Answer to Have You Watched Any “狗血 Dog Blood” Movies Lately?
Answer: B Jack: Wǒ bù xiǎng qù, diànyǐng lǐmiàn de jùqíng tài gǒuxiě! Jack: 我 不 想 去， 电影 里面 的 剧情 太 狗血！ Jack: I don’t want to, the story of the film is too ridiculous!
From Gunpowder to Alipay: Find Out How Chinese Technology Has Changed the World
Chinese history is fascinating!
The reason I became interested in learning Mandarin Chinese is due to first being interested in Chinese history and culture.
When I first began studying ancient China I was blown away by how rich and surprising the 5,000-year history is.
Some …
The Best-Kept Celebrity Secrets to Learning Mandarin
Sometimes a reason to keep learning Mandarin is to take a good look at well-known people who have learned it, and study the way they achieved fluency. Let’s take a look at these famous people who have taken the time to learn how to read, …
Answer to Learn How to Say You’re Boy Or Girl Crazy in Chinese!
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Chinese Pronunciation 101: Where to Start (Part II)
In a previous article , we introduced Initials and Finals. Today we will teach another important part of Pinyin: Tones. Many learners have difficulties mastering the tones of each character, but correct tonal pronunciation is essential for intelligibility because of the vast number of words …
Everything You Need to Know to Become a Chinese Kung-fu Expert
1. The History of Kung-fu
In Chinese, the term 功夫 (gōngfū) Kung-fu refers to any skill that is acquired through learning or practice. It is a compound word composed of the words 功 (gōng) meaning “work”, “achievement”, or “merit”, and 夫 (fū) which is a …
How to Address Your Life Partner in China
Today I will introduce to you one of my favorite lessons that I teach my foreign students. This topic is about how we address each other in China. It’s quite different from how people in the west address each other. In particular, I will explain …
Jump into Chinese Culture by Learning These Helpful Chinese Songs (Part I)
Today I’m going to introduce some fun and helpful Chinese songs that you can learn, from beginner to intermediate level. These songs can supplement your Mandarin Chinese progress and make things a bit more fun. In fact, one of my favorite parts of teaching Chinese …
4 Must-Know Facts of Daily Life in China!
Are you planning a trip to China? Then you should be prepared with knowledge of daily life in China. These four must-know facts will allow you to be one step ahead of your friends as you get to know Chinese culture and language.
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… Answer to Before You Lend A Hand, Know 帮倒忙 (bāng dàománg)
Answer: B
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The speaking tones of Mandarin Chinese must be precise and accurate or else the meaning may change. It is important to learn speaking with native-speaking teachers and not rely on the feedback of non-native classmates and friends when trying to improve …
Slow or Speedy? 龟速 (Guīsù) and 神速 (Shénsù)?
I’m writing about two simple and useful words in Mandarin Chinese that you can use on a daily basis to describe things that are fast or slow. These terms, “龟速 (guīsù) slow” and “神速 (shénsù) fast”, I learned when reading and discussing Children’s stories in …
The Four Ancient Capitals of China: Learn About Them Here!
A very enjoyable part of the experience of learning Mandarin Chinese in China is the opportunity to be able to see and experience new parts of the world. Sometimes, those “new” parts are actually quite old! I’m going to introduce to you some places referred …
“Pretending Garlic?” Useful Chinese Saying!
“Don’t play dumb!” This English phrase has a Chinese equivalent that, although its meaning is the same, has a very different literal translation with unique origins. The Chinese “装蒜 (zhuāngsuàn)” literally means “to pretend garlic” which may sound kind of funny in English. It is …
“泡汤 (pàotāng)”: For When Nothing Is Going Your Way
Plans Foiled? “泡汤 (pàotāng)”! “泡汤 (pàotāng)”? Pick Yourself Up and Move Ahead! Our lives are filled with hopes and dreams. Unfortunately, part of our life experience is to watch those hopes dashed to pieces! On a positive note, we can learn from heartbreak and approach …
Yao Ming’s No.11 Jersey Retirement: Describe It in Mandarin Chinese
Basketball player 姚明 Yao Ming is the most famous athlete in China’s history. Yao played for the Shanghai Sharks from 1997 to 2002 and then played for the NBA’s Houston Rockets from 2002 to 2011. Standing 7’6” tall (229cm), Yao was dominating in the position …
Master Mandarin With Five Amazing Movies
Everyone likes to take a break from the books. One of the best ways to keep learning without taxing your brain too much is to watch a movie. Don’t worry, a little relaxation won’t hurt. And after all, what’s the use of learning Chinese without …
What Chinese Eat on Their Birthday: Longevity Noodles
How do you celebrate your birthday? (How do people say birthday in Chinese?) Many might answer: with a birthday cake. (How do people say birthday cake in Chinese?) In China, there is an ancient tradition that is still in practice today. …
What Is the Most Effective Way to Learn Chinese Characters?
Chinese is distinctive for its characters. When people think of China, they think of thousands upon thousands of symbols, normally amazed that people can memorize so many different icons for their language. For some it’s the characters that make them want to learn Chinese, and …
WeChat: A Gateway into Chinese Language and Culture
The 微信 (wēixìn) WeChat app is not only an important part of life in China, it is essential. By the end of 2016, WeChat had over a billion accounts created, and 700 million accounts were active. Outside of China, 70 million users are also active …