For the action of sitting:
* 坐 (zuò): This is the most common word for "sit." It's pronounced with a rising tone, like "dzwoh."
For a seat or place to sit:
* 座位 (zuò wèi): This literally means "sit position" and refers to a seat. The pronunciation is "dzwoh wey," with a rising tone for "zuò" and a neutral tone for "wèi."
Example:
* 我坐在椅子上。(wǒ zuò zài yǐ zi shàng): I am sitting on the chair. (wǒ - wo, zuò - dzwoh, zài - dzai, yǐ - ee, zi - dz, shàng - shang)
Important Note: The pronunciation of Mandarin can be tricky, especially for tones. It's best to use a reliable pronunciation guide or app to hear the correct sounds.