How to Say ‘Shut up’ in Simplified Chinese
闭嘴
bì zuǐ
[bìzuǐ]
💬 Usage Tip: 闭嘴 is literally close + mouth, a very common Chinese pattern where two short words make a blunt command. You can spot the same compact style in insults and orders like 滚开.
🇨🇳 In China: 闭嘴 is harsh and openly confrontational. Adults do say it, but using it with strangers or anyone above you can escalate things fast.
Phrase Breakdown
闭嘴
bì zuǐ
[bìzuǐ]
shut up
A rude command telling someone to stop talking; literally 'close mouth'.
你闭嘴吧!
Just shut up!
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