Eight things to know about Autumn Equinox

September 23, 2025

The traditional Chinese calendar divides the year into "24 solar terms". The Autumn Equinox, or qiufen, the 16th solar term of the year, falls on Sept 23 this year.

Nine things to know about Start of Autumn

August 07, 2025

Start of Autumn, the 13th solar term of the year, begins this year on Aug 7 and ends on Aug 23. Here are nine things you should know about Start of Autumn.

Enjoy extracurricular life in Shanghai

April 23, 2025

Shanghai, a vibrant metropolis, offers international students an enriching environment to experience Chinese culture outside the classroom. To enhance your experience, here are some Chinese words related to these activities.

Five meanings of '看' in Chinese

April 18, 2025

When learning Chinese, you'll often discover that a single character can have many different meanings. Take the character 看 (kàn) for example — it has at least five distinct meanings! Can you guess them all?

How to order coffee in Mandarin

April 08, 2025

Here are some additional phrases in Mandarin to help you order coffee more effectively.

How to use plurals in Chinese the right way

March 27, 2025

Here are the most common ways to denote two or more items in Chinese.

Spring blossoms in Shanghai: A cultural and language journey

March 25, 2025

For international students in this vibrant city, a spring flower viewing tour is a great way to enjoy nature and get immersed in the local culture.

Arbor Day: Embracing greenery, environmental protection

March 12, 2025

Each year on March 12, China celebrates Arbor Day, also known as the National Tree Planting Day, a day dedicated to hope and greenery.

How to make a phone call in Chinese

March 06, 2025

Making phone calls in Chinese may seem challenging at first, but with preparation and practice, you can handle it successfully.

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.