However, it's important to be more specific depending on the context:
* "Mandarin" is the official language of China and the most widely spoken variety. It's also called "Putonghua" (普通话) in Chinese.
* "Cantonese" is another major variety spoken in southern China and parts of Southeast Asia.
* "Min Nan" is spoken in Fujian province and some parts of Taiwan.
* "Wu" is spoken in the Shanghai area and nearby provinces.
* "Hakka" is spoken in scattered communities across China and Southeast Asia.
So, while "Chinese" is the most common term, it's best to be more specific about the particular language you're referring to.