10 essential Mandarin Chinese phrases for describing your daily routine
Master the art of telling people what you do every day in Mandarin Chinese!
Talking about your daily routine is a fundamental skill for any language learner. Knowing how to express what you do from morning to night helps you connect with native speakers and understand their way of life. Whether you're introducing yourself, catching up with friends, or simply practicing your Mandarin, these phrases will provide a solid foundation. They cover common activities and times, making your daily narrative clear and engaging.
What this lesson covers
Core Chinese words for everyday conversation.
English meanings, pronunciation hints, and tap-to-hear audio.
A quick flashcard flow and quiz to make the words stick.
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Words 1–10
- 我早上七点起床。woh joh-shang chee dyen chee-choo-angI get up at 7 AM.
- 我刷牙和洗脸。woh shwah yah heh shee lyenI brush my teeth and wash my face.
- 我吃早餐。woh chuh dzow-tsanI eat breakfast.
- 我去上班/上学。woh cheu shahng-bahng / shahng-shwehI go to work/school.
- 我吃午餐。woh chuh woo-tsanI eat lunch.
- 我下午三点下班/放学。woh shyah-woo san dyen shyah-bahng / fahng-shwehI get off work/school at 3 PM.
- 我晚上回家。woh wahn-shahng huey-jahI go home in the evening.
- 我做晚饭。woh dzwoh wahn-fanI make dinner.
- 我吃晚饭。woh chuh wahn-fanI eat dinner.
- 我晚上十一点睡觉。woh wahn-shahng shee-yee dyen shway-jowI go to sleep at 11 PM.
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