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How do you pronounce sit in mandarin?

The Mandarin pronunciation of "sit" depends on the context:

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.

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