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New HSK 2021

New HSK 3: Word List PDF & Infographic 2021

In our previous posts, we've looked at the New HSK 1 and the New HSK 2. Let's continue exploring...

New HSK 2: Word List PDF & Infographic 2021

In our previous post, we took a close look at the new HSK 1 vocabulary list and analyzed the new...

When will the new HSK exams be updated?

You must've already heard the big news about the new HSK standards and vocabulary lists by now....

FOR CHINESE LEARNERS

*drum rolls* Chinese Vocabulary Quiz is here! (Do you still remember our Chinese Culture and Language quiz?) Well, it turned out to be a huge hit for our students as well as our staff. Everyone loves a good quiz, especially if it's a challenging one. So we decided to challenge you one more time - with this week's Chinese Vocabulary Quiz! This time you will also need some skills that you have...

Chinese Culture Quiz

Hey you, yes - YOU! How much do you really know about China & Chinese culture? Because it's...

Learn Mandarin Chinese Polyphones

Having trouble distinguishing between when to use a certain pronunciation for the same character?...

5 Reasons To Learn Mandarin Chinese in China

Why Learn Mandarin Chinese in China? In many ways, the internet has shaped the way so many of us...

Mandarin Chinese Words Used To Describe Quantity

Imagine you’ve been studying Chinese very hard and you want to find an appropriate word that you...

If, While, Because, Even Though, Also — Correlatives in Chinese

As a Chinese beginner, at some point you might reach a plateau in your learning. Don't worry,...

Loan Words In Mandarin Chinese

As Chinese people’s daily lives are now greatly influenced by western culture, loan words that are...

FOR CURIOUS MINDS

Guest Articles

Learn Mandarin Chinese With Spaced Repetition

Vocabulary is the foundation of any language. Think about it. Speaking or understanding a new...

How To Remember Chinese Characters | 7 Tips

While spoken Chinese can be learned by basic practice with native speakers, the characters are...

The Meaning Of Different Colors In Chinese Culture

Colors are present in every culture. They also help us describe different things and make our life...

7 Ways To Improve Chinese Reading Skills In China

Reading skills are vital, not only for high-level proficiency of the Chinese language, but also...

A Student’s Online Experience At That’s Mandarin

I have been studying the Mandarin Chinese language for almost seven years at many different...

10 Chinese Phrases to Help You Order Food Delivery

Have you ever struggled with ordering food delivery in China? Were you intimidated and afraid that...

Why Learn Mandarin Chinese, The Importance

Mandarin Chinese is the second most spoken language in the world with an impressive 1.2 billion speakers. It is an official language in China, Singapore, and even the United Nations! In an increasingly globalizing world, it is especially important to celebrate other cultures and expand your horizons. So, without further ado, let's have a look at why you should learn Mandarin Chinese. The...

FOR FOODIES

Chinese Food

Top 6 Chinese Dishes For Weight Loss

Many traditional Chinese dishes are filled with healthy ingredients, including vegetables and lean...

Guide to Chinese Hotpot

Guide to Chinese Hotpot. Types of Hotpot. China is famous for its rich food culture, and...

What Chinese People Eat for Breakfast (Part 2)

What Do Chinese People Eat for Breakfast? Food culture is an indispensable part of Chinese...

Chinese Table Manners and Etiquette

Chinese table rules are strongly connected to courtesy. We will cover some of the most important aspects of a dining occasion, such as seating arrangement, who starts eating first, how to use your chopsticks, drinking etiquette, and expressing one’s impressions.