How to Say Delicious in Chinese

Learn how to say delicious in Chinese (hǎo chī / 好吃) for food, drinks, and compliments. Essential for dining in China.

好吃
hǎo chī — Delicious

How to Pronounce 好吃

Pinyin: hǎo chī

Tones: 3rd + 1st

When to use: 好吃 = good to eat. 好喝 (hǎo hē) for drinks. Say it after trying food — very appreciated.

Example Sentences with 好吃 (hǎo chī)

这个菜真好吃!

zhè ge cài zhēn hǎo chī!

This dish is really delicious!

干杯!

gān bēi!

Cheers!

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