Learn Mandarin Chinese Everyday Conversation and Phrases

Question 1

How do you say 'Thank you' in Mandarin?

Accepted Answer

Xièxiè

Answer

'Xièxiè' (谢谢) is the standard way to say thank you in Mandarin Chinese.

Question 2

What does 'Duìbuqǐ (对不起)' mean?

Accepted Answer

I'm sorry / I apologize

Answer

'Duìbuqǐ' (对不起) means 'I'm sorry' and is used to apologize for a mistake or offense.

Question 3

What is the appropriate response to 'Xièxiè' (Thank you)?

Accepted Answer

Bù kèqì

Answer

'Bù kèqì' (不客气) means 'you're welcome' or 'don't be polite,' the standard response to thanks.

Question 4

How do you say 'I don't understand' in Mandarin?

Accepted Answer

Wǒ tīng bù dǒng

Answer

'Wǒ tīng bù dǒng' (我听不懂) means 'I don't understand what I heard,' a common phrase for learners.

Question 5

How do you ask 'Where is the bathroom?' in Mandarin?

Accepted Answer

Wèishēngjiān zài nǎlǐ?

Answer

'Wèishēngjiān zài nǎlǐ?' (卫生间在哪里?) means 'Where is the bathroom?'

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