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“outgoing” in Chinese

Chinese

Pronunciation

Pinyinwài xiàng

Example

他很外向,喜欢参加聚会。tā hěn wài xiàng xǐ huān cān jiā jù huì

He is very outgoing and likes attending parties.

Illustration for 外向 (outgoing)

How to say “outgoing” in Chinese

“Outgoing” in Chinese is 外向 (wài xiàng).

A social personality that opens readily to people and expresses itself openly.

Full entry for 外向: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with 外向

他对别人很外向,但在家里比较安静。tā duì bié rén hěn wài xiàng dàn zài jiā lǐ bǐ jiào ān jìng

He is very outgoing with others, but fairly quiet at home.

Tips for using 外向

  • In everyday descriptions, this adjective can describe a child, classmate, or coworker who readily joins social activities without implying constant talking or deep friendship.

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