Mandarin Chinese for Kids

How to Say "Please" in Mandarin Chinese

A magic word in every language. Adding 'please' shows respect and good manners.

In Mandarin Chinese (中文)

请 (Qǐng)

Pronounced: ching

How to use this phrase

  • Greet a friend: Try saying "请 (Qǐng)" the next time you meet someone who speaks Mandarin Chinese.
  • Practice with family: Use it during dinner or while watching a Mandarin Chinese cartoon together.
  • Be respectful: Speaking even a few words in someone's language shows you care about their culture.
  • Have fun: Don't worry about being perfect — every native speaker started where you are now.

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