If you’ve ever spent time with native Chinese speakers, you may have noticed something puzzling. Your sentences are grammatically correct, you’ve memorized the vocabulary, yet something still feels “off” about the way you speak. The truth is, there’s an unspoken rule of Chinese communication that …
Learning Chinese as an adult can feel like a daunting task, especially when it comes to understanding its sentence structure. Unlike English, Chinese follows a different word order and uses contextual markers that can confuse even the most dedicated learners. But what if you …
Chinese grammar can seem daunting for beginners, especially for those who are more familiar with the grammatical structures of Indo-European languages like English, Spanish, or French. However, with a solid understanding of the basics, you can demystify the complexities of Chinese and make significant progress …
Mastering Chinese grammar is the key to fluency. Grammar enables you to construct meaningful sentences and clearly express your thoughts. It’s what helps you navigate the subtleties of Chinese, such as formal vs. informal speech, and the impact of small particles that can change the …
Whether kids should learn grammar while studying Mandarin is a question that may puzzle some parents. Recognizing the different developmental stages of young minds, we seek a delicate balance between fostering expressive foundations and equipping older learners with tools to navigate the complexities of grammar.…
Language is a reflection of culture, and Korean and Chinese are no exception. Both languages have unique grammatical structures that contribute to their uniqueness. For Korean children learning Chinese, the grammatical differences are both interesting and challenging. Let’s explore some common grammatical obstacles they …
Learning a foreign language can be challenging, especially when it comes to grammar. In this article, we will explore some of the hilarious grammar issues that American kids face when learning Chinese. Get ready for a fun-filled journey into the world of language mishaps and …
Learning a new language can be a joyful and interesting journey, and Mandarin is no exception. This article explores the grammatical challenges Australian kids encounter when learning Chinese.
One of the first grammatical hurdles Australian kids face is understanding Mandarin verb tenses. …
Mastering Chinese grammar involves understanding how to express various degrees of possibility. Today, we’ll break down how to use the term 可能 (kĕnéng) and its variations to convey possibility, likelihood, and uncertainty in different contexts.
In a …
Answer: A Analysis: A: tā xiǎngniàn tā de dàxué shēnghuó. 她想念她的大学生活。 (the correct expression) She missed her college life.
B: Tā qù le dòngwùyuán. 他去了动物园。 He went to the zoo.
C: Tā mǎi le yì tiáo wéijīn. 她买了一条围巾。 She bought a scarf.
In the first …
Chinese grammar is famously simple. However, some grammatical aspects are still difficult for my Mandarin Chinese students. In this lesson, I will help you understand one of these tricky aspects that you are likely to see on tests such as the HSK. What’s so …
Answer: D Analysis: Xīguā hé xiāngjiāo děng shuǐguǒ hányǒu fēngfù de wéishēngsù. 西瓜和香蕉等水果含有丰富的维生素。 Fruits such as watermelons and bananas are rich in vitamins.
Zhè xiàng gōngchéng zhìshǎo xūyào 5 nián cáinéng wángōng. 这项工程至少需要5年才能完工。 The project will take at least 5 years to complete.
Shīzi shì …
Xīguā hé xiāngjiāo děng shuǐguǒ hányǒu fēngfù de wéishēngsù. A. 西瓜和香蕉等水果含有丰富的维生素。
Zhè xiàng gōngchéng zhìshǎo xūyào 5 nián cáinéng wángōng. B. 这项工程至少需要5年才能完工。
Shīzi shì yì zhǒng wēiměng de dòngwù. C. 狮子是一种威猛的动物。
Zhège chāoshì chūshòu píjiǔ, qìshuǐ …
Xiànzài shì shíyī diǎn sānshí fēn, tāmen yǐjīng yóu le èrshí fēnzhōng le. 现在 是 11 点 30 分， 他们 已经 游 了 20 分钟 了。 Wèntí: Tāmen shì cóng shénme shíjiān kāishǐ yóuyǒng de? 问题： 他们 是 从 什么 时间 开始 游泳 的？ Question: …
Answer: A
Xiànzài shì shí yī diǎn sān shí fēn, tāmen yǐjīng yóu le èr shí fēnzhōng le. 现在 是 11 点 30 分， 他们 已经 游 了 20 分钟 了。 It is 11:30 now, they have already swam for 20 minutes.
The sentence …
Correct Answer: C
1. 或者 (huòzhě) — or; possibly; maybe; perhaps The word “或者 (huòzhě)” can be used to connect words when one is offering/considering choices such as “chicken or beef” It is used for “or” statements. Structure: Possibility 1 + 或者 (huòzhě) …
Wǒ zhǐ hē chá, _______ bù hē kāfēi. 我 只 喝 茶，_______ 不 喝 咖啡。 I only drink tea, and I don’t drink coffee. Please choose the correct word to fill in the blank: A. 或者 (huòzhě) B. 和 (hé) C. 而 (ér)
…Correct Answer: A For most Chinese learners, “把(bǎ)” seems like one of the most difficult sentence structures in Chinese Grammar. However, it is also one of the most often-used terms in our daily lives, so it is essential to learn the “把(bǎ)” structure well. With …
Please choose the correct answer to fill in the blank. Tā _____ shū juān gěi le pínkùn shānqū de háizi. 他 _____ 书 捐 给 了 贫困 山区 的 孩子。 He donated his books to the children in the poverty-stricken areas. A. 把(bǎ)
B. 用(yòng)…
Please choose the correct answer to fill in the blank. Liú Huá: Nǐ xué Zhōngwén duō jiǔ le? 刘 华：你 学 中文 多 久 了？ Liu Hua: How long have you been learning Chinese? Richard: ____. Richard: Two and a half months. A. 两个半月(liǎng’gè bàn …
