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Choosing a Chinese Name: 10 Popular Female Names

Choosing a Chinese Name: 10 Popular Female Names

Choosing a Chinese Name: 10 Popular Female NamesChinese names carry deep cultural significance and reflect a family's values, aspirations, and the beauty of the Chinese language. In this article, we will explore the structure of Chinese names, and share 10 beautiful Chinese female names along with their meanings 👧The Structure of...

When to Use “和” (Hé) in Chinese? Grammar & Examples | That’s Mandarin

When to Use “和” (Hé) in Chinese? Grammar & Examples | That’s Mandarin

Must-Know Chinese Phrases to Survive Quarantine | Guide

Must-Know Chinese Phrases to Survive Quarantine | Guide

Chinese Characters for Tattoos | Step-by-Step Guide

Chinese Characters for Tattoos | Step-by-Step Guide

Chinese vs Mandarin: What’s the Difference? (Explained)

Chinese vs Mandarin: What’s the Difference? (Explained)

Life in China

Beginner’s Guide | Starting Your Journey 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

Getting a Massage in China

Chinese National Holidays in 2024

Chinese National Holidays in 2024

How to Get a SIM Card in China

How to Get a SIM Card in China

Must-Know Vocabulary for Your Chinese Resume

Must-Know Vocabulary for Your Chinese Resume

Chinese Culture

7 Popular Types of Chinese Liquor: Mijiu to Baijiu

7 Popular Types of Chinese Liquor: Mijiu to Baijiu

Interested in learning about the top 7 types of Chinese liquor? This guide covers the most popular Chinese alcoholic beverages, from mijiu and huangjiu to baijiu and kumis.1. Mijiu, Rice Wine米酒 mǐjiǔrice wine6%MILDLY SWEETRICE FLAVORMǐjiǔ is a traditional Chinese alcoholic beverage made by the fermentation of rice starch, which has been...

Ne Zha 2 | Guide to China’s Highest-Grossing Movie Ever

Ne Zha 2 | Guide to China’s Highest-Grossing Movie Ever

Dining in China: Important Chinese Table Manners You Must Know

Dining in China: Important Chinese Table Manners You Must Know

Chinese vs Mandarin: What’s the Difference? | That’s Mandarin

Chinese vs Mandarin: What’s the Difference? | That’s Mandarin

How to Order Food in Chinese?

How to Order Food in Chinese?

Chinese Apps

5 Must-Have Chinese vs Western Social Media Apps Compared

5 Must-Have Chinese vs Western Social Media Apps Compared

5 Must-Have Chinese vs Western Social Media Apps ComparedPlanning to live work or travel in China? Understanding the Chinese social media for communication, networking and daily life. This guide gives 5 must have Chinese social media apps (WeChat, Xiaohongshu, Douyin, Weibo, Bilibili), highlighting their key features and differences...

Xiaohongshu, or 小红书: A Guide to ‘Chinese TikTok’

Xiaohongshu, or 小红书: A Guide to ‘Chinese TikTok’

5 Platforms to Make Your Life in China Easier

5 Platforms to Make Your Life in China Easier

Alternatives to Youtube in China

Alternatives to Youtube in China

Baidu: The Alternative to Google in China

Baidu: The Alternative to Google in China

New HSK 3.0

New HSK 1: Word List PDF & Infographic 2021

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 3-6 Changes: Written & Spoken Exams Combined (Update 2022)

New HSK 2: Word List PDF & Infographic 2021

New HSK 2: Word List PDF & Infographic 2021

New HSK 3: Word List PDF & Infographic

New HSK 3: Word List PDF & Infographic

When will the new HSK exams be updated?

When will the new HSK exams be updated?

Guest Articles

The Meaning Of Different Colors In Chinese Culture

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

Breaking Down Barriers: Movies and TV Shows in Chinese Language Learning

Traditional and Simplified Chinese Characters

Traditional and Simplified Chinese Characters

Hack Chinese: A Powerful Tool to Make Chinese Vocabulary Learning Easy

Hack Chinese: A Powerful Tool to Make Chinese Vocabulary Learning Easy

Journey to the West: Introduction

Journey to the West: Introduction

Chinese Food

7 Popular Types of Chinese Tea You Need to Know | That’s Mandarin Tea Guide

7 Popular Types of Chinese Tea You Need to Know | That’s Mandarin Tea Guide

As the weather is still cold outside, now is the perfect season for hot drinks! This week, let’s explore 7 popular types of Chinese tea, including Chinese green tea, Chinese black tea, Chinese oolong tea, and more. Discover the best Chinese teas to find a new favorite and bring home a unique tea souvenir. Learn about Chinese tea culture...

Chinese Table Manners & Etiquette: Key Dining Tips | That’s Mandarin

Chinese Table Manners & Etiquette: Key Dining Tips | That’s Mandarin

7 Flavors and Tastes in Chinese + Must-Try Dishes

7 Flavors and Tastes in Chinese + Must-Try Dishes

Mapo doufu (麻婆豆腐), a Popular Chinese Tofu Dish

Mapo doufu (麻婆豆腐), a Popular Chinese Tofu Dish

Top 6 Chinese Dishes For Weight Loss

Top 6 Chinese Dishes For Weight Loss

East Meets West

What Food Chinese People DON’T Eat?

What Food Chinese People DON’T Eat?

Learning how to express what you don't eat, dislike, or don't want is an essential part of mastering any language, including Chinese. Understanding these phrases can be especially useful when discussing food preferences. Let's look at some preferences people have in China. Chinese food is famous for its diversity. Foreigners are often surprised by what [...]
China VS Russia: How Do They See Each Other?

China VS Russia: How Do They See Each Other?

The Chinese Attitude towards Life

The Chinese Attitude towards Life

Disney movie: Mulan’s story

Disney movie: Mulan’s story

Chinese Names of Popular Western Movies

Chinese Names of Popular Western Movies

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