Mandarin Chinese: Saying What You Want
beginnerUse '我要' (I want) to start your order. Put any adjective, like '热' (hot), directly before the noun. So, '我要 + 热 + 咖啡' gives you 'I want hot coffee'.
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What is "Saying What You Want" in Mandarin Chinese?+
Use '我要' (I want) to start your order. Put any adjective, like '热' (hot), directly before the noun. So, '我要 + 热 + 咖啡' gives you 'I want hot coffee'.
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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