10 essential Mandarin Chinese phrases for talking about the weather
Master essential Mandarin phrases to discuss weather conditions, from sunny days to rainy ones.
Talking about the weather is a universal icebreaker and a vital part of daily conversation. Knowing how to discuss it in Mandarin will help you connect with native speakers and navigate daily life. Whether you're planning an outing, expressing discomfort, or simply making small talk, these phrases will equip you to handle common weather-related situations. They are designed to be practical and easy to learn for beginners.
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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Learn the first set, listen out loud, then move into the full list below.
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Words 1–10
- 你好吗？nee how maHow are you?
- 今天天气怎么样？juhn tee-en tyen chee zen-meh yungHow is the weather today?
- 今天很热。juhn tee-en hen ruhIt's very hot today.
- 今天很冷。juhn tee-en hen lungIt's very cold today.
- 会下雨吗？way shyah yoo maWill it rain?
- 正在下雨。jung tsai shyah yooIt is raining.
- 晴天ching tienSunny day
- 阴天een tienCloudy day
- 刮风gwah fungWindy
- 有太阳yo tai yungThere is sun
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