How to Say ‘Nice to meet you.’ in Simplified Chinese
很高兴认识您。
💬 Usage Tip: A polite way to acknowledge a new acquaintance.
🇨🇳 In China: A staple expression in networking, building rapport quickly.
Word-by-Word Breakdown
很
[hěn]
very
Used to emphasize the degree of something.
他很聪明。
He is very smart.
高兴
[gāo xìng]
happy
Expresses joy or pleasure.
我很高兴看到你。
I am happy to see you.
认识
[rèn shí]
know
To have met or become familiar with someone.
请多多指教，我们刚认识。
Please advise me, we just met.
您
[nín]
you
A polite way to say 'you' in Chinese.
认识您是我的荣幸。
It is my pleasure to know you.
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