Chinese

The English word hockey is translated into Chinese as 曲棍球 or 冰球.

The English phrase “legoland” is translated into Chinese as 乐高乐园. The term refers to a theme park based on the Lego brand of interlocking plastic bricks.

The English phrase “you’re crazy” is translated into Chinese as 你疯了.

The Chinese phrase for “my condolences” is 节哀顺变. 节哀顺变 is the standard, formal way to offer condolences to someone who is mourning a death.

The English word “savior” can be translated into Chinese as 救星 or 救世主. A savior is someone who rescues others from harm or danger.

Washington DC is called 华盛顿哥伦比亚特区 in Chinese. This phrase refers to the capital city of the United States of America.

The English phrase “cough syrup” is translated into Mandarin as 止咳糖浆. This term refers to a liquid used to ease a sore throat.

In Hong Kong Cantonese there are two common ways to say thank you.

The English phrase ‘even numbers’ is translated into Mandarin as 偶数. The phrase refers to integers that can be divided by two without a remainder.

Chayote is called 佛手瓜 in Mandarin. The term refers to the chayote, a fruit used as a vegetable.