English–Chinese
“don't have to” in Chinese
Chinese
Pronunciation
Pinyinbù bì
Example
你不必太担心。nǐ bú bì tài dān xīn
You don't have to worry too much.
How to say “don't have to” in Chinese
“Don't have to” in Chinese is 不必 (bù bì).
The pressure to take an action disappears, leaving that action open rather than required.
Example sentences with 不必
你不必为小事生气，保持冷静更重要。nǐ bú bì wèi xiǎo shì shēng qì bǎo chí lěng jìng gèng zhòng yào
You don't have to get angry over small things; staying calm is more important.
Tips for using 不必
- In everyday conversation, this expression can reassure someone who is worrying or overpreparing without criticizing the person or the feeling.