The Nihaoma Myth - Do Chinese People Actually Say it?
Today we’re tackling one of the biggest myths Chinese learners encounter: Is 你好吗 (‘How are you’) a commonly used phrase in China? Here’s your spoiler alert: It’s like asking ‘How do you do?’ at Starbucks. In this video, I’ll break down this paradox in 3 parts: 1. Why this phrase is rarely used and the cultural difference behind it 2. What are the alternatives for small talk 3. When you can use Ni hao ma appropriately Hope you enjoy your Mandarin Learning journey. Lots of love from Leo!
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