🇨🇳 Chinese phrases

How to Say "You are beautiful" in Chinese

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
你很美
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The most natural way to say "You are beautiful" in Chinese is 你很美. 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

你真美
A more casual way to compliment someone
你漂亮
Commonly used, especially for women

When to use it

You can use this phrase to compliment someone you find attractive. It is suitable for friends, family, or even acquaintances. Just be mindful of the context and the relationship you have with the person you are complimenting.

Say it out loud, get corrected

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Examples in Chinese

ChineseEnglish
你今天看起来很美。You look beautiful today.
她的笑容让她显得很美。Her smile makes her look beautiful.
Common mistake
Some learners might confuse '美' (beautiful) with '好' (good) and use them interchangeably.

The fastest way to remember it

Vocabulary you only read fades fast. Vocabulary you say out loud sticks. Hear 你很美, 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

Is it appropriate to say this to strangers?

It depends on the context; it's usually better to reserve compliments for people you know.

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