The Chinese word 不客气 is a polite response to someone thanking you or expressing gratitude. It can be translated to “you’re welcome” in English. However, 不客气 is more commonly used in China than “you’re welcome” is used in English-speaking countries. It is also used to show hospitality and generosity. For example, if someone offers you food or drink, and you are hesitant to accept, they may say 不客气 to show that they are happy to share with you.
Translation
Expression: you are welcome
Pronunciation
Example Sentences
| Chinese | Pinyin | Engish |
|---|---|---|
| 不客气，请坐 | bù kèqì, qǐng zuò | You’re welcome, please have a seat |
| 谢谢你的帮助不客气 | xièxie nǐ de bāngzhù bù kèqì | Thank you for your help You’re welcome |
| 不用谢，这是我的工作 | bù yòng xiè, zhè shì wǒ de gōngzuò | Don’t mention it, it’s my job |
| 没关系，没有什么大不了的 | méiguānxi, méiyǒu shénme dà bùliǎo de | It’s okay, it’s not a big deal |
| 别客气，随便点菜 | bié kèqì, suíbiàn diǎn cài | Don’t be polite, order whatever you like |
| 不用客气，我很乐意帮助你 | bùyòng kèqì, wǒ hěn lèyì bāngzhù nǐ | Don’t be polite, I’m happy to help you |
| 不必客气，我们是朋友 | bù bì kèqì, wǒmen shì péngyǒu | Don’t be polite, we are friends |
| 没事，不用客气 | méi shì, bùyòng kèqì | It’s nothing, don’t be polite |
HSK
不客气 is part of HSK Level 1 in both HSK 2.0 and HSK 3.0.
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