Want to upgrade your small talk from “textbook” to native?
Here are 4 phrases Chinese people actually use every day:
好样的 (hǎo yàng de) – “Well done!” (friendly + genuine praise)
看起来 (kàn qǐlái) – “Looks like / Seems” (soft, empathetic observation)
真不错 (zhēn bù cuò) – “Really nice / Not bad at all” (safe, sincere compliment)
随便 (suí biàn) – “Whatever / Up to you” (casual flexibility—watch your tone!)
Use these in chats, at work, or over dinner—and you’ll instantly feel more connected.
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