How to Say ‘Of course’ in Simplified Chinese
当然
💬 Usage Tip: Sounds like (dahng ran), often used to affirm.
🇨🇳 In China: Chinese people use this to reinforce agreement or to help others feel assured.
Word-by-Word Breakdown
当然
[dāng rán]
of course
Used to give agreement or confirmation confidently.
当然可以帮你。
Of course, I can help you.
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