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[2024-09-05] Unlock the Secrets of Chinese: Proverbs & More!

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Ever wondered how to say 'friends for life' in Chinese? In this newsletter, we'll explore the beautiful proverb '朋友一生一起走' and teach you essential words like '网站' (website), '老板' (boss), '顾客' (customer), '关键' (key/crucial), and '毛巾' (towel). Let's dive in!

网站

wǎngzhàn

The Chinese word for 'web' is '网站' which is mainly used to describe things related to the internet or network. It can be used on its own or in conjunction with other words to refer to a specific type of website or web page.

Here's how to use it:

  • 我不能访问这个网站。
    wǒ bù néng fǎng wèn zhè gè wǎng zhàn.
  • 我喜欢这个网站的设计。
    wǒ xǐ huān zhè gè wǎng zhàn de shè jì.
  • 网站正在维护中。
    wǎng zhàn zhèng zài wéi hù zhōng.

老板

lǎo bǎn

In Chinese, the word '老板' is used to refer to a boss or someone who is in charge, particularly in a business setting. It is used similarly to how 'boss' is used in English, whether to denote a superior at work, or more colloquially, to refer to someone who has authority or control.

Here's how to use it:

  • 老板在哪里?
    lǎobǎn zài nǎlǐ?
  • 老板,来两瓶啤酒.
    lǎobǎn, lái liǎng píng píjiǔ.
  • 老板,服务员在哪儿?
    lǎobǎn, fúwùyuán zài nǎ'er?

顾客

gù kè

The Chinese word for customer, '顾客', is often used in the context of a person or entity that purchases goods or services from a business. It is a common term used in commerce and business settings.

Here's how to use it:

  • 顾客是上帝。
    gù kè shì shàng dì
  • 顾客的需求是我们的责任。
    gù kè de xū qiú shì wǒ men de zé rèn
  • 顾客的意见对我们有很大的帮助。
    gù kè de yì jiàn duì wǒ men yǒu hěn dà de bāng zhù

关键

guānjiàn

In Chinese, '关键' (guānjiàn) means critical or key. It can be used in many contexts similarly to the English word, from '关键问题' (key issue), '关键时刻' (critical moment), to '关键人物' (key person); it denotes something of most importance or the pivotal factor in a situation.

Here's how to use it:

  • 关键的时刻即将到来。
    guānjiàn de shíkè jíjiāng dàolái.
  • 关键在于我们的态度。
    guānjiàn zàiyú wǒmen de tàidu.
  • 我们的产品的关键优势是它的便利性。
    wǒmen de chǎnpǐn de guānjiàn yōushì shì tā de biànlì xìng.

毛巾

máo jīn

The Chinese word for 'towel' is '毛巾' (máojīn). This term includes any type of towel, whether it's for bath, face or kitchen. It is commonly used in daily life.

Here's how to use it:

  • 这个毛巾是你的吗?
    Zhège máojīn shì nǐ de ma?
  • 毛巾在哪里?
    Máojīn zài nǎlǐ?
  • 你需要一条新的毛巾吗?
    Nǐ xūyào yītiáo xīn de máojīn ma?
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朋友一生一起走

Péngyǒu yīshēng yīqǐ zǒu

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Mike from LangBites

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