How to Say ‘Thank you!’ in Simplified Chinese
谢谢！
xiè xiè
[shyeh-shyeh]
🇨🇳 In China: [谢谢！] is always useful, but with close family during New Year it can sometimes sound a bit more formal than just smiling and accepting food or a gift. With people outside the immediate family, though, it's completely natural.
Phrase Breakdown
谢谢
xiè xiè
[shyeh-shyeh]
thank you
A standard way to express thanks. Often used after receiving greetings, gifts, or red envelopes.
收到红包我说：谢谢！
After receiving a red envelope, I said: Thank you!
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