You’ll find that there are so many questions to be answered about life and culture in China, as well as about the Mandarin language itself. For this reason, I thought it important to discuss some of those language questions (and possible answers) here. I hope this list of frequently asked questions will be of benefit …
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- MANDARIN PhrasesThere are a few Mandarin phrases that will help you get by when it comes to the basics of communicating in the Chinese language. Let's take a look at some of the most common Mandarin phrases and how you can learn to say them! You'll see the following Mandarin phrases on this page, but you can also click on each of the graphics for these phrases bel […]
- How to WRITE Thank You in ChineseWriting thank you in Chinese begins with an understanding of the type and number of strokes. For most just starting to learn Chinese, this can seem a bit overwhelming, but when you break down the character XIE into three parts, then you can see just how easy it is to write thank you in Chinese! There are a total of 12 strokes for this one character, but it […]
- Saying "YES!" in ChineseSaying yes in Chinese is a bit more complicated than it is in English. So initially, it's probably better to go with the cheater's version, which is really like saying, "Okay," or "Fine." Although this phrase does work to let someone know that your answer is affirmative, you'll want to move on to the best way to say yes as […]
Category Archive: Mandarin Language
Aug 10
Where to Get Started
The Starting Point for Learning Chinese Congratulations on starting to learn Chinese! It is your prudent perspective on the future and desire to learn more that will propel you forward in learning the Chinese language! Your decision to continue in this language is what will allow you to see great results in the coming days! …
Aug 10
Please in Chinese
The Good and Bad News about Please in Chinese One of the phrases that you’ll find you need after knowing how to say hello and thank you in Chinese is please. Knowing how to say please in Chinese consists of only one character, so there is only one sound to learn. (That’s the good news). …
Aug 09
Practice PinYin
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Practicing Chinese PinYin After you’ve been introduced to the sounds of PinYin, it’s really not enough to stop there. If you really want this fundamental skill to stick with you, then you’ll definitely need some practice. Making sure that you say the PinYin sounds with tones will help you dynamically stretch your skills and prepare …
Jul 31
Study Guide for Learning Chinese
Study Guide for Learning Chinese Thank you for your interest in the beginner’s study guide to learning Chinese. As an educator and also a Chinese learner myself, I’ve found how beneficial it is to understand first the key points about the journey and then to identify and FOCUS on what are the essentials for learning …
Jul 26
Thinking about Quitting Chinese?
If you’ve ever thought about giving up on learning Chinese, then you’re probably the most normal person out there! It’s just part of the process of mastering the Chinese language, but there are options to help you persevere. Let’s examine some of those options. Revisit Your Goals Take a moment to dream again of what …
Jul 26
Stay Motivated
With the fundamentals in hand and the environment for learning Chinese, how do you plan to stay motivated over time? I’m so glad you asked! After we consider some of the answers possible, you’ll still find that the best solution is to make your goals as clear as possible. The clearer your goal, the more …
Jul 04
Fourth of July: Celebrating Independence Day & Making a Difference in the World
Ready for the 4th of July? Making a Difference on the Fourth of July The fourth of July certainly is a time for celebration! (See video below). Beginning this incredible day with family and friends is a great way to make this holiday one that will be remembered! Consider now what you will do to …