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Cell Phone Connectivity Issues Pre Intermediate
Do you know how to express that you can't get through to someone's cell phone? Or that someone's cell phone appears to be off? Learn the Chinese for these important phrases, and also learn about how much trouble you can get into for befalling these technical issues.
cell phones, daily life
Invitation to Dinner Newbie
In China, where eating is always the the central activity around which all else is planned, dinner with friends is the preferred way to socialize. So you'd best prepare yourself for dinner invitations and being treated to meals. Cover the basics in this Chinese lesson.
daily life, eating, time
Market Research 1: Consumer Survey Upper Intermediate
There's a vast market of billions of consumers in China, so companies are clamoring to get their products in the door. But are all products right for China? It may be wise to conduct a little market research before going all in on the Middle Kingdom. This lesson deals with a consumer survey regarding motor homes in China.
marketing, business, travel, entertainment
Perfume Shopping Intermediate
Perfume might seem like a good gift for a female friend, but be sure to pick the right fragrance! In this Chinese lesson, our hapless male hero attempts to navigate the choices.
daily life, perfume, shopping, age, personality
Chinese Kung Fu Beijing Standard Time
One of the most recognizable aspects of Chinese culture that is recognized the world over is Chinese Wu Shu (martial arts), popularized by such talented film stars as Bruce Lee and Jackie Chan. In this lesson, Greg and David get into some of the basic principles of Wu Shu as well as some important figures in the Wu Shu tradition, both ancient and recent. Listen in and enjoy the show! If you're hungering for more martial arts, check out ChinesePod's awesome lessons about practicing kung fu and visiting the Shaolin Temple!
kung fu, martial arts
The Glorious了(le): Part 1 Qing Wen
Back by popular demand, the Qing Wen team has decided once again to delve into the mysteries of 了(le), the particle that you love to hate. Tune in to find out how to use 了 to express a completed action or to express change. We will have more QW's in the future featuring this fascinating character, but if you're still looking for a fix after listening to this lesson, check out ChinesePod's classic lesson on 了 (le): Something's About to Happen!
grammar, le
商务发言 3：产品卖点 Advanced
要想产品卖得好，除了会吹牛之外，产品的卖点当然也很重要。在这一集中，福特先生将重点阐述新产品的优点和卖点。想知道这次阿尔法公司的新产品有哪些优点吗？跟竞争对手的产品相比，它能否胜出呢？快跟福特先生一起来发现吧！
business, meeting, product
Thanking a Hospitable Friend Elementary
If you've ever had the fortune of being "taken care of" by a Chinese friend while in China, then you know how truly hospitable the Chinese can be. When it comes time to say farewell, though, you may have a little trouble expressing the depths of your gratitude. This Chinese lesson is just what you need.
travel, culture, daily life, friends, thanking
A Business Lunch Invitation Intermediate
It's pretty widely known that the Chinese like to get to know each other over the dinner table, and even make deals over meals. Not every meal is going to be a profitable venture, however, which raises the question of when it's appropriate to treat your client to a meal. In this Chinese lesson, some co-workers tackle the age-old question of "to qing or not to qing."
business, culture, eating
Detective Li 9: Final Mission (Part 3) Upper Intermediate
As Detective Li and Xiao You pursue a terrorist threat known only as "Black Cat," Xiao You heads back to headquarters while Detective Li pursues a fleeing "shadow" on his own. In this lesson, Detective Li finally confronts the shadow and learns its true intent. [上集答案：5239]
detective story, crime, chemistry
Video Contest, ChinesePod Korea and the Store News and Features
News and Features are back with 3 awesome announcements! 1) To celebrate our Facebook 50,000 Likes milestone, we are organizing a video contest with great prizes. 2) We have soft-launched ChinesePod Korea this week to expand the ChinesePod family. Please help us spread the word by liking our Korean Facebook page and follow us on Twitter. 3) And of course the ChinesePod store.
store, Korea
'Very' and Other Degree Modifiers Qing Wen
Today's Qing Wen focuses on a number of 'degree modifiers', i.e. the words you use to emphasize your adjectives. Along with classic favorites like 很(hěn) we'll be covering a multitude of others that are sure to take your Chinese to extraordinary new heights!
degree, exaggerate, feelings
Plane Ticket Prices Elementary
We hope you're ready for some slightly higher numbers, because these are plane tickets we're talking about; the numbers 1-100 aren't going to cut it. Learn how to ask about travel planes, and also how to discuss slightly vague price ranges in this Chinese lesson.
travel, tickets, price, numbers
The Night Club Experience Upper Intermediate
Are you a hardcore clubber? Or are you more of a wannabe, hoping for just a little peek into that dark, loud world of music, alcohol, and one-night stands? This lesson provides the outsider perspective into a Chinese club without getting too deep into the scene.
entertainment, wine, people
Tables and Chairs Newbie
Ah, tables and chairs. Even the most minimalist decorator agrees that "being able to sit down" and "having a raised surface to put stuff on" are good things. There are a few surprises in store for you in today's Chinese lesson, though, so tune in and learn.
furniture, daily life, office
A Bad Temper Intermediate
A bad temper can cause a lot of trouble in a man's life. In this lesson, we learn about one man's temper and how it has affected his relationships. Fortunately, the guy has a very helpful friend offering advice for how to deal with the situation. Learn all about it in this Chinese lesson.
personality, people, daily life
Imitation Goods Beijing Standard Time
Even if you've never set foot in the PRC, you've probably heard that counterfeit, fake and imitation are rampantly available throughout the country. Today, David and Greg discuss the important difference between wholly fake goods and those that are merely "imitations". Listen in and feel free to chime in with your own experiences purchasing imitation goods (ideally with pictures!). Also, check out some ChinesePod lessons on watching and buying counterfeit dvd's!
shopping