Do you ever find yourself in conversations with Chinese speakers, where you’re able to start with a simple “nǐ hǎo 你好” (hello) but struggle to maintain the flow, resulting in awkward silences? Or maybe you’re uncertain about responding when someone shares their experiences, …
The writing section of IGCSE Chinese as a Second Language is a challenge for many students. However, with effective strategies and preparation, achieving a high score in the IGCSE Chinese writing section can be easily accomplished. In this article, we will explore techniques to help …
Nowadays, kids often face busy schedules with various academic and extracurricular activities, making it challenging to find time to learn a new language. However, online Mandarin courses can help kids overcome these time constraints and effortlessly incorporate Mandarin learning into their busy routines. This article …
The multiple-choice section of the IGCSE Chinese as a second language reading component can be challenging. These questions not only require a solid comprehension of the passage but also strategic thinking and effective test-taking skills. This article will discuss some valuable techniques to help you …
Watching Chinese TV shows is an excellent method to enhance your Chinese listening skills and expand your vocabulary. I’ve observed numerous students diligently updating their daily vocabulary with words gleaned from these shows. It is truly fascinating.
However, choosing the right TV shows requires …
The listening section of IGCSE Chinese as a Second Language exam can be challenging for many students. However, with right strategies , conquering this section is not only possible but achievable. This article will explore effective techniques to help you succeed in the IGCSE Chinese …
During the Spring Festival, kids in China typically engage in various activities. Here are some descriptions of the activities during the festival:
Before New Year’s Day, parents would buy new clothes for their kids. On New Year’s Day, kids wear their …
Embarking on a journey to learn Chinese is both challenging and rewarding. As someone who recently passed the HSK5 exam, I can attest to the importance of a strategic approach in achieving proficiency. I would like to share the methods and experiences that have propelled …
Ryan, a 14-year-old student from the United States, began learning Chinese at the age of 12. Initially, he only had a grasp of basic vocabulary and characters, and he found Chinese to be quite challenging. However, one day while watching YouTube, he stumbled upon …
When the Canadian girl Emma, now 17 years old, was fifteen years old, her school started providing Chinese classes to students. Before the Chinese class began, she happened to watch a Chinese movie at home and developed a strong interest in Chinese culture. Thus, she …
Learning a new language can be an exciting adventure, but it can also bring feelings of worry and fear, especially for kids. Mandarin Chinese, with its unique characters and tones, may seem daunting at first glance. However, as parents, there are several effective methods we …
“Hù lián wǎng hēi huà 互联网黑话” (Internet enterprise jargon) is a prevalent form of specialized language in the Chinese Internet industry, typically employed within large-scale Internet enterprises. Its hallmark lies in the use of sophisticated vocabulary and terminology, needlessly complicating what could be straightforward …
Embarking on the path of mastering Mandarin has been a rewarding and transformative journey for me. My name is Bob, a 4th generation Chinese American, and I am eager to share my remarkable experience with eChineseLearning. As of November 2023, after four months of …
Learning Mandarin is not a short journey, so how to help kids persist in learning Chinese is crucial. Encouragement comes into play in this situation, meaning parents can use encouragement as a tool to gain persistence in learning Mandarin. Below are how encouragement can be …
YCT Level 4 differs from other levels in that it includes a writing section, which is divided into two parts. In the first part, candidates are given 5 questions, and in each question, they are provided with several words and are required to construct a …
Are you ready to take on the challenge of learning Chinese and make 2024 the year you excel in your language goals? Let’s delve into a comprehensive plan to maximize your Chinese learning experience.
To kick off your language …
Moving from YCT Level 3 to YCT Level 4 is a challenging task! This journey is however both exciting and beneficial, taking examinees’s Mandarin proficiency to new heights.
YCT Level 3 requires a solid foundation for kids learning Mandarin, and Level 4 invites kids to …
Many parents have been asking me about learning resources for the YCT exams, so here we go.
Doing past papers and practice tests from previous years can help you understand the difficulty of the questions, enhance your answering abilities, …
