What it means

Thank you. The second syllable is neutral tone — say it light and quick, not a full "xiè xiè."

When to use it

Used constantly, for everything from holding a door to a real favor. For extra warmth, double it: 谢谢谢谢.

xiè谢xie谢nǐ你de的bāng帮zhù助。

Thank you for your help.

xiè谢xie谢，nǐ你tài太kè客qì气le了。

Thanks, you're too kind.

xiè谢xie谢dà大jiā家！

Thank you everyone!

The full set of survival phrases for greetings, dining, shopping, and getting around, each with audio.