How do you say "This is" in Simplified Chinese?

"This is" in Simplified Chinese is "这是". This phrase is commonly used in China.

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How to Say ‘This is’ in Simplified Chinese

Q: What does "这是" mean in English?

"这是" means "This is" in English. Usage tip: [这是] is literally "this is," and it's a very common way to introduce or identify something. The pattern is easy to reuse: [这是给妈的围巾] or [这是给爸的茶叶].

这是

zhè shì

[juh shir]

💬 Usage Tip: [这是] is literally "this is," and it's a very common way to introduce or identify something. The pattern is easy to reuse: [这是给妈的围巾] or [这是给爸的茶叶].

Phrase Breakdown

这

zhè

[juh]

this

这 means 'this,' referring to something near the speaker.

Example

这是我给你们带的茶。

This is the tea I brought for you.

是

shì

[shir]

is; are

是 links a subject and description, like 'is' in English.

Example

这是一点心意。

This is a small token of my feelings.

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