Elaine Sally

In Chinese, the word for ‘want’ is expressed through several different forms depending on the context and dialect, the default being 要.

The English phrase “where you are from” can be translated into Chinese as 你来自哪里.

The English phrase “night night” can be translated into Chinese as 晚安.

The English phrase “please, chopsticks” is expressed in Chinese as 请给我筷子.

The English phrase ‘descend’ is translated into Chinese as 下降. 下降 is used to describe the act of descending or dropping.

The English phrase “time to eat” is translated into Chinese as 吃饭时间.

The English word ‘event’ can be translated into Chinese as 活动 (huódòng). 活动 is a common and general term for an ‘event’ or ‘activity’.

The English phrase “goddess” is translated into Chinese as 女神. 女神 is used to refer to a female deity.

The English phrase “cutie pie” can be translated into Chinese as 小可爱. 小可爱 is a common term of endearment used for children, pets or romantic partners.

The English word ‘raincoat’ is translated into Chinese as 雨衣. The word refers to a waterproof coat.