Navigating social media and digital communication in Chinese requires a grasp of specific phrases and vocabulary. This article will guide you through several essential Chinese phrases and words useful for engaging on social media platforms or during digital communication.
你好 (Nǐ hǎo) – Hello
你好，很高兴见到你。
This is the most basic greeting in Chinese, suitable for all social media and communication settings.
谢谢 (Xièxiè) – Thank you
谢谢你的帮助！
Express gratitude with this phrase, which is polite and appreciated in any conversation.
对不起 (Duìbuqǐ) – Sorry
对不起，我迟到了。
Use this phrase to apologize, an essential part of maintaining harmony in communication.
可以 (Kěyǐ) – Can, may
我可以加你的微信吗？
This word is very handy to ask for permission or possibilities in a conversation.
朋友 (Péngyǒu) – Friend
他是我的好朋友。
A must-know noun when discussing social relationships or addressing contacts.
怎么样 (Zěnmeyàng) – How about?
这个周末怎么样？
This phrase is used to make suggestions or inquire about opinions, useful in planning events or meetups through social media.
太好了 (Tài hǎo le) – That’s great
你来了，太好了！
Express enthusiasm or happiness about a piece of news or a decision.
没问题 (Méi wèntí) – No problem
没问题，我可以帮你。
Reassure others that everything is fine or that you can handle a request or offer assistance.
再见 (Zàijiàn) – Goodbye
明天见，再见！
A polite way to end any conversation, whether it’s a chat message or a video call.
我喜欢你 (Wǒ xǐhuān nǐ) – I like you
我喜欢你的照片。
This phrase can be used in a friendly way to express appreciation for someone’s post or pictures on social media.
真的吗？(Zhēn de ma?) – Really?
你已经完成了那个项目了，真的吗？
Use this to express surprise or to confirm information that seems unbelievable.
加油 (Jiāyóu) – Go for it, cheer up
考试加油！
A motivational phrase to encourage someone, whether they are facing exams, interviews, or any challenging tasks.
随便 (Suíbiàn) – Whatever, casual
我们吃什么？随便。
Use this when making casual decisions or to express a carefree attitude about choices.
无聊 (Wúliáo) – Boring
这个电影真无聊。
Describe your feelings about a less-than-stimulating post, event, or topic in conversation.
哈哈 (Hā hā) – Haha (laughter)
你的笑话太好笑了，哈哈！
Mimic laughter in text form, similar to how “haha” is used in English to indicate something is funny.
拜拜 (Bāibāi) – Bye-bye
我要去上课了，拜拜！
A casual way to say goodbye, often used in digital communications like chats.
赞 (Zàn) – Awesome, to like
我赞同你的想法。
Use this both as a verb and a noun to show agreement or approval, very common on social media for liking posts.
转发 (Zhuǎnfā) – To repost/forward
我要转发这条微博。
This is how you indicate that you are sharing someone else’s post on platforms like Weibo or WeChat.
评论 (Pínglùn) – Comment
我在你的照片下面留了一个评论。
Engage with posts by leaving thoughts, opinions, or feedback using this word.
Each of these phrases and words can enhance your ability to communicate effectively on social media in Chinese. Practice using them in appropriate contexts to improve your digital literacy and interpersonal relationships within Chinese-speaking communities.
