How to Say ‘Thank you’ in Traditional Chinese
謝謝您
💬 Usage Tip: The phrase [謝謝您] is a formal way to express gratitude. It’s pronounced 'shay-shay neen'.
🇹🇼 In Taiwan: Saying thank you is important in Taiwan; politeness is a core part of the culture. Adding [您] makes it more respectful.
Word-by-Word Breakdown
謝謝
[xiè xiè]
thank you
Expression of gratitude.
謝謝您幫我點咖啡。
Thank you for ordering coffee for me.
您
[nín]
you (formal)
Formal term for addressing someone respectfully.
您要喝咖啡嗎？
Would you like to drink coffee?
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