Most Common Traditional Chinese Verbs PDF Download and Quiz

Verbs are the engine of Traditional Chinese conversations-without them, you’re just pointing and hoping. This collection rounds up around 1,000 of the most common verbs you’ll actually need, whether you’re ordering dumplings, sharing a funny story, or texting a friend. No dusty textbook relics, just practical action words that keep your sentences moving.

Each verb packs a clear meaning and a realistic example sentence, so you see exactly how it behaves in wild, everyday Chinese. We’ve added audio playback for every entry-your ears need practice just as much as your eyes. When you’re ready to study offline, grab the free PDF using the download button right below the table.

This isn’t a curated list for a specific exam. It’s built for general learners who want a clean reference, not a stuffy grammar lecture. Think of it as your go-to verb cheat sheet whether you’re a beginner hungry for the basics or a more confident learner filling gaps.

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Quick Quiz

Think you’ve locked a few of these verbs into memory? The quick quiz below gives you a friendly nudge-no stress, just a way to spot the ones that need a second look.

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WordPinyinTypeMeaningAudio
穿chuānOtherto wear, to put on
qióngOther
zhànverbto stand
xiàoOtherto smile, to laugh, to laugh at
符合fúhéOther
bènOther
děngOtherto wait
děngverbto wait
等待děngdàiOther
Other
答應dāyìngOther
suànOtherto calculate
算了suànleOther
guănOther
管理guănlĭOther
簡單jiǎndānOtherto be simple, uncomplicated
簽名qiānmíngOtherto sign (one's name with a pen etc)/to autograph/signature
糊塗hútúOther
紀念jìniànOtherto commemorate
yuēOthermake an appointment
約會yuēhuìOther,個|个[ge4]/to arrange to meet
lèiOtherto be tired
Other
細心xìxīnOther
jiéOther

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