In this soon-to-be-released short comedy produced by China Simplified, one of six video trailers for our Language book, we play with what might happen when an unaware foreigner delivers the…
Yes, learning characters and mastering tones is a major challenge. That said, it’s far too early to discount the future potential of Mandarin. Let’s explore three reasons why Mandarin may…
As Spring Festival celebration approaches, our collective ears will be filled with New Year’s jingles hovering in shopping malls, non-stop chit-chat over family dinner tables, plus fire crackers loud enough to…
Have one of these timeless expressions ready for when you need it! Beauty is subjective; we all get that. And while there are plenty of online posts about the latest…
The term “blockbuster” is a bit of a misnomer. Filmmakers setting out to make some deep statement on life or gunning for massive box office returns often meet with disaster….
No, not that F-word. The claim of being ‘fluent’ in Chinese. Here are 3 Key Milestones to know when you’re nearly there.
No matter your Mandarin speaking level – beginner, expert or somewhere in between – be prepared to be over-praised.
Xiēhòuyǔ 歇后语 is a two-part enigmatic folk simile, that starts off with a basic statement and finishes with a twist. They are humorous and witty sayings from a variety of sources: Chinese mythologies, superstitions,…
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