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Elementary | Tone Rule: Two Third Tones
“It’s not what you said; it’s the tone in which you said it!” By now, you’ll know the importance (and occasional frustration) of the tones in Mandarin Chinese, but even the best find themselves in a …
Published on 3 years, 8 months ago
Newbie | I Can't Sing
Oh sure, we say “karaoke” and you laugh and think about making a fool out of yourself in front of 200 others at the bar who all chimed in on the chorus to “Proud Mary.” But here it’s serious business…
Published on 3 years, 8 months ago
Elementary | Where's My Takeout?
If you haven't been in this situation, you haven't been in China long. There are just some times when you wait and you wait, but the food you order never arrives. So when you call to inquire, you're …
Published on 3 years, 8 months ago
Newbie | