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Complete collection of Chinese English expressions — from classics to viral hits.

Made in China
中国制造
Manufactured in China label.
Red envelope
红包
Money gift for Chinese New Year.
Kung fu
功夫
Chinese martial arts.
Feng shui
风水
Arranging space for harmony.
Tofu
豆腐
Soybean food.
Dim sum
点心
Small Chinese dishes.
Wok
锅
Round-bottomed cooking pan.
Chop chop
快快
Hurry up!
Gung ho
工合
Eager, enthusiastic.
Yen
瘾
Strong desire.
Tycoon
大君
Wealthy businessperson.
Sampan
舢板
Small wooden boat.
Lychee
荔枝
Sweet tropical fruit.
Ginseng
人参
Root used in Chinese medicine.
Tai chi
太极
Chinese martial art for health.
Mahjong
麻将
Four-player tile game.
Kowtow
叩头
Kneel and bow. Also be overly submissive.
Silk
丝
Fine thread from silkworms.
China
瓷器
Fine porcelain.
Tea
茶
Drink from steeping tea leaves.