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“write back” in Chinese

Chinese

Pronunciation

Pinyinhuí xìn

Example

我还没来得及给他回信。wǒ hái méi lái de jí gěi tā huí xìn

I haven't had time to write back to him yet.

Illustration for 回信 (write back)

How to say “write back” in Chinese

“Write back” in Chinese is 回信 (huí xìn).

A written response returns to the person who sent a letter or message, carrying an answer or greeting.

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

Example sentences with 回信

收到他的邮件后，我会尽快给他回信。shōu dào tā de yóu jiàn hòu wǒ huì jǐn kuài gěi tā huí xìn

After I receive his email, I will write back to him as soon as possible.

Tips for using 回信

  • The word applies to emails and other written messages as well as paper letters, so its everyday range is broader than the English word letter suggests.

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