How to Say ‘Welcome’ in Traditional Chinese
歡迎
huān yíng
[hwan-ying]
🇹🇼 In Taiwan: In restaurants, [歡迎] from staff is routine and friendly, more like "welcome" than a personal compliment. You'll hear it when entering, being seated, or sometimes when confirming service.
Phrase Breakdown
歡迎
huān yíng
[hwan-ying]
welcome
A polite service word meaning welcome. Restaurants use it to greet guests warmly.
歡迎您星期六晚上來用餐。
You are welcome to come dine on Saturday evening.
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