How to Say ‘Window seat’ in Traditional Chinese
靠窗的位置
kào chuāng de wèi zhì
[kow chwahng duh way-jrr]
💬 Usage Tip: Put a descriptive phrase before [位置] to ask for a certain kind of seat or spot: [靠窗的位置], [安靜一點的位置]. This is a useful restaurant pattern you can reuse directly.
Phrase Breakdown
靠窗
kào chuāng
by the window
Describes a seat or place near a window.
我想坐靠窗的座位。
I’d like to sit in a seat by the window.
Words in this phrase
靠
kào
[kow]
next to; close to
Used to say something is near or beside something else, such as a table by the window.
我們想訂靠窗的位置，慶祝週年紀念。
We’d like to reserve a window-side seat to celebrate our anniversary.
窗
chuāng
[chwahng]
window
Refers to a window; often used when requesting seating by the window in a restaurant.
如果可以的話，我們想坐靠窗的位置。
If possible, we’d like to sit at a window-side seat.
的位置
de wèi zhì
the place/seat of
Combines 的 with 位置 to describe a specific location or seat.
靠窗的位置很舒服。
The place by the window is very comfortable.
Words in this phrase
的
de
[duh]
of; ’s; linking particle
A very common particle used to link descriptions to nouns, like in 'window-side seat.'
我們想要靠窗的位置，比較有氣氛。
We want a window-side seat; it has a better atmosphere.
位置
wèi zhì
[way-jrr]
seat; position; spot
In restaurant context, this means a seat or table location.
今天生日，我想訂靠窗的位置。
It’s my birthday today, and I want to reserve a window-side seat.
Get the Full Learning Experience
This lesson is just a preview. Download PrettyFluent to practice pronunciation, roleplay conversations, and master vocabulary with spaced repetition.
Pronunciation Feedback
AI-powered speech recognition to perfect your accent
Spaced Repetition
Retain vocabulary long-term with smart practice
Immersive Roleplaying
Practice real conversations with AI partners
Custom Scenarios
Request lessons tailored to your specific needs
Get Full LessonWhat Learners Are Saying
“Spent three months in Taiwan and this app was my lifeline. The tonal practice with real scenarios helped me sound less like a textbook and more like a person.”
Laura H., 28, Photographer
“Shanghai business dinners require real Mandarin skills. This app’s scenario-based approach meant I could keep up with clients after just a month of practice.”
Ryan M., 36, Consultant
“I hop cities every few months and this is the only app that actually prepares me for living somewhere, not just visiting. Tokyo was the real test — passed with flying colors.”
James O., 28, Remote Worker