🇨🇳 Chinese phrases

How to Say "Good evening" in Chinese

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
晚上好
"Good evening" in Chinese · say it like wahn-shang how

The most natural way to say "Good evening" in Chinese is 晚上好. Tap the speaker above to hear it, then say it back out loud. That is the fastest way to make it stick.

Other ways to say it

您好
more formal, can be used at any time of day
casual greeting, often used among friends

When to use it

Use this phrase in the evening when greeting someone. It is polite and appropriate for both formal and informal situations. You can use it when meeting friends or colleagues after work.

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Examples in Chinese

ChineseEnglish
晚上好,今天过得怎么样?Good evening, how was your day?
Common mistake
Some learners might confuse it with '早上好' (good morning) and use it at the wrong time.

The fastest way to remember it

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Frequently asked questions

Can I use this phrase at any time?

No, it is specifically for the evening.

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