English–Chinese
“shampoo” in Chinese
Chinese
Pronunciation
Pinyinxǐ fà shuǐ
Example
我忘了带洗发水。wǒ wàng le dài xǐ fà shuǐ
I forgot to bring shampoo.
How to say “shampoo” in Chinese
“Shampoo” in Chinese is 洗发水 (xǐ fà shuǐ).
A foaming liquid that loosens oil and dirt on hair and scalp so water can carry them away.
Example sentences with 洗发水
我去超市买洗发水。wǒ qù chāo shì mǎi xǐ fà shuǐ
I am going to the supermarket to buy shampoo.
Tips for using 洗发水
- In everyday Chinese, 洗头 (xǐtóu, "wash one's hair") names the activity, whereas this noun names the product, so both can appear in a sentence about packing for a trip.