"China Quest" with GoEast Mandarin
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by Daniel Nalesnik
9M ago
Two weeks ago, I attended a one-week intensive Mandarin language study program in Shanghai by GoEast Mandarin. This is my review of their program. The first day of China Quest Shanghai 2023. TLDR; One week in Shanghai, staying in a 4-star hotel near the GoEast Mandarin language training campus. Four hours of Mandarin instruction every day (20 hours total), which included 3 hours of classroom learning and 1 hour of "in-field" practice with the material learned in class. (This was my favorite part of the trip -- more on this later). Daily tours of scenic spots in Shanghai, accompanied by an En ..read more
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How to Learn 150 Basic Chinese Words in 15 Days
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by Daniel Nalesnik
1y ago
If you’re new to Chinese and don’t know where to start, this might sound like a daunting task. Well, we’re here to give you tips to show you the easiest way to do it. With some planning, you can easily learn over 150 basic Chinese words in about two weeks using flashcards and a learning method called spaced repetition. Learn Basic Chinese Vocabulary for a Strong Foundation Memorizing 150 of the most basic Chinese words is a realistic, achievable goal to work towards as you start your Chinese learning journey. If you have no experience with the Mandarin language and Chinese characters, prepare ..read more
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Ordering Food In Chinese: A Step-by-step Guide & Useful Vocab
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by Daniel Nalesnik
2y ago
For many Mandarin learners and foreigners living in China, going out to eat in restaurants can be a delicious yet intimidating experience. From reading the menu to ordering food in Chinese, navigating a smooth dining experience in China requires some knowledge of the Chinese language as well as familiarity with how to order food in China. If you can get yourself feeling confident about ordering Chinese food, you’re going to have a much better experience eating out in China — your stomach will thank you! In this article, we’ll help you learn all the basics you need to know for dining in China ..read more
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How to Remember Chinese Characters: Effective Methods to Boost Memory Retention
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by Daniel Nalesnik
2y ago
Those who learn Chinese as non-native speakers know that it takes time to figure out how to remember Chinese characters well. There’s a lot to cover when you learn Chinese vocabulary, meaning there’s also a lot to potentially forget. What characters make up the word? How do you pronounce it? What does it mean in different contexts?  There’s a lot to keep track of, but once you’ve learned some Chinese words, you should be able to answer these basic questions about them. But how do you keep yourself from eventually forgetting the word and its characteristics?  This question has to do w ..read more
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How to Grow Your Vocabulary by Watching Netflix in Chinese
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by Daniel Nalesnik
2y ago
As you probably know, Netflix is an international streaming service that has a ton of movies, TV shows, and more. While this makes it an excellent platform for binge watching your favorite shows, it also makes it a great resource for learning Chinese. There’s a plethora of great content on Netflix in Chinese accessible right from your couch. For starters, to improve your reading skills, you can watch Netflix movies with Chinese subtitles. To improve your listening skills, you can watch Chinese movies with English subtitles. Chinese content from Netflix also provides examples of “real world” Ma ..read more
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Watching Sports in Chinese: Your Beijing Winter Olympics Vocabulary List
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by Daniel Nalesnik
2y ago
With the 2022 Winter Olympics happening in Beijing this year, you don’t want to miss this opportunity to engage with Chinese culture and watch some Olympic sports in Chinese. The Olympics, in addition to bringing together some of the best athletes in the world, fosters the spirit of the international community and cross-cultural exchange. China, as the host country this year, has been preparing for this global event to present its culture on the world stage. This article will go over some info about the Winter Olympics this year before providing you with a handy list of relevant Chinese vocabu ..read more
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How to Get the Most out of Your Chinese Flashcards Study
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by Daniel Nalesnik
2y ago
When it comes to memorization techniques, flashcards have stood the test of time. Though flashcards can be adapted for all kinds of subjects—from learning the countries of the world to MCAT prep—it is with language learning that flashcards can truly shine. If you’re learning Chinese, you might even have a stack of Chinese flashcards waiting for you to review right now. Technological advancements have supercharged the way we use flashcards. For one, they’re not just made of paper anymore. But perhaps more importantly, software developed specifically for flashcard use has made flashcards optimiz ..read more
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6 Fun & Easy Chinese Jokes to Charm Your Friends and Colleagues
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by Daniel Nalesnik
2y ago
As you practice and finesse your conversational skills in Chinese, you’re going to have to learn how to say more than “What’s up?” and “What are you doing this weekend?” If you’re ready to step up your conversation skills, one great way of breaking the ice, lightening the mood, and engaging your conversation partners is by telling Chinese jokes! Introducing humor into your Chinese conversations helps you immerse yourself in the Chinese language, culture, and society. As you’ll see in this post, many Chinese jokes rely on puns that play with unique quirks of the Chinese language. These puns are ..read more
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Chinese Birthday Traditions, Taboos, and Vocabulary
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by Daniel Nalesnik
2y ago
While people around the world celebrate their birthdays every year, we all seem to do so a bit differently—each culture has its own birthday superstitions and traditions. If you’re planning on celebrating a Chinese birthday, there are actually some Chinese birthday traditions and taboos that you should be aware of before you dig into your slice of birthday cake. In this post, we dive into some of the traditions and taboos that make Chinese birthdays special. We’ve also put together a list of relevant vocabulary for you to prepare your Mandarin skills for celebrating turning one year older. Chi ..read more
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5 “Easy” Chinese Tongue Twisters to Exercise Your Speaking Skills
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by Daniel Nalesnik
2y ago
If you want to improve your verbal dexterity in Chinese, try mastering one of the many exciting Mandarin tongue twisters. Like those in other languages, Chinese tongue twisters test your ability to string together consonants and vowels in challenging combinations. Practicing Chinese tongue twisters also provides the extra dimension of navigating the four tones.  English speakers are probably familiar with tongue twisters like "Peter Piper," "How Much Wood Would a Woodchuck Chuck," and "Sally Sells Seashells.” As tough as these English tongue twisters are, Chinese tongue twisters in partic ..read more
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