How to Say ‘A little token of appreciation’ in Traditional Chinese
一點心意
yī diǎn xīn yì
[yīdiǎn xīnyì]
🇹🇼 In Taiwan: Said while handing over a gift, usually fruit or a gift box, when visiting family in Taiwan. It deliberately plays the gift down, and the host is expected to protest a little before accepting.
Phrase Breakdown
一點
yī diǎn
[yīdiǎn]
a little
A small amount or degree.
請慢一點。
Please slow down a little.
心意
xīn yì
[xīnyì]
kind thought; token of appreciation
One's feelings or intention, often used humbly when giving a gift.
這是我的心意，請收下。
This is a token of my appreciation, please accept it.
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