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How to Express Time and Duration in Chinese
How to Express Time and Duration in Chinese with Common Word PairsMany Chinese learners quickly discover that the Chinese language has many words that sound or look alike, yet carry different meanings. The confusion often arises when trying to express time in Chinese or describe duration in Chinese. These are not just vocabulary issues...
The Meaning of XSWL in Chinese Slang | That’s Mandarin
5 Must-Know Chinese Phrases for Bargaining
10 Chinese Words That Sound Alike but Mean Different Things
Future Tense in Chinese | That’s Mandarin Guide
Life in China
How to Return Items on Taobao China | That’s Mandarin
How to Return Items on Taobao Like a Pro — Easy Chinese Guide by That's Mandarin In China online shopping is booming with many platforms, but Taobao remains the most popular. This guide will help you easily return items on Taobao, whether you made a wrong purchase or bought something on impulse. Follow our step-by-step tips to get...
Top 5 Foreign Languages to Learn in China | That’s Mandarin
Top Jobs in China for Expats | Careers for Foreigners 2025
Beginner’s Guide | Starting Your Journey in China
Getting a Massage in China
Chinese Culture
3 Chinese Wedding Facts Explained – Traditions and Meaning
3 Chinese Wedding Facts Explained: Traditions and Superstitions Superstition, honour and tradition – all play their part at a Chinese wedding. Here are 3 simple facts about Chinese wedding to keep you in the know. Nowadays in China, especially in the cities, a traditional Chinese wedding is rarely seen. Modern weddings often involve gathering the […]
5 Simple & Funny Chinese Jokes | Learn Chinese with Humor
Top 10 Popular Chinese Male Names | Choose Your Chinese Name
Top 5 Personality Traits of Chinese People | That’s Mandarin
7 Popular Types of Chinese Liquor: Mijiu to Baijiu
Chinese Apps
How To Order Food in China Using Eleme?
Imagine you arrive home from work in the evening – with zero energy left to cook dinner. Naturally, you’d think of ordering a takeaway. But how challenging is it to order in Chinese? Perhaps you aren’t confident enough to speak Chinese on the phone; on top of that, the artistic, often complicated names of Chinese dishes can […]
Baidu: Top Search Engine Alternative to Google in China
5 Must-Have Chinese vs Western Social Media Apps Compared
Top 5 Most Popular Apps in China for 2025
Xiaohongshu (小红书) Guide to China’s Top Lifestyle App | That’s Mandarin
New HSK 3.0
New HSK 1: Word List PDF & Infographic 2021
As the new HSK standards were released in March 2021, we’ve spent this time analyzing the new HSK 1 vocabulary word list to provide you with a detailed analysis of the new HSK vocabulary - so you can know what's coming, and begin preparing for the new exam. In this post, we look at the New HSK 1 Vocabulary List for Level 1 in 2021 in...
New HSK 3-6 Changes: Written & Spoken Exams Combined (Update 2022)
New HSK 2: Word List PDF & Infographic 2021
New HSK 3: Word List PDF & Infographic
When will the new HSK exams be updated?
Guest Articles
7 Things First-Time Travelers Should Know About Chinese Culture
7 Essential Things About Chinese Culture First-time Travelers Should Know Are you planning your first trip to China? Planning a trip to a place you've never been can be daunting especially when it's a faraway destination like China. China’s unique culture and traditions can be quite different from other countries and first-time...
Order Food in Chinese: 10 Essential Delivery Phrases
Learn Business Chinese & Culture | Language Tips & Etiquette
How to Write a Chinese Essay: Tips & Guide | That’s Mandarin
The Meaning Of Different Colors In Chinese Culture
Chinese Food
7 Popular Types of Chinese Tea You Need to Know | That’s Mandarin Tea Guide
As the weather is still cold outside, now is the perfect season for hot drinks! This week, let’s explore 7 popular types of Chinese tea, including Chinese green tea, Chinese black tea, Chinese oolong tea, and more. Discover the best Chinese teas to find a new favorite and bring home a unique tea souvenir. Learn about Chinese tea culture...
Chinese Table Manners & Etiquette: Key Dining Tips | That’s Mandarin
History of Milk Tea | Origins, Types & Cultural Influence
7 Flavors in Chinese & Must-Try Dishes | Chinese Food Culture
Mapo doufu (麻婆豆腐), a Popular Chinese Tofu Dish
East Meets West
Celebrities Who Can Speak Chinese Fluently | Learn Mandarin
Chinese language is now one of the most popular foreign languages in the world Mandarin Chinese learning is growing globally. Every day more and more people start learning Chinese for different reasons – such as better job opportunities, international business development, cultural immersion or pure curiosity. Many language learners fall in love with Chinese characters, […]
What Food Chinese People DON’T Eat?
China VS Russia: How Do They See Each Other?
The Chinese Attitude towards Life
Disney movie: Mulan’s story
