English–Chinese
“immigrant” in Chinese
Chinese
Pronunciation
Pinyinyí mín
Example
我们有很多移民朋友。wǒ men yǒu hěn duō yí mín péng yǒu
We have many immigrant friends.
How to say “immigrant” in Chinese
“Immigrant” in Chinese is 移民 (yí mín).
A person who carries a settled life across a national or regional border and builds a lasting home in a new place.
Example sentences with 移民
政府正在讨论如何应对移民潮。zhèng fǔ zhèng zài tǎo lùn rú hé yìng duì yí mín cháo
The government is discussing how to respond to the wave of immigration.
Tips for using 移民
- In everyday Chinese, this word usually suggests long-term resettlement, not a short visit, temporary study period, or brief work assignment.