Know how to order “外卖(wàimài) takeout!”
Meal time is an essential part of daily life in China. The importance of eating even influences the the daily language of the Chinese. For example, New Yorkers may greet friends with “How ya doin?” While traditionally friends in China may ask “你吃了吗？…
Video Lesson: Learn the Most Common Sentence Structure in Chinese
Sometimes you may have strong and positive feelings toward someone or something: “I love it!” “I like you!” Wonder how to express them in Chinese? This lesson helps you do so using one of the most basic sentence patterns: Subject + Verb + Object. Watch …
Where Is the Best Place to Study Chinese?
The northeastern provinces of China are still the best places to study and practice Chinese. Many learners choose to go to Hebei, Heilongjiang, and Liaoning. These provinces are where native Mandarin speakers speak with the clearest accent. Here are a few cities that are excellent …
How Ordering Rice Might Have You Begging for It! (Elementary)
Ordering food can be intimidating for new learners living in China. Menus are often filled with unusual delicacies, and the Chinese descriptions can seem as strange as the English translations (if you’re lucky enough to have translations). Anyone want some “stir-fried Wikipedia?”
So when it …
守株待兔 To Stand by a Tree Stump Waiting for a Hare (Intermediate)
Learn Mandarin Chinese Idiom: 守株待兔 (Shǒuzhūdàitù) To Stand by a Tree Stump Waiting for a Hare (Intermediate)
Key Learning Point (Preview):
待 (dài): v. to wait/to wait for
Cóngqián, yǒu yí gè nóngfū. 从前，有一个农夫。 Once upon a time, there was a farmer.
Yì tiān, zài …
Video Lesson: Night at the Movies? Enjoy This Chinese Theater Lesson First!
The Chinese love going to the movies just as much as anyone else! Movie theaters are a popular activity for young Chinese in the cities. Before going to the “电影院 (diànyĭngyuàn),” “movie theater” or “cinema”, learn the Chinese necessary to have a good time! Learn …
Video Lesson: 天啊, OMG!
Oh, my god! I win the lottery! Oh, my god! He proposed to me! Oh, my god! I got the signature from Lady Gaga! Oh, my god! … Watch Video Answers…
Video Lesson: Know “Boring” in Chinese for Those Unbearable Moments!
Go catch a movie? Not interesting! Shopping? Tired! Calculus lectures? So boring! Watch Video Answers …
Do I Need to Take the HSK?
If you want to work in China or for a predominately-Chinese-speaking business, having a high HSK level is basically required. Studying in a Chinese university requires a high HSK as well because you’ll be sitting through Chinese-taught classes. The HSK is like physical proof that …
Video Lesson: All Good? Learn “Me too!” in Chinese
So, are we in agreement? Say so by learning “我也是 (Wǒ yě shì) Me too!” in Chinese. Study the lesson and stick around for some helpful exercises to test your knowledge! Watch Video Answers …
Chinese Song: Counting Ducks (Elementary)
数鸭子 (Shǔ yāzi): Counting Ducks
Lyrics:
Mén qián dàqiáo xià, 门 前 大桥 下， Under the bridge and in front of the gate,
Yóu guò yìqún yā. 游 过 一群 鸭。 A team of ducks are swimming by.
Kuài lái kuài lái shǔyishǔ, 快 来 …