How do you say hi in Chinese?

Jazmin23
2 years ago
I recently traveled to China and wanted to learn how to greet people in Mandarin. I know that "hello" is a common greeting, but I'm curious to know if there's a more traditional or formal way to say hello in Chinese. Has anyone else ever had trouble with this? Any help would be appreciated!" - posted on a language learning forum

Community answers for the question "How do you say hi in Chinese?"

J2kLmNp
2 years ago
In China, when greeting teachers or older individuals, it's customary to use more formal language and show respect. Instead of saying 'hi', you can say ', which literally means 'respectful salute'. When greeting a teacher, you can also use , which is a polite way to acknowledge their age and position. Another option is to say , which roughly translates to 'honored teacher' or 'venerable elder'. Remember to bow your head slightly when using these phrases to show respect and courtesy.