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212 - Getting the most from Hacking Chinese in024: Back-to-school course discounts
Season 1 Episode 212
There are over 500 articles and more than 1 million words on Hacking Chinese. How are you supposed to absorb all that information and inspiration as …
1 year, 8 months ago
211 - Three things I wish I had known as a beginner student of Chinese: The time machine, part 1
Season 1 Episode 211
I started learning Chinese more than 15 years ago. Here are three things I wish I had known back then, as a beginner!
#learnchinese #beginner #timema…
1 year, 9 months ago
210 - The 10 best free Chinese listening resources for beginner, intermediate and advanced learners
Season 1 Episode 210
Listening is the most important skill of all, because it accelerates all other learning and is crucial for social integration. What are the best free…
1 year, 9 months ago
209 - Student Q&A, August 2024: Avoiding mental translation, untranslatable words and why practising translation is good
Season 1 Episode 204
How can you stop translating in your head? What are some Chinese words that can’t be translated? And why is translation a worthwhile learning activit…
1 year, 9 months ago
208 - Insights from my recent trip to China: The importance of top-down listening
Season 1 Episode 208
Understanding Chinese involves more than just knowing words and phrases; it's about using context to interpret meaning. My recent trip to China highl…
1 year, 9 months ago
207 - Chinese character variants and font differences for language learners
Season 1 Episode 207
Small details sometimes matter when writing Chinese characters, but sometimes they don't. Figuring out which details to pay attention to is made hard…
1 year, 10 months ago
206 - Why you should preview before every Chinese lesson
Season 1 Episode 206
Previewing before Chinese lessons is a simple yet frequently overlooked method to enhance learning. By previewing, you maximise the benefits of each …
1 year, 10 months ago
205 - How I used a notebook to learn more Chinese, and why you should too
Season 1 Episode 205
The humble notebook is a powerful tool for learners of Chinese. Whether an exquisite leather-bound journal or a digital text file, a notebook offers …
1 year, 10 months ago
204 - Student Q&A, July 2024: Reading speed, children’s books and Chinese literature
Season 1 Episode 204
How can you read Chinese faster? Which children's books are best for second-language learners? And what's the ideal entry point into Chinese literatu…
1 year, 10 months ago
203 - The three factors that determine how much Chinese you learn
Season 1 Episode 203
When learning Chinese, your progress depends on three factors: the content you study, the methods you use, and the time you dedicate. To achieve your…
1 year, 10 months ago