# How to Say “Driver” in Mandarin Chinese

**司机** /sī jī/: Driver

## Pronunciation

The IPA (International Phonetic Alphabet) transcription for “司机” is /sī jī/. Break it down syllable by syllable and practice at a slow pace before building up to conversational speed.

## Context

This phrase belongs to the [Getting Around](https://useorphi.com/learn/mandarin/vocabulary/getting-around.md) category. It is suitable for beginners.

## Frequently Asked Questions

### How do you pronounce "司机" in Mandarin Chinese?

The IPA pronunciation is /sī jī/. Practice saying it slowly, then at natural speed.

### What does "司机" mean in English?

"司机" translates to "Driver" in English. It belongs to the Getting Around category.

### Is "司机" formal or informal in Mandarin Chinese?

This is a commonly used expression in everyday Mandarin Chinese conversation. It is appropriate for both casual and standard contexts.

## More Getting Around Phrases

- ["Go (to)" → 去](https://useorphi.com/learn/mandarin/how-to-say/go-to.md): /qù/
- ["Arrive/to (a place)" → 到](https://useorphi.com/learn/mandarin/how-to-say/arriveto-a-place.md): /dào/
- ["Address" → 地址](https://useorphi.com/learn/mandarin/how-to-say/address.md): /dì zhǐ/
- ["Left" → 左](https://useorphi.com/learn/mandarin/how-to-say/left.md): /zuǒ/
- ["Right" → 右](https://useorphi.com/learn/mandarin/how-to-say/right.md): /yòu/
- ["Go straight" → 直走](https://useorphi.com/learn/mandarin/how-to-say/go-straight.md): /zhí zǒu/

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