How to say "wait for me" in Chinese

等我一下

děng wǒ yíxià

Wait for me

Grammar and structure

等 (děng) means "to wait," 我 (wǒ) is "me," and 一下 (yíxià) softens the request to "a moment." So it's "wait for me a bit."

When to use it

Use 等我一下 in casual situations with friends or colleagues. It's friendly and not too formal. English speakers might say "wait for me" but adding 一下 makes it more polite and natural.

Frequently asked questions

How do you say “Wait for me” in Chinese?

“Wait for me” in Chinese is 等我一下 (děng wǒ yíxià).

How do you pronounce 等我一下?

等我一下 is pronounced děng wǒ yíxià.

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