How to Say “Friend” in Mandarin

朋友
péngyou

Friend

Loop it until it sticks →or hear it in a slower voice, tone by tone

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  • 朋péngfriend
  • 友youfriend

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How do you say "Friend" in Mandarin?
"Friend" in Mandarin is 朋友, pronounced péngyou (second tone, neutral tone).
What does 朋友 mean literally?
朋友 breaks down as 朋 (friend) + 友 (friend).
What tones does 朋友 use?
朋友 is pronounced péngyou: second tone, neutral tone.