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March 24, 2026
再见(再見)zàijiàn(zai4jian4)
再见 (zài jiàn) is a common phrase used to say goodbye in Mandarin. It literally translates to 'see you again,' implying that the speaker looks forward to meeting the listener in the future. This phrase is used in both formal and informal contexts.
Strokes10Frequency#327DifficultyEasy
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, saying 再见 is not just about parting; it reflects the value placed on relationships and the hope for future encounters. It’s common to exchange this phrase among friends and family, emphasizing connection.
Memory Tip
Imagine waving goodbye while saying 再见 (zài jiàn), which sounds like 'zai' ('again') and 'jian' ('see'). Visualize a friend saying goodbye at a train station, promising to meet again, reinforcing the idea of parting with hope for the future.
Meanings of 再见
zàijiàn(zai4jian4)
1goodbye
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About 再见
再见Simplified
再見Traditional
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动词dòngcíverb (v.)Part of Speech
#327Frequency Rank
HSK 2.0L1HSK 3.0L1ElementaryTOCFLL1HSKKL1CEFRA1
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Usage Notes
Learners often mistakenly use 再见 in every situation when parting, but it's best reserved for friendly or informal goodbyes, not for solemn occasions. Also, avoid using it when addressing someone of higher status in a formal setting; instead, opt for more respectful farewells.
HSK Study Tips
As an HSK Level 1 word, 再见 is foundational for learners starting to engage in simple conversations. Focus on practicing this phrase in various contexts, such as leaving a class or ending a phone call, to reinforce its usage.
Common Mistakes
Learners might confuse 再见 with 你好 (nǐ hǎo) when starting conversations, but 再见 is only for farewells. A wrong example is saying 再见 when entering a room instead of 你好.
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再见 (zài jiàn) is a common phrase used to say goodbye in Mandarin. It literally translates to 'see you again,' implying that the speaker looks forward to meeting the listener in the future. This phrase is used in both formal and informal contexts.
When to use 再见
Learners often mistakenly use 再见 in every situation when parting, but it's best reserved for friendly or informal goodbyes, not for solemn occasions. Also, avoid using it when addressing someone of higher status in a formal setting; instead, opt for more respectful farewells.
What learners get wrong
Learners might confuse 再见 with 你好 (nǐ hǎo) when starting conversations, but 再见 is only for farewells. A wrong example is saying 再见 when entering a room instead of 你好.
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Grammar Patterns of 再见
再见 functions as a verb — the action or state of the sentence. The Chinese order is Subject + Verb + Object (我吃饭). Negate it with 不 (habitual / future) or 没(有) (completed action). Add aspect markers like 了, 过, 着 directly after the verb. The example sentences below show it in action, with practice buttons (Listen, Practice Writing, Practice Speaking) on every line.
