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All about "But" Qing Wen
In today's show, we are going to talk about some Chinese words that can be expressed as "but". Simple but very worthy of scrutiny. If you have similar questions, feel free to tell us. We will try our absolute best to help you.
questions, grammar, words
The Courses of a French Dinner Upper Intermediate
Intrinsic to any culture is it's food, and the way it is served. Moreover, one of the delights of learning a new language and culture is experiencing it's cuisine. In this lesson, a grandma endeavours to prepare for an excursion to dine in a Western restaurant. Listen in to what thoughts she has about the prospect.
dining
Dormitory Drama - Part 2 Intermediate
In part two of our series, the drama starts to escalate as we find out more about what is happening in the lives of these university girls. What do they do in their spare time, and what would they like to keep secret? Find out in today's installment of the Dormitory Drama.
story, life, students, relationships, school
Your Zipper Is Down! Elementary
It's a situation we've all come across. Someone's zipper is down! Do we say something to save the day but risk some embarrassment, or just let the person continue in happy oblivion? Listen in and learn how to state the facts in Mandarin.
street, clothes
Car Troubles Intermediate
Have you ever had a day when nothing goes right? You wonder, "What could possibly go wrong next?!" Listen in as one couple has such a day, as they encounter one car problem after another...
car, battery, traffic
"Continue" and "Very" Qing Wen
Today in our show, we will talk about the different ways to say "continue" and "very". This is in response to questions from Breata and BrianInSuzhou. Please continue to send us questions and we will do our best to answer them for you！
questions, words
A Day at Happy Valley Intermediate
Happy Valley is a huge amusement park in Shanghai featuring rides and roller coasters, some of course are not for the fainthearted. Two friends in today's dialogue take a look around and decide which ride they dare try out.
park, playing
A Visit to the Company Elementary
Is your company expecting an important visitor soon? Will you need to show him around the office? Get prepared with this lesson, so you can impress your visitor with your company and your Mandarin!
office, introductions
Dormitory Drama - Part 1 Intermediate
This is the very first episode of a brand new series! Think of all the things that could possibly happen in a girl's dormitory at university. Gossip, teachers, and of course boys. That all adds up to a lot of drama and a lot of great vocabulary. Listen in to the first episode of this exciting new series as a first-year student gets some tips on university life.
university, life, students, study
Secrets to Learning Chinese Upper Intermediate
If you live in China, learning Chinese may be a popular topic of discussion when you get together with your other foreign friends. What obstacles do you face and how do you plan to overcome them? In this lesson find out what others are saying about secrets to learning Chinese.
learning, Chinese, Mandarin, academic, experience
Changing your Profile Picture Pre Intermediate
When was the last time you updated your profile picture? A few days ago or has it been awhile? For the father in this lesson, getting help changing his photo causes his daughter to discover something very interesting about her dad...
computers, internet, family
Goodbye to Shanell News and Features
Today we bid farewell to Shanell, long time ChinesePod user turned host. She is moving back to the US after 5 years in China. Jenny gets emotional as she reminisces about other past CPod members.
news
A Romantic Proposal Upper Intermediate
What happens when a guy wants to make a proposal out of the ordinary but is just short out of ideas? Where can he find help with his dilemma? This lesson is about one such lad. See whether the result is "To thee I wed" or something else...
proposal, love
Internet Upgrades Intermediate
With so many options out there it may be hard to decide what type of internet service you should get. Or perhaps you may need to upgrade from time to time. Today's lesson will focus on the vocabulary you need to make a successful upgrade.
internet, network, computers, technology
What Goes In.... Elementary
Yes, what goes in, must come out. That's the predicament our little Doudou faces in today's lesson. Is it just a matter of patience or will other measures have to be taken? Listen in to get the whole story.
kids, family, bathroom, sick
The Marks are Out! Intermediate
Getting your marks back from your exams is an exciting and even nerve-racking time. In China, it is very much so when students get their marks for their college entrance exam, as it will determine their future education and career path. Listen in as two friends discuss their marks and their future.
exam, university, students, test, expectation
"在 时间" and "中" Qing Wen
In today's Qing Wen, we will mainly focus on the usage of '在 时间' and how we use '中' as a prepostion. Our questions are from dong_hua_sen and adam_p_lax. We hope to get more comments from you.
questions, grammar
Letting it All Out Intermediate
Ever get so frustrated or mad that you just need to let it all out? That's what one husband decides to do in today's lesson--in a way that may make you chuckle!
family, husbands, affection, emotions