点点头 (diǎn diǎn tóu) — to nod one's head (briefly or a few times)

Definition

A reduplicated verb meaning a brief, light nod — softer and more casual than a single firm nod. Written without a space when used as a set verb.

verb

to nod one's head (briefly or a few times)

点点头，。
Tā diǎn diǎn tóu, biǎo shì tóng yì.
He nodded, showing agreement.
，点点头。
Tā kàn dào lǎo péng you, wēi xiào zhe diǎn diǎn tóu.
She saw an old friend and nodded with a smile.
，点点头。
Tīng wán wǒ de jiě shì, tā zhōng yú diǎn diǎn tóu le.
After hearing my explanation, he finally nodded.