6 Surprising Superstitions and Taboos
The Spring Festival is fast approaching and Chinese people are looking forward to enjoying themselves. However, the Spring Festival is not just a festive, carefree time, there are also many superstitions, or taboos, which you should pay attention to. As a significant part of Chinese …
Top 5 Things Chinese Kids Do During Chinese New Year
During the Spring Festival, kids in China typically engage in various activities. Here are some descriptions of the activities during the festival:
1.Wearing new clothes.
Before New Year’s Day, parents would buy new clothes for their kids. On New Year’s Day, kids wear their …
From Beginner to Fluent: My Journey in Mastering Chinese
Embarking on a journey to learn Chinese is both challenging and rewarding. As someone who recently passed the HSK5 exam, I can attest to the importance of a strategic approach in achieving proficiency. I would like to share the methods and experiences that have propelled …
年的故事 The Story of Beast Nian (Beginner)
年的故事 (Nián de gùshi) The Story of the Beast Nian
Key Learning Points (Preview):
红色 (hóngsè):n red
故事 (gùshi):n story
问好 (wènhǎo):v to send one’ regards to
Culture notes:
“过春节 (guò chūnjié) celebrate Spring Festival” can also be said “过年 (guònián) celebrate the Chinese …
How Chinese Culture Can Help Teens Learn Mandarin
Ryan, a 14-year-old student from the United States, began learning Chinese at the age of 12. Initially, he only had a grasp of basic vocabulary and characters, and he found Chinese to be quite challenging. However, one day while watching YouTube, he stumbled upon …
Is it too late to start learning Mandarin at the age of 15?
When the Canadian girl Emma, now 17 years old, was fifteen years old, her school started providing Chinese classes to students. Before the Chinese class began, she happened to watch a Chinese movie at home and developed a strong interest in Chinese culture. Thus, she …
Effective Methods Parents Can Use to Ease Kid’s Fear in Learning Mandarin
Learning a new language can be an exciting adventure, but it can also bring feelings of worry and fear, especially for kids. Mandarin Chinese, with its unique characters and tones, may seem daunting at first glance. However, as parents, there are several effective methods we …
Why Does “Wearing Red” Bring Good Luck in a Zodiac Year (Ben Ming Nian)?
The Spring Festival is coming up soon and Chinese people are preparing to welcome the Year of the Sheep. It is around this time that you may hear some Chinese people claiming that this coming year is his or her year of fate. What do …
5 Must-Know Chinese Internet Enterprise Jargons
“Hù lián wǎng hēi huà 互联网黑话” (Internet enterprise jargon) is a prevalent form of specialized language in the Chinese Internet industry, typically employed within large-scale Internet enterprises. Its hallmark lies in the use of sophisticated vocabulary and terminology, needlessly complicating what could be straightforward …
Bob’s Journey of Mastering Mandarin with eChineseLearning
Embarking on the path of mastering Mandarin has been a rewarding and transformative journey for me. My name is Bob, a 4th generation Chinese American, and I am eager to share my remarkable experience with eChineseLearning. As of November 2023, after four months of …
Most Effective Way to Help Kids Persist in Learning Mandarin
Learning Mandarin is not a short journey, so how to help kids persist in learning Chinese is crucial. Encouragement comes into play in this situation, meaning parents can use encouragement as a tool to gain persistence in learning Mandarin. Below are how encouragement can be …
Preparing Your kid for Success in YCT Level 4 Writing
YCT Level 4 differs from other levels in that it includes a writing section, which is divided into two parts. In the first part, candidates are given 5 questions, and in each question, they are provided with several words and are required to construct a …
How to Master Chinese in 2024
Are you ready to take on the challenge of learning Chinese and make 2024 the year you excel in your language goals? Let’s delve into a comprehensive plan to maximize your Chinese learning experience.
1. Assess Your Current Proficiency Level
To kick off your language …
Exploring the Transition from YCT Level 3 to YCT Level 4
Moving from YCT Level 3 to YCT Level 4 is a challenging task! This journey is however both exciting and beneficial, taking examinees’s Mandarin proficiency to new heights.
YCT Level 3 requires a solid foundation for kids learning Mandarin, and Level 4 invites kids to …
4 Best Resources That Help Students Get Prepared For YCT Exam
Many parents have been asking me about learning resources for the YCT exams, so here we go.
1. Past Papers and Practice Tests
Doing past papers and practice tests from previous years can help you understand the difficulty of the questions, enhance your answering abilities, …
Chinese Grammar: Essential Tips for Learners
Mastering Chinese grammar is the key to fluency. Grammar enables you to construct meaningful sentences and clearly express your thoughts. It’s what helps you navigate the subtleties of Chinese, such as formal vs. informal speech, and the impact of small particles that can change the …