How to Say ‘Have a look’ in Simplified Chinese
您看看
nín kàn kàn
[neen kahn-kahn]
💬 Usage Tip: Doubling a verb softens it into a casual "just...": 看看 "take a look", 等等 "wait a sec". The second syllable is said lightly, with no tone: (kàn kan).
Phrase Breakdown
您
nín
[neen]
you (polite)
A respectful form of “you,” used when speaking politely to someone, such as a recruiter or company representative.
很高兴认识您，希望向您多学习。
It’s a pleasure to meet you; I hope to learn more from you.
看看
kàn kàn
[kahn-kahn]
have a look; take a look
A casual reduplicated verb meaning to look briefly or check something.
你可以先看看这个文件。
You can first take a look at this document.
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