In the wave of globalization, more and more enterprises value Chinese language skills, especially the ability to apply business Chinese conversation. Whether you are looking for job opportunities, preparing to expand into the Chinese market, or cooperating with clients from China, Taiwan, or Hong Kong, mastering business Chinese conversation is an essential component.
What is Business Chinese Conversation?
Business Chinese conversation refers to the Chinese used in workplace or business environments, including meeting communication, making a request, commercial presentations, email correspondence, negotiation, and client relationship management. Compared to everyday Chinese, business Chinese conversation emphasizes professional, polite, and strategic expressions.
Why Learn Business Chinese Conversation?
1. Opportunities to Explore Chinese-Speaking Markets
Chinese speakers are distributed globally, especially in mainland China, Taiwan, Singapore, Malaysia, and other places with a large amount of business activity. Having business Chinese conversation abilities is equivalent to holding a ticket to enter these markets.
2. Enhance Workplace Competitiveness
Many people can speak Chinese, but those who can conduct business Chinese conversations are relatively rare. Through professional training, you can stand out among numerous job seekers, especially with advantages in multinational companies.
3. Improve Communication Efficiency and Build Trust
When communicating with Chinese-speaking clients or colleagues, using fluent and correct business Chinese conversation can avoid misunderstandings, build trust, and more effectively convey your business value.
4. Strengthen Negotiation and Presentation Skills
Whether conducting business presentations or commercial negotiations, business Chinese conversation is your tool to demonstrate professionalism and influence. Good language mastery can help you express your viewpoints more confidently and clearly.
5. Increase Cross-Cultural Understanding
The process of learning business Chinese conversation also involves exposure to Chinese business etiquette, cultural differences, and communication styles, helping to establish deeper cross-cultural business relationships.
How Does Business Chinese Conversation Differ from General Chinese Conversation?
Many beginners often think that being able to speak Chinese means they can communicate in business settings, but business Chinese conversation and general conversation have significant differences. Understanding these differences can help you prepare more effectively and avoid workplace pitfalls.
For example, “Do you have time?” sounds natural in daily life, but in business Chinese conversation, you might say, “May I ask if you have time to schedule a meeting this week?” This type of sentence shows more professionalism and respect.
Common Learning Topics in Business Chinese Conversation
To effectively improve your business Chinese conversation ability, you can start with the following topics:
- Self-introduction and company introduction
- Business email writing
- Telephone communication and appointment scheduling
- Business negotiation and price discussion
- Professional presentations and meeting dialogue
- Customer service and problem handling
Each topic can simulate actual scenarios, making learning more relevant to actual work needs.
Practical Examples of Business Chinese Conversation
Here are a few examples of common business Chinese conversation scenarios to give you a glimpse of the practicality of learning content:
1. Meeting Arrangements
A: May I ask if we can schedule a meeting for next week?
請問我們可以安排下週的會議嗎？
qǐng wèn wǒ men kě yǐ ān pái xià zhōu de huì yì ma?
B: Yes, what time is convenient for you?
好的，您方便的時間是？
hǎo de，nín fāng biàn de shí jiān shì?
A: I am more available on Wednesday morning next week.
我下週三上午比較有空。
wǒ xià zhōu sān shàng wǔ bǐ jiào yǒu kòng
B: Then let’s set it for 10 o’clock next Wednesday morning, the meeting location is Conference Room 3.
那我們就訂在下週三上午十點，會議地點是第三會議室。
nà wǒ men jiù dìng zài xià zhōu sān shàng wǔ shí diǎn，huì yì dì diǎn shì dì sān huì yì shì
👉 You will learn how to arrange and confirm meeting details using polite, clear language.
2. Price Inquiry
A: What is the quotation for this product?
這款產品的報價是多少？
zhè kuǎn chǎn pǐn de bào jià shì duō shǎo?
B: Hello, this product is NT$850 per piece. If you order more than 100 pieces at once, we can offer a 10% discount.
