Why does the Chinese word for "Correct / Right" sound like
Dway?!

The Real Meaning

In Mandarin Chinese, the character (pronounced as duì) actually translates to Correct / Right.

The Funny Part

Chinese people say 对对对 (three times) when they agree. One 对 means 'sure'. Three means 'absolutely'.

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对 means 'correct' or 'right'! duì — fourth tone. Say 对对对 to agree enthusiastically!