Luke, here. In this episode, I go into the many different ways to apologize in Chinese. I explore a variety of phrases to convey apologies, including “Excuse me,” “I’m sorry,” “Can you forgive me?” and more. Join me as I discuss the appropriate contexts for each phrase, how to respond to apologies, and how to apologize in specific situations. Whether you are a Mandarin enthusiast, a traveler, or simply curious about other cultures, this episode will teach you proper Chinese etiquette and practical language skills. ✅ FREE RESOURCES Free Web Class - "How To Speak Fluent Chinese 3x Faster Than A ..read more

Luke here. In this week’s episode, we delve into the struggles and breakthroughs of learning Mandarin. It's natural to feel overwhelmed and discouraged at times, but we're here to guide you on how to appreciate the language through immersion. We've had students who have become so immersed that they have needed a dictionary to understand their own thoughts in Chinese. Consistent practice is key, and even just 30 minutes a day can make a significant difference. As a language learner myself with a busy life, I share my personal experiences on how to make language learning a priority. Tune in for ..read more

Phil here. In this week’s episode, I explore the idea of "playing to understand" when it comes to language acquisition. I believe that instead of focusing on memorization and knowledge about a language, we should adopt a more childlike attitude and focus on playing an understanding game to learn Chinese. By doing so, we can achieve real fluency and understand language patterns on a deeper level. I also emphasize that understanding does not equal memorization and that our brains are wired to extract patterns from languagess ? Subscribe for more free Mandarin Chinese training: https://www.youtub ..read more

This week, Luke Neale explores the topic of using AI tools such as ChatGPT to improve Chinese learning. Luke discusses using Chat GPT for tutoring, and emphasized the benefits of the conversational aspect. It seems like it provides a comprehensive list of vocabulary, pinyin, and English translations, and allows for follow-up questions related to previous topics as if you’re having a real conversation. Luke also discusses the benefits of using flashcards and handwriting. Additionally, he discusses the best memory palace technique for Chinese learning that Mandarin Blueprint recommends to all of ..read more

This week, Phil Crimmins delves into the topic of improving Chinese grammar by connecting with your local Chinese community. Phil shares his personal experience of how immersing himself in the Chinese community helped him to master the language and provides tips on how you can do the same. He also talks about the Mandarin Blueprint team's recent YouTube videos, which will provide you with even more practical insights and strategies to accelerate your Mandarin learning journey. Whether you're a beginner or an advanced learner, this episode will provide you with valuable insights and inspiration ..read more

In this Podcast episode, we showcase the progress of some of our students while providing valuable tips and strategies for Chinese language learning. Improve your grammar, vocabulary, and pronunciation skills with our insights and efficiently absorb the language. Practice regularly and follow our suggestions to achieve your language goals faster than traditional methods. ? Subscribe for more free Mandarin Chinese training: https://www.youtube.com/@MandarinBlueprint?sub_confirmation=1 ✅ FREE RESOURCES What type of Chinese learner are you? Take the Test to find out Now! ▶▶ https://mandarinbp.com ..read more

In this week's episode of the Mandarin Blueprint Podcast Luke answers various questions from course members about grammar and pronunciation. ✅ FREE RESOURCES Chinese Fluency Quiz: ▶▶ https://mandarinblueprint.typeform.com/fluency-quiz Free Tone Pair Chart With Audio Flashcards ▶▶ https://mandarinbp.com/tonepairs 418 Phrases to sound more fluent In Mandarin (with pdf and audio flashcards) ▶▶ https://mandarinbp.com/phrases Legends Of Learning Learning (Free Video Course): ▶▶ https://mandarinbp.com/LOLL Newsletter: ▶▶ https://mandarinbp.com/newsletter Blog: Useful articles on Mandarin Chinese pos ..read more

In this week's episode of the Mandarin Blueprint Podcast Phil tells us how you can easily acquire basic literacy in Chinese in two weeks ..read more

In this week's episode of the Mandarin Blueprint Podcast Luke tells us the best tips on how to find the time for learning Chinese ..read more

In this week's episode of the Mandarin Blueprint Podcast Phil tells us more about the habits in a Chinese learning Environment ..read more