How to Sign "Stop" in Chinese

Chinese Stop Sign

When visiting a foreign country, such as China, it is important to learn a few simple questions and commands. Learning "stop" is helpful, especially if you find yourself in an unfamiliar or uncomfortable situation. It is imperative to your safety when operating a motorized vehicle or even a bike. You can learn how to read and say it, show it through gestures, and to recognize it as a traffic symbol.

Instructions

"Stop" in Chinese

1. In China, "stop" is written as 停. A stop sign has a white background containing a red circle with 停 inside.

2. Body language is a universal language. The Chinese use many of the same gestures for stop as Americans do. Holding your palms out in front of you while facing the person you are requesting to stop is one way to signal it. Making a time-out, or "T", with your hands also signals stop.

3. "Stop," in Chinese is pronounced Ting.

Tips & Warnings

• Take a language course or buy a translation dictionary when visiting a foreign county.

Resources

• Chinese for Tourists