| Getting a haircut can be a refreshing and enjoyable experience, but it can also be a bit intimidating if you're in a foreign country and don't know the local language. In China, hair salons are known for their friendly service and high-quality cuts, but knowing the right vocabulary can make your visit even smoother. Whether you're looking for a simple trim or a complete hairstyle transformation, this guide will equip you with the essential Chinese words and phrases you need to communicate your preferences effectively. This is part one. Don’t forget to read part two of our article!  Finding the Right Hair Salon When you're searching for a hair salon in China, you'll likely see signs that say "理发店" (lǐfàdiàn) or "美发店" (měifàdiàn). Both terms mean "hair salon," but "理发店" is more commonly used for traditional barber shops, while "美发店" is often associated with more modern and upscale salons. 附近有理发店吗? (fùjìn yǒu lǐfàdiàn ma?): Is there a hair salon nearby? Making an Appointment In China, it's not always necessary to make an appointment for a haircut, but it can help ensure you get the stylist and time you prefer. You can call the salon and use phrases like: 我想预约一个理发时间。 (wǒ xiǎng yùyuē yīgè lǐfà shíjiān): I'd like to book an appointment for a haircut. 明天下午三点可以吗? (míngtiān xiàwǔ sāndiǎn kěyǐ ma?): Is 3 p.m. tomorrow available? If you prefer to walk in, you can simply say: 我想剪头发。 (wǒ xiǎng jiǎn tóufǎ): I want to get a haircut. Describing Your Haircut Preferences One of the most important parts of getting a haircut is being able to describe what you want. Here are some key terms and phrases to help you communicate your preferences clearly. Length and Style: 短发 (duǎnfà): Short hair 长发 (chángfà): Long hair 中长发 (zhōngchángfà): Medium-length hair 剪短一点 (jiǎn duǎn yīdiǎn): Cut it a little shorter 留长一点 (liú cháng yīdiǎn): Leave it a little longer Specific Styles: 直发 (zhífà): Straight hair 卷发 (juǎnfà): Curly hair 波浪卷 (bōlàngjuǎn): Wavy curls 层次 (cénghuì): Layers 齐刘海 (qí liúhǎi): Straight bangs 斜刘海 (xié liúhǎi): Side-swept bangs Haircut Techniques: 修剪 (xiūjiǎn): Trim 吹干 (chuīgān): Blow-dry 烫发 (tàngfà): Perm 染发 (rǎnfà): Hair dye 剪齐 (jiǎn qí): Cut evenly 打薄 (dǎbó): Thinning Example Phrases: 我想剪个短发，齐刘海。 (wǒ xiǎng jiǎn gè duǎnfà, qí liúhǎi): I want a short haircut with straight bangs. 能不能剪个层次? (néng bùnéng jiǎn gè céng huì?): Can you cut some layers? 我想把头发染成棕色。 (wǒ xiǎng bǎ tóufǎ rǎn chéng zōngsè): I want to dye my hair brown. |
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