您好，我們這款產品每件是新台幣 850 元，若您一次訂購超過 100 件，可以再提供九折優惠。
nín hǎo，wǒ men zhè kuǎn chǎn pǐn měi jiàn shì xīn tái bì 850 yuán，ruò nín yí cì dìng gòu chāo guò 100 jiàn，kě yǐ zài tí gōng jiǔ zhé yōu huì。
👉 You will learn how to express prices, discounts, and quantity limitations to make the transaction process smoother.
3. Business Email Writing
Subject: Meeting Invitation: New Product Presentation on April 15
主旨：會議邀請：4月15日新品簡報會
huì yì yāo qǐng : 4 yuè 15 rì xīn pǐn jiǎn bào huì
Dear Manager Wang,
Thank you for your valuable suggestions last time. Our company will hold a new product presentation on April 15th (Tuesday) at 10:00 AM at our headquarters. We sincerely invite you to take time to attend. Please reply if you will be attending. Thank you!
王經理您好：
感謝您上次的寶貴建議。本公司將於4月15日（週二）上午10:00於本部舉辦新品簡報會，誠摯邀請您撥冗參加。敬請回覆是否出席，謝謝！
wáng jīng lǐ nín hǎo :
gǎn xiè nín shàng cì de bǎo guì jiàn yì。běn gōng sī jiāng yú 4 yuè 15 rì (zhōu èr )shàng wǔ 10:00 yú běn bù jǔ bàn xīn pǐn jiǎn bào huì，chéng zhì yāo qǐng nín bō rǒng cān jiā。jìng qǐng huí fù shì fǒu chū xí，xiè xie !
👉 Actually learn email format, respectful terminology, and professional wording.
4. Presentation Introduction
Opening: Good morning, managers. Thank you all for taking the time to attend today’s presentation. Next, I will introduce this quarter’s marketing strategy and budget planning.
開場白：各位主管早安，感謝大家撥冗參加今天的簡報。接下來由我來為各位介紹本季度的行銷策略與預算規劃。
gè wèi zhǔ guǎn zǎo ān，gǎn xiè dà jiā bō rǒng cān jiā jīn tiān de jiǎn bào。jiē xià lái yóu wǒ lái wèi gè wèi jiè shào běn jì dù de xíng xiāo cè lüè yǔ yù suàn guī huà。
👉 You can learn how to confidently open a meeting and present a professional image.
How to Effectively Learn Business Chinese Conversation?
- Enroll in Professional Courses: Choose practically oriented business Chinese conversation courses to systematically learn workplace language and cultural background.
- Participate in Simulation Activities: Such as simulated meetings and business dialogue practice to increase practical experience.
- Watch Business Programs and News: Understand the latest business terminology and industry trends.
- Interact with Native Speakers: Interact with Chinese speakers to improve the sense of language and response speed.
Why Choose Oh Young Language Center to Learn Business Chinese Conversation?
If you are looking for professional and practical business Chinese courses, Oh Young Language Center is your best choice!
Oh Young Language Center designs courses specifically for foreign learners, combining practical conversation and Taiwanese local workplace culture, allowing students not just to “speak Chinese,” but to confidently communicate in Chinese and enter the workplace. Our course features include:
- Designed specifically for workplace needs, covering topics such as meetings, emails, presentations, customer response, etc.
- Small interactive practice classes + customized course content
- Support for online and physical learning, easy to learn even if not in Taiwan!
Whether you want to work in Taiwanese enterprises, apply for a Chinese master’s degree, or expand into the Chinese market, Oh Young can help you build solid business Chinese conversation skills from basic to advanced.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q1: My Chinese isn’t good, can I learn business Chinese conversation? You can start learning from basic Chinese courses, progress step by step, and start business Chinese courses after building a good foundation.
Q2: Do I need to know how to read and write Chinese characters for the class? We provide pinyin, zhuyin, and bilingual teaching materials to help students of different levels get started and improve. Students can discuss learning methods with the teacher according to their own needs.
Q3: Are there online courses? Yes! Ouyang provides online and physical courses, allowing you to learn easily, even if you’re not in Taiwan.
