Answer to Chinese films you must watch this summer
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Brexit? Learn “脱 (tuō)” to describe Britain’s decision
Known in the UK as the EU Referendum, or the “Brexit” Referendum, on June 23rd 2016, the UK voted by 52% vs. 48% to leave the European Union, or “EU (欧盟) .” The EU (欧盟) is a political and economic union between 28 countries that …
The 2016 European Championship entertains fans in China and abroad
Every four years, the world’s eyes turn to Europe to follow the most popular sport in the world, ”足球 (zúqiú) football,” or “soccer” if you live in the US, Canada, South Africa, Australia or New Zealand. This June of 2016 is that time again! It’s …
4 Chinese graduation traditions you should know
At last, graduation day has finally arrived, and for students all across the world, the years of hard work have finally reached a culmination. On this day, students will celebrate in many different ways , depending on where they come from. The procedures and traditions …
Video lesson: More than one? Know “都 (dōu)” to express “both”or “all”
You can use “都 (dōu)”, first tone, as an adverb for ‘both’ or ‘all’. The easy-to-remember basic structure is ‘multiple subjects’ + 都 (dōu) + verb + object. Since 都 (dōu) comes after the subjects, it means “both”. When referring to a larger group, 都 …
What’s your dish? Try the 10 most popular in China!
What does “Chinese food” look like in your hometown? Chinese food in foreign countries such as the UK and USA is popular, but the dishes are often different from what is actually served in China! Do you know what these “authentic” dishes are? Recently, a …
Kids’ Chinese Song: 娃哈哈 (Wá hā hā) Wa Ha Ha
Mandarin Song for Children: 娃哈哈 (Wá hā hā) Wa Ha Ha (Beginner)
Listen to the song lyrics:
Key Learning Points (Preview):
鲜艳 (xiānyàn): adj. bright colored
照耀 (zhàoyào): v. to shine
笑 (xiào): n./v. smile/to smile
Wǒmen de zǔguó shì huāyuán. 我们 的 祖国 是 …
Video lesson: Step on it! The Chinese you need to take a taxi!
Taxis in China are plentiful and fairly inexpensive. It’s a common way to get around the cities. When you visit, you will surely be in a few! The first thing you need to communicate is where you are going. You can start with calling your …
Video lesson: How to show possession in Chinese with “有 (yǒu)?”
In Chinese, “有 (yǒu)” means “have.” You can indicate possession with “Subject + 有 (yǒu) + Noun.” Sound simple? It is! An example: 我有钱 (wǒ yǒu qián) I have money. Watch Video Answers …
Video lesson: The versatile and useful Chinese word “这 (zhè) this”
In Chinese, “这 (zhè) this” is pronounced in the fourth tone and is used to refer to a nearby object or to introduce something. You can also use “这 (zhè) this” to refer to something that just happened. Watch Video Answers …
Video lesson: Lost? Don’t cry! Ask for help in Chinese!
Losing direction and needing help is a large part of traveling abroad, China especially. Learn “你可以帮我吗？ (Nǐ kěyǐ bāng wǒ ma?) Can you help me?“ for those difficult moments when you need any kind of help. Watch Video Answers …