Mandarin Chinese phrases
Practical phrases with pinyin for travel, dining out, business, and everyday conversation from day one.
What you will find here
These guides collect expressions you can use immediately. Each page includes context, pinyin, and tips for pronunciation and retention.
50 basic Mandarin phrases to get started
Essential Chinese phrases with pinyin: greetings, introductions, everyday questions, and useful answers from HSK 1.
Chinese phrases for travel in China
Useful phrases for airport, hotel, transport, restaurants, and emergencies in China.
Chinese phrases for ordering food at a restaurant
How to order food, drinks, and the bill in Chinese. Phrases with pinyin for restaurants in China.
Chinese phrases for meetings and business
Professional Mandarin for presentations, meetings, emails, and working with Chinese clients.
Greetings and farewells in Chinese: complete guide
How to greet and say goodbye in Mandarin by formality, time of day, and social context.