How to say “My name is…” in Classical Chinese
The most common way to say “my name is…” in Classical Chinese. Tap to copy or hear it pronounced.
吾名曰……
In a sentence
English
Hello, my name is…
Classical Chinese
安, 吾名曰……
Frequently asked
How do you say "My name is…" in Classical Chinese?
"My name is…" in Classical Chinese is "吾名曰……". This is the most common everyday rendering; depending on context, formal/informal or dialectal variants may apply.
How is "吾名曰……" written in Classical Chinese?
"吾名曰……" is the standard written form in Classical Chinese, rendered left-to-right.
How do you pronounce "吾名曰……" in Classical Chinese?
Tap the speaker icon on this page to hear "吾名曰……" pronounced by a native-style synthetic voice. For practice, repeat the phrase out loud immediately after listening — the rhythm and stress are usually what trips learners up, not the individual sounds.
What does "吾名曰……" mean in English?
"吾名曰……" is the Classical Chinese way of saying "My name is…" in English. It's used in everyday conversation in roughly the same situations as the English original.
Are there formal or informal ways to say "My name is…" in Classical Chinese?
Many languages — including Classical Chinese — distinguish formal and informal registers, and may also vary by speaker gender, plurality, or regional dialect. "吾名曰……" is the most broadly understood form; for register-specific variants, use the full translator above with your exact sentence.
Where is Classical Chinese spoken?
Classical Chinese is spoken by an estimated 10,000 people worldwide. Use the language page to translate full text and explore where the language is used.
Is there a free Classical Chinese dictionary?
Yes — Polytranslator provides a free Classical Chinese dictionary with word-by-word translations and example usage. Click the dictionary link on this page to look up individual words from "吾名曰……" or any other Classical Chinese text.