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Hotel vocab for your next trip
August 23, 2024
With the fantastic news that all hotels across China can accept foreign guests, now is the perfect time to brush up on your hotel vocabulary and learn some useful phrases. Here's what you need to know for a smooth hotel experience in China.
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Learn holiday expressions for upcoming Dragon Boat Festival!
June 06, 2024
Dragon Boat Festival is just around the corner. Check out the conversation below to familiarize yourself with some common holiday expressions!
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Tips on learning how to write Chinese characters
June 05, 2024
Writing Chinese characters is a bit like drawing a picture. Even Chinese kids need to learn for several years before they master it. You may be wondering, "How can I do it?" Don't worry — we have tips here!
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Your ultimate guide to human body parts in Chinese
May 24, 2024
If you want to describe someone's physical appearance or tell a doctor about what part of your body is bothering you, you'll need to know the names of the main parts of the human body in Chinese.
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How to express articles of clothing in Chinese
May 24, 2024
This article is on a SUPER practical topic: 衣服 (yī fu) - clothing/clothes!
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Ordering food in Mandarin for newbies
May 16, 2024
Some foreigners recognize so few Chinese characters that rocking up at a restaurant without an English menu can be a real challenge. While this quickie guide won't give you access to the deeper, darker corners of every Chinese menu, it's a start to making sure you don't accidentally order the Spicy Lung Slices or Large Intestine Soup.
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How to buy train tickets in China
May 09, 2024
Here are useful Chinese phrases for expats to buy train tickets in China.
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Essential taco-related Chinese vocab
April 26, 2024
Tacos are a widely beloved food. Today, we'll be taking a look at some common fillings, extras, and how to say you don't want something in your taco – which may be especially helpful for those cilantro haters out there.
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Beyond words: Embracing the beauty of Chinese expressions
April 17, 2024
Every Chinese learner harbors a special Chinese phrase in their heart, one that may serve as a bridge connecting them to the stories of Chinese culture, or a window through which they can observe the commonalities and resonances between different cultures.
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Spring has sprung: Chinese idioms to help your vocabulary bloom
April 16, 2024
Here are some Chinese idioms for spring, each conjuring a world as lush as a garden in full bloom and perfect to drop casually into your conversation when you're taking a stroll around one of the city's parks.
