All words ›Xie
SurnameHow to pronounce “Xie”
谢xiè
Literally: to thank — the same character as in xièxie.
❌ What English speakers usually say
“zee-ay” or “ex-ee-eh”
✅ What to say instead
syeh — one syllable, falling, said with a smile
The shape of the word
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Syllable by syllable
| Syllable | Tone | Practise it |
|---|---|---|
| 谢 xiè | Fourth tone — sharp fall | xie — open drill → |
Questions people ask
How do you pronounce Xie?
Xie is 谢, xiè — syeh — one syllable, falling, said with a smile. Literally it means to thank — the same character as in xièxie.
What is the most common mistake with Xie?
“zee-ay” or “ex-ee-eh”
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Can you actually say it?
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