#BusinessEtiquette

Handle Conflict in Chinese Business Conversations: Key Terms

In any business setting, conflict is inevitable. Whether it’s a disagreement over project goals, a misunderstanding between colleagues, or a negotiation with clients, knowing how to handle conflict effectively is essential. In Chinese business culture, managing conflict is particularly nuanced and requires understanding the right vocabulary, tone, and approach to navigate these situations smoothly.…

Business Chinese Essentials: Decoding ‘面子’ in Chinese Culture

In the world of Chinese business culture, understanding “面子” (miànzi)—often translated as “face”—is not just beneficial; it’s essential. Whether you’re negotiating, making business decisions, or navigating day-to-day interactions, mastering this complex concept is crucial for anyone aiming to succeed in the Chinese market. “面子” goes far beyond reputation; it is the cornerstone of social interaction and business success in China.…

Mastering Guanxi: Boost Communication with Chinese Clients

In Chinese culture, the concept of “guanxi” (关系,guān xì) plays a pivotal role in both personal and professional life. While its literal translation may simply refer to “relationships” or “connections,” guanxi encompasses a much deeper and more intricate network of social bonds that govern interactions in business, government, and daily life.…

Mastering Chinese Business Email Closings: A Detailed Guide

In the world of business communication, every detail matters, especially when it comes to crafting a professional email. In Chinese, the closing phrase is more than just a courteous farewell—it reflects cultural respect, goodwill, and your understanding of proper etiquette. For foreigners learning Chinese, using the right closing not only enhances your professionalism but also leaves a lasting positive impression.…

Business Chinese: Must-Know Phrases for Proposing Cooperation

An increasing number of individuals are choosing to expand their careers into the Chinese market. They are seeking business opportunities by employing various means, such as establishing connections on LinkedIn, attending business negotiation meetings and exchange events in China. When engaging with Chinese counterparts, whether it be through private messages, phone calls, emails, or face-to-face conversations, it is highly important to acquire a grasp of some Chinese business phrases.…

(Shāngwù diànhuà lǐyí) 商务电话礼仪 Business Etiquette – Make a phone call

商务电话礼仪 (shāngwù diànhuà lǐyí) Business Etiquette—Make a phone call (Listen to the Chinese nursery rhyme related to making a pone call.)

Key learning points preview:

商务电话 (shāngwù diànhuà): n. make a call for business purpose

 

保持联系 (bǎochí liánxì): v.  to keep in touch

 

Making a phone call be the first step in building business relationships, and can have an important impact on the success or failure of such relationships.…

Want to Do Business with Chinese? These Dinner Etiquette is Essential!

Meals and banquets are an important aspect of doing business in China, where they are used to form business deals, build relationships and show respect. That’s why people always say that “It’s at the business dinner table that business would actually be discussed.” Given the hierarchical nature and business culture of Chinese, business etiquette at the lunch or dinner table is extremely important.…

Key Business Etiquette You Can Put to Use in China

It’s no secret that international businesses are always looking to hire people who can speak multiple languages. As the Chinese economy has grown rapidly over the past decades, more and more companies are eager to seek employees that can speak Mandarin Chinese. Additionally, international traders and entrepreneurs are increasingly doing business in China and having Mandarin Chinese skills is an enormous advantage for them.…

商务介绍礼仪 Business Etiquette–Business Card Exchanges and Introduction (Beginner)

商务介绍礼仪 (Shāngwù jièshào lǐyí) Business Etiquette–Business Card Exchanges and Introduction

Key Learning Points (Preview):

介绍 (jièshào): v/n. to introduce/introduction

年龄 (niánlíng): n. age

名片 (míngpiàn): n. business card

In China, the first “介绍 (jièshào) introduction” is crucial in business relationships. It is a stepping stone for successful business cooperation.…

商务座次礼仪 Seating Arrangement Etiquette

商务座次礼仪 (shāngwù zuòcì lǐyí) Seating Arrangement Etiquette

At Chinese “宴会 (yànhuì) banquets,” the seating arrangement is probably the most important part of Chinese dining “礼仪 (lǐyí) etiquette,” especially in Chinese business banquets. Generally, round tables are used at Chinese banquets and the seat facing the entrance is the seat of honor.…

商务就餐礼仪之敬酒 Toasting Etiquette at a Business Dinner (Advanced)

商务就餐礼仪之敬酒 (Shāngwù jiùcān lǐyí zhī jìngjiǔ)    Toasting Etiquette at a Business Dinner

Key Learning Points (Preview):

敬酒 (jìngjiǔ): v.to propose a toast   

除非 (chúfēi): conj. unless   

“敬酒 (jìngjiǔ) Toasting” is an important part of dinner in China, especially at business dinners. One should follow the basic rules when attending a business dinner.…

中国商务送礼禁忌 Taboos of Giving Business Gifts in China (Intermediate)

中国商务送礼禁忌 (Zhōngguó shāngwù sònglǐ jìnjì) Taboos of giving business gifts in China

Key Learning Points (Preview):

送礼 (sònglǐ): v. to give gift

商务往来 (shāngwù wǎnglái): n. business exchanges/doing business with others

“送礼 (sònglǐ) Gift giving ” is an important part of “商务往来 (shāngwù wǎnglái) doing business” in China.…

Business Etiquette- Hang up a Phone Call (Intermediate)

Chinese Lessons about Business Etiquette- Hang up a Phone Call (Intermediate)

Key Learning Points (Preview):

帮忙(bāngmáng): v. to help

转达(zhuǎndá): v. to convey

近日(jìnrì): adv. soon

As we all know, proper telephone etiquette is an important part of maintaining harmonious business relationships. Do you know how to politely end a telephone conversation in Chinese?…

商务问候礼仪 Business Greeting Etiquette (Intermediate)

商务问候礼仪 (shāngwù wènhòu lǐyí) Business Greeting Etiquette

Key Learning Points (Preview):

问候 (wènhòu): n/v. greeting/ to send one’s regards to

久仰 (jiǔyǎng): v. I’ve heard so much about you

Greetings are the first parts of a conversation between people during business exchanges. We greet people differently depending upon the circumstances.…

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