The Latest Mandarin Chinese Language Lessons
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Two Movie Tickets Please Intermediate
Going to the movies is great fun! However, if you're not confident with you Chinese, it can be a little nerve racking buying tickets when the ticket seller starts asking in-depth questions about which row you'd like, or if you want to buy a set meal with the ticket at a discounted rate. This lesson should help you figure out these common questions. Photo by kaylajanebarrie
tickets, movies, cinema
My Car Broke Down. Save Us! Elementary
When your car breaks down on the side of the road, it can seem like the end of the world, especially if you're in the middle of nowhere. In this dialogue, one of them is clearly more worried than the other. Photo by robadob
car, accident
孝道: Filial Piety Advanced
每个文化都有它较为核心的一些价值观，谈到中国文化，就不能不谈“孝”这个观念，“孝”不仅是对待父母的方式，其实更重要的是子女如何看待自己的角色，才能让这个“孝”不是表面功夫，而是能真正体现人伦之美的德行。 Photo by haru__q
video, Confucianism, family, Confucius, culture
Houses are So Expensive! Upper Intermediate
Houses are getting more and more expensive, and for first-time buyers, it can seem like an impossible task to get on the housing ladder. Listen as a friend complains about how hard it is, and how she feels like a "snail without a shell." Photo by elisfanclub
house, buying, property
Leaving Europe: Brexit Intermediate
Not long ago, Britain had a national referendum and voted to leave the European Union. This process was dubbed "Brexit". In today's lesson we hear how this had consequences across the globe, and how regular people living in other countries were affected by the news. Photo by Kim
brexit, politics, currency, travel
What a Lovely Painting Elementary
Listen to a friend describe a lovely painting they got recently. Being able to describe a scene in a picture is very important, and is a key skill tested on many Chinese proficiency exams, so this lesson should be super useful. Photo by ananth
painting
Making Comparisons in Mandarin Qing Wen
In this Qing Wen, we're going to learn different ways to make comparisons using the character 比 bi3. The sentence structure can be a little confusing at times, but since the adjectives don't change so much, once you've learnt it, you can start making some really interesting and complex sentences. Becuase this is Qing Wen, we like to go a bit more into detail, but if you're elementary, watch the video we made last week all about comparisons for extra revision here. There is also an early Qing Wen here.
Making Comparisons in Mandarin Qing Wen
In this Qing Wen, we're going to learn different ways to make comparisons using the character 比 bi3. The sentence structure can be a little confusing at times, but since the adjectives don't change so much, once you've learnt it, you can start making some really interesting and complex sentences. Becuase this is Qing Wen, we like to go a bit more into detail, but if you're elementary, watch the video we made last week all about comparisons for extra revision here. There is also an early Qing Wen here.
grammar, comparisons, video
I'm So Happy! 快乐, 高兴, 幸福 Qing Wen
3 very similar words which all translate as "to be happy" but it turns out most students use them in the wrong context all the time, and teachers often find it hard to explain the subtle differences. Fear not, we are here to help.
I'm So Happy! 快乐, 高兴, 幸福 Qing Wen
3 very similar words which all translate as "to be happy" but it turns out most students use them in the wrong context all the time, and teachers often find it hard to explain the subtle differences. Fear not, we are here to help.
happiness, synonyms, video
贴标签:Labelling People Advanced
背后给人贴标签、下判断实在不礼貌，但在网络时代，人人都想语出惊人，点评时代风气、人物特质也成了一种流行，但是也许一不小心也会落入肤浅的刻板印象，我们该怎么看这样的趋势呢。 Photo by stevendepolo
video, personality, slang, internet
Hey! It's Not Your Birthday Intermediate
Today's lesson is all about making birthday party plans, although it seems like the person is more interested in what they want to do rather than what the birthday girl wants. Photo by www.bluewaikiki.com
birthday, KTV, karaoke
Be Careful When Driving Elementary
When driving a scooter, it's important to keep your eyes and ears peeled. In today's dialogue, we have a backseat driver reminding the driver to be careful and look out for turning cars and pedestrians. Photo by Lendl Peralta
driving, car, scooter, moped, motor bike
南海爭端 South China Sea Dispute Advanced
要是你知道“南海九段线”，那么你肯定知道这对中国来说是个多么重要的问题，同时也牵动整个南太平洋的神经，今天的播客要带你进入这个充满争议的话题，通过这堂课，你能学到关于这个话题的一些基本专有词汇，让你的中文更进一步。 Photo by navalsurfaceforces
army, war, government, dispute
Game of Thrones Upper Intermediate
Another Game of Thrones lesson for you, (The script writers must really love it). Learn about the show, and how Chinese history ties in with some of the translations. Game of Thrones Title Music composed by Ramin Djawadi
game of thrones, history, television, TV, video
Phone Stolen Abroad Intermediate
This dialogue is about a younger brother calling home from Germany after a long hiatus. The reason he hasn't been in touch is that is phone got stolen abroad! His big sister then proceeds to scold him and telling him that he's careless. Photo by IgniteHospitality
Germany, phone, telephone
Buying a Second Hand Car Elementary
Buying a second-hand car can be an exciting and scary prospect. Unless you know a lot about cars, it can be a gamble about what condition the vehicle is in. It's best to do your homework and ask friends around you. That being said, you can get a lovely car much less money. Photo by carolinqua
car, buying, second hand
Making Comparisons Pre Intermediate
In this lesson, we're going to learn 4 different ways to make comparisons using the character 比 bi3. The sentence structure can be a little confusing at times, but since the adjectives don't chance so much, once you've learnt it, you can start making some really interesting and complex sentences.In this lesson we teach different ways to make comparisons, ranging from beginner, all the way to intermediate, so take your time with it, and look out for our Qing Wen lesson in a couple of weeks where we go more in to detail. Photo by cleanwalmart
grammar, clothing, clothes, shopping, video
Ghost Month Intermediate
Ghost Month falls on the 7th Month of the Farmer's Calendar, usually during the month of August. While not seen so much in Modern China these days, it is still a tradition seen in Taiwan and Hong Kong, and has lots to do with Chinese history and culture. Learn some of the customs and superstitions in this lesson. Photo by logatfer
festivals, customs, tradition, culture, religion, ghost
Typhoon Holiday Upper Intermediate
When a typhoon hits, you usually get a day off from work. When this happens, people usually end up going to the cinema or shopping centre and enjoy the time off. However, for certain people, no work means no pay. Listen to a chat about how this affects two employees. Photo by NASA Goddard Space Flight Center
typhoon, holiday, work