一共多少钱？
yígòng duōshao qián?
How much in total?
How to say "here you go" in Chinese
给你
gěi nǐ
Here you go
Character breakdown
Grammar and structure
This is a verb-object phrase: 给 (give) + 你 (you). It literally means 'give you', but is used as a set phrase when handing something over.
Variations and politeness
给您
gěi nín
Here you go (polite) — More polite, used with strangers or superiors.
给我
gěi wǒ
Give me — Casual, used in requests.
Mini dialogue
A
这是你的钱。
Zhè shì nǐ de qián.
This is your money.
B
谢谢你！
Xièxiè nǐ!
Thank you!
A
给你。
Gěi nǐ.
Here you go.
When to use it
Appropriate
- When handing something to a friend or peer.
- When giving change, a ticket, or a small item.
- In casual, friendly interactions.
Avoid when
- In formal situations with strangers or superiors; use 给您 instead.
- When asking for something; use 给我 instead.
Frequently asked questions
How do you say 'here you go' in Chinese?
You can say '给你' (gěi nǐ) when handing something to someone.
How do you pronounce '给你'?
It is pronounced 'gěi nǐ', with the third tone on both syllables.
When do you use '给你'?
Use '给你' when giving an object to someone in informal situations, like giving money or a ticket.
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