English–Chinese
“city” in Chinese
How to say “city” in Chinese
“City” in Chinese is 市 (shì).
A fixed hub that brings people, homes, trade, and local government together.
Example sentences with 市
这座城市很热闹。zhè zuò chéng shì hěn rè nào
This city is very lively.
Tips for using 市
- In a formal place name, 市 (shì, "city") may be included, while everyday speech can use the shorter name when the place is clear.
Other Chinese words for “city”
这座城市很漂亮。zhè zuò chéng shì hěn piào liàng
This city is very beautiful.
导游带我们参观了古城的城门。dǎo yóu dài wǒ men cān guān le gǔ chéng de chéng mén
The guide took us to see the gates of the ancient city.
他在城里工作。tā zài chéng lǐ gōng zuò
He works in the city.
她喜欢都会的生活。tā xǐ huān dū huì de shēng huó
She likes city life.
我喜欢都市的夜生活。wǒ xǐ huān dū shì de yè shēng huó
I like the nightlife in the city.