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How to Say ‘Say it like this; say this way’ in Traditional Chinese

這樣說

zhè yàng shuō

[juh yang shwaw]

💬 Usage Tip: [這樣] before a verb means "like this / this way": [這樣說], [這樣想], [這樣看]. It's a very common shortcut for referring back to the current situation or wording.

Phrase Breakdown

這樣

zhè yàng

[juh yang]

like this / this way

Refers to a manner or way of doing or saying something. Often used in teasing comments about how someone speaks.

Example

你每次都這樣說,難怪大家會心動。

You always say things like this—no wonder people fall for it.

shuō

[shwaw]

to say / to speak

A common verb for speaking. In flirtation, it often refers to compliments, teasing, or smooth lines.

Example

你這樣說,我很難不當真。

When you say that, it's hard for me not to take it seriously.

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