How to Say ‘That sounds’ in Simplified Chinese
那个听起来
💬 Usage Tip: Used to express perception or opinion about something described.
🇨🇳 In China: Acknowledging someone’s input is seen as polite and engaged listening.
Word-by-Word Breakdown
那
[nà]
that
Refers to something further away in place or time.
那个看起来很特别。
That looks very special.
个
[gè]
measure word
A measure word for general items in Chinese.
一个苹果
One apple
听起来
[tīng qǐ lái]
sounds like
Used to express how something appears to the ears.
这个音乐听起来不错。
This music sounds good.
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