How to Say ‘Sorry to trouble you; please’ in Traditional Chinese
麻煩
má fán
[ma-fan]
🇹🇼 In Taiwan: In Taiwan, [麻煩] is a very common softener before a request, especially with service staff. It doesn't sound dramatic; it just makes your ask more polite and considerate.
Phrase Breakdown
麻煩
má fán
[ma-fan]
please; may I trouble you to
A polite way to ask someone for help or a favor, very common in service situations.
麻煩幫我們準備一個安靜一點的位置。
Please help us prepare a slightly quieter seat.
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