Year: 2026

15 Days Visa-Free: Big News for Camp & Short-Term Students! More wonderful news for our students 🎉On Nov 24, China announced that starting from...

As the world celebrates World Book Day, it’s an excellent time to encourage your children to read some books. For non-Chinese children interested in...

Guangzhou-Zhuhai High-Speed Trains China Train Ticket Booking China Train Int’l Train from...

Xi'an-Lhasa Trains China Train Ticket Booking China Train Int’l Train from...

Learning to ask for and receive directions is a very useful skill that is usually associated with beginner language learning. It shouldn’t be, it’s...

Yungang Grottoes Travel Guide: 1,500-Year-Old Buddhist Art The Yungang Grottoes have been...

5 Amazing Places in China to visit for Summer Vacation <!-- Pinyin chart ...

25 Common Chinese Idioms You Should Know - Part 1 <!-- Pinyin chart Video ...

The main reason for having a teacher is that they teach you things; that’s what teachers do. In an ideal world, you would be able to find a great...

A few weeks ago, I posted an article about study time and why it should be counted in hours and not the more commonly used unit: years. I received...

To be able to read and write Chinese, you need to learn several thousand characters. For beginners, this looks daunting, because learning the first...

Guangxi Travel Guide - How to Plan a Trip to Guangxi Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region has...

Hangzhou-Fuzhou Trains China Train Ticket Booking China Train Int’l Train from...

忙到飞起 (Máng dào fēi qǐ) – insanely busy 连轴转 (Lián zhóu zhuàn) – nonstop working 身心俱疲 (Shēn xīn jù pí) – exhausted in body and mind 顶不住了 (Dǐng bù...

Chinese Phrase of the Day Challenge (WEEK 16) <!-- Pinyin chart Video ...

Which tone is the hardest to learn in Mandarin? In general, the answer is the the third tone, which I have discussed at great length in an...

Another year has come to an end. Which were the most popular articles on Hacking Chinese in 2024? The most popular podcast episodes? It’s time to...

17-Day Beijing, Xian, Yangtze, Zhangjiajie, Guilin and Shanghai Tour Perfect Blend of History...

Hong Kong Airport As one of the most important hubs for international passenger and cargo...

Shanghai-Qingdao High-Speed Trains China Train Ticket Booking China Train Int’l Train from...

Shenzhen-Wenzhou High-Speed Trains China Train Ticket Booking China Train Int’l Train from...

The Qiao Family Compound— a Traditional Qing Dynasty Mansion The Qiao Family Compound is one of...

Urumqi Weather in August Weather: August in Urumqi is typically hot in the day, and mild in...

Unlike most other languages, handwriting in Chinese can be regarded as a separate skill. Learning to write by hand is not easy; learning to write...

7-Day Dali, Lijiang, and Shangri-La Tour A Feast of Landscapes and Ethnic Minority Culture ...

Zhangjiajie in April 2026: Spring Blooms & Travel Tips April marks the true arrival of...

Train Trips in China with Children China Train Ticket Booking China Train Int’l Train from...

News: NihaoKids Website Is Live! That’s Mandarin has always been striving to provide our students with an excellent and unique Chinese learning...

How to Say Merry Christmas & Happy New Year in Chinese How to Say Merry Christmas & Happy New Year in ChineseDec 17, 2024The holiday season...

5 Tips for Chinese Business Etiquette and Culture The average household income in China increased by 400% between 2002 and 2012. What does this...

Taiwan Weather in March March is one of the best and most popular time to visit Taiwan, with...

8-Day Natural Wonders of Xi'an and Chengdu Giants of Clay, Mountains of Peace This immersive...

Shanghai-Ningbo High-Speed Train China Train Ticket Booking China Train Int’l Train from...

Explore Shanghai's L. E. Hudec’s Architecture L. E. Hudec, a Hungarian architect with...

In Singapore’s bilingual education system, many children whose first language isn’t Chinese may lack the desire to continue learning Chinese....

你真好看！（Nǐ zhēn hǎo kàn）– You look so beautiful! 这颜值绝了！（Zhè yán zhí jué le）– Your looks are next level! 颜值天花板！（Yán zhí tiān huā bǎn）– Total beauty...

1-Day Dragon Well Tea Culture & West Lake Tour Taste the Best Chinese Tea As the most...

