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Black Myth: Wukong | Chinese Guide to China’s First AAA Game
The highly anticipated game Black Myth: Wukong is thrilling gamers worldwide. Just hours after its release on Tuesday, the game quickly became a hit, selling over 4.5 million copies by evening. Here's what you need to know about China's first AAA game*. *In the video game industry, AAA (pronounced "triple A") is a term used for games with the highest development budgets and levels of promotion....
Difference Between Shǎo (少) and Xiǎo (小)
Chinese learners often find themselves confused by the difference between 少 (shǎo) vs 小 (xiǎo)?...
How to Say Happy in Chinese and 4 Other Emotions
Expressing emotions is inevitable in our daily lives in that we continually experience different...
5 Essential Chinese Office Words
Today we are going to look at "5 Essential Chinese Office Words". Many expats are optimistic about...
How to Say “No” in Chinese
不 (bù)不 (bù) is a general negation word used to express a simple “no” or “not.” When first...
Black Myth: Wukong | Chinese Guide to China’s First AAA Game
The highly anticipated game Black Myth: Wukong is thrilling gamers worldwide. Just hours after its...
Difference Between Shǎo (少) and Xiǎo (小)
Chinese learners often find themselves confused by the difference between 少 (shǎo) vs 小 (xiǎo)?...
How to Say Happy in Chinese and 4 Other Emotions
Expressing emotions is inevitable in our daily lives in that we continually experience different...
5 Essential Chinese Office Words
Today we are going to look at "5 Essential Chinese Office Words". Many expats are optimistic about...
How to Say “No” in Chinese
不 (bù)不 (bù) is a general negation word used to express a simple “no” or “not.” When first...
8 Temperature Adjectives in Chinese
If you are in China this summer, the weather has probably been one of the most popular topics (and...
IF YOU ARE IN CHINA
Life in China
Beginner’s Guide | Starting Your Journey in China
Navigating a new country can be overwhelming, especially when it comes to everyday tasks like...
Getting a Massage in China
Massage, or 按摩 (ànmó), is a very popular type of therapy in China among locals and foreigners...
Chinese National Holidays in 2024
Here comes a comprehensive list of Chinese National Holidays for 2024, including dates, duration,...
FOR FOREGINERS IN CHINA
Chinese Culture
The Difference Between Chinese and Mandarin
One of the questions we run in too, quite frequently, is ,"What is the difference between Chinese and Mandarin". While mandarin is the official language of China and almost all Chinese-born citizens can speak Mandarin, it is by far not the only language spoken in China. This can make the question of if Chinese and Mandarin are the same thing, a little more complicated. So let's look at some...
How to Order Food in Chinese?
One of the first questions you will find your self asking when you come to China is "How to order...
Best Chinese movies to learn Mandarin
Learning Chinese through movies can be both enjoyable and educational. Here are some great films...
Best Chinese series to learn Mandarin (Netflix, HBO and more)
Learning Chinese Mandarin language can be a bit tedious if you only follow the books or online...
八段锦 | Chinese Guide to the Eight Steps to Healthy Living
You've probably heard how Chinese culture is packed with ancient and modern methods for staying...
The Difference Between Chinese and Mandarin
One of the questions we run in too, quite frequently, is ,"What is the difference between Chinese...
How to Order Food in Chinese?
One of the first questions you will find your self asking when you come to China is "How to order...
Best Chinese movies to learn Mandarin
Learning Chinese through movies can be both enjoyable and educational. Here are some great films...
Best Chinese series to learn Mandarin (Netflix, HBO and more)
Learning Chinese Mandarin language can be a bit tedious if you only follow the books or online...
八段锦 | Chinese Guide to the Eight Steps to Healthy Living
You've probably heard how Chinese culture is packed with ancient and modern methods for staying...
Chinese Guide to Flower Culture in China
As the blossoming season approaches, you can see the floral touch of spring everywhere around....
FOR GEEKS
Chinese Apps
5 Platforms to Make Your Life in China Easier
These useful Chinese platforms are making life in China easier. Whether you're a newcomer or...
Alternatives to Youtube in China
As a Chinese learner, you might be wondering where to find some raw, authentic content in Chinese:...
Baidu: The Alternative to Google in China
Many foreigners in China soon notice that well-known websites like Google and Youtube are not very...
IMPORTANT NEWS
New HSK 2022
New HSK 3-6 Changes: Written & Spoken Exams Combined (Update 2022)
When will the new HSK exams be updated?
New HSK Levels 2021: All You Need to Know
New HSK 1: Word List PDF + Infographic
New HSK 2: Word List PDF + Infographic
New HSK 3: Word List PDF + Infographic
New HSK 3-6 Changes: Written & Spoken Exams Combined (Update 2022)
When will the new HSK exams be updated?
New HSK Levels 2021: All You Need to Know
New HSK 1: Word List PDF + Infographic
New HSK 2: Word List PDF + Infographic
New HSK 3: Word List PDF + Infographic
FOR CURIOUS MINDS
Guest Articles
Breaking Down Barriers: Movies and TV Shows in Chinese Language Learning
Learning Chinese can be somewhat stressful considering how complex the language is. It requires...
Traditional and Simplified Chinese Characters
The difference between traditional and simplified characters is an important distinction to...
Hack Chinese: A Powerful Tool to Make Chinese Vocabulary Learning Easy
If you've been learning Chinese for a while, you probably know that new words are difficult to...
Journey to the West: Introduction
As a Chinese learner, at some point in your learning journey, you will definitely learn about...
How To Say Different Colors In Chinese And What They Mean
We are going to take a look at colors in Chinese culture. Across human history, there are some observable patterns when it comes to the invention of language. One of these comes in the form of naming the observable colors in the world. It is proposed that languages will develop the words for black and white first and then red soon to follow. Red is a color that often holds a lot of meaning no...
How To Say Different Colors In Chinese And What They Mean
We are going to take a look at colors in Chinese culture. Across human history, there are some...
Breaking Down Barriers: Movies and TV Shows in Chinese Language Learning
Learning Chinese can be somewhat stressful considering how complex the language is. It requires...
Traditional and Simplified Chinese Characters
The difference between traditional and simplified characters is an important distinction to...
Hack Chinese: A Powerful Tool to Make Chinese Vocabulary Learning Easy
If you've been learning Chinese for a while, you probably know that new words are difficult to...
Dong Chinese | Great Tool to Learn Chinese
The Best Tool to Learn MandarinChinese learning has become extremely popular around the world. One...
FOR FOODIES
Chinese Food
7 Flavors and Tastes in Chinese + Must-Try Dishes
Many foreigners living in China often discover Chinese food to be captivating. It blends diverse...
Tea Guide: 7 Popular Types of Chinese Tea
As the weather is still cold outside, now is the perfect season for hot drinks! So this week,...
Chinese Table Manners and Etiquette
China is a country where elements of modern are still strongly entangled with traditional...
FOR GLOBAL CITIZENS
East Meets West
What Food Chinese People DON’T Eat?
Learning how to express what you don't eat, dislike, or don't want is an essential part of...
What Food Chinese People DON’T Eat?
Learning how to express what you don't eat, dislike, or don't want is an essential part of...
China VS Russia: How Do They See Each Other?
China and Russia are both influential players in the international arena. Both of them have made...
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