American students may encounter challenges related to sentence structure while learning Mandarin due to differences between Mandarin and English. This article explores three common mistakes that learners may make and provides insights into how educators and parents can address these issues effectively.
1. Misplacement of …
Pinyin, the romanized system of Chinese phonetics, is the foundational key to learning Chinese. Over my sixteen years of teaching Chinese as a foreign language, I’ve noticed diverse pronunciation challenges among students from different countries, particularly in mastering Pinyin. Many learners face difficulties due to …
Amy, a 7-year-old girl from the United States, is a lively child who developed a keen interest in learning Chinese. She started her Chinese lessons at a local school since 2022. However, she struggled with a fear of making mistakes, preventing her from confidently …
Recently, I came across an English blogger living in China who shared her frustration about missing out on a lot of gossip due to her poor Chinese listening skills. In one of her videos, she exclaimed, “Do you know how frustrating it is to miss …
Preparing for the IB Chinese B exam requires strategies and methods. This article will provide some effective preparation methods, including advice on listening, writing, reading, and vocabulary, to help candidates achieve good results.
1.Listening Preparation
Focus on practicing listening skills by referring to past papers’ …
Are your kid afraid of speaking Chinese in Mandarin classes? Don’t worry, as Mandarin teachers, we are here to share some effective learning techniques with you!
Tip 1: Start with small. Encourage your kid to start by saying simple Chinese phrases or sentences. …
Learn practical business Chinese vocabulary in just 10 minutes. Listen to the audio and study common Mandarin words used in the office. If you have any questions or if there are other topics you’d like to learn about, please don’t hesitate to leave a comment. …
As a Chinese language teacher, we are often asked about the difference between the IGCSE Chinese 2nd Language and the Chinese Foreign Language. It’s important to understand that these two language exams cater to different groups of students and have distinct learning objectives.
The IGCSE …
Many parents have found their kids busy with school, leaving very little time on learning Mandarin. In this article, we will share some useful tips to help maximize your kid’s limited time for learning Chinese.
Rather than setting aside a lot of time for your …
In China, a Chinese personal name consists of two parts: a surname and a given name. The surname comes before the given name, which is the opposite of Western naming conventions.
In Chinese culture, the form of address used in business settings is often …
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.…
YCT 1 examines candidates’ daily Chinese language ability.For YCT 1, your kids should have a basic knowledge of Chinese language and know how to use a few phrases.
The question of how long it takes for a child to to reach YCT1 level in Chinese …
Is it possible to learn Mandarin when your days are packed with work and study? Many people often lament being too busy, leaving little time for things they wish to accomplish. Whenever I hear such statements, I think about one of my students, Dr. David, …
The reading part of the IGCSE Chinese examination often presents significant challenges to many students. However, it is an integral component. Today, we will delve into the reading section of the 2022 CAIE IGCSE Chinese exam and summarize how to answer such questions to help …
As the Thanksgiving season approaches, why not add a touch of cultural flair to your celebrations by incorporating some key Chinese phrases? Whether you’re hosting Chinese friends or simply want to infuse a bit of linguistic diversity into your gathering, here are the top 10 …
The reading section of the IB Chinese exam can be a challenging aspect for many test-takers as it evaluates their comprehensive understanding of Chinese in everyday contexts. In today’s discussion, we will focus on the 2019 IB Chinese reading exam passage 3 and delve into …
At the end of 2021, the Anderson family, along with their ten-year-old daughter Emily, moved from the UK to Hong Kong. They were determined to seamlessly adapt to this vibrant city and decided to have Emily start learning Mandarin now that they had settled down …
The pronunciation of Mandarin Pinyin is similar to English. As long as you know these English pronunciations, you can quickly learn Chinese Pinyin. Come and give it a try. You can master Mandarin Pinyin in just ten minutes.
1. Initials (声母 – …
IB Chinese B poses some difficulties for Chinese learner. Today, we will explore the first question of the May 2019 exam to explore the methods of writing.
Writing approach analysis：
Firstly, the introductory paragraph should serve as a transition, discussing the current situation and people’s …
