Year: 2026

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This week’s podcast episode (number 192) is a reader and listener Q&A, where I answer three questions sent to me about speaking Chinese. This...

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Journey to the West: Introduction As a Chinese learner, at some point in your learning journey, you will definitely learn about Journey to the West...

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Have you ever been puzzled by the phrase “我考虑一下 (Wǒ kǎo lǜ yī xià), I’ll think about it” during your business conversations with Chinese clients? It...

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How to Plan a Trip to Shanghai 2026, Get Advice There! Shanghai is a splendid metropolis...

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Detian Waterfall Summary Detian Waterfall is a transnational waterfall in the...

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Zǎo ān！ 早安！ Good morning！ Nǐ hǎo. 你好。 Hello. Dào le. 到了。 Arrived. Qǐng zuò. 请坐。 Please sit. Xiè xie. 谢谢。 Thank you. Zài jiàn！ 再见！...

Chengdu Weather in January 2026: the Peak Snow Season Weather: January is the coldest month in...

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The best way to learn a language is through listening. It gives you the input you need to learn everything from the sounds and tones of the...

Tiger Hill Tiger Hill, also known as Surging Sea Hill, is a famous scenic area in Suzhou,...

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9 Best Places to Celebrate the Mid-Autumn Festival in China Mid-Autumn Festival is the second...

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Beijing Water Cube: How to Visit The Water Cube (Beijing National Aquatics Center) stands as...

Do you want to enhance your international competitiveness in the medical field? Have you realized that learning Mandarin not only allows you to...

Answer: A In Chinese, “爱(ài)” means “love” and “人(rén)” means “person/people,” so “爱人(àiren)” literally means “the person you love.” However, the...

The start of a journey is very important. It can decide what route we choose to take, whether we give up, as well as what we think about the whole...

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5-Day Lhasa Classics and Lake Yamdrok Tour Holy City and Holy Lake — Refresh Your Soul! This...

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Textbook Zǎo shang hǎo! 早上好！ Good morning! Real Life Zǎo a! 早啊！ Morning! Textbook Wǒ hěn gāo xìng jiàn dào nǐ. 我很高兴见到你。 Nice to meet...

Wǒ bù shū fu. 我不舒服。 I don’t feel well. Wǒ shēng bìng le. 我生病了。 I’m ill. Wǒ yǒu diǎn bù shū fu. 我有点不舒服。 I’m a bit unwell. Wǒ...

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那天出差，我来到北方一个陌生的小城市，投宿在一家普通的旅馆。进进出出的，都是陌生面孔。房间内有三个床位。入晚，仍是我一人；我担心着随时可能闯进一个陌生人来。...

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Badaling Vs Mutianyu: Which One Is Better for Visiting The Great Wall is always at the top...

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7 Free Things to Do in Xiamen Xiamen, or Amoy, is located in the south of Fujian Province. It...

Xinjiang Transport Xinjiang locates in the northwest of China with an area of 1,650,257 square...

Yunnan Weather in July 2026: Top Places, Crowds, Cost July in Yunnan is one of the best times...

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Dragon Boat Festival 2026: Names, Origins, Traditions, Greetings Dragon Boat Festival is a...

One-day Datong Yungang Grottoes and Hanging Monastery Private Tour Highlights Itinerary...

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Shanghai Urban Planning Exhibition Hall If you're stunned by Shanghai today, go to see how it...

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Xiamen Facts Name: Xiamen (厦门; Xiàmén /xee'ah-men/) Meaning: 'gate to the mansion' Previous...

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2023: Exciting Events at That’s Mandarin As a summer season is wrapping up, let’s take a look at exciting events that have taken place at That’s...

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Today, Mandarin is not just a classroom subject—it’s a gateway for young global citizens to engage with the world. Recently, the popularity of...

Nǐ hǎo 你好 Hello Zài jiàn 再见 Goodbye Xiè xie 谢谢 Thank you Duì bu qǐ 对不起 Sorry Méi guān xi 没关系 It’s okay Bāng bang wǒ 帮帮我 Help me...

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How to Plan a Trip to Chengdu and Tibet 2026 Chengdu is often the gateway to Tibet. It's easy...

Weather in China in September: Best Places for Autumn Leaves September is arguably the...

Learning a new language can be an exciting adventure, but it can also bring feelings of worry and fear, especially for kids. Mandarin Chinese, with...

In order to effectively analyze and understand the reading section of IB Chinese B, it is essential to delve into the questions.Let’s explore this...

How to Plan a 3-Week Itinerary in China: Top 3 Options (2026) With a 3-week trip to China, you...

18-Day Epic China Tour Including Yunnan and Tibet See the Incredible Beauty of Southwest...

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Shanghai Nightlife — 12 of The Best Party Spots Shanghai's nightlife needs no...

Changbaishan Ski Resort Changbaishan Ski Resorts are located in and near Changbaishan Nature...

The most important factor determining how much Chinese you learn is how much time you invest. What you study and how also matter, of course, but if...

Year of the Dog

China Port Visas: The Most Efficient and Cost-Effective Choice China port visas are the easiest...

China FAST：How to Visit the World’s Largest Telescope？ China's FAST (Five-hundred-meter...

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How to Visit the Lama Temple in Beijing The Lama Temple, also known as the Yonghe Temple, is a...

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If you’re preparing for the IB Chinese B SL oral exam, you’re likely aware that it consists of three main sections. In the Oral Expression section,...

Fenghuang Food Fenghuang people are fond of sour and spicy flavor. The famous dishes include...

The Chinese Abacus, History, How to Use the Chinese Abacus The abacus is a calculating and...

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1-day Private Tour From Lijiang: Jade Dragon Snow Mountain and Baisha Village Highlights...

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How to Visit Hengdian World Studio from Shanghai/Hangzhou If you're into Chinese costume...

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One-Day Beijing Essential Tour with Great Wall Hiking at Mutianyu Highlights Itinerary...

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Preparing for the IB Chinese B exam can feel overwhelming, especially when it comes to the reading comprehension section. One of the biggest...

How important are tones, really? They are an integral part of Chinese, we all know that, but do you actually need them all the time? In this...

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Ultimate Guide to HSK 1 to 6: All You Need to Know One of the most effective ways to have a clear idea about your Chinese level is to take the HSK...

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Ox Horoscope 2026

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