English–Chinese
“decent” in Chinese
Chinese
Pronunciation
Pinyinxiàng yàng
Example
你这次做得像样吗？nǐ zhè cì zuò de xiàng yàng ma
Did you do a decent job this time?
How to say “decent” in Chinese
“Decent” in Chinese is 像样 (xiàng yàng).
Something that passes a basic standard and looks presentable rather than makeshift.
Example sentences with 像样
他的收入还不像样。tā de shōu rù hái bú xiàng yàng
His income is still not decent.
Tips for using 像样
- 像样 (xiàngyàng, "decent-looking") can express approval for meeting expectations or mild criticism when a result falls below them, depending on the surrounding tone.