Chinese phrase
这是〜 zhè shì 〜
Meaning
This is ___
When to use it
This phrase introduces or identifies a person or thing. It is often used when presenting something or saying what something is.
Example dialogue
这是我的手机。 zhè shì wǒ de shǒu jī
This is my phone.
你在哪儿买的？ nǐ zài nǎr mǎi de
Where did you buy it?