Work & Professionalbeginnerneutral
辛苦了
xīn kǔ le
You've worked hard / thanks for your effort
When to Use
A very important phrase in Chinese professional and social culture. Used to acknowledge someone's effort or hard work. Said to delivery drivers, colleagues after a long meeting, or anyone who's helped you.
Examples
辛苦了，快休息吧。(You've worked hard, take a rest.)
今天的会议辛苦大家了。(Thanks everyone for your hard work in today's meeting.)