As a parent of a non-Chinese-speaking child in Singapore, you might be concerned about whether your child can learn to speak Mandarin with a standard accent. This article provides parents with several methods to help their children develop a standard Mandarin accent. By following …
Many non-Chinese children in Singapore feel hesitant to speak Mandarin, primarily due to their perception that their spoken Mandarin is not as authentic as that of native speakers. Even if some kids have a good grasp of the language, they often struggle to keep up …
In Singapore’s bilingual education system, many children whose first language isn’t Chinese may lack the desire to continue learning Chinese. Without the pressure of having to take Chinese exams, they might be tempted to give up on learning the language. To address this issue, this …
In Singapore, children have the advantage of unique local resources and environments to enhance their Mandarin skills. Here are some tailored after-school methods specifically for improving Mandarin among non-Chinese kids in Singapore.
Take your children to visit places in …
Learning Chinese offers numerous benefits for non-Chinese kids in Singapore. It is not just a language but a bridge connecting cultures, economies, and future development opportunities. This article explores the various advantages for non-Chinese kids learning Chinese in Singapore.
1、Integration into Singapore’s Multicultural Society
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In Singapore, the multicultural and multilingual environment offers kids abundant opportunities for language learning. However, non-Chinese kids face unique challenges when it comes to learning Chinese. These difficulties stem from Singapore’s distinctive social environment, educational system, and cultural background. Below are specific challenges that non-Chinese …
A year ago, I embarked on an exciting yet daunting journey to Singapore, tasked with leading a multinational team for my company. Little did I know, this would also be the beginning of my personal quest to learn Chinese amidst the hustle and bustle …
Singapore’s multicultural environment provides numerous opportunities for non-Chinese kids to learn Mandarin effectively. Here are some suggestions to help these kids make the most of the local Mandarin resources:
Many schools and community centers offer various Mandarin enrichment classes, such …
Irene, a bright 9-year-old girl from Singapore who embarked on a Mandarin learning journey at just 7 years old. Fascinated by the Mandarin language from a young age, Irene’s interest was sparked by watching Mandarin cartoons and listening to Mandarin songs on TikTok. Her parents, …
In the multicultural international metropolis of Hong Kong, non-Chinese children learning Chinese not only helps them adapt to the local environment but also opens up numerous personal and career development opportunities. Specifically, non-Chinese children in Hong Kong benefit from learning Chinese in several unique ways:…
Recently, I’ve seen an interesting Chinese question circulating online. Test yourself and see if you know the answer:
Audrey, an 8-year-old girl originally from England, lives in Singapore. Her parents relocated to Singapore for work, immersing Audrey into a community where many kids speak Chinese. Although Audrey had some prior exposure to Chinese, confidently communicating with local Chinese-speaking kids remained a challenge due …
Jim Rogers is a famous American investor who loves Chinese culture and used to travel around mainland China by motorcycle in the 1980s.
Rogers’ daughters, Happy Rogers & Bee Rogers, are quite fluent in Mandarin Chinese. At the end of 2017, a video of Happy …
Various countries around the world celebrate Teachers’ Day at different times, and though each celebrates the holiday in different ways, warmth and gratitude towards educators is still the theme of this holiday. Today, let’s take a look at a few different celebrations of Teachers’ Day …
Tomb Sweeping Day: The Basics What do people do on Tomb Sweeping Day? Qingming Festival (清明节 qīng míng jié), also known as Tomb Sweeping Day, is a traditional Chinese festival. Tomb sweeping and ancestor worship, the two main traditional customs of the holiday, have been …
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Standard Mandarin – also known as Standard Chinese, Standard Mandarin Chinese or Standard spoken Chinese – is the official modern Chinese spoken language used by the People’s Republic of China, the Republic of China (Taiwan), and Singapore.
The phonology of Standard Mandarin …
The day before “圣诞节 (shèngdànjié) Christmas”is considered by most churches to be a part of the Christmas holiday. Many Christians attend midnight mass, leading up to and officially beginning the start of Christmas.
The Ghost Festival “鬼节 (guǐ jié)”, also known as the Hungry Ghost Festival, Mid Year Festival “中元节 (zhōng yuán jié)”, or Yulan Festival is a traditional Buddhist and Taoist festival held in certain East Asian countries. This festival is known as a traditional Chinese festival …
What do red envelopes, dumplings, and spring cleaning have in common? The Chinese New Year, of course! The new year follows the lunar calendar and is also called the Spring Festival. This year, 2020, it will be on January 25 so if you have the …
