Today we are going to learn a common Chinese expression: 不好意思 ( bú hǎo yì si) .
We have learnt 意思 here and here .
意思 has a few different meanings as following:
1. meaning, idea
我明白你的意思。
I see what you mean.
2. intention; wish; desire
我的意思是走着去。
In my opinion, we should walk.
3. a token of affection, appreciation, etc.
这是我们的一点小意思，请收下。
This is a small token of our esteem – do accept it.
4. suggestion; hint; trace
天有点要下雨的意思。
It looks like rain.
5. interest; fun
这个连续剧太没意思。
This series is so boring.
不好意思 ( bú hǎo yì si) means excuse me; sorry; embarressed Here are a few examples:
让您久等了，真不好意思。
I’m very embarrassed for making you wait so long.
不好意思，麻烦您了。
Sorry to trouble you.
不好意思，我的中文说得不好。但学中文很有意思。
I am sorry my Chinese is not good. But, it is interesting to learn Chinese!
That’s all for today. Hope you like this lesson.
Have a nice weekend.
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quite comprehensive, i like this lesson.
Hi faith okwisa okwayo,
Thanks. I hope to create more useful and common Chinese expression in future.
Expressions , proverbs and sayings are very important part of any language. I like to learn more expressions or sayings in chinese. Thank you for this lesson.
Hi Itanfy,
I will try to add on more lessons of common expressions for weekly activities. Thanks.
how do you say. don’t mention it or you’re welcome
HI Felix Novah,
You can say “不用客气。” or “不用谢。”
mei shi de (don’t mention ) or buqechi (welcome)
There’s no pinyin, it may be a little difficult for new beginner as me.