Chinese phrase
您叫什么名字？ nín jiào shén me míng zì
Meaning
What is your name?
When to use it
This is a polite way to ask for someone's name. It is often used with strangers, older people, or in formal settings.
Example dialogue
请问，您叫什么名字？ qǐng wèn nín jiào shén me míng zì
Excuse me, what is your name?
我叫李明。 wǒ jiào lǐ míng
My name is Li Ming.