A second-person pronoun referring to the person being addressed. You (singular, informal); also generic "you" meaning anyone or people in general.
你
You, the intimate or standard singular listener.
你 creates direct, personal eye contact between the speaker and the other human being.
Common Usage & Traps
- 你来了 — you made it / you arrived!
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您们好你们好 / 各位好您 has no standard plural 您们 in standard Chinese.
How do Chinese speakers decide when to use 你 (informal you) vs 您 (respectful you)?
Chinese social etiquette: younger people use 您 for elders, while elders use warm 你 for youth.
Appears in Stories 23 stories
Real context sentences across different daily scenarios and graded readings.
In this funny HSK 2 story, a boy asks his father for money every day. When his father tries to teach him a lesson, the boy's clever reply will make you laugh.
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钱老师说:“ 你 已经十岁了,已经是个大孩子了。
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昨天 你 找我要五块钱,今天 你 再要五块钱,明天是不是还要再要五块钱。
Before you read, try clapping the rhythm. This poem introduces the days of the week and a fun secret: Chinese has two names for Sunday, but no 'Week Seven'!
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你 想知道星期几,可以问他星期几。
In this dialogue, two people chat while waiting outside a cinema. You'll hear common phrases for talking about hobbies, sports, and movie preferences.
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问一下儿, 你 在等人吗?
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A:可以问 你 几个问题吗?
This short, soothing piece is about missing someone on a rainy night. The sentences are simple and repeat often, so you can practice reading while feeling the warm emotion.
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我看着电脑,写下了几个字:小雨,我想 你 。
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今天, 你 那里下雨了吗?
Learn the fascinating story behind the Chinese idiom '东山再起' (Dongshan Zaiji), which means to make a comeback. Discover its historical roots and modern usage.
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朋友跟他开玩笑说:“ 你 以前一直待在东山,现在终于愿意出来重新开始了。”
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你 觉得老王能咸鱼翻身吗?
In this warm dialogue, a parent introduces their family at a restaurant. A teacher gently corrects common mistakes about family words and names, making it perfect for HSK 2 learners.
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你 也来这家饭店吃饭?
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B:左边那两个小朋友是 你 的孩子?
This heartwarming story shows how a small act of kindness can be passed on. Follow Gao Xianming as he learns an important lesson about generosity in his new city.
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有人没有钱坐车, 你 给他这五块钱吧。”
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安小语非常高兴,对高先明说:“谢谢 你 !
This humorous dialogue follows a man who spends all his savings on his girlfriend's Apple phone and a lucky number, leaving him broke. A fun read for HSK 3 learners.
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A:哎, 你 最近怎么很少来体育场锻炼啊?
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那 你 网球还打吗?
Join a family on a sweltering Beijing Sunday as a boy learns a funny lesson about playing outside in the summer heat. Perfect for HSK 1 learners.
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儿子:“爸爸, 你 去我们学校玩吧!
Follow Dazhong, a busy worker in China, as he finds warmth and kindness at a small noodle shop. Practice everyday words for food, weather, and expressing gratitude.
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老先生对大中说:“ 你 来了!
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今天外边太冷了,我给 你 做热面条。”
Why would a millionaire leave a table of lobster and wagyu untouched? This story explores the hidden rules of business dining and the true cost of staying alert.
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对面做服装的老总接话说,那 你 还撑什么。
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他说:“货款拖了四个月了,再不给,这周我就停了 你 的货!”
Is four years to reach HSK 5 fast or slow? Follow a conversation between two learners as they compare study hours and share realistic strategies for busy adults.
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A: 你 在学什么?
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你 有汉语老师和中文老师吗?
Join a beginner as they ask a Chinese friend to teach them how to cook. This simple HSK 1 dialogue shows that learning one dish at a time is the best way to start.
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小米说,我再问 你 一个问题, 你 现在会做什么菜呢?
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小米说:“这没问题, 你 可以一个一个学习。”
Before you read, meet the grandparents! This rhyming chant helps you practice the different names for maternal and paternal grandparents in Chinese. Listen to the beat and repeat.
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宝宝,宝宝,我问 你 ,爸爸的爸爸叫什么?
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宝宝,宝宝,我再问 你 妈妈的爸爸叫什么?
This playful rhyme helps you learn family words in Chinese. Practice saying who's who with simple questions and answers!
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小朋友,我问问 你 ,这个小朋友,他是谁?
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小朋友,我再问 你 ,这个女孩子,她是谁?
Enjoy this simple story about a patient and a mysterious apple. It shows how a small act of kindness can make someone feel at home, and you'll learn key words for feelings and daily life.
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是二号房间的老先生给 你 的。
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老先生说, 你 一个人在中国。
Before you read, close your eyes and imagine a rainy afternoon. This story uses simple HSK 1 words to show how rain can become a talking friend.
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雨说: 你 好, 你 好。
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我说: 你 好, 你 好。
Discover how a simple letter from a cookie seller led to an unexpected friendship with a famous scholar. This heartwarming story explores kindness and connection across social divides.
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信中说:“ 你 提出的问题太大,我不能给 你 一个可以使我自己认为满意的解释。
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我只能说, 你 说的英国制度和美国制度其实没有什么不一样。
Everyday greetings are a gateway to natural Chinese. Practice time-based hellos like “早上好” and “晚安,” learn to address teachers with the respectful “您,” and see how families skip formalities to speak warmly at home.
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你 好!
Welcome! This short poem helps you practice the months, weekdays, and mealtimes in Chinese. Read it aloud and notice the rhythm. You already know many of these words!
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一年十二月,爱 你 也想 你 。
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星期一到六,天天喜欢 你 。
Chat about where friends study Chinese while exploring 哪儿 and 哪里 across Beijing and Shanghai. Practice asking “where”, talking about “here” and “there”, and using the modest reply 哪里哪里 to accept a compliment.
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你 在哪儿学汉语?
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小米: 你 呢?
Before you read, think about the questions you ask every day. This simple poem shows you how to ask age, price, time, and more in friendly Chinese.
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问同学, 你 多大?
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问小孩儿, 你 几岁?
This is a short dialogue about a shopping trip. A woman buys many things, including food, drinks, furniture, and pet food, while her boyfriend reminds her not to overspend.
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你 正在做什么?”
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你 不要买太多东西。”
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