The Latest Mandarin Chinese Language Lessons
Excellent Materials for You to Learn Chinese Mandarin Language
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Don't push that button Elementary
These days, there's a button for everything. Buttons help you make your coffee, turn on your computer to get your ChinesePod lesson...there are even buttons to bring on Doomsday! Listen to today's podcast and learn to talk about this touchy subject in Mandarin Chinese.
button
Insurance Insanity Upper Intermediate
Nothing is certain but death and taxes. And also, the power of learning Mandarin with ChinesePod. For all the other uncertainties, take out some insurance. Learn how to do it, in Chinese, in today's podcast.
health, insurance, medicine, rules
The Powerless Phones Newbie
Cell phones are almost universal in China. In some places, they're more common than landlines. In today's podcast, learn to talk in Mandarin Chinese about the most annoying cell phone issue of all: running out of power.
cell phones, mobile phones, battery, power
Late December News News and Features
'Tis the season to be jolly! So join us for karaoke in Chinese, and also learn more about insurance policies in Mandarin so as not to be driven insane by all that fine print. We also invite you, our dear Poddies, to join the latest extension of our community on Twitter and be kept even more up to date on what your beloved friends here at ChinesePod are working on.
Being Vague: 大概 (dàgài), 左右 (zuǒyòu), 上下 (shàngxià) Qing Wen
The Chinese love to beat around the bush, so on today's Qing Wen we'll teach you how to perfect your 'vague' skills. Learn about some words that express 'about' or 'approximately': 大概 (dàgài), 左右 (zuǒyòu), and 上下 (shàngxià)... and a few more for good measure.
Taxi Culture in China Dear Amber
On today's Dear Amber, we have a special 'taxi' edition. We educate you on everything taxi: from nabbing techniques to safety to price and beyond. These aren't no checkered cabs. Sketchy, perhaps... Please visit us too in the comments section to share your experiences and tips.
Hungry Traveler: Hangzhou Elementary
The city on West Lake is beloved across China for its romantic atmosphere, glorious history, and tasty cuisine. In this podcast, let's take a culinary excursion to the lovely city of Hangzhou.
food, Hangzhou, travel, fun, Hungry Traveler Series
Not So Silent Night Intermediate
The age-old dilemma: On Christmas Eve, should we go to church, or to a bar? In today's podcast you'll learn how to talk it over in Mandarin Chinese.
Christmas, holidays, activities, fun
Christmas Surprise Newbie
You just got that karaoke machine you've wanted for ages. How do you express your delight in Mandarin Chinese? Listen to today's podcast! P.S. For those of you still shopping, ChinesePod makes a great gift...
Christmas, gifts, surprise
Pregnancy Series 1: Officially Pregnant Upper Intermediate
You're pregnant! In today's podcast, learn how to talk about maternity in Mandarin. If there's a steamed bun in your oven, this is the lesson for you.
health, pregnancy, test, baby, mother, family
ChinesePod News News and Features
Here's an interview with satisfied executive poddie Tim. Learn about the upcoming lessons-- everything from pregnancy to Christmas presents! Plus, Calkins' photography group gets a special shout-out. And of course, check out the ChinesePod holiday promotion.
Always in Chinese: 总是 (zǒngshì) and 老是 (lǎoshi) Qing Wen
Here are two common words for 'always': 总是 (zǒngshì) and its bad boy brother 老是 (lǎoshi). In this Qing Wen, learn the difference between these two 'always' words, and how to use them!
Chinese Hospitality and Finding Vegetarian Food Dear Amber
Chinese hospitality can be overwhelming. Today on Dear Amber we hear firsthand about the royal treatment we get here from the people of China. And, on another topic... the Chinese do love their meat. But is it hard to find vegetarian food in China? We discuss your options for non-meat cuisine. Visit the comments section and share your tips and experiences with us, too!
Personal Trainer Upper Intermediate
You look like a Tang beauty, but your ideal is more like Bruce Lee. Time to hit the gym with a personal trainer. Today's podcast will teach you the ins and outs of physical training, in Mandarin Chinese. ChinesePod wants to PUMP...you UP!
health, fitness, working out, gym, coach, personal trainer, wellness, exercise
Learning the Lei Feng Song Elementary
In the old days, Western kids wanted to "Be Like Mike." Chinese kids wanted to "Be Like Comrade Lei Feng." In today's podcast, learn about this ultimate do-gooder. He's a role model for communists and capitalist-running-dogs alike.
Lei Feng, communism, role model, example, model, school, morality
Stuffy Room Newbie
Is it any wonder that Chinese uses the same character for "stuffy" and "depressed"? In this podcast, learn how to use Mandarin to complain about a hot, stuffy room. Better still, learn what to do about it.
weather, temperature