Lesson Comments
"...if I thought someone was intentionally using the word to have a go at me, there is a good chance I would 'fly off the handle' as you say..." T... Read more
"often in contexts where its use seems to be linked to condescension and/or rudeness" That is different - and if I thought someone was intentional... Read more
我觉得洋洋进修是在澳大利亚而她的礼物可能会是一个“ 飞去来器 ”；这样每当沈哥玩儿它，他想起来她，而且它将让他感觉不管多少次他试图扔她，她总是会回来 Read more
Well, I admire your assurance. But I maintain you can have no idea how you would feel when you hear this word time and time again, often in contexts w... Read more
No, I've never been to China. But I can assure you that the mere use of the word would not worry me. It is a descriptor - a statement of fact. And... Read more
You didn't answer my question about actually visiting China. I'm prepared to surmise you have never lived here for an extended period of time. So, sor... Read more
Yes, being stared at and pointed at would be an issue for me. But the mere use of that word would not. Read more
changye, you are Japanese, so I'm really not surprised that it's not a problem for you. My guess is you could walk down any street in China without be... Read more
Hi guys To be honest, I half expected your responses, because I've read many similar comments, including both pros and cons, here in Chinesepod for... Read more
Anyone else not able to see the Dialogue due to default set-up to Traditional characters? I can see the dialogue if I click to simplified.  ... Read more