How to ask "Is it far from here?" in Chinese

离这里远吗?

lí zhèlǐ yuǎn ma?

Is it far from here?

Grammar and structure

This question uses 离 (lí, 'from'), 这里 (zhèlǐ, 'here'), 远 (yuǎn, 'far'), and 吗 (ma) to ask about distance.

When to use it

Use this when asking for directions to gauge if you can walk or need transport. It's polite and straightforward. Pair it with '怎么走?' (zěnme zǒu, 'how to get there?') for more info.

Frequently asked questions

How do you say “Is it far from here?” in Chinese?

“Is it far from here?” in Chinese is 离这里远吗? (lí zhèlǐ yuǎn ma?).

How do you pronounce 离这里远吗??

离这里远吗? is pronounced lí zhèlǐ yuǎn ma?.

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