Welcome to learning daily Chinese phrases! Today we'll start with the most important greeting: 你好, pronounced 'Nǐ hǎo', which means 'Hello'. This is the foundation of Chinese conversation and the first phrase every learner should master.
Now let's learn three essential polite expressions. First, 谢谢 'Xièxie' means 'Thank you'. Second, 不客气 'Bù kèqi' means 'You're welcome'. Third, 对不起 'Duìbuqǐ' means 'Sorry'. These phrases show respect and politeness in Chinese culture.
When shopping in China, these phrases are essential. 多少钱 'Duōshao qián' means 'How much?'. 我想要这个 'Wǒ xiǎng yào zhège' means 'I want this'. 太贵了 'Tài guì le' means 'Too expensive'. 便宜一点 'Piányí yīdiǎn' means 'A little cheaper'. These will help you navigate markets and stores.
When you need help, these phrases are crucial. 请问 'Qǐngwèn' means 'Excuse me' to get attention politely. 你能帮我吗 'Nǐ néng bāng wǒ ma' means 'Can you help me?'. 我不懂 'Wǒ bù dǒng' means 'I don't understand'. 请说慢一点 'Qǐng shuō màn yīdiǎn' means 'Please speak slowly'. These will help you communicate when learning.
Congratulations! You've learned essential Chinese daily phrases. Practice greetings like 你好, polite expressions like 谢谢 and 对不起, shopping phrases like 多少钱, and help requests like 请问. Remember, consistent practice is key to mastering these phrases. 加油 - Keep going! Use these phrases in real conversations to build your confidence.