Chinese phrase

不如试试〜 bù rú shì shì 〜

Meaning

Why not try ___?

When to use it

This phrase gently suggests trying an option. It introduces a practical next step and often sounds friendly and encouraging in everyday conversation.

Example dialogue

你总是说想学画画,不如试试报个周末班? nǐ zǒng shì shuō xiǎng xué huà huà bù rú shì shì bào gè zhōu mò bān

You always say you want to learn to draw, so why not try signing up for a weekend class?

好主意,我去看看什么时候有课。 hǎo zhǔ yì wǒ qù kàn kàn shén me shí hòu yǒu kè

Good idea. I'll find out when classes start.

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