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How to Say ‘So sweet; very flattering’ in Traditional Chinese

這麼甜

zhè me tián

[juh muh tyen]

💬 Usage Tip: [這麼 + adjective] means "so / this ..." in the sense of degree: [這麼甜], [這麼忙], [這麼會說話]. It's a very reusable teasing pattern.

Phrase Breakdown

這麼

zhè me

[juh muh]

so / this much

Used to emphasize degree, like 'so' or 'this much.' Great for playful compliments or teasing.

Example

你今天怎麼這麼甜,害我有點招架不住。

How are you this sweet today? You're making it hard for me to handle.

tián

[tyen]

sweet

Literally means sweet in taste, but also describes sweet words or charming behavior.

Example

你講話這麼甜,我很難不多看你一眼。

You talk so sweetly, it's hard for me not to look at you again.

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