How to Say ‘Really?’ in Traditional Chinese
真的嗎？
zhēn de ma
[jen duh ma]
🇹🇼 In Taiwan: [真的嗎？] is very common as a light reaction in conversation. With the right tone it shows interest and warmth, but said too flatly it can sound doubtful.
Phrase Breakdown
真的
zhēn de
[jen duh]
really; true
Used to show surprise or to ask whether something is true.
真的嗎？我還不知道。
Really? I didn't know yet.
嗎
ma
[ma]
question particle
Used at the end of a sentence to ask if something is true.
真的嗎？你弟弟換工作了？
Really? Your younger brother changed jobs?
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