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Why Chinese People Are Addicted to Mobile Phones | 3 Reasons

Why Chinese People Are Addicted to Mobile Phones | 3 Reasons

3 Reasons Why Chinese People Are Addicted to Mobile Phones Why are Chinese people so addicted to their mobile phones? You will find 3 reasons in this article. Nowadays mobile phones have become an inalienable part of our daily life. In modern society, mobile phones bring a lot of convenience to our life and provide […]

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Be More Productive At Learning Mandarin Chinese

Be More Productive At Learning Mandarin Chinese

1. Get Productive At Language Learning By Doing Less “Focus on being productive instead of being busy” – Tim Ferris All of us language learners would love to be more productive in our studies, but it’s hard to get a good grasp on our goals and deadlines and put in the right amount of time [...]
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HSK Level 6: Downloadable Test

HSK Level 6: Downloadable Test

Students at this level will be able to talk about nearly any topic, particular areas of their specialization, with only minor mistakes or confusion.  They should have strong conversational skills and be able to understand a large portion of the language used in Chinese news, films and TV shows. They should have mastered a vocabulary […]

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HSK Level 5: Downloadable Test

HSK Level 5: Downloadable Test

Students at this level are able to converse at relative fluency on a vast range of topics in their life and in their workplace. They will be able to use some idiomatic expressions in Chinese exchanges. They should be able to read simple passages in Chinese and understand the content of Chinese films and TV […]

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HSK Level 4: Downloadable Test

HSK Level 4: Downloadable Test

Students at this level should feel comfortable commenting on a wide range of subjects and issues related to life, study, and work, although they may still lack precise vocabulary in some specialized topics. They should be able to communicate with native Chinese speakers with ease, in daily life or while traveling. They should have a […]

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HSK Level 3: Downloadable Test

HSK Level 3: Downloadable Test

Students at this level are able to confidently communicate with native speakers regarding all basic aspects of everyday life in Chinese and can do so with a minimal number of mistakes. Students will be able to express opinions on simple topics and explain the reasoning behind their opinions. At this stage, they should be able […]

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HSK Level 1: Downloadable Test

HSK Level 1: Downloadable Test

Students at this level have had little to no previous experience with Chinese. Level 1 will begin with essential survival Chinese, immediately applicable to daily life. After the first few classes, students should be able to put together basic sentences on topics such as food, transportation, and shopping. Students completing this level will have a […]

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3 Typical Chinese Souvenirs

3 Typical Chinese Souvenirs

If you are a foreigner working or living in Shanghai, it would be a good idea to buy some traditional Chinese souvenirs for your family and friends, no matter whether you are going back home for holiday or permanently. China is a paradise for souvenirs, there are so many things to choose from when you [...]
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What is CCTV’s Chinese New Year Gala Show?

What is CCTV’s Chinese New Year Gala Show?

Since 1983, Chinese families have sat down to wrap dumplings and watch CCTV’s Chinese New Year Gala on television on s Eve. It’s a Chinese New Year’s Eve tradition that nearly every family in China participates in. The Chinese New Year Gala features a variety of skits and performances. The show might seem difficult to understand or enjoy. […]

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Chinese Work Visa – What you need to know

Chinese Work Visa – What you need to know

Currently, if you want to work in China, of course you will need a Chinese work visa. there are two types of work permits you can apply for: an employment license for foreigners from the Ministry of Human Resources and Social Security. Or a foreign expert work permit from the State Administration of Foreign Experts [...]
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Best Chinese Smartphone Companies

Best Chinese Smartphone Companies

Nokia (remember them?) have just announced their new phone will strictly enter the Chinese market first. Before any other market including the USA and Europe. So we thought it would be a good opportunity to explain how tough it will be for Nokia to compete against leading Chinese smartphones. We’ve all heard that China can [...]
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Top 8 Most Livable Cities in China

Top 8 Most Livable Cities in China

Life is an adventure and if given the chance to move to China, would you take it? Once you have said yes to that question, the next thing to decide is which city you will be living in. China is not just all about pollution and over-consumerism. It’s a very fine place to live in, [...]
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Your Guide To Chinese New Year Superstitions

Your Guide To Chinese New Year Superstitions

This January 28th will mark the beginning of a new year for Chinese people. The date is selected based on the Lunar Calendar and it changes every year. Each year is also represented by one of the twelve animals on the Chinese horoscope wheel. And this new year will be the year of the rooster. [...]
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Top 4 Funny Chinese Phrases Of 2016

Top 4 Funny Chinese Phrases Of 2016

Welcome to our roundup of the funniest or most ridiculous Chinese phrases in 2016. Chinese social media is a completely different beast from its western counterpart in the online world. Chinese netizens are known for coming up with quirky and creative Chinese phrases for just about anything that is currently going on. They’re quick to react [...]
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How To Celebrate Christmas The Chinese Way

How To Celebrate Christmas The Chinese Way

Christmas has been adopted as a non-official festival in China. There is no public holiday on this day, but when you go to the big cities like Shanghai or Beijing, you will find some western Christmas-y influences at hotels or shopping malls: Christmas decorations Christmas trees, colourful lights – and of course, special Christmas deals. […]

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How Hot Is Hainan – China’s Paradise?

How Hot Is Hainan – China’s Paradise?

Hainan Island is the smallest province of China, yet it is one of the most well-known tourist destinations in South China. Its southernmost location at 18° north latitude makes it an ideal place for a beach vacation , with over 47 million tourists yearly.   The Tropical Climate Of Hainan Hainan Island’s weather ranges from […]

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4 Rides at Shanghai Disneyland You Shouldn’t Miss

4 Rides at Shanghai Disneyland You Shouldn’t Miss

The Shanghai Disneyland Park has finally been opened and it is the world’s sixth Disneyland Park and the first in China!   Shanghai Disneyland Shanghai Disneyland Park is officially it the largest Disneyland Park in the world, boasting the construction area of 287 acres. It also broke a few new records – for owning the […]

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