“光棍节 (guānggùn jié) Singles Day” is an unofficial Chinese holiday (and shopping period) that celebrates bachelors, bachelorettes, and single people in general. Young Chinese people take the opportunity to make the most of being single. Always celebrated on November 11th, the holiday falls on a …
”万圣节 (wànshèngjié) Halloween” is celebrated on October 31st in many countries around the world, and even though it’s not a Chinese holiday, over the years it has become very popular in China, Taiwan, and other Asian countries and regions. But today we won’t spend much …
Halloween is almost here, and you know what that means — it’s prank time! Whether you’re the one jumping out with a, “Boo!” or jumping back with an, “Aah!” things are gonna get scary. Good news is, after you read this article today, Chinese won’t …
Given how packed everyone’s schedules are, it’s become imperative that we “plan” or “make plans” in order to get everything done that we need to do, and see everyone who we need (or want) to see. It’s probably this way in your country, and it’s …
Autumnal Equinox is the 16th of the 24 solar terms, which is generally from September 22nd to 24th on the Gregorian Calendar. The highest point of the sun continues to move south after the autumnal equinox so that the days are short and the nights …
Suppose you see the following scene transpire between two friends: Friend A: yīqǐ qù páshān ma? 一起去爬山吗？ Want to climb a mountain?
Friend B: (lüè dài jīngkǒng de) bùle bùle （略带惊恐的）不了不了 (Slightly frightened) No no no…
If you’re not from China, you might be confused …
The Qingming Festival and the Dragon Boat Festival are both festivals of sacrifice, so we cannot say happy Qingming Festival or happy Dragon Boat Festival, so C is correct.
…The 端午节 (duānwǔ jié) is around the corner. People celebrate it on June 25 this year, marking the fifth day of the fifth month in the lunar calendar. This festival holds its unique blessings, celebrations, entertainment, and food. It stands …
“父亲节(fùqīn jié) Father’s Day” is a holiday that celebrates fathers, and all they do for their children, around the world. There is an old saying in Chinese: “百善孝为先 (bǎi shànxiào wéi xiān)” or “Filial piety is the most important of all virtues”– in other words, …
Today is the Children’s Day. Many countries in Asia celebrate this day.
“儿童节 (Értóng jié): Children’s Day”, is officially known as International Children’s Day. However, The holiday is officially called “六一国际儿童节 (Liùyī guójì értóng jié)”, which translates to “June 1 International Children’s Day” in Chinese. …
Recently, the new Coronavirus has ravaged the world, and the number of diagnoses globally has reached 3.6 million. But many people misread the “Crown” in “Coronavirus” in Chinese.
Corona entered English around 1555–65. It was borrowed directly from the Latin corōna, meaning “garland, wreath, or …
Please choose the best option to fill each blank. A.微信 (Wēixìn)
B.威信 (Wēixìn)
Wǒ méiyǒu jiā tā de Wēixìn 1. 我没有加他的 ______ 。
Zhègè rén jīhū méiyǒu wēixìn 2. 这个人几乎没有 ______ 。
Tā shì yígè jí yǒu wēixìn de rén 3. 他是一个极有 ______ 的人。
Wǒ …
Due to the current outbreak of a serious infection, this Labor Day has become more serious than usual. Although some countries have initially controlled the epidemic and the rate of infection cases are declining, caution is still needed to avoid a second wave of outbreaks. …
It was very different this time. No togetherness during the spring outing to enjoy the fresh blossoms that usually brightens up this solemn time. The rice balls and peach blossom porridge didn’t even taste the same. There were no kites in the sky. Who would …
News coverage all over the world has viewers scratching their heads in confusion. Are numbers being reported accurately? Are people even being tested? Statistics in the media have been unreliable at best due to these factors. The best we can do is listen to a …
Key Learning Points (Preview): 烧香 (Shāo xiāng):v. to burn joss sticks / incenses
预防措施 (Yù fáng cuò shī): n. preventive measures
鞠躬 (Jū gōng):v. tobow
云祭祀 (Yún jì sì): v. online Remembrance
Qingming Festival is also known as Tomb-Sweeping day and is …
In the midst of the Coronavirus outbreak, people are scared and worried about what the future holds. Businesses are suffering, flights are canceled, and some countries’ economies are starting to feel the effects. And because governments have placed entire cities on lockdown, many people are …
Read the Chinese dialogue below and answer the question. Lǐ Hóng: Wǒ biǎo gē qù yīyuàn jiǎnchá chūlái de jiéguǒ shì yángxìng. 李红：我表哥去医院检查出来的病毒结果是呈阳性。
Chén Lì: Tiān a! Qián liǎng tiān búshì hái shuō shì fǒu yīn xìng ma? 陈丽：天啊！前两天不是还说是阴性吗？
Lǐ hóng: Shì de. Xiànzài qíngkuàng …
A. 复学 (Fùxué)
B. 复工 (Fùgōng)
Yīnwèi shòudào yìqíng yǐngxiǎng, gōngsī ānpái wǒmen____ hòu kěyǐ zàijiā bàngōng. 1. 因为受到疫情影响，公司安排我们____后可以在家办公。 Wǒ de dìdi xiànzài hái méiyǒu____, suǒyǐ tā zhǐ néng zài …
