Utter the “zh” sound as in the English word “measure”. Keep your tongue slightly curled back and press it against the ridge behind your upper teeth. As you release the air, your tongue will momentarily touch your teeth, creating a distinctive “zh” sound. For instance, the Chinese character “张” (Zhāng) is pronounced with the “zh” … Read more
Formal Expression for Love When expressing love formally in Chinese, it is important to use respectful language and avoid colloquialisms. The following table provides some common formal expressions of love: Chinese (Simplified) Pinyin English Translation 爱你 ài nǐ I love you (to a partner) 我爱你 wǒ ài nǐ I love you (with emphasis) 我深深地爱着你 wǒ … Read more
Utter the “i” sound in “it” while placing your lips in the position for “sh.” As you release the air, gently curl your tongue back toward the roof of your mouth, creating a slight friction sound. Practice saying “chi” repeatedly, focusing on maintaining the correct tongue and lip placement. Once you’re comfortable with the basic … Read more
