The cultures of China and Japan, with their beautiful calligraphy, stunning architecture, long history and influence on the global stage attract learners from around the world to try their hand at these fascinating languages. While both language learning experiences are truly rewarding and interesting, each comes with different challenges. If you’re on the fence about…
Today, we’re going to explore a unique experience – your first-ever 北京běijīng之旅zhī lǚ – trip to Beijing. Flying into a new country, especially when faced with a language barrier, can seem daunting. But don’t worry! We’re here to equip you with the essential phrases and vocabulary for a seamless experience, right from the moment you…
Rainy days are always a good time to stay at home and watch a movie. Why not kill two birds with one stone and learn Chinese while you are watching the movie! More than just entertainment, watching Chinese movies is a great way to learn Chinese. Movies expose you to a more natural language environment, so…
Dumplings 饺子jiǎozi are a staple in Chinese cuisine, but with Spring Festival 春节chūnjié coming up, they are even more symbolic. Because of the crescent and plump shape, dumplings look very similar to the gold ingots historically used for currency. So, during Chinese New Year, Chinese people will eat dumplings because they represent wealth for the…
When it comes to learning a new language, there are 4 skills to consider: Listening, Speaking, Reading, and Writing. With Du Chinese, you can practice each aspect of the language and you will see your Chinese skills improve drastically. Follow these tips and you’ll Master Chinese in no time. Reading 1. Read at a comfortable…
What if there was a way you could study Chinese without feeling like you are studying? Ninchanese aims to do just that. While Ninchanese has an unassuming cute cat as its mascot, don’t underestimate this powerful learning resource. Ninchanese helps you learn Chinese in an effective and engaging way that keeps you coming back for…
One of the first things any student of Chinese learns to say is “谢谢 (xièxiè)”, i.e. Thank You. This phrase is useful because it can be used to express your gratitude (or 感恩 (gǎn’ēn)) in pretty much any situation. For those wanting to be a little more formal you can say “谢谢你 (xièxiè nǐ)”. However,…
The new HSK levels have been confirmed and there are going to be 9 levels! At first glance it looks to be more difficult, but we’re excited about this positive change. They’ve updated the words to be more useful for your everyday conversation and evened out the pace of the levels. That means you’re less…
When it comes to learning Chinese, it can seem like you’re bombarded with difficult things to figure out like tones or characters. Lucky for you, Grammar is one area where Chinese really shines. Here are 5 reasons why Chinese has the easiest grammar and how you can easily master it. 1. Simple Word Order Chinese…
中文与日文 (zhōng wén yú rì wén) Achieving fluency in a foreign language is no easy task. Achieving fluency in an Asian language is particularly difficult if you are a westerner. If you have decided to study an Asian language, strong arguments can be made for studying Chinese and/or Japanese. Since the time investment required to…
