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March 24, 2026
谢谢(謝謝)xièxie(xie4xie5)
谢谢 (xièxiè) means 'to thank' or 'thank you' in Mandarin. It is a polite expression used to show gratitude in a variety of social contexts, from casual interactions to more formal settings. Mastering this phrase is essential for effective communication in Chinese-speaking environments.
Frequency#85DifficultyEasy
Cultural Note
Expressing thanks is a fundamental aspect of Chinese culture, reflecting the values of respect and humility. In many social interactions, failing to say '谢谢' can be seen as rude or disrespectful, highlighting the importance of gratitude in Chinese social etiquette.
Memory Tip
Imagine two people, each holding a gift. One says '谢谢' as they hand over the gift, and the other smiles and replies with the same phrase. The repetition in the pronunciation (xièxiè) can be remembered as 'say, say' in English, reinforcing the idea of expressing thanks twice for emphasis.
Meanings of 谢谢
xièxie(xie4xie5)
1to thank
2thanks
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About 谢谢
谢谢Simplified
謝謝Traditional
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名词míngcínoun (n.)Part of Speech
#85Frequency Rank
HSK 2.0L1HSK 3.0L1ElementaryTOCFLL1HSKKL1CEFRA1
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感谢 (gǎnxiè) - use 谢谢 (xièxiè) for casual thanks, while 感谢 (gǎnxiè) is more formal or profound.
Memory Mnemonic
Imagine two people, each holding a gift. One says '谢谢' as they hand over the gift, and the other smiles and replies with the same phrase. The repetition in the pronunciation (xièxiè) can be remembered as 'say, say' in English, reinforcing the idea of expressing thanks twice for emphasis.
Usage Notes
While '谢谢' is widely accepted in both formal and informal contexts, avoid using it excessively, as it may seem insincere. Remember to adjust your tone based on the situation; a more subdued tone may be appropriate in formal settings. Common collocations include '谢谢你的帮助' (thank you for your help) or '谢谢你' (thank you).
HSK Study Tips
As an HSK Level 1 word, '谢谢' is one of the first phrases learners encounter, emphasizing the importance of polite communication. Students should practice its pronunciation and usage in various everyday situations to build confidence in expressing gratitude.
Cultural Note
Expressing thanks is a fundamental aspect of Chinese culture, reflecting the values of respect and humility. In many social interactions, failing to say '谢谢' can be seen as rude or disrespectful, highlighting the importance of gratitude in Chinese social etiquette.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse the tones in '谢谢', mispronouncing it as 'xiēxiē' instead of 'xièxiè'. This can lead to misunderstandings, as tone is crucial in Mandarin.
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Grammar Patterns of 谢谢
谢谢 functions as a noun — it names a person, place, thing, or concept. Place it as a subject before the verb (主+谓) or as an object after the verb (谓+宾). Most Chinese nouns require a measure word between the number and the noun (e.g. 一个/三本). It carries 3 related meanings, each with its own usage notes below. The example sentences below show it in action, with practice buttons (Listen, Practice Writing, Practice Speaking) on every line.
“ “ xiè xiè nǐ zhāo dài le zhè mó měi wèi de wǎn。”——“ cān 。”——“ zhè méi，” shí mó ，”。
"Thank you for the wonderful dinner." — "It's nothing," Sarah said.
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“你的几个儿子好么？”——“谢谢关心。”
“ “ nǐ de jī gè ér zǐ hǎo？”——“ mó ？”——“ xiè xiè。”
"How are your boys?" — "How nice of you to ask."
5
好吧，谢谢你和我们谈话。
hǎo bā， ， xiè xiè nǐ hé wǒ mén tán。
Well, thank you for speaking with us.
6
“要茶吗？”——“好的，谢谢。”
“ “ yào chá？”——“ ma ？”——“， hǎo de。”
"Tea?" — "Yes, please."
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“家里人都好吧？”——“都好，谢谢。”
“ “ jiā lǐ rén dū hǎo？”——“ bā ？”——“， dū hǎo。”
"How's the family?"— 'Just fine. thank you.'
8
我们知道在哪儿能买到，谢谢。
wǒ mén zhī dào zài nǎ ér néng mǎi dào， ， xiè。
We know where we can get it, thank you very much.
9
警察冲她笑了笑，“这狗真漂亮。”——“哦，谢谢。”
jǐng chá chōng tā xiào le xiào，“ ，“ zhè gǒu zhēn piāo。”——“ liàng， 。”——“ ó。”
The policeman smiled at her. "Pretty dog."— "Oh well, thank you."
10
“那件衣服很好看，”迈克尔说。“谢谢，”她严肃地回答。
“ “ nà jiàn yī fú hěn hǎo，” kàn ，” mài kè。“ ěr shuō，” 。“ xiè xiè ，” tā yán。
"That's a nice dress," said Michael. "Thanks," she replied solemnly.
Cultural Notes for 谢谢
🏮Cultural insight
Expressing thanks is a fundamental aspect of Chinese culture, reflecting the values of respect and humility. In many social interactions, failing to say '谢谢' can be seen as rude or disrespectful, highlighting the importance of gratitude in Chinese social etiquette.
Frequently Asked Questions about 谢谢
You should say '谢谢' whenever someone does something kind for you, whether it's receiving a gift, help, or a compliment.
In more formal situations, you might use '谢谢您' (xièxiè nín), which adds a level of respect.
'谢谢' is appropriate in business contexts, especially when thanking colleagues or clients.
