帮助控糖。
This method can help control blood sugar.
码
mǎ
[mǎ]
code (QR code)
A code, usually a QR code used for payment in China.
请扫我的码。
Please scan my code.
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