Lately, there’s been a lot of buzz about job layoffs in finance and Silicon Valley, pointing to substantial changes in various industries, especially in technology. Navigating the job market is challenging these days, making landing a position even more demanding. Simultaneously, an increasing number of …
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 …
Learning a new language can be a challenging task for young kids, but with the right strategies and techniques, we can make the process fun and enjoyable.
Surround your child with Chinese language materials at home. Fill their environment with …
Everything is difficult at the beginning, and learning Chinese is the same. For children, how to get started in learning Mandarin might pose a challenge. However, we have an inspiring story about a student named Evans that we think is worth sharing with you.
Evans, …
In recent years, the field of Chinese education has witnessed significant advancements and innovative approaches. In today’s rapidly changing world, traditional teaching methods alone may not effectively engage students. Innovative approaches in Chinese education aim to make learning more interactive, enjoyable, and practical. These methods …
My name is Cathy Miller and I have been learning Mandarin Chinese for over 5 years. I have faced many obstacles and difficulties learning the language and figuring out the best method for me. One of the first issues I faced when I started learning …
Learning Chinese can be a daunting task for anyone, especially if you are starting from scratch as I did more than ten years ago. As one of the most widely spoken languages in the world, learning the language opens a world of opportunities and cultural …
During the process of your child learning Chinese, do you have struggles such as: your child finds it so boring to learn Chinese in a regular way and tries to quit the lesson halfway through? Are there conflicts and misunderstandings between the two of …
Childhood is a magical time. For the child, everything they see and do is a new experience in one way or another, a chance to interact with and learn from the world in a different way. As parents, we marvel at how our children seem …
Due to its status as the largest economic center and trade port in China, Shanghai has also become an important hub of science and technology, trade, finance, and information. All these things coming together in one place means that Shanghai is often first on the …
Beijing is located in the north of China, specifically the North China Plain, and lies adjacent to Tianjin in the East and Hebei in the west. Not only is Beijing a mega city (though with an area of 16,410 km², and a registered population of …
If you’ve ever read “The Art of War” you would also enjoy the “三十六计 (Sān shí liù jì) 36 ancient Chinese strategies” and their theories. Each proverb is accompanied by a brief explanation that explains how said proverb is applicable to military tactics. Its focus …
We’re all guilty of it in some form or another. It ranges from innocently angling your phone higher to make yourself appear smaller to spinning around in pursuit of the most flattering light to conceal a not-so-perfect complexion. On the extreme end, however, is what …
In current events, there are many upsetting stories in the news including civil protests, a global fight against a virus, and natural disasters. You may not have heard, but since June, continuous heavy rainfall has occurred in southern China.
The accumulated rainfall is massive and …
The “高考(gāokǎo)” is China’s official college entrance examination, and is taken by qualified high school graduates (or equivalent) from mainland People’s Republic of China as a prerequisite for matriculation into nearly all undergraduate programs in China. The dates of 高考(gāokǎo)”college entrance examination” are generally …
Answer: 1. D Analysis:
A. 蛇精脸 (Shé jīng liǎn) V-shaped face
B. 巴掌脸 (Bāzhǎng liǎn) palm-sized face
C. 扑克脸 (Pūkè liǎn) poker face
D. 明星脸 (Míngxīng liǎn) dead ringer
Dialogue: Xiǎo Xīn: Dàjiā dōu shuō wǒ zhǎng de xiàng Bèi Kè Hàn Mǔ ne. 小新：大家都说我长得像贝克汉姆呢。 …
嫦娥 (Cháng’é) the goddess of the moon in Chinese folklore Know About a Chinese Legend: 嫦娥奔月 (Cháng’é BēnYuè) Chang’e Flies to the Moon
The Chang’e 4 Lunar Probe’s First Soft Landing
The universe is a very mysterious place for which …
Life in China is different in so many ways from life in America. One of the most noticeable differences is the goods available for purchase in the shops and supermarkets. For my foreign classmates and myself, finding our everyday goods such as deodorant, maple syrup …
Just like shared bicycles, the moment that it was introduced, “unmanned retail” brought us one step closer to the future. It embraces the ”new retail” strategy where big data technology connects and optimizes offline outlets and online stores to enhance customer experiences. All of these …
While learning Chinese expressions, it’s important that you understand the literal meaning and also the figurative meaning as well. Knowing the figurative meaning will help you apply the language to the appropriate situation, while knowing the literal meaning will help you avoid embarrassing or …
