How to say "I'd like to see a doctor" in Chinese

我要看医生。

wǒ yào kàn yīshēng

I'd like to see a doctor

Grammar and structure

The phrase is 我 (I) + 要 (want) + 看 (see) + 医生 (doctor). It literally means "I want to see a doctor."

When to use it

Use this when you feel unwell and need medical help. It's appropriate in clinics, hospitals, or when asking for directions to a doctor. In China, you might also say 我要看大夫 (dàifu) but 医生 is more common. Be clear and direct; this phrase is understood universally.

Frequently asked questions

How do you say “I'd like to see a doctor” in Chinese?

“I'd like to see a doctor” in Chinese is 我要看医生。 (wǒ yào kàn yīshēng).

How do you pronounce 我要看医生。?

我要看医生。 is pronounced wǒ yào kàn yīshēng.

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