How to Say ‘Come on! / You can do it!’ in Simplified Chinese
加油！
jiā yóu
[jyah-yoh]
💬 Usage Tip: 加油 literally means "add fuel".
🇨🇳 In China: People shout it at sports games, and also say it to someone facing an exam or a tough job.
Phrase Breakdown
加油
jiā yóu
[jyah-yoh]
come on; let's go; keep it up
A common cheer to encourage a team or person.
比赛最后几分钟，大家都在喊加油。
In the last few minutes of the match, everyone is shouting 'Come on!'
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