商务用语
shāng wù yòng yǔ
Business phrases · trad. 商務用語
商务用语 (shāngwù yòngyǔ) refers to the specific language and expressions used in professional and commercial contexts. It encompasses formal greetings, negotiation terms, and polite communication essential for effective business interactions.
When to use it
Formal and professional. When engaging in business, it's crucial to use appropriate formal language and avoid overly casual slang. For specific situations, phrases like “合作愉快” (hézuò yúkuài, “pleasant cooperation”) or “请多指教” (qǐng duō zhǐjiào, “please give me your valuable advice”) are common and well-received.
How to pronounce it
Sounds like “SHAHNG-woo YONG-yoo.” Both “商” and “务” are falling tones. In “用语,” “用” is a falling tone, and “语” is a third tone, which often shifts to a rising tone when following a falling tone.
Other ways to say it
- 商务汉语shāng wù hàn yǔBusiness Chinese (as a subject)
- 商业术语shāng yè shù yǔcommercial terminology / jargon
- 职场用语zhí chǎng yòng yǔworkplace phrases
Examples
学习商务用语对在中国做生意很重要。
xué xí shāng wù yòng yǔ duì zài zhōng guó zuò shēng yì hěn zhòng yào 。
Learning business phrases is very important for doing business in China.
这本书介绍了常用的商务用语。
zhè běn shū jiè shào le cháng yòng de shāng wù yòng yǔ 。
This book introduces commonly used business phrases.
他们的商务用语非常专业。
tā men de shāng wù yòng yǔ fēi cháng zhuān yè 。
Their business language is very professional.
Pro tip: In Chinese business communication, politeness and indirectness are often valued. Phrases that show respect and humility, such as “请多指教” (qǐng duō zhǐjiào, “please give me your valuable advice”), are very common, even if you are an expert.
Related phrases
常用语 · Basic phrases常用短语 · Common phrases重要短语 · Important phrases
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