Start a conversation
Hello.
你好。
Sounds roughly like
nee how
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A few words for your day.
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Ordering lunch, finding your way, or sharing a little appreciation. Find a phrase, hear it, and give it a try. You can always show it, too.
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Five phrases to keep close.
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A little thank-you
Thank you.
谢谢。
Sounds roughly like
shyeh-shyeh
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Point to something you'd like
This one, please. Thank you.
这个，谢谢。
Sounds roughly like
juh-guh, shyeh-shyeh
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Point to an item on the menu or something on display.
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I don't understand what you're saying.
我听不懂。
Sounds roughly like
waw ting boo dong
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Ask for a little help
Please help me.
请帮帮我。
Sounds roughly like
ching bahng-bahng waw
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A general request for help. See Travel tips for emergency contacts.
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Greetings · 5 phrases
Start a conversation
Hello.
你好。
Sounds roughly like
nee how
An English sound hint. Listen for the pronunciation.
A little thank-you
Thank you.
谢谢。
Sounds roughly like
shyeh-shyeh
An English sound hint. Listen for the pronunciation.
Get someone's attention politely
Excuse me.
不好意思。
Sounds roughly like
boo how ee suh
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Make a friendly connection
Nice to meet you.
很高兴认识你。
Sounds roughly like
hun gow-shing run-shuh nee
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Until next time
Goodbye.
再见。
Sounds roughly like
dzye jyen
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