How to say "Please write in text" in Chinese

请打字发给我。

qǐng dǎzì fā gěi wǒ

Please write in text

Character breakdown

Grammar and structure

This is a polite request: qǐng (please) + dǎzì (type) + fā gěi wǒ (send to me). 'Dǎzì' means 'to type characters' and 'fā' means 'to send'.

Variations and politeness

请发信息给我。

qǐng fā xìnxī gěi wǒ

Please send me a message. — More formal and general; can be used in any context.

发给我吧。

fā gěi wǒ ba

Send it to me. — More casual and direct; often used between friends.

Mini dialogue

A

请打字发给我。

qǐng dǎzì fā gěi wǒ

Please type it and send it to me.

B

好的,我马上发给你。

hǎo de, wǒ mǎshàng fā gěi nǐ

Okay, I'll send it to you right away.

When to use it

Appropriate

  • When you are chatting on WeChat or similar apps and prefer a text message instead of a voice message.
  • When you need a written record of the information, such as an address or a name.

Avoid when

  • When you are speaking face-to-face; this phrase is for written chat only.
  • When you want a voice message; this phrase specifically asks for text.

Frequently asked questions

How do you say 'Please type it and send it to me' in Chinese?

You can say 'qǐng dǎzì fā gěi wǒ' (请打字发给我). It is a polite request used in text chats.

How do you pronounce 'qǐng dǎzì fā gěi wǒ'?

It is pronounced as 'ching daa-dzuh faa guh woh'. The third tone on 'qǐng' and 'dǎ' dips down then rises.

When should I use 'qǐng dǎzì fā gěi wǒ'?

Use it in chat apps when you want someone to send you a text message instead of a voice message. It is polite and clear.

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