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Yoga-related Chinese Vocabulary
If you are into yoga and you come to China, you will soon discover that many yoga classes are taught in Chinese. But this should not drive you away! By learning the essential yoga-related vocabulary, you can follow the instructions and connect with your Chinese yoga teachers. Yoga-related Chinese Vocabulary Let's look at some essential Chinese vocabulary for a smooth yoga practice. 01. ‘Yoga’ in...

Chinese Vocabulary for The 19th Asian Games
The 19th Asian Games take place in Hangzhou on Sep 23. From the names of the sports to Chinese...

6 Surprising Chinese Phrases with 吃 (Chī), “to Eat”
China is famous for its rich food culture. When it comes to different types of cuisine, the verb 吃...

Position-Related Vocabulary: 9 Words to Express Locations
It’s generally agreed that every one of us comes across position-related vocabulary on a daily...

7 Useful Chinese Phrases for Chinese Language Student
As the new semester in China officially kicks off on September 1st, there's no better time to...

Yoga-related Chinese Vocabulary
If you are into yoga and you come to China, you will soon discover that many yoga classes are...

Chinese Vocabulary for The 19th Asian Games
The 19th Asian Games take place in Hangzhou on Sep 23. From the names of the sports to Chinese...

6 Surprising Chinese Phrases with 吃 (Chī), “to Eat”
China is famous for its rich food culture. When it comes to different types of cuisine, the verb 吃...

Position-Related Vocabulary: 9 Words to Express Locations
It’s generally agreed that every one of us comes across position-related vocabulary on a daily...

7 Useful Chinese Phrases for Chinese Language Student
As the new semester in China officially kicks off on September 1st, there's no better time to...

Using Shared Bicycles in China
If you've spent some time in China, you'll definitely notice countless rows of colorful bicycles...
IF YOU ARE IN CHINA
Life in China

How to Pay Your Utility Bills with WeChat
Navigating everyday tasks and paying bills in China can be quite challenging, especially for the...

How to Use Alipay with International Bank Cards
Planning a trip to China? Considering what you'll need for your trip? There's one thing to plan...

4 Things to Do During the Labor Day Holidays
Labor Day, 劳动节 (Láodòng Jié), also known as May Day, is a national holiday in China that is...
FOR FOREGINERS IN CHINA
Chinese Culture

Chinese Learner’s Guide to Luckin x Moutai Craze
If you've been in China for the past week, you must've already heard the news about the new baijiu-infused coffee. What's the deal? And how to get it? This week, we'll share Chinese learner's guide to Luckin x Moutai craze. Note: We're sharing this post for purely educational purposes. That's Mandarin is not affiliated with Luckin Coffee or Guizhou Moutai 🤓 About Moutai Moutai/Maotai, or 茅台酒...

七夕节 | The Story Behind Qixi Festival
How much do you know about Qixi Festival or the Chinese Valentine's Day? Its Chinese name is 七夕节...

Spring Festival 2023: 6 Things You Need to Know
How much do you know about the Spring Festival, also known as the Lunar New Year or the Chinese...

5 Most Popular Hobbies of Chinese People
When you want to get to know a person better, you probably want to know what his or her hobbies...

5 Peculiar Chinese Habits
Apart from Chinese language learning, many expats in China are fascinated about some the...

Chinese Learner’s Guide to Luckin x Moutai Craze
If you've been in China for the past week, you must've already heard the news about the new...

七夕节 | The Story Behind Qixi Festival
How much do you know about Qixi Festival or the Chinese Valentine's Day? Its Chinese name is 七夕节...

Spring Festival 2023: 6 Things You Need to Know
How much do you know about the Spring Festival, also known as the Lunar New Year or the Chinese...

5 Most Popular Hobbies of Chinese People
When you want to get to know a person better, you probably want to know what his or her hobbies...

5 Peculiar Chinese Habits
Apart from Chinese language learning, many expats in China are fascinated about some the...

Chinese Liquor: 7 Popular Types from Mijiu to Baijiu
Interested to learn about different types of Chinese liquor? In this article, we look at 7 most...
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

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...

Dong Chinese | Great Tool to Learn Chinese
The Best Tool to Learn MandarinChinese learning has become extremely popular around the world. One...

Breaking Down Barriers: Movies and TV Shows in Chinese Language Learning
Movies and TV shows play a crucial role in enhancing language skills and providing a deeper understanding of the Chinese culture. They provide an immersive and enjoyable learning experience, enhancing listening skills, expanding vocabulary, deepening cultural understanding, and improving pronunciation.

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...

Business in Chinese and Chinese Culture
China is among the leading economic giants in the world. Moreover, the economic, political and...
FOR FOODIES
Chinese Food

7 Flavors and Tastes in Chinese
Many expats living in China are fascinated about Chinese food in that quite a few Chinese dishes...

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

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...

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...

What Food Chinese People DON’T Eat?
Chinese food is famous for its diversity. Foreigners are often surprised by what Chinese people...
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