How to say "I like sports" in Chinese

我喜欢运动。

wǒ xǐhuan yùndòng

I like sports

Grammar and structure

The structure is 我 (I) + 喜欢 (like) + 运动 (sports/exercise). 运动 is a noun meaning "sports" or "exercise", and it can also be used as a verb meaning "to exercise". The phrase is straightforward with no extra particles.

When to use it

Use this when talking about your hobbies or lifestyle. It's a common phrase in self-introductions and casual conversations. English speakers might say "I like to do sports", but in Chinese you simply say 我喜欢运动. It's concise and natural.

Frequently asked questions

How do you say “I like sports” in Chinese?

“I like sports” in Chinese is 我喜欢运动。 (wǒ xǐhuan yùndòng).

How do you pronounce 我喜欢运动。?

我喜欢运动。 is pronounced wǒ xǐhuan yùndòng.

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