Mandarin Monkey Podcast eBook Read Along #4 - Mandarin Phrase Book Walk-through (p16-19)
Dec 18, 2018
Dive into essential Mandarin vocabulary for dietary restrictions like gluten-free and vegetarian options. Explore how to comfortably explain lactose intolerance at restaurants. Discover key phrases for ordering water and understanding restaurant customs. Unpack business Mandarin, including polite expressions, job application terms, and how to ask about company revenue. Plus, enjoy a sneak peek at upcoming discussions on sex and emergencies. Perfect for anyone looking to enhance their Mandarin skills!
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Say "I Eat Vegetarian" Not "I Am"
- Use 吃素 to say "I eat vegetarian" rather than "I am vegetarian" in Chinese.
- Ask "你们有素食餐吗?" to request a vegetarian meal at a restaurant.
How To Say You Can't Eat Wheat
- Say 我不吃小麦食品 to communicate a wheat intolerance clearly.
- Or simplify to 我不吃小麦的东西 if you forget 食品.
Say Lactose Intolerance Or Explain Symptoms
- Use 乳糖不耐症 to state lactose intolerance in medical terms.
- If that's awkward, explain your stomach will be uncomfortable instead of explicit symptoms.