This category is about articles on understanding China. That is, to understand the country, the Chinese people, the culture… not to mention the language! In our experience, the more you understand the country, the more you understand the language.
Famous Chinese Myths v.s. Western Myths We all know that in Genesis, God created the heavens and the earth; we all know the famous lovers Romeo and Juliet from Shakespeare’s play and also, the worldwide fairy tale Hansel and Gretel. But do you know that there are Chinese versions of the creation of the universe,[…]
Don’t rush into finding a job in China, make sure to do your research and you’ll uncover a vast treasure trove of hidden job opportunities in China. How to Find the Hidden Job Opportunities in China You Don’t Know About It’s that time again. Time to find a job. This time though, you’re not going[…]
B1-L19 Go to work by walking Sign up to get the FREE PDF & Trial Class “Going to Work by Walking” Chinese Lessons Overview You are planning to hang out with your friends but you are all not familiar with that place. You have to discuss with them in Chinese about how do you get[…]
Almost Heaven: About Chinese Death Care Industry and Morticians “Almost Heaven” (咫尺天堂, Zhǐchǐ tiāntáng) is a documentary directed by Carol Salter. The documentary focuses on the actual person, a 17-year-old Ying Ling (莹玲) and her true story as an apprentice in a funeral house in Changsha (长沙), China. “Almost Heaven” follows Ying Ling, a migrant[…]
Chinese Teacher’s Day in China and Taiwan No matter your country is, there may be a national teacher’s day. The dates of teacher’s day depending on different countries. Many countries have their teacher’s day based on the birthday of national iconic education figures. Therefore, unlike many international holidays, teacher’s days around the world have different[…]
Chinese Mid-Autumn festival ( the Moon Festival ) Chinese mid-autumn festival (中秋节, Zhōngqiū jié) is the second biggest festival a the Chinese New Year. It is held on the 15th of August according to the Chinese Lunar calendar. Lasting 3 to 7 days, depending on the year and where it falls in the calendar. In[…]
B1-L18 where do you live Sign up to get the FREE PDF & Trial Class Learn Chinese Daily – Chinese Lesson Overview You hang out with your friends and accidentally separated from your friends. When you call them and try to find where they are, you find out you cannot fully understand each other in[…]
Chinese Children’s song When I was a child and learning English as a second language, I always enjoyed the fun English kids’ songs! These songs were so catchy that I even used my free time to listen to them and enjoy them — my parents didn’t have to force me at all. Songs (and children’s[…]
Top 10 Chinese Culture Facts You Should Know The Chinese have a rich culture which they have managed to sustain for thousands of years and they are still strong at it handing it down generations. While they have several beliefs and taboos they are keen to follow, there are some main culture facts one needs[…]
B1-L16 I have eaten my lunch (Preview) Sign up to get the FREE PDF & Trial Class Chinese Lesson Overview “I Have Eaten My Lunch” – Free Learn Chinese This is a beginner Chinese 50-minute TutorMandarin lesson about the title, “I have eaten my lunch.” Beginner 1 level is for learners who cannot or speak a[…]
Mayday – Popular band in Taiwan MayDay “五月天” (Wǔyuètiān) is a famous Taiwanese band consists of five members, Ashin, Monster, Stone, Masa, and Guan You. MayDay made their debut in 1999 and has abundant of albums, four best hit albums, and concert albums, all of which sold in impressive numbers including the sales into[…]
B1-L15 What can you do? (Preview) Sign up to get the FREE PDF & Trial Class Chinese Lesson Overview What Can You Do This is a beginner Chinese 50-minute TutorMandarin lesson about the title, “What can you do?” Beginner 1 level is for learners who cannot or speak a little bit of Chinese. Hence, we’ll teach[…]