English–Chinese
“have a meal” in Chinese
Chinese
Pronunciation
Pinyinyòng cān
Example
我们在餐厅一起用餐。wǒ men zài cān tīng yì qǐ yòng cān
We are having a meal together at the restaurant.
How to say “have a meal” in Chinese
“Have a meal” in Chinese is 用餐 (yòng cān).
Eating is framed as a planned meal in a particular place and time, often with social or ceremonial importance.
Example sentences with 用餐
节假日很多人选择外出用餐。jié jià rì hěn duō rén xuǎn zé wài chū yòng cān
During public holidays, many people choose to eat out.
Tips for using 用餐
- In menus, hotel notices, and invitations, 用餐 (yòngcān, "dine") gives the wording a polished public tone suited to organized hospitality.