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How to Say ‘How many people’ in Simplified Chinese

多少人

💬 Usage Tip: Essential query for reservations.

🇨🇳 In China: Important for arranging seating.

Word-by-Word Breakdown

多少

[duō shǎo]

how many

Used to ask about quantity or number.

Example

今天的聚会有多少人参加?

How many people are attending the party today?

[rén]

people

Refers to multiple individuals.

Example

餐厅里要接待多少人?

How many people will the restaurant accommodate?

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