Top 50 phrases to get by China: Essential communication

💬 Pronounced like 'knee-how', it's a friendly way to greet someone.

🇨🇳 Use this anytime you meet someone. It's a universal greeting in China.

💬 Sounds like 'shieh-shieh'. Notice the rising and falling tones.

🇨🇳 Expressing gratitude is appreciated, just like in many cultures.

💬 It's pronounced 'boo-ke-chi'. The negative [不] has a light tone.

🇨🇳 A humble way to say 'you're welcome', often after [谢谢].

💬 Pronounced 'dway-boo-chee', it's an apology or to express regret.

🇨🇳 Use when you've made a mistake or need to pass through a crowded space.

💬 Sounds like 'dzye-jyen'. Literally means 'again see', perfect for departures.

🇨🇳 Used when parting, often with a hope to meet again.

💬 Pronounced 'shir'. A straightforward affirmation.

🇨🇳 Useful in simple yes/no questions and responses.

💬 Pronounced 'boo-shir'. Notice the negation [不].

🇨🇳 Commonly used to negate or disagree politely.

💬 Pronounced 'ching'. Use it to politely ask for something.

🇨🇳 Adding [请] before a request is considered polite.

💬 Pronounced 'woh-boo-ming-bai', handy in confusing situations.

🇨🇳 A polite phrase to express confusion and invite clarification.