Best China Tours 2026/2027 These 8exemplary China tours are specifically designed for...

China Silk Road Tours 2025/2026: Uncover the Hidden Gems The Silk Road, the world's oldest...

Tianjin East Railway Station China Train Ticket Booking China Train Int’l Train from...

For those of you new to Chinese language tests, HSKK stands for “汉语水平口语考试 (hànyǔ shuǐpíng kǒuyǔ kǎoshì)” and is a standardized oral test that aims...

Podcasts let you create your own Chinese immersion experience, with level-appropriate stories and authentic conversations. Learn flexibly on the go...

Hacking Chinese Challenges is about building language skills through daily practice and friendly competition. By focusing on one specific area of...

Chinese Silk — Silk History, Production, and Products Do you love Chinese silk? This wondrous...

China Southern Airlines China Southern Airlines is the largest airlines in China measured in...

Kaya - Your Personal Trip Advisor Kaya Han Trip Advisor "I'm Kaya, your travel...

6-Day Guilin, Yangshuo and Longsheng Tour A Song of Countryside Slow down and allow yourself...

5-Day Guilin Family Tour Endless Fun in the Countryside If you would like to have a family...

3 Ways to Soften the Tone in Chinese | Learn Polite Phrases 3 Ways to Soften the Tone in Chinese | Learn Polite PhrasesMay 5, 20253 Structures to...

The Great Wall of the Ming Dynasty The Great Wall of China existing today was mainly (re-)built...

Lijiang Weather in May Weather: May is warm and rainy. It is cloudier than April, and it is...

Tianjin-Chengdu Trains China Train Ticket Booking China Train Int’l Train from...

Fuxing Park For those interested in the vestiges of the French colonial era, Fuxing Park is a...

American students may encounter challenges related to sentence structure while learning Mandarin due to differences between Mandarin and English....

Chinese Dining Etiquette Survival Guide <!-- Pinyin chart Video ...

10 Must-Have Chinese Cooking Utensils Tasty Chinese foods have always had close relationships...

Baofeng Lake Baofeng Lake is about 20 km (12.5 mi) southeast of Zhangjiajie National Forest...

Nanjing-Qingdao High-Speed Trains China Train Ticket Booking China Train Int’l Train from...

How to Buy Train Tickets in China - 5 Ways China Train Ticket Booking China Train Int’l Train...

Have you been following any trending drama events lately? If so, do you know any Chinese words about trending drama events? Here are five must-know...

Chinese Stereotypes of Various Nationalities <!-- Pinyin chart Video ...

Generative AI and Large Language Models have great potential for language learners. They are good at generating natural-sounding language, and we...

Tianjin Transportation A strategic geographic position has provided Tianjin City, one of the...

Macau Weather in October Weather: October is one of the best months for a visit. It is when...

Mount Tai Travel Guide - How to Plan a Trip to Mount Tai Mount Tai Mount Tai, located just...

Top 30 Things to Do in Hong Kong Hong Kong is blessed with many popular attractions and...

4-day Hong Kong Disneyland Tour for Family with Kids Highlights Itinerary Price...

This article about handwriting Chinese characters is written by Harvey Dam, currently enrolled in the World Language master’s degree program at the...

Guangzhou to Hong Kong Transportation Guangzhou is a rising tourism city and Hong Kong is a...

Huangshan Travel Reviews Explore the solid proof of our top-rated service. Here, you'll find...

Guilin Daxu Ancient Town Located 20 kilometers southeast of Guilin's city center, Daxu Ancient...

Answers: 1. A 2. A 3. C <<Back to “Keywords about Spring Festival (Ⅱ)”  

When you learn a another language such as Chinese, it’s clear that knowing many words is important. If you don’t agree, I don’t think you you’ve had...

In almost every modern textbook I’ve seen on teaching methodology, and not a few research papers, the importance of communication is emphasised....

13-Day China Classic Tour with Hong Kong China Classic Wonders Hong Kong, due to its...

Shaolin Temple Features Because of the Kung Fu TV series of the 1970s and movies about...

Dali Weather: Climate and Best Times to Go Dali lies at a low latitude in the northern...

The following introduces you to some unique animals in China. Parents who bring their children to China can visit them. 1. Giant Panda The giant...

Image credit: Joseph Hart Now that 2015 has firmly established itself, it’s time both to look back at the year that was and to look forward to the...

Games have great potential for learning in general and language acquisition in particular. There are many reasons to use games for learning and...

Tiger Horoscope 2026

Zhangjiajie, China - Your Complete Travel Guide Zhangjiajie (张家界) is a city, region, and...

Wuhan Railway Stations China Train Ticket Booking China Train Int’l Train from...

Press and Features on Top Medias Welcome to our Press and Features page! Here, we proudly...

Shanghai World Financial Center On a trip to Shanghai, a highlight is to visit is the Shanghai...

Beijing Weather in December: What to Do (2026) Weather: December in Beijing is the middle of...

Do you want to boost your Chinese learning? Or maybe help a friend or family member to succeed with their studies? Until next Tuesday, you’ll get...

China Tours for Expats These China travel recommendations are especially for China expats. We...

10-Day Yangtze River Cruise, Zhangjiajie, and Shanghai Tour Explore the Surreal Landscape ...

Half-day Chongqing Walking: Shancheng Lane or Huangge Road Highlights Itinerary Price...

Li River Cruise Ticket With Optional Transfer Service Highlights Itinerary Price...

Although our students enjoy private, personalized 1-to-1 Chinese classes, each individual student is not alone in being part of the...

As soon as my Chinese level was good enough to understand normal, spoken Chinese, I started listening to native radio stations. At that time, I was...

The Niangziguan Pass Great Wall Section Niangzi Pass, also called the Ladies' Pass, is one of...

How to Plan a Shanghai and Zhangjiajie Tour in 2026 Shanghai is known as an international...

Part-Time Group HSK Preparation Course in Beijing is suitable for those who plan to take the HSK exam soon. HSK certificate is apowerful toolthat...

As a Mandarin teacher, my experience has taught me that starting with the basics is essential for laying a strong foundation in any language....

Dialogue Replay Study Feature on Yoyo Chinese <!-- Pinyin chart Video ...

The first step of a journey of a thousand miles is important. If your first experience with a new language is engaging, entertaining and...

The 15 Most Popular Chinese Dishes, Tasty Chinese Food With a long history, unique features,...

Tiger Leaping Gorge 2026: How to Visit, Hike, Itinerary, Map Midway between Lijiang and...

Top 5 Beijing City Walks That I Love Most City walks have become increasingly popular in recent...

Beijing Hutong Zhang Folk Art Museum The Beijing Hutong Zhang Folk Art Museum brings...

For many international students in France, speaking Mandarin is becoming a powerful advantage when applying for internships and full-time jobs....

Board games are more than just fun, they’re a powerful way to learn Chinese, boosting vocabulary, fluency, and communication skills! I’ve used...

4-Day Essence of Zhangjiajie Tour The Best of Zhangjiajie Discover the breathtaking beauty...

7-Day Xi'an Winter Wonderland: Ice Cave and Hot Spring Icy Embrace Meets Fiery Passion This...

Suki - Your Personal Trip Advisor Suki Cao Trip Advisor "Hi, I'm Suki, your...

Lamma Island Hong Kong - Introduction, Tips, and Tour Plan Tourists who come to Lamma Island...

If you’re new to Chinese business culture, a dinner can feel less like a meal and more like a high-stakes performance. It’s where relationships are...

  Hóng bāo 红包 Red envelope Wǒ shōu dào le hóng bāo. 我收到了红包。 I got a red envelope. Nián gāo 年糕 Rice cake Wǒ chī nián gāo. 我吃年糕。 I eat...

This picture is not at all representative of what the Linkou campus looked like, but I really liked this lake. It’s time to continue the story of...

Salty North China Food Northern China's hearty food is generally more acceptable to Westerners....

Chongqing Weather in August Weather: August in Chongqing sees the highest temperatures of the...

Xi'an-Dunhuang Trains China Train Ticket Booking China Train Int’l Train from...

Chinese Vocabulary Women’s Clothing: 20 Must-Know Items in Chinese Tea Guide: 7 Popular Types of Chinese Tea 12 Must-Know Chinese Words for Men’s...

Learning Chinese can be incredibly rewarding, but many students unknowingly make mistakes that hold them back. Whether you’re a beginner or at an...

Using Credit Cards in China: Do's and Don'ts <!-- Pinyin chart Video ...

