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Translation
谢谢
Romanization
Xiexie
Pronunciation
shyeh-shyeh
When to use it
Use this in everyday conversation. These phrases are generally safe for work, travel, and casual interactions. In Chinese, tone and relationship matter; when unsure, choose a polite version or soften your delivery.
Example
谢谢 — a natural sentence for ordinary conversation for "thank you".
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FAQ
You say "谢谢" in Chinese. The romanized form is "Xiexie", and a simple pronunciation cue is "shyeh-shyeh".
This entry is marked as safe. The usage note explains when the phrase is appropriate and when you should soften it.
Use "shyeh-shyeh" as a learner-friendly pronunciation cue. The romanization is "Xiexie".
Use this in everyday conversation. These phrases are generally safe for work, travel, and casual interactions. In Chinese, tone and relationship matter; when unsure, choose a polite version or soften your delivery.