How to Say ‘This is a small token of my appreciation’ in Traditional Chinese
這是一點小心意
zhè shì yī diǎn xiǎo xīn yì
[zhè shì ee-dyan syow xīnyì]
💬 Usage Tip: 心意 means "heartfelt intention". Putting 小 in front makes it modest, so you're stressing the thought behind the gift, not its value.
Phrase Breakdown
這是一點
zhè shì yī diǎn
This is a little
這是 means 'this is' and 一點 means 'a little'. 一 changes to yì before third-tone 點.
這是一點水果。
This is a little fruit.
Words in this phrase
這
zhè
[zhè]
this
Indicates a specific object mentioned or nearby.
殘劍的這張字表達了他的思想。
Broken Sword's piece of calligraphy expresses his thoughts.
是
shì
[shì]
is
Used to confirm facts or existence.
他寫的是一本關於劍法的書。
He is writing a book about swordsmanship.
一點
yī diǎn
[ee-dyan]
a little; a bit
Used to describe a small amount of a taste or aroma.
這支咖啡帶一點果酸。
This coffee has a little fruity acidity.
小心意
xiǎo xīn yì
small token of appreciation
心意 means 'kind thoughts' or 'regards'. 小心意 is a humble way to describe a gift.
一點小心意，不成敬意。
Just a small token, nothing much.
Words in this phrase
小
xiǎo
[syow]
small; little
Describes something as small in size or amount. In restaurant situations, it can describe a small cake or small item prepared for a celebration.
餐廳可以為生日客人準備一個小蛋糕。
The restaurant can prepare a small cake for a birthday guest.
心意
xīn yì
[xīnyì]
token of appreciation; kind thought
The feeling or goodwill behind a gift; used modestly when giving something.
這只是我的心意。
This is just a token of my appreciation.
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