English–Chinese
“be careful” in Chinese
How to say “be careful” in Chinese
“Be careful” in Chinese is 小心 (xiǎo xīn).
A person keeps attention on the next action, reducing danger and mistakes.
Example sentences with 小心
走山路要小心脚下。zǒu shān lù yào xiǎo xīn jiǎo xià
Be careful where you step when walking on mountain paths.
Tips for using 小心
- In spoken Chinese, this warning can stand alone when the danger is obvious, so a short utterance can still be a complete message.
Other Chinese words for “be careful”
过马路时要注意安全。guò mǎ lù shí yào zhù yì ān quán
Be careful when crossing the street.
上楼梯时要当心，别摔倒。shàng lóu tī shí yào dāng xīn bié shuāi dǎo
Be careful when going up the stairs, or you might fall.
下楼时要留神，别摔倒。xià lóu shí yào liú shén bié shuāi dǎo
Be careful when going downstairs so you do not fall.
出门时要注意安全。chū mén shí yào zhù yì ān quán
Be careful when you go out.