🎧 How to Ask the Time in Chinese ⏰🇨🇳

“What time is it now?” “What time are we leaving?” —
two of the most useful questions you’ll ever need in Mandarin!

In this episode of eChineseLearningPod, Ruby and Eric break down everyday time expressions that go way beyond the textbook. You’ll learn how to ask for the time naturally — from “现在几点了？(xiàn zài jǐ diǎn le?)” to planning your day with phrases like “我们几点出发？(wǒ men jǐ diǎn chū fā?)” — plus how to tell 3:15, 3:30, and even “a quarter to four” like a native speaker.

With a fun role play and easy explanations, this short lesson gives you the confidence to talk about time in real-life conversations — whether you’re catching a train, meeting friends, or planning your next trip in China!

💡 Key takeaways:

• Ask naturally: “现在几点了？(xiàn zài jǐ diǎn le?)” = What time is it now?
• Talk about activities: “我们几点出发？(wǒ men jǐ diǎn chū fā?)” = What time are we leaving?
• Express minutes easily: “三点半 (sān diǎn bàn)” = 3:30, “三点一刻 (sān diǎn yī kè)” = 3:15
• Use time phrases in daily plans and small talk

🎁 Want to sound more natural in every conversation?
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