多吃点
duō chī de
Eat a little more · trad. 多吃點
多吃点 (duō chī diǎn) is a common expression of hospitality and care, meaning “eat a little more” or “have some more.” It's often used by hosts to encourage guests to enjoy the food.
What does 多吃点 (duō chī de) mean?
多吃点 (duō chī de) means “eat a little more” in English.
When to use it
Friendly and caring. It's a very common phrase used by hosts, parents, or anyone offering food, reflecting traditional Chinese hospitality. It's polite to accept or politely decline, but hosts will often insist.
How to pronounce it
Sounds like “DWOH-chur-DYEN.” The first syllable is a high-level tone, the second is a high-level tone, and the third is a third tone.
Other ways to say it
- 多吃一点duō chī yī diǎneat a little bit more
- 再吃点zài chī deeat some more (again)
Examples
多吃点，别客气！
duō chī de, bié kèqi!
Eat a little more, don't be shy!
你看起来很瘦，多吃点吧。
nǐ kànqǐlai hěn shòu, duō chī de ba.
You look very thin, eat a little more.
奶奶总是让我多吃点饭。
nǎinai zǒngshì ràng wǒ duō chī de fàn.
Grandma always tells me to eat more food.
Pro tip: When a Chinese host says 多吃点, it's a genuine expression of care and hospitality. It's common for them to insist multiple times, so don't be surprised if they keep offering!
Related phrases
我吃饱了 · I'm full你想吃什么？ · What do you want to eat一起吃吧 · Let's eat together
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