请这边走
qǐng zhèbiān zǒu
This way, please · trad. 請這邊走
请这边走 (Qǐng zhè biān zǒu) means "This way, please" or "Please come this way." Speakers use it to politely direct someone to a specific location or path, often in hospitality settings.
What does 请这边走 (qǐng zhèbiān zǒu) mean?
请这边走 (qǐng zhèbiān zǒu) means “this way, please” in English. Word for word, it breaks down as “please this side walk.”
When to use it
Polite and formal. It's suitable for guiding guests, customers, or anyone you wish to show respect to. A slightly more casual alternative is 跟我来 (gēn wǒ lái), "follow me."
How to pronounce it
Sounds like “ching juh-BYEN zoh.” The first character is a third tone, followed by fourth, first, and third tones.
Other ways to say it
- 跟我来gēn wǒ láifollow me (casual)
- 请跟我来qǐng gēn wǒ láiplease follow me
- 请往这边走qǐng wǎng zhèbiān zǒuplease walk towards this side (slightly more formal)
Examples
先生，请这边走。
xiānsheng, qǐng zhèbiān zǒu.
Sir, this way, please.
好的，请这边走。
hǎode, qǐng zhèbiān zǒu.
Okay, this way, please.
请这边走，洗手间在左边。
qǐng zhèbiān zǒu, xǐshǒujiān zài zuǒbiān.
This way, please, the restroom is on the left.
Pro tip: When directing someone with 请这边走, it's customary to gesture with an open palm, not a pointing finger, as pointing can be considered impolite.
Related phrases
请稍等 · One moment, please让您久等了 · Sorry to keep you waiting几位？ · How many people
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