There are so many ways to say thank you in Chinese! Not only can you consider all the verbal phrases used in order to say thank you, but considering that we are talking about Chinese culture, you might want to take a look at the value of actions in being grateful.
Action speaks volumes (compared with words) in China! How to Say Thank You in Chinese To say "thanks" you can simply use the Chinese character "Xie" (said with the falling fourth tone, which is said much like a sigh of relief).
Thanks is generally said "Xie xie" as you'll find that repeating something in the Chinese language is the way to show emphasis.
But, of course, it is possible, although rare, to hear the character said only once.
If you would like to say a full "thank you" in Chinese, then first consider whom you are addressing.
If you are speaking with a peer or even someone younger than you, then the "you" that you will use will be the commonly used character of "Ni" said with a falling and rising third tone.
So, the entire phrase would then be "Xie xie ni.
" If instead, you find that you will be saying thank you to someone who is older, more respected, or someone to whom you wish to show respect or politeness, then by all means, select the more polite form of you, which is "Nin.
" (This character is said with a rising second tone, much like the sound made when you are saying, "Huh?").
Then, putting it all together, you would have the phrase, "Xie xie nin.
" How to Say Thank You Very Much Of course, there are a variety of ways to also express "thank you very much.
" In different parts of the country, you'll find one phrase used more than the others, but all of them are viable options when you want to express your thankfulness to a greater degree.
You will find, however, that these phrases for thank you very much are not used as commonly as in English, perhaps due to the fact that if one is exceptionally grateful, it is wise to show that gratefulness with action.
Still, one way to say thank you very much is "Duo xie.
" While the first character "duo" is said with the level, first tone, the second character "xie" is still said with the falling fourth tone.
"Duo" literally means much, many, or a lot, so literally translated, "Many thanks.
" A second option for thank you very much is a bit longer, but is said as, "Fei chang gan xie.
" "Fei chang" are the characters that mean extremely or very much (said first with the level, first tone and then with the rising second tone for "chang").
"Gan xie" is said with the falling and rising third tone, while "xie" is still said with the falling fourth tone.
"Gan xie" is both the verb "to be grateful, thankful" as well as the noun "gratefulness or thankfulness.
" Other Options for Saying Thank You in Chinese Additional options for saying thank you in Chinese that are as (if not more) powerful include several methods for taking action that are appropriate for Chinese culture.
Although we have been trained that giving gifts is a great way to demonstrate thankfulness, let's explore some other options as well.
To give help or assistance to another person is a far more potent way of showing thanks.
What actions are acceptable to take? You might find the answers to be quite common, or extraordinary, but tasks of assistance are probably the best way.
This may range from introducing someone to another who can meet a need, going out of your way to prepare a meal for them, or repairing an item (now or in the future) that needs it.
Purchasing gifts is also another option, but not always as highly valued.
This may mean buying lunch or dinner for the person you wish to thank, purchasing some type of special food or wine that is rather expensive, or a package of one of their favorite items, such as tea, cigarettes, or even a snack.
The key here is to buy a gift that will be useful to the recipient, so that you can properly say thank you in Chinese!