这个多少钱？
Juh-guh dwaw-shaow chyen
How much is this?
Point to the item while asking.
Shopping in China
Chinese shopping phrases for finding the right thing.
Pointing works well for products. Use these short phrases for the details that are harder to show, such as price, size, color and payment.
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Prices may be fixed in malls and chain stores. In markets, ask politely before deciding whether to bargain.
The English sound line is approximate; use Show Pinyin for standard tone marks. * marks Mandarin ü (start with “ee” and round your lips). Open MandaPanda for audio practice.
可以便宜一点吗？
Kuh-yee pyen-yee ee-dyen mah
Can it be a little cheaper?
Use this politely in places where bargaining is appropriate.
我可以试一下吗？
Waw kuh-yee shir yee-shyah mah
Can I try it?
Useful for clothes, shoes and other items you can try.
有大一点的吗？
Yo dah ee-dyen duh mah
Do you have a larger one?
Use this for a larger size or version.
有小一点的吗？
Yo shyaow ee-dyen duh mah
Do you have a smaller one?
Use this for a smaller size or version.
有别的颜色吗？
Yo bye duh yen-suh mah
Do you have another color?
Point to the item so the request is clear.
可以刷卡吗？
Kuh-yee shwah-kah mah
Can I pay by card?
Ask before the purchase if you are relying on a bank card.
我买这个。
Waw mye juh-guh
I’ll take this one.
Use this when you have chosen the item.
Practice before you go
Hear it. Say it. Remember it.
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