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Ask the important questions when renting an apartment in China.
An apartment viewing often involves practical details: rent, deposits, utilities, and when you can move in. These phrases help you start the conversation and follow the key points.
Useful phrases to practice
Ask about the rent
房租多少钱？(fáng zū duō shǎo qián?) means “How much is the rent?”
Ask about the deposit
押金是多少？(yā jīn shì duō shǎo?) means “How much is the deposit?”
Ask when you can move in
什么时候可以入住？(shén me shí hou kě yǐ rù zhù?) means “When can I move in?”
Make it a conversation
Knowing a phrase is the start. Using it in a real reply is the goal.
TalkChinese AI lets you rehearse this situation as a back-and-forth conversation, so you can respond instead of just recognize the words.
- Hear the situationStart with a natural prompt about living in china.
- Reply in your own wordsSay the phrase aloud, then make it yours with the detail you need.
- Handle the follow-upKeep the exchange moving when the other person asks a question you did not expect.
- Get useful feedbackReview what sounded natural and try the conversation again with more confidence.
请再说一遍
qǐng zài shuō yí biàn — “Please say that again.” One reliable sentence gives you room to listen, think, and keep going.
Questions people ask
What does 押金 mean?
押金 (yā jīn) means a security deposit. Confirm the amount and refund conditions before signing.
Should I inspect an apartment in person?
Yes. Check the condition, utilities, internet, and contract terms before committing.
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