对不起
duìbuqǐ
I'm sorry
How to say "thank you" specifically to someone in Chinese
谢谢你
xièxie nǐ
Thank you
Grammar and structure
谢谢你 combines 谢谢 (xièxie, 'thank you') with 你 (nǐ, 'you'). The addition of 'you' makes the thanks more direct and personal.
When to use it
Use 谢谢你 when you want to emphasize the person you're thanking, such as after a favor. It's slightly more intimate than 谢谢 alone. Avoid using it in very formal settings where a simple 谢谢 is more appropriate.
Frequently asked questions
How do you say “Thank you” in Chinese?
“Thank you” in Chinese is 谢谢你 (xièxie nǐ).
How do you pronounce 谢谢你?
谢谢你 is pronounced xièxie nǐ.
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