🇨🇳 Chinese phrases

How to Say "Thank you" in Chinese

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
谢谢
"Thank you" in Chinese · say it like sheh-sheh

The most natural way to say "Thank you" in Chinese is 谢谢. 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

多谢
more casual, often used among friends
感谢
more formal, often used in written communication

When to use it

You can use '谢谢' in almost any situation where you want to express gratitude. It is appropriate in both formal and informal contexts. Use it after receiving help, gifts, or kind gestures from others.

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Examples in Chinese

ChineseEnglish
谢谢你的帮助。Thank you for your help.
谢谢你送我回家。Thank you for taking me home.
Common mistake
Some learners forget to use it in casual conversations, thinking it's only for formal situations.

The fastest way to remember it

Vocabulary you only read fades fast. Vocabulary you say out loud sticks. Hear 谢谢, repeat it a few times, then use it in a real sentence. SPAIKING lets you practice exactly that, speaking Chinese with a coach that corrects your pronunciation in real time. You can start with two free conversations.

Frequently asked questions

When should I use '谢谢'?

You can use '谢谢' anytime you want to thank someone, regardless of the formality of the situation.

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