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Chinese Language
How to Say Merry Christmas & Happy New Year in Chinese
The holiday season brings joy to people worldwide, and if you're celebrating with Chinese-speaking friends, knowing how to say "Merry Christmas" and "Happy New Year" will help you share your warmest wishes in Chinese. Merry Christmas in Chinese Christmas has become increasingly popular in China over the years. Here's a quick guide to...
Top 10 Buzzwords of 2024 in China: Chinese Language Trends
Black Myth: Wukong | Chinese Guide to China’s First AAA Game
Difference Between Shǎo (少) and Xiǎo (小)
5 Essential Chinese Office Words
Life in China
Beginner’s Guide | Starting Your Journey in China
Navigating a new country can be overwhelming, especially when it comes to everyday tasks like ordering food, paying for things, or calling a taxi.But fear not! We've gathered the top questions in this beginner China guide to help you handle your first days in China with ease. Whether you're here for work or study, these tips will help...
Getting a Massage in China
Chinese National Holidays in 2024
How to Get a SIM Card in China
Must-Know Vocabulary for Your Chinese Resume
Chinese Culture
The Difference Between Chinese and Mandarin
One of the questions we run in too, quite frequently, is ,"What is the difference between Chinese and Mandarin". While mandarin is the official language of China and almost all Chinese-born citizens can speak Mandarin, it is by far not the only language spoken in China. This can make the question of if Chinese and Mandarin are the same...
How to Order Food in Chinese?
Best Chinese series to learn Mandarin (Netflix, HBO and more)
Best Chinese movies to learn Mandarin
八段锦 | Chinese Guide to the Eight Steps to Healthy Living
Chinese Apps
5 Platforms to Make Your Life in China Easier
These useful Chinese platforms are making life in China easier. Whether you're a newcomer or experienced expat, they are worth a closer look. Join us to explore the platforms that can make your life in China not only easier, but also more fun. 5 Platforms to Make Your Life in China Easier 01. Dianping 大众点评 Dàzhòng Diǎnpíng Dianping...
Alternatives to Youtube in China
Baidu: The Alternative to Google in China
Stories of Students Learning Chinese: Student Interviews
Do Chinese Pick-up Lines Work?
New HSK 3.0
New HSK 1: Word List PDF & Infographic 2021
As the new HSK standards were released in March 2021, we’ve spent this time analyzing the new HSK 1 vocabulary word list to provide you with a detailed analysis of the new HSK vocabulary - so you can know what's coming, and begin preparing for the new exam. In this post, we look at the New HSK 1 Vocabulary List for Level 1 in 2021 in...
New HSK 3-6 Changes: Written & Spoken Exams Combined (Update 2022)
New HSK 2: Word List PDF & Infographic 2021
New HSK 3: Word List PDF & Infographic 2021
When will the new HSK exams be updated?
Guest Articles
The Meaning Of Different Colors In Chinese Culture
We are going to take a look at colors in Chinese culture. Across human history, there are some observable patterns when it comes to the invention of language. One of these comes in the form of naming the observable colors in the world. It is proposed that languages will develop the words for black and white first and then red soon to...
Breaking Down Barriers: Movies and TV Shows in Chinese Language Learning
Traditional and Simplified Chinese Characters
Hack Chinese: A Powerful Tool to Make Chinese Vocabulary Learning Easy
Journey to the West: Introduction
Chinese Food
7 Flavors and Tastes in Chinese + Must-Try Dishes
Many foreigners living in China often discover Chinese food to be captivating. It blends diverse flavors, possesses a long history, and is globally renowned for its unique tastes. Prepare your 筷子 (kuàizi), or chopsticks — in this article, you'll have the opportunity to learn how to describe 7 flavors and tastes in Chinese.1. Sweet, 甜...
Tea Guide: 7 Popular Types of Chinese Tea
Chinese Table Manners and Etiquette
Mapo doufu (麻婆豆腐), a Popular Chinese Tofu Dish
Top 6 Chinese Dishes For Weight Loss
East Meets West
What Food Chinese People DON’T Eat?
China VS Russia: How Do They See Each Other?
The Chinese Attitude towards Life
Disney movie: Mulan’s story
Chinese Names of Popular Western Movies
