Chinese phrase

找不到〜怎么办? zhǎo bú dào 〜 zěn me bàn

Meaning

What do I do if I can't find ___?

When to use it

This asks what to do when something cannot be found. It is a common way to ask for help about a lost item, often with a worried tone.

Example dialogue

我 找不到 护照 怎么办? wǒ zhǎo bú dào hù zhào zěn me bàn

I can't find my passport. What do I do?

别着急,先回去检查行李和房间,找不到就去大使馆补办。 bié zháo jí xiān huí qù jiǎn chá xíng lǐ hé fáng jiān zhǎo bú dào jiù qù dà shí guǎn bǔ bàn

Don't worry, first go back and check your luggage and room, and if you still can't find it, go to the embassy to replace it.

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