How to Say ‘Work is important.’ in Simplified Chinese
工作要紧。
gōng zuò yào jǐn
[gong-dzwaw yàojǐn]
🇨🇳 In China: In-laws often say this to let you off the hook. Treat it as an opening to show that you'll still try to come.
Phrase Breakdown
工作
gōng zuò
[gong-dzwaw]
work; job
Refers to employment, tasks, or professional activities.
我很喜欢现在的工作。
I like my current job very much.
要紧
yào jǐn
[yàojǐn]
important; urgent
Describes something that matters and needs attention.
身体要紧，别太累。
Your health matters, don't overwork.
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