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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.
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中国酒文化 Chinese drinking culture
March 08, 2024
Living in China, you've probably already had a chance to drink with your Chinese friends, colleagues, or classmates. Drinking is such an integral part of Chinese culture.
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How to use Pleco to learn Chinese
February 26, 2024
Pleco is a not only a dictionary app, but also a great tool for learning Chinese.
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租房 Renting an apartment
January 30, 2024
An essential step for most expats arriving in China is renting an apartment.
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过了腊八就是年 Laba porridge sweetens Chinese New Year Festivities
January 30, 2024
Chinese people begin preparing for the Spring Festival, or the Chinese Lunar New Year, more than 20 days in advance.
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穿 or 戴: Decoding 'Wear' in Chinese
December 27, 2023
Are you curious about when to use 穿 (chuān) and 戴 (dài) for "to wear" in Chinese? Dive into the differences between these verbs in today's article, unravelling the nuances of donning clothes (穿) and accessories (戴).
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Spice up your vocabulary: A hot pot adventure in learning
December 11, 2023
Welcome to the enticing world of Chinese hot pot!