你从哪里来？
Where are you from?
بهطور تحتاللفظی: You from where come?
Use this phrase to show genuine interest in someone's roots and start a friendly conversation.
در ۱۵ ثانیه
- The standard way to ask someone's origin or nationality.
- Grammatically simple: Subject + From + Where + Come.
- Friendly and versatile for almost any social situation.
معنی
This is the go-to way to ask someone about their origin. It is the friendly 'Where are you from?' that opens doors to new friendships.
مثالهای کلیدی
3 از 6Meeting a new classmate
你好！你从哪里来？
Hello! Where are you from?
Chatting with a taxi driver
师傅，你从哪里来？
Driver, where are you from?
A formal business introduction
请问，您从哪里来？
May I ask, where are you from?
زمینه فرهنگی
In Chinese culture, knowing someone's origin helps establish a social connection. People often identify strongly with their ancestral province rather than just their current city. This phrase often leads to a long discussion about local food and traditions.
The 'Where' Swap
In Northern China, people often say `哪儿` (nǎr) instead of `哪里` (nǎlǐ). Both are correct, but `哪儿` sounds more 'Beijing'.
Don't Forget the 'Come'
Make sure to include `来` (lái) at the end. If you just say 'You from where', it sounds unfinished and a bit blunt.
در ۱۵ ثانیه
- The standard way to ask someone's origin or nationality.
- Grammatically simple: Subject + From + Where + Come.
- Friendly and versatile for almost any social situation.
What It Means
This phrase is your ultimate icebreaker in Chinese. It literally asks where a person has come from. In English, we use it to talk about hometowns or nationalities. In Chinese, it works exactly the same way. It is simple, direct, and very warm. You are basically asking for someone's story in four short words.
How To Use It
Just say it as it is: 你从哪里来？. You do not need to change the word order for a question. The grammar is super straightforward. You can use it when meeting someone for the first time. It is perfect for that 'getting to know you' phase. Just be ready for a long answer if they love their hometown!
When To Use It
Use this at a party when you meet someone new. It is great for a first date to keep the conversation flowing. You can use it at a business mixer during the coffee break. It also works perfectly when you are traveling and meet fellow backpackers. If you see someone looking lost with a map, this is a kind start. It shows you are genuinely interested in their background.
When NOT To Use It
Do not use this if you are in a high-stakes formal meeting with a CEO. There are more 'fancy' ways to ask that sound more professional. Avoid using it if you have already been talking for an hour. It might seem like you weren't listening! Also, do not use it if someone is clearly in a rush. They might think you are trying to sell them something.
Cultural Background
In China, people are very proud of their 'Laojia' or ancestral home. Even if someone grew up in Beijing, they might say they are from a tiny village. Asking where someone is from is a sign of respect for their roots. It is much more than just a geographic location. It is about identity and family history. It is a very common way to build 'Guanxi' or social connections.
Common Variations
You might hear 你是哪国人？ if they want to know your nationality specifically. Another common one is 你是哪里人？ which is even more casual. If you want to be extra polite, use 您 instead of 你. In the north, you might hear a little 'r' sound at the end of 哪里. Don't worry, it is the same meaning, just a local flair! It's like a linguistic hug from a local.
نکات کاربردی
This is a neutral-formality phrase suitable for most daily interactions. It is polite enough for new acquaintances but casual enough for friends.
The 'Where' Swap
In Northern China, people often say `哪儿` (nǎr) instead of `哪里` (nǎlǐ). Both are correct, but `哪儿` sounds more 'Beijing'.
Don't Forget the 'Come'
Make sure to include `来` (lái) at the end. If you just say 'You from where', it sounds unfinished and a bit blunt.
The 'Laojia' Secret
If a Chinese person answers with a province you've never heard of, ask 'What is the famous food there?' You will make a friend for life!
مثالها
6你好！你从哪里来？
Hello! Where are you from?
A standard, friendly way to start a conversation with a peer.
师傅，你从哪里来？
Driver, where are you from?
Common small talk in China; drivers often come from different provinces.
请问，您从哪里来？
May I ask, where are you from?
Using 'Nin' and 'Qingwen' makes the question very respectful.
你是哪里人？你从哪里来？
Where are you from? (Where is your home?)
Doubling up on the question shows enthusiasm in a text.
你穿得这么奇怪，你从哪里来？
You're dressed so weirdly, where (on earth) are you from?
Using the literal meaning to joke about an alien or strange outfit.
孩子，你到底从哪里来？
Child, where have you come from (after all this time)?
Adding 'daodi' adds emotional weight to the question.
خودت رو بسنج
Complete the question to ask someone where they are from.
你 ___ 哪里来？
The word `从` (cóng) means 'from' and is essential for indicating the starting point.
Choose the correct question word for 'where'.
你从 ___ 来？
`哪里` (nǎlǐ) is the standard word for 'where' in Mandarin.
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ابزارهای بصری یادگیری
Formality Spectrum
Used with friends or peers.
你是哪里人？
Standard way to ask anyone.
你从哪里来？
Polite inquiry for elders or bosses.
请问您从哪里来？
When to Ask 'Where are you from?'
University Orientation
Asking a new dorm mate.
Tourist Spot
Chatting with a fellow traveler.
Dinner Party
Meeting a friend of a friend.
Online Gaming
Asking a teammate on voice chat.
سوالات متداول
11 سوالIt literally translates to 'You from where come?'. The word 从 means 'from' and 来 means 'to come'.
Yes, it is considered a very friendly and normal question in China. It is not seen as intrusive like it might be in some Western cultures.
You can say 我从 [place] 来 or simply 我是 [place] 人. For example, 我从美国来 (I come from America).
你是哪里人 literally means 'You are where person?'. It is slightly more informal and specifically asks about your hometown/identity.
If you are speaking to someone much older or a high-ranking official, use 您 (nín). For everyone else, 你 (nǐ) is perfect.
Yes! If you see someone arriving with suitcases, 你从哪里来？ can mean 'Where did you just fly in from?'.
Not exactly slang, but young people might just say 哪儿的？ (nǎr de?) which is very abbreviated. It's like saying 'From where?'.
Unlike English, you don't necessarily need to rise at the end. The question word 哪里 already signals it is a question.
You should use 你是哪国人？ (Nǐ shì nǎ guó rén?). This specifically asks 'Which country are you from?'.
Yes, but usually during the 'small talk' phase before or after the official meeting. It helps build rapport.
Leaving out the 来 (come) makes the sentence grammatically incomplete. Always remember to end with the verb!
عبارات مرتبط
你是哪国人？ (Which country are you from?)
你的家乡在哪里？ (Where is your hometown?)
你是哪里人？ (Where are you from/What is your origin?)
你住在哪儿？ (Where do you live?)
欢迎你！ (Welcome!)
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