Mandarin Chinese: Point and Ask: 这个是什么？
beginner这个 (zhège) means 'this one'. Add 是什么？ (shì shénme?) to ask 'What is this?'. It's perfect for menus: 这个是什么菜？ means 'What is this dish?'.
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What is "Point and Ask: 这个是什么？" in Mandarin Chinese?+
这个 (zhège) means 'this one'. Add 是什么？ (shì shénme?) to ask 'What is this?'. It's perfect for menus: 这个是什么菜？ means 'What is this dish?'.
Is this grammar topic for beginners?+
This topic is at the beginner level. It is a great starting point for new learners.
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