Feeling left out of online conversations with Chinese friends when they start using the latest slang? Don’t worry, we’ve got you covered! In this article, we’ll introduce you to the top 5 must-know Chinese online slang words that are taking the internet by storm in …
As a Chinese teacher, I often get asked how to learn Chinese without being in a Chinese-speaking environment. If you are facing this challenge or wondering the same thing, you might be interested in Carlos’s story.
Carlos is from Brazil, and his father was a …
When it comes to children learning Mandarin, one of the challenges they may encounter is listening. Many kids learning Chinese can read or even write much better than they can compenhend people speaking Mandarin. So what is the best way to tackcle this challenge? Let’s …
While an increasing number of parents want their children to learn Chinese to better position themselves for future careers, for children between the ages of 2 and 5, learning Chinese can pose a challenge as young kids may easily find it challenging and sometimes …
In recent years, learning Chinese has become increasingly popular among Western families, recognizing its importance in a globalized society. As a Chinese teacher, I have witnessed this trend firsthand with students like Samuel, an 8-year-old boy from New York. His parents, Sara and Jamie, who …
Wondering how to select the right platform for learning Mandarin? Let me share Annie’s experience, which sheds light on the challenges she faced and the valuable insights she gained.
“Emma, my grandfather’s second wife, hails from China,” Annie, one of my students from the United …
Is a senior citizen capable of learning Mandarin from scratch or would it be silly to even try? I have seen people asking questions like: “As a 66 year old, would it make sense to learn Mandarin at this age?” As a Chinese teacher, I …
Mark Zuckerberg, the founder, and CEO of Facebook, is known for his interest in learning Mandarin Chinese. In fact, he has been studying the language for several years and has even given interviews and speeches in Chinese. But what is perhaps even more surprising is …
Choosing a Chinese name is a fascinating and meaningful way to connect with Chinese learning and culture of China. Having a good Chinese name can help you build harmonious relationships and trust with your Chinese friends and colleagues. So, there are certain things you …
Learning a new language can be a daunting task, especially for non-Chinese children. However, with the right approach, learning Chinese can become a fun and enjoyable experience. In this article, we will share some tips to make Chinese language learning more engaging and entertaining for …
Hey! Reading month is coming up! All you Chinese learners out there, check out these three kinds of books! Let’s level up our Chinese together!!
If you are new to Chinese, try starting with bilingual versions of classic works! For example, The Little …
As the world celebrates World Book Day, it’s an excellent time to encourage your children to read some books. For non-Chinese children interested in learning Chinese, reading Chinese books can be a fun and engaging way to learn new words and phrases. It can also …
老师(Lǎo shī), 师父(Shī fù) or 师傅(Shī fù) are all honorific titles in Chinese. Can they be used interchangeably?
老师(Lǎo shī) can be directly translated as “teacher”, in ancient China it was called 先生(Xiān shēng) and represented someone with strong expertise in a particular …
Have you been following any trending drama events lately? If so, do you know any Chinese words about trending drama events? Here are five must-know Chinese words you won’t want to miss.
Xi jing 戏 精 Drama Queen
Refers to people who act out of …
How to quickly integrate into the Chinese-learning environment? Having a Chinese name might be a good place to start! Check out some of the popular naming techniques that are used!
Literal translation is the easiest way to get a Chinese name, so …
In traditional Chinese culture, the Fèng huáng (凤凰), or Chinese phoenix, often symbolizes good luck and auspiciousness. You may have heard some of these Chinese four-character idioms before, such as Lóng fèng chéng xiáng (龙凤呈祥) and Fèng huáng yú fēi (凤凰于飞), they are used …
Dragons are deeply rooted in Chinese culture, as the dragon is one of the most important creatures that can symbolize China. Have you ever heard that Chinese people call themselves “descendants of dragons”? This may sound strange to people in the West, as dragons …
The teachers at eChineseLearining have found that many non-Chinese children felt confused about the use of “zhe 着” and “le 了”, and kept making mistakes when using the two characters. Watch the video below, and your kid will find it easy to learn how to …
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