Useful Phrases In Mandarin Chinese
English Phrase | Pinyin Spelling | Phonetic pronunciation |
---|---|---|
a taxi | chuzuche | choo zoo cheh |
Bottoms up! Cheers! | Gan bei | Gan bay |
beer | pijiu | peejo |
Coca Cola | kele | kuhluh |
coffee | kafei | kah-fay |
Excellent | Hao jile | how Jee-luh |
Good bye | Zaijian | Zai jee-en |
Hello | Ni hao | Nee how |
I am American | Meiguoren | May gwaw ren |
I am Canadian | Jianadaren | Jee ah nah dah ren |
I am... | Wo shi | Waw Shir |
I can't understand | Wo bu dong | Waw boo dong |
I want… | Wo yao | waw yow |
I'm sorry | Dui buqi | Doo-ay boo chee |
May I ask your name? | Qing wen guixing | Ching-win gway-shing |
My name is… | Wo jiao | waw jeow |
mineral water | kuang quan shuei | kwong chwen shway |
orange juice | juzi shuei | juzi shway |
Thank you | Xiexie | Shay shay |
The food was delicious. | Hen hao chi | Hen how chir |
tea | cha | chah |
Where is the toilet? | Cesuo zai nar | chir zwo zai nar |
You're welcome | Bu keqi | Boo ke chee |
China and Tibet Travel Information
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Learn about the history and culture of China, the must-try food and drink, and what to pack in your suitcase. Read about China's nature and wildlife, weather and geography, along with 'Country Quickfacts' compiled by our travel experts. Our globetrotting tips, as well as our visa and health information will help ensure you're properly prepared for a safe and enjoyable trip. The only way you could possibly learn more is by embarking on your journey and discovering China for yourself. Start exploring… book one of our China tours today!
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