是的
shì de
Yes
How to say "correct" in Chinese
对
duì
Correct
Character breakdown
Grammar and structure
对 is a single-character adjective meaning 'correct' or 'right'. It can stand alone as a response, or be used in sentences like 你说得对 (nǐ shuō de duì) — 'what you say is correct'.
Variations and politeness
对的
duì de
That's right. — More conversational, often used as a standalone response.
没错
méi cuò
No mistake. — Informal way to confirm something is correct.
Mini dialogue
A
你觉得这个计划怎么样？
Nǐ juédé zhège jìhuà zěnme yàng?
What do you think of this plan?
B
我觉得对。
Wǒ juédé duì.
I think it's correct.
When to use it
Appropriate
- When you agree with a statement of fact.
- When answering a yes/no question about correctness.
- When you want to say 'right' or 'correct' in a casual way.
Avoid when
- When you want to say 'yes' to a request or offer; use 好的 (hǎo de) or 可以 (kěyǐ) instead.
- When you want to say 'yes' to confirm you will do something; 对 only means 'correct', not 'I will'.
Frequently asked questions
How do you pronounce 对?
It is pronounced 'duì' with a falling tone. The 'd' is like in 'dog', and the 'ui' sounds like 'way' but shorter.
When do you use 对?
Use 对 when you agree that something is correct or true. It is a common response to statements or questions about facts.
How do you say 'correct' in Chinese?
The most common word for 'correct' is 对 (duì). You can also say 正确 (zhèngquè) in more formal contexts.
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