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Opinions and Suggestions Qing Wen
In this Qing Wen, we look at ways to give recommendations, suggestions, and opinions using the characters: 推荐 [推薦] tuījiàn (to recommend) 建议 [建議] jiànyì (recommendation/to suggest) 意见 [意見] yìjiàn （objection/complaint/to suggest) These 3 words are similar in English but have very different usage patterns in Chinese and are often used incorrectly by students, so today we hope to make it nice and clear for you all.
synonyms, grammar, video
面试 Advanced
想在中国找工作吗？想用中文找到一个工作吗？那一定得面对“面试”这一关，这一课我们就来听听面试的时候可能会被问到的问题，以及在这类正式谈话中比较恰当的说话方式。 Photo by David Davies
interview, job interviews, job-hunting, resume
Going to Grandma's to Feast Intermediate
After working on a school project for what seems like ages, and surviving only on instant noodles, two school friends are stuck trying to decide where to eat. One of the friends recommends Grandma's, although this isn't what you might expect. Photo by Michael Coté
restaurant, eating
Did You Go on a Date with Him? Elementary
Today's dialogue is about a nosy younger sister asking how her brother's date was. He says it's not a date, simply two pen pals meeting for food and drink, but the more she presses him, the more he gets annoyed. Learn useful words for relationships, dating, and way's to ask questions. Photo from boston_public_library
relationships, date, dating, siblings
Gogoro Electric Scooters Advanced
由于科技的发展，电瓶车也要走向一个新的时代了，而“小牛”和“gogoro”正是这样标志性的产品，借着这段对话，我们想要来谈谈使用者对于这样的产品的感受。
transport, transportation, motor bike, electric scooter, electricity, Taiwan, technology, environment
Visiting an Aboriginal Festival Upper Intermediate
In today's lesson, we hear someone convince their colleague to go to a local aboriginal festival. Photo by 林展群
festivals, culture, Aboriginal, Taiwan
It's Hard to Shed Fat Intermediate
Losing weight can be a long and slow process. This is why today's interlocutor is feeling a bit glum. Their friend gives lots of advice on losing weight including running with them, swimming each day, or even trying diet pills. The friend is still not convinced. Photo by ronmerk
exercise, diet, weight loss
I'll Uber to the Party Elementary
Two people are discussing how to get to a party. Since one of them has no transport options, they decide to get an Uber together.
transportation, transport, party, Uber
Synonyms for 'Trick' Qing Wen
In this Upper-Intermediate/Advanced Qing Wen, we discuss the different ways to say "tricks" or "schemes" by looking at sentences using 名堂 (míngtáng),花招(huāzhāo),and 手段 (shǒuduàn).
Synonyms for 'Trick' Qing Wen
In this Upper-Intermediate/Advanced Qing Wen, we discuss the different ways to say "tricks" or "schemes" by looking at sentences using 名堂 (míngtáng),花招(huāzhāo),and 手段 (shǒuduàn).
synonyms, tricks, video
Pokemon Go Upper Intermediate
Today we're taking on the controversial topic of Pokemon Go. Learn the names for popular Pokemon, hear about the stampede in Beitou, and hear some pro's and con's about the game. For another video lesson with some Pokemon in it, click here.
pokemon, games, App, video
What Star Sign Are You? Intermediate
No matter your thoughts on astrology, it's a great topic for conversation and an excellent way to learn personality traits in Chinese. What star sign are you? Do you believe in it? Leave your sign and personality in the comments section. Photo by valeriebb
star sign, astrology, zodiac
When Are You Going? Elementary
This lesson is all about asking someone when they're going abroad. If you haven't learned time words before such as "next year" or "the week after next" you may wish to watch the following videos first and then study this one for further practice and revision. Time Word Tips P1: 上 and 下 Time Word Tips P2 : 前 and 后
time, travel
Getting a Haircut Upper Intermediate
This lesson is all about getting a haircut. It's designed to ease Intermediate learners into the upper levels so might seem a bit easier than normal. Getting the exact haircut that you want can sometimes be challenging, and might require some specialized language that you don't even know at the higher levels. Usually, it's best to take a picture of the style you want to avoid any confusion. For a fun elementary video lesson of Fiona getting a haircut, check out this YouTube video Photo by rtdphotography
hair, haircut
You're Infuriating Intermediate
BRIDGE LESSON This lesson is a bit more challenging and is meant to help Intermediate learners push up into the higher levels. The hope for this lesson is that you start seeing how sarcasm, cultural references, and historical figures can be used in a dialogue. It's fine if you don't remember everything from the lesson, but hopefully If you hear any of the statements in future, you will understand a bit more. In this lesson, we hear a small argument between two friends that have fallen out because one of them embarrassed them in front of some girls that he liked. Photo by pedestrianrex
bridge, bridge lesson, argument, idioms, sarcasm
What Do You Want To Ask? Pre Intermediate
In today's lesson, two colleagues are getting into a heated chat at work. After some probing questions, one of them finally comes out with it and asks why she was out eating Japanese food with her boyfriend! Uh oh, Busted!
questions, cheating, adultery
Comparing 'Finally' Using 终于、总算、毕竟 Qing Wen
In the first ever Intermediate/Upper-Intermediate Qing Wen, we tackle the slightly nuanced difference between the characters 终于 (zhong1yu2), 总算 (zong3suan4) and 毕竟 (bi4jing4). They can all translate as 'In the end" or "finally" but have subtle differences in usage. In today's Qing Wen we give you lots of example sentences so that next time you can use the most appropriate word. Check the Discussion tab at the bottom of the page to see the pop quiz and feel free to leave your answers in the comments.
Comparing 'Finally' Using 终于、总算、毕竟 Qing Wen
In the first ever Intermediate/Upper-Intermediate Qing Wen, we tackle the slightly nuanced difference between the characters 终于 (zhong1yu2), 总算 (zong3suan4) and 毕竟 (bi4jing4). They can all translate as 'In the end" or "finally" but have subtle differences in usage. In today's Qing Wen we give you lots of example sentences so that next time you can use the most appropriate word. Check the Discussion tab at the bottom of the page to see the pop quiz and feel free to leave your answers in the comments.
grammar, pokemon, synonyms, video
Delayed at the Airport Upper Intermediate
Strikes are an important tactic in order to improve working conditions and equality, but they can sometimes really inconvenience people's travel plans. Learn all about going on strike in today's lesson. Photo by ampersandyslexia
travel, airport, strike