How to Say ‘What book’ in Simplified Chinese
什么书
💬 Usage Tip: Combines [什么] with [书] to inquire about types or titles.
🇨🇳 In China: Books are crucial in Chinese history and education; this phrase shows interest in learning.
Word-by-Word Breakdown
什么
[shén me]
what book
Used to ask about a specific book or type of book.
你在读什么书？
What book are you reading?
书
[shū]
book
A set of written, printed, or blank pages fastened together along one side.
这是一本好书。
This is a good book.
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