The free-response speaking section of the AP Chinese exam really tests a student’s ability to think on their feet. To handle this part with confidence and fluency, targeted practice in several key areas is essential. This article provides some useful strategies to help students prepare …
The speaking section of the AP Chinese exam is a significant portion that heavily tests your fluency, quick thinking, and overall grasp of the language. In this article, we’ve put together some effective strategies to help you prepare for this challenging part of the exam.…
As Mandarin teacher, we understand the importance of building confidence in young learners when it comes to speaking Mandarin. It can be a daunting task for many kids, but with the right methods, they can overcome their fears and become more fluent and confident in …
Master Chinese Pinyin and Tones
Pinyin is essential throughout the early stages of learning Chinese. It allows students to focus on their pronunciation while also enabling them to read and write. Learning pinyin will help lay the foundation for sound pronunciation down the line. Once …
In last article, we introduced several popular film genres in China: Animation, Documentary and Action Movie to you. Which one is your favorite so far? In this passage, we’ll continue to let you learn more about China’s movies.
Zhàn zhēng …
Nǐ xǐ huan kàn diàn yǐng ma? (你喜欢看电影吗?)
Do you like watching films?
Today I will introduce some movies suitable for learning Chinese as well as some useful words and phrases to talk about them.
1. Diàn yǐng (电影) Movie/film
2. Nán yǎn …
If you turn on a popular Chinese TV show or watch a movie, you may find that you can’t understand them completely even if you have passed the most difficult level of HSK. It’s probably because the actors and actresses speak tons of Chinese slang …
Answer: 1. A
Wúlùn yùdào duō dà de kùnnán, wǒmen dōu yào jiānchí xiàqù. 无论遇到多大的困难，我们都要坚持下去。 No matter how many difficulties we encounter, we will stick to it.
无论 (Wúlùn) no matter …
因为 (Yīnwèi) because
如果 (Rúguǒ) if
无论 (Wúlùn) … …
(1) ______ yùdào duō dà de kùnnán, wǒmen dōu yào jiānchí xiàqù. (1) ______ 遇到多大的困难，我们都要坚持下去。
A. 无论 (Wúlùn)
B. 因为 (Yīnwèi)
C. 如果 (Rúguǒ)
Learn Commonly Used Chinese Word Pairs to Describe Different Situation…
A: Nǐ yǒu shénme kuàisù _____ kǒuyǔ shuǐpíng de hǎo bànfǎ ma? A：你 有 什么 快速 _____ 口语 水平 的 好 办法 吗？ B: Zhǐyào nǐ jiānchí měitiān hé Zhōngguórén liáotiān, nǐ jiù yídìng …
Answer: A Analysis: 提高 (tígāo): v. increase; improve; raising.
改变 (gǎibiàn): v. change.
提倡 (tíchàng): v. advocate.
“提高 (tígāo)+ 水平 (shuǐpíng)” is a common fixed grammatical structure in Chinese. A is the correct answer. A: Nǐ yǒu shénme kuàisù tígāo kǒuyǔ shuǐpíng de hǎo bànfǎ …
Did you know that by knowing some simple English words you already can speak some popular colloquial Chinese phrases? If you have been studying Chinese for a while some words might immediately jump to mind. What occurs is actually the adoption of particular words from …
Learn Chinese pinyin- Consonants with audio Chinese pinyin is a Roman-letter based system that China now uses to mark the pronunciation of Chinese characters. With four tones and pinyin, any Chinese characters can be pronounced precisely. In many cases, pinyin is quite intuitive to English …
Many adult beginners learning Mandarin experience anxiety during communication, which can sometimes lead to giving up. However, this is a normal part of the language learning process. Here are some practical strategies to help you overcome communication fears and achieve fluency.
As you advance in your Chinese language studies and work toward mastering HSK 4, the importance of understanding colloquial expressions cannot be overstated. These expressions are a key to navigating real-life conversations and grasping the subtleties of modern Chinese. Today I will introduce you to …
The Standard Level (SL) and Higher Level (HL) of IB Chinese B differ in several key aspects. This article outlines the distinctions between these two examination levels.
Standard Level (SL): This level is designed for foreign students who have a …
Many students who choose IB Chinese B are unsure about what the exam actually covers, which can seriously affect their performance. This article provides a clear overview of the exam content and offers preparation strategies for each section to help students succeed.
The IB Chinese B course is part of the broader IB curriculum and aligns with the different stages of the IB program. The IB curriculum is divided into four key phases: the Primary Years Programme (PYP), the Middle Years Programme (MYP), the Diploma Programme (DP), …
With years of experience teaching Chinese as a foreign language, we’ve observed that many students face challenges in their Chinese studies, particularly when it comes to course selection and future planning. For those considering the International Baccalaureate (IB) Chinese B course, here’s a comprehensive overview …
