How to Book a Foot Massage in Mandarin: Expressing Strength, Duration

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Foot massages are a great way to relax and revitalize during a trip to Taiwan. **Vocabulary list below!** Spas and massage parlors are everywhere in Taipei, which reflects their popularity among local people. Although Mandarin language student Bertie has had massages before, he's never had a foot massage. His Taiwanese Mandarin teacher Peggy decides to show him what this relaxing and rejuvenating activity is all about. Peggy is quick to point out that although you can get a foot massage around almost every corner, that doesn't mean these shops always have an opening. In fact, foot massage is so popular that it's important to make a reservation in advance if you want to ensure you can get in. That's where this Mandarin class comes in. After following along with the phrases in this episode, you'll be able to book a massage, notify the staff of your reservation, specify the type and length of the massage and tell the staff member whether to press harder or softer. Mandarin on the Go teaches Taiwanese Mandarin (aka Mandarin Chinese) in easy-to-digest segments that are both practical and reflect how Taiwanese people use the Mandarin language in daily life. We incorporate real-life scenarios and elements of local culture to provide a fun learning environment while encouraging authentic connections. **Vocabulary & Phrases** 預約 yù yuē Reservation 我有預約 wǒ yǒu yù yuē I have a reservation. 晚上 wǎn shang Evening 晚上8點15分 wǎn shang bā diǎn shí wǔ fēn 8:15 p.m. 需要什麼服務呢 xū yào shén me fú wù ne What type of service do you need? 腳底按摩 jiǎo dǐ àn mó Foot massage 70 qī shí Seventy 分鐘 fēn zhōng Minute 70分鐘腳底按摩 qī shí fēn zhōng jiǎo dǐ àn mó A 70-minute foot massage. 謝謝 xiè xie Thank you. 請問力道需要調整嗎 qǐng wèn lì dào xū yào tiáo zhěng ma Does the strength need to be adjusted? 小力一點 xiǎo lì yī diǎn A bit softer. 小 xiǎo Small 大杯/小杯 dà bēi/xiǎo bēi Large cup/Small cup 大 dà Large 大力一點 dà lì yī diǎn A bit harder. 再大力一點 zài dà lì yī diǎn Even harder.

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