你真帅
nǐ zhēn shuài
The English phrase "you're handsome" can be translated into Chinese as 你真帅 (nǐ zhēn shuài).
This phrase is used to tell a man that he is physically attractive. While 你真帅 is a complete sentence used to give a compliment, you may also encounter the noun 帅哥, which is a common way to refer to or address a handsome man.
What does it mean word for word?
The phrase 你真帅 is composed of 你 (you), 真 (really/truly) and 帅 (handsome).
How does it change in a sentence?
You can change the emphasis of the sentence by altering the adverb: replacing 真 (really/truly) with 很 (very/is) turns the phrase from "you are truly handsome" into the more standard "you are handsome" (你很帅). Additionally, adding a particle at the end, such as in 你好帅哦, can express a higher level of admiration or surprise at someone's appearance.
How do you pronounce it?
nǐ zhēn shuài
Did you know?
- The word 帅 (shuài) originally meant 'commander' or 'general' in ancient military contexts. To call someone 'handsome' today is to suggest they possess the striking, commanding presence of a high-ranking officer.
- Chinese speakers may respond to 你真帅 by modestly denying the compliment, as accepting it too readily can be seen as arrogant.
- In many Chinese-speaking regions, the term 帅哥 (shuài gē), which literally translates to 'handsome older brother', is used as a generic, friendly way to address any young man, similar to how 'dude' or 'mate' is used in English.
Examples in context
- 你看起来真好看You look really good.
- 你真帅！Nǐ zhēn shuài!You're handsome!
- 穿这件衣服的你真帅。Chuān zhè jiàn yīfu de nǐ zhēn shuài.You look really handsome in these clothes.
- 大家都说你真帅。Dàjiā dōu shuō nǐ zhēn shuài.Everyone says you are very handsome.
Example conversation
A woman compliments her friend on his new haircut.
- 梓涵 Zihan浩然，你真帅！Hàorán, nǐ zhēn shuài!Haoran, you're handsome!
- 浩然 Haoran真的吗？谢谢你。Zhēn de ma? Xièxiè nǐ.Really? Thank you.
- 梓涵 Zihan新发型很适合你。Xīn fàxíng hěn shìhé nǐ.The new haircut suits you well.
- 浩然 Haoran很高兴你喜欢。Hěn gāoxìng nǐ xǐhuān.I'm glad you like it.
