Basic greetings: Common greetings

💬 Pronounced like (nee how).

🇨🇳 Used at any time of day, this versatile greeting reflects the importance of politeness in Chinese culture.

💬 Pronounced (nee how ma), it's a friendly way to check in with someone.

🇨🇳 Typically followed by the responder saying [我很好], 'I'm well'.

💬 Pronounced (dzai jian).

🇨🇳 Literally means 'see you again', indicating a hope for future meetings.

💬 Used frequently in introductions.

🇨🇳 In China, family names (last names) are usually stated before given names (first names).

💬 Pronounced (nee jiao shen me ming zi).

🇨🇳 A straightforward way to ask someone their name, showing interest in making new friends.

💬 Fill in the blank with your own name.

🇨🇳 Introductions in China might also include one's work or family background as these are important aspects of identity.

💬 Pronounced (hen gao xing ren shi ni).

🇨🇳 Expresses pleasure in meeting someone, reflecting positive social etiquette.

💬 Literally 'morning good', pronounced (zhao shang hao).

🇨🇳 Used until about 10 AM, a polite start to the day.

💬 Pronounced (xia wu hao), used after midday.

🇨🇳 Less commonly used compared to 'good morning' or 'good evening'.