Chinese phrase
借书需要带什么证件？ jiè shū xū yào dài shén me zhèng jiàn
Meaning
What identification do I need to borrow books?
When to use it
Asks which identification is needed to borrow books. It is a polite, practical way to ask about a library's document requirements.
Example dialogue
我刚来留学，借书需要带什么证件？ wǒ gāng lái liú xué jiè shū xū yào dài shén me zhèng jiàn
I just came to study abroad. What ID do I need to borrow books?
带护照和学生证就行，但有些馆还要居住证明或临时证。 dài hù zhào hé xué shēng zhèng jiù xíng dàn yǒu xiē guǎn hái yào jū zhù zhèng míng huò lín shí zhèng
A passport and student ID are enough, but some libraries also require proof of residence or a temporary card.