How to Say ‘Don't overwork.’ in Simplified Chinese
别太累。
bié tài lèi
[byeh tie lay]
💬 Usage Tip: [别 + adjective/verb] is a very common way to say "don't...": [别太累] "don't get too tired," [别担心] "don't worry." [太] adds "too," so [别太累] is softer than just [别累].
🇨🇳 In China: This is a very typical caring thing for parents or in-laws to say when you leave or after hearing you're busy. It usually doesn't call for explanation—just acknowledge it warmly.
Phrase Breakdown
别
bié
[byeh]
don't
Used before a verb or adjective to tell someone not to do something.
别太累，早点休息吧。
Don't get too tired; rest early.
太
tài
[tie]
too; excessively
Shows that something goes beyond a suitable or normal degree.
别太累，工作慢一点也没关系。
Don't get too tired; it's okay to work a bit more slowly.
累
lèi
[lay]
tired
Describes physical or mental fatigue from work, stress, or lack of rest.
别太累，这几天多睡一点。
Don't be too tired; sleep more these next few days.
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