2006-11-27 18:00:00 ChinesePod
Some difficult words in the podcast: 半年左右 (bànnián zuǒyòu) about half a year 差不多半年 (chàbuduō bànnián) about half a year 差得远 (chà de yuǎn) not by a long shot 不敢当 (bùgǎndāng) I don't deserve it; you flatter me 流利 (liúlì) fluent; smooth 标准 (biāozhǔn) adj. standard 方法 (fāngfǎ) method; way 努力 (nǔlì) diligently 水平 (shuǐpíng) lever 向你请教 (xiàng nǐ qǐngjiào) seek advice from you ~Connie]]> ChinesePod
Some difficult words in the podcast: 半年左右 (bànnián zuǒyòu) about half a year 差不多半年 (chàbuduō bànnián) about half a year 差得远 (chà de yuǎn) not by a long shot 不敢当 (bùgǎndāng) I don't deserve it; you flatter me 流利 (liúlì) fluent; smooth 标准 (biāozhǔn) adj. standard 方法 (fāngfǎ) method; way 努力 (nǔlì) diligently 水平 (shuǐpíng) lever 向你请教 (xiàng nǐ qǐngjiào) seek advice from you ~Connie]]> Chand
I have been a loyal fan of your terrific website since the early days of Chinesepod. About 2 years ago, I met a Chinese girl on the internet (from Hunan province) by mere chance. She spoke no English and I didn't even know Mandarin was the name of a foreign language. Although we used translation software in our exchanges, I made a commitment to learn Mandarin. Since then, I have listened to all 400+ of your podcasts. I can't thank you enough for the accessibility and effort you have put into what I believe is one of the true gems out in the vast realm of cyberspace. Last year, Yan and I got married in China, and this year she has immigrated to Canada. We no longer use any translation software, and only occasionally use a dictionary. I still consider myself an elementary level student, but we can get through most situations with with my Mandarin ability - thanks to you.]]> Chand
I have been a loyal fan of your terrific website since the early days of Chinesepod. About 2 years ago, I met a Chinese girl on the internet (from Hunan province) by mere chance. She spoke no English and I didn't even know Mandarin was the name of a foreign language. Although we used translation software in our exchanges, I made a commitment to learn Mandarin. Since then, I have listened to all 400+ of your podcasts. I can't thank you enough for the accessibility and effort you have put into what I believe is one of the true gems out in the vast realm of cyberspace. Last year, Yan and I got married in China, and this year she has immigrated to Canada. We no longer use any translation software, and only occasionally use a dictionary. I still consider myself an elementary level student, but we can get through most situations with with my Mandarin ability - thanks to you.]]> Aric
Chand. Wow...really means a lot that you took the time to write that, thank you. If you could (and if you want to) drop your # to chinesepod@gmail.com - I'd like to call you on the Sat. Show at some point to hear the story in more detail. On behalf of all of us, congrats. Aric]]> Aric
Chand. Wow...really means a lot that you took the time to write that, thank you. If you could (and if you want to) drop your # to chinesepod@gmail.com - I'd like to call you on the Sat. Show at some point to hear the story in more detail. On behalf of all of us, congrats. Aric]]> ChinesePod
Chand, Thanks a lot for that testimonial! I don't think Ken and Jenny ever realized that their teaching efforts would result in love, but hearing you tell it, it does make sense. We wish you both all the best! -John]]> ChinesePod
Chand, Thanks a lot for that testimonial! I don't think Ken and Jenny ever realized that their teaching efforts would result in love, but hearing you tell it, it does make sense. We wish you both all the best! -John]]> Sandra
Chand--That is wonderful. And inspiring. May you be happy together for 120 years more.]]> Sandra
Chand--That is wonderful. And inspiring. May you be happy together for 120 years more.]]> Israel Holby
Why is 地方 used instead of 东西?　As stated, doesn't that mean "many locations"? Great lesson!]]> Israel Holby
Why is 地方 used instead of 东西?　As stated, doesn't that mean "many locations"? Great lesson!]]> Jenny Zhu
Chand, I am going to deal with your praise the good old Chinese way. 哪里，哪里。And to throw some extra langauge, '别这么说/bie2 zhe4 me shuo1/don';t say that (this). ' I've become very convinced that our commitment to producing the best content is what keeps us going and makes us better. To borrow your idea a bit, I think if we've helped brought 2 loved ones closer along the way, then that's a very precious gem in the vastness of our job. 祝你们永远幸福！]]> Jenny Zhu
Chand, I am going to deal with your praise the good old Chinese way. 哪里，哪里。And to throw some extra langauge, '别这么说/bie2 zhe4 me shuo1/don';t say that (this). ' I've become very convinced that our commitment to producing the best content is what keeps us going and makes us better. To borrow your idea a bit, I think if we've helped brought 2 loved ones closer along the way, then that's a very precious gem in the vastness of our job. 祝你们永远幸福！]]> ed
I knew Chinesepod hooked teachers up with students but didn't know they were in the matching making business. I can see a slew of podcasts coming down the chute now with everything from "can I kiss you" to "you're taking all the blanket, give me some" and everything in between. And there was I thinking the red colour all over the site was for China but instead it is the colour of love and passion - and Ken and Jenny making animal noises there yesterday - and just today Ken is all modest when Jenny praises his abilities. I am glad I don't have premium content yet, I don't think I could handle it! :-) Congrats Chand, on finding real love through the virtual world and to Cpod for making their tongues work together!]]> ed
I knew Chinesepod hooked teachers up with students but didn't know they were in the matching making business. I can see a slew of podcasts coming down the chute now with everything from "can I kiss you" to "you're taking all the blanket, give me some" and everything in between. And there was I thinking the red colour all over the site was for China but instead it is the colour of love and passion - and Ken and Jenny making animal noises there yesterday - and just today Ken is all modest when Jenny praises his abilities. I am glad I don't have premium content yet, I don't think I could handle it! :-) Congrats Chand, on finding real love through the virtual world and to Cpod for making their tongues work together!]]> ChinesePod
Chand, I wish you and your wife the best of luck in your new marriage and I'm delighted if ChinesePod may be able to help in some small way. Ken Carroll]]> ChinesePod
Chand, I wish you and your wife the best of luck in your new marriage and I'm delighted if ChinesePod may be able to help in some small way. Ken Carroll]]> Cid
Hello! I'm brazilian, so I speak portuguese. The question is: in chinese I should say I speak 葡萄牙文 or I can say I speak 巴西文 ? By the way: congrats, Chand !]]> Cid
Hello! I'm brazilian, so I speak portuguese. The question is: in chinese I should say I speak 葡萄牙文 or I can say I speak 巴西文 ? By the way: congrats, Chand !]]>