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247 - 7 kinds of tone problems in Mandarin and what to do about them
Season 1 Episode 247
Tones in Mandarin are tricky, and students face many different kinds of problems. Identifying the type of problem is important for fixing it.
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9 months, 1 week ago
246 - Why using a good dictionary can be bad for your Chinese reading ability
Season 1 Episode 246
Digital dictionaries make reading Chinese easier, but they might also prevent you from learning essential strategies. Let's have a look at why using …
9 months, 2 weeks ago
245 - The 10 best free Chinese reading resources for beginner, intermediate and advanced learners
Season 245 Episode 1
Reading is the best way to expand vocabulary and learn about new things, but how should you approach reading in Chinese? And what are the best free r…
9 months, 3 weeks ago
244 - Student Q&A: April, 2025: Reading with Pinyin, Chinese texts on your phone, and deciphering handwriting
Season 1 Episode 244
Should you read Chinese with or without Pinyin? What are the pros and cons of reading on your phone? And how do you learn to read Chinese people’s ha…
10 months ago
243 - How to use mnemonics to learn Mandarin tones and pronunciation
Season 1 Episode 243
Memory is a skill that can be practised, learnt, and mastered. By using the right method, remembering even abstract things like tones and pronunciati…
10 months, 1 week ago
242 - Don’t be a tourist if you want to learn Chinese
Season 1 Episode 244
Living and travelling abroad can help you learn Chinese, but your attitude matters. To truly learn, stop being a tourist!
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10 months, 2 weeks ago
241 - Cramming vs. spaced repetition: When to use which method to learn Chinese
Season 1 Episode 241
Should you cram or use spaced repetition to learn Chinese? Discover when each method works best and why spaced repetition is key to long-term success…
10 months, 3 weeks ago
240 - The best YouTube channels for learning Chinese
Season 240 Episode 1
Videos are ideal for learning Chinese, because the visual element enhances comprehension and engagement. But what videos should you watch? What are t…
10 months, 4 weeks ago
239 - Student Q&A: March, 2025: Chinese slang, leaving expat bubbles, and competing with other learners
Season 1 Episode 239
Is learning Chinese slang worth your time? What do you do when someone with less study time speaks better than you? And how can you escape the expat …
11 months ago
238 - Learning Chinese by playing board games
Season 1 Episode 238
Board games are more than just fun, they’re a powerful way to learn Chinese, boosting vocabulary, fluency, and communication skills!
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11 months, 2 weeks ago