How to ask "Do you speak English?" in Chinese

你会说英语吗?

nǐ huì shuō Yīngyǔ ma?

Do you speak English?

Grammar and structure

The structure is 你 (you) + 会 (can) + 说 (speak) + 英语 (English) + 吗 (question particle). 会 indicates ability or skill.

When to use it

Use this when you need to communicate in English. It is polite and appropriate in any setting. English speakers might forget 说 (speak); include it for clarity.

Frequently asked questions

How do you say “Do you speak English?” in Chinese?

“Do you speak English?” in Chinese is 你会说英语吗? (nǐ huì shuō Yīngyǔ ma?).

How do you pronounce 你会说英语吗??

你会说英语吗? is pronounced nǐ huì shuō Yīngyǔ ma?.

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