How to say “Thank you” in Classical Chinese

The most common way to say “thank you” in Classical Chinese. Tap to copy or hear it pronounced.

謝子

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How do you say "Thank you" in Classical Chinese?

"Thank you" in Classical Chinese is "謝子". This is the most common everyday rendering; depending on context, formal/informal or dialectal variants may apply.

How is "謝子" written in Classical Chinese?

"謝子" is the standard written form in Classical Chinese, rendered left-to-right.

How do you pronounce "謝子" in Classical Chinese?

Tap the speaker icon on this page to hear "謝子" 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 "謝子" mean in English?

"謝子" is the Classical Chinese way of saying "Thank you" 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 "Thank you" in Classical Chinese?

Many languages — including Classical Chinese — distinguish formal and informal registers, and may also vary by speaker gender, plurality, or regional dialect. "謝子" 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 "謝子" or any other Classical Chinese text.

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