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5 Ways to Say “I Don’t Like” in Chinese

In our previous blog, we described five popular Chinese words that you can use when you would like to say that you like or prefer someone or something. Today, we'll introduce five frequently used Chinese words that you can use when you want to say that you don’t like someone or something. After all, you wouldn't want to be stuck with things you don't really like simply because you're not sure...

5 Ways to Say “I Like” in Chinese

Have you ever thought that your friends know what you like without you having to tell them? Well,...

Traditional and Simplified Chinese Characters

The difference between traditional and simplified characters is an important distinction to...

Women’s Clothing: 20 Must-Know Items in Chinese

In our previous post, we've looked at men's clothing items in Chinese. Now it's time for the...

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,...

5 Ways to Say “I Don’t Like” in Chinese

In our previous blog, we described five popular Chinese words that you can use when you would like...

5 Ways to Say “I Like” in Chinese

Have you ever thought that your friends know what you like without you having to tell them? Well,...

Traditional and Simplified Chinese Characters

The difference between traditional and simplified characters is an important distinction to...

Women’s Clothing: 20 Must-Know Items in Chinese

In our previous post, we've looked at men's clothing items in Chinese. Now it's time for the...

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,...

12 Must-Know Chinese Words for Men’s Clothes & Shoes

Nowadays, modern shopping malls can be seen in every Chinese city. Young people in China pay great...

IF YOU ARE IN CHINA

Life in China

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...

6 Famous Traditional Chinese Holidays

Are you a Chinese learner curious about Chinese holidays? Learning about China’s national holidays...

Q&A: China eases COVID restrictions — what does it mean?

In December 2022, China took a series of measures to ease the COVID restrictions that had been...

FOR FOREGINERS IN CHINA

Chinese Culture

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 New Year? Apart from being the biggest holiday of the year for many Chinese people, who use the opportunity to travel home and see their families, it's also a wonderful tradition that's been around for thousands of years. In this post, let's look at 6 must-know facts about the Chinese New Year that...

5 Peculiar Chinese Habits

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

Chinese Drinking Culture 101

Living in China, you've probably already had a chance to drink with your Chinese friends,...

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...

All You Need to Know to Start Playing Chinese Mahjong

Can you play mahjong? And how much do you know about the game?It's an amazing game to play with...

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 Peculiar Chinese Habits

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

Chinese Drinking Culture 101

Living in China, you've probably already had a chance to drink with your Chinese friends,...

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...

All You Need to Know to Start Playing Chinese Mahjong

Can you play mahjong? And how much do you know about the game?It's an amazing game to play with...

5 Common Traits of Chinese People’s Personality

For most Chinese learners, an effective way to gain a deeper understanding of Chinese culture is...

FOR GEEKS

Chinese Apps

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...

Stories of Students Learning Chinese: Student Interviews

The stories of how someone ended up at a certain point in life are always interesting. What would...

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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.