Jinshanling Great Wall — Most Popular for Hiking and Photography

Xi'an Weather in February: Travel Tips & What to Do (2026) Weather: February marks the end...

Shengsi Islands Travel Guide If you want a short island trip from the Shanghai region, the...

6-Day Beijing and Tianjin Tour A Perfect Blend of Culture and Leisure If you have a week in...

Spaced repetition software is one of the most powerful tools available for language learners. While you obviously don’t have to use spaced...

Me at 北京南站 in 2017. I’ve heard many people say that travelling is the best way to learn a language. This might be true in some situations, but...

How to Plan a 10-Day Itinerary in China (Best 5 Options) China is a country that offers a...

Why Chinese New Year Is Called Spring Festival 'Spring Festival' refers to the same festival...

Lanzhou-Xining Trains China Train Ticket Booking China Train Int’l Train from...

Maps of the Yangtze River Map of the Three Gorges Also see the detailed information...

Xi'an Small Group Day Tours Xi'an is the oldest of China's Four Great Ancient Capitals, serving...

3-Hour Beijing Hutong Breakfast Food Tour Highlights Itinerary Price FAQ ...

Adopted kids from China often have a unique advantage when it comes to learning the language. Their cultural background can make it easier for them...

Dunhuang Attractions Although there are only six Dunhuang attractions listed, at least 4 of...

10 Interesting Chinese Porcelain Facts — learn about China’s china From the earliest china made...

Hunan Road When in Nanjing another good place for your night-time is the prosperous Hunan...

7-Day Shanghai, Suzhou, Hangzhou and Hengdian Cinematic Tour Discover China's Hollywood beyond...

Three Gorges Dam The Three Gorges Dam Project was completed in 2009. Situated at Sandouping...

Chinese Phrase of the Day Challenge: Week 2 <!-- Pinyin chart Video ...

The Top 5 Trade Fairs in China — Dates, Products, Location, and Tour Suggestions The top 5...

10-Day Beijing, Chongqing, Yangtze River Cruise, and Shanghai Tour Leisure River Cruise...

Xishuangbanna Attractions, Top Attractions in Xishuangbanna Located in the south of Yunnan...

Norbulingka — Tibet's Green Garden Norbulingka is Tibet's Summer Palace and it means "Jeweled...

May 18 | Practice the Mind-Body Exercise of Baduanjin Are you in Shanghai and Beijing on Saturday, May18?Come and practice theChinese Health...

Holden, a young boy from the United States, started a journey to learn Chinese as his parents recognized the growing influence of China and the...

5 Must Read Books About Modern China <!-- Pinyin chart Video ...

Traveling Alone in China So you're considering going solo in China? Actually, traveling alone...

The Great Wall near Dunhuang The Great Wall in the Hexi Corridor near Dunhuang in China's...

Guangzhou to Wuhan/Wuhan to Guangzhou Bullet Trains Guangzhou Terminus: South Railway Station...

Xi'an-Jiayuguan Trains China Train Ticket Booking China Train Int’l Train from...

Recap | Mahjong Night In August in Beijing, Shanghai and Chengdu we hosted our beloved activity — Mahjong Night (麻将夜 MájiàngYè) 🀄️Let’s take a look...

Let’s talk a little bit about cycling. As anyone who has ever cared about average speed knows, uphill stretches affect your average speed much more...

How to Visit the Great Wall of China: Insider Guide (2026) To get the most from the Great Wall,...

  Wǒ bù shū fú. 我不舒服。 I’m not feeling well.   Wǒ tóu téng. 我头疼。 I have a headache.   Wǒ fā shāo le. 我发烧了。 I have a fever.   Wǒ...

5 Funny Chinglish Phrases That Will Really Help You Learn Chinese: Part 1 <!-- Pinyin chart ...

Have you listened to a recording of yourself speaking Chinese, only to find that your voice sounds unfamiliar and strange, like another person? Then...

While strong motivation doesn’t necessarily accelerate your learning or improve your memory, without it you won’t spend enough time learning...

Learning to pronounce Mandarin Chinese properly comes with a number of challenges. Some of these are relevant for learning any foreign language,...

10 Amazing Facts on Chinese Dragons The dragon is an important symbol, not only in China but...

What Chinese People Eat for Lunch — The Top 10 Meals in China Lunch in China presents you with...

Wuyuan Travel Guide Wuyuan is a county in the northeast of Jiangxi Province, reachable by a...

Shenzhen - Nanchang Trains China Train Ticket Booking China Train Int’l Train from...

This is a guest article written by John Renfroe over at Outlier Linguistics. They’re working on a dictionary meant to teach us about functional...

I think most languages have a saying or an idiom meaning that teaching is a great way to learn. This article isn’t about actual teachers and...

Is learning Chinese slang worth your time? What do you do when someone with less study time speaks better than you? And how can you escape the expat...

Suzhou Weather in July Weather: July is one of the hottest months, and it rains less than...

Shanghai Hongqiao Airport Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport is located in the western...

Lijiang Nightlife In Lijiang, there are numerous bars and teahouses. Most of western-style...

Xi'an-Yinchuan Trains China Train Ticket Booking China Train Int’l Train from...

Wuhan-Fuzhou Trains China Train Ticket Booking China Train Int’l Train from...

12-year-old Solo Uniacke, also known as You Zijun, the son of Oscar-winning actress Rosamund Pike, recently won the prestigious “Chinese Bridge”...

One-Week Beijing and Chengde Tour Emperor's Outing Experience This tour is designed for...

Xiamen Weather in September Weather: In September, the temperature drops slightly, and the...

Central Street Built in 1898 by Russians, Harbin's Central Street (Zhongyang Pedestrian Street...

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Meeting Someone Through Texting in Chinese | Practical Chat Story - Beginner Level and Up <!-- Pinyin...

5 Reasons to Learn Chinese in the New Year <!-- Pinyin chart Video ...

The Most Famous 14 Chinese Restaurants The famous Chinese restaurants in major cities in China...

Yunnan Spotlight Experiences Yunnan, meaning 'south of the beautiful cloud', attracts people...

10-Day Chinese Kung Fu Tour with Shaolin Temple Come True Your Dream of Kung Fu Have you...

Shenzhen Airlines Shenzhen Airlines is the fouth largest airlines in China in terms of...

Chongqing-Shenzhen Trains China Train Ticket Booking China Train Int’l Train from...

This week’s podcast episode (number 209) is a reader and listener Q&A, where I answer three questions about translation in Chinese. This time,...

Mencius After Confucius, Mencius (孟子) was an important Confucian teacher. By writing the book...

Nanjing Travel Guide Chinese: 南京 Nánjīng 'South Capital' Location: East China ...

8-Day Jiuzhaigou, Chengdu and Xi'an Tour Explore Two UNESCO World Heritage Sites at Once ...

5-Day Northern Sichuan Tour Discover Mysterious Tibetan Area in Sichuan Compared to western...

5 Weird Chinese Dishes to Avoid (or Enjoy) <!-- Pinyin chart Video ...

One of the most powerful ways of staying motivated is doing things with others, preferably during a limited amount of time with a clear goal. That...

Guyuan Museum With an area of 40,000 square meters (430,556 square feet), Guyuan Museum is a...

3-Day Lijiang Tour Essence of Ancient Lijiang Located at the foot of the sacred Jade Dragon...

How to Plan a Trip to Guilin and Yunnan: The Top Tips If you and your family want to explore...

Jinze Town Features The Jinze Township of Shanghai Municipality is a resort area beside...

Dragon Boat Festival Traditions: The Top 7 Activities Apart from racing dragon boats and...

In any business setting, conflict is inevitable. Whether it’s a disagreement over project goals, a misunderstanding between colleagues, or a...

A great tutor can accelerate your learning, but finding one isn’t easy. To get the best results, you need to be patient and try many options....

Chinese Culture China is one of the Four Ancient Civilizations (alongside Babylon, India and...

How Is Social Media Slang Changing the Formal Use of Chinese Language? Internet culture has created new words that people sometimes use online....

7 Best Adventure Parks in China Every Tourist Should Visit The world might’ve changed a lot in the past year. With borders closed, many of us can...

Many Chinese learners reach a frustrating stage where everything feels familiar, yet nothing feels clear. You recognize the characters. You can...

5 Easy-to-Learn Chinese Songs to Practice Your Mandarin <!-- Pinyin chart ...

Learn These 5 Characters and the Rest Will be a Piece of Cake <!-- Pinyin chart ...