How to Say ‘Please wait a moment’ in Simplified Chinese
请稍等
💬 Usage Tip: Pronounced as (cheeng shao dung). 'Please' is a polite request.
🇨🇳 In China: Patience is a virtue emphasized in Chinese service culture.
Word-by-Word Breakdown
请
[qǐng]
please
Used to politely ask for something.
请稍等，我去看看。
Please wait a moment, I will take a look.
稍
[shāo]
a little
Referring to a short amount of time.
请稍等，我帮您确认预订。
Please wait a moment, I'll confirm your reservation.
等
[děng]
wait
To remain inactive until something expected happens.
请稍等，尽快帮您处理。
Please wait, I'll handle it as soon as possible.
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