Have you ever tried to imitate the Chinese pronunciation, only to accidentally mix up the four tones, turning “ǎ” into a string of “aaaa”? Don’t worry, this is a common challenge for every Chinese beginner.
In Chinese, tones refer to the pitch variation of a syllable, which is crucial for the meaning of words.…
Do you want your Mandarin to sound more native-like to the ear? Understanding and applying these three tone sandhi rules can make all the difference in your pronunciation.
Mandarin Chinese is a tonal language, which means that the meaning of a word can change depending on its tone.…
When learning a new language there are literally hundreds of things you can do wrong. With a good teacher you can learn how to overcome your difficulties. Everyone makes many mistakes but some mistakes are more common than others. Here is a list of some of the easiest mistakes to make when trying to master Chinese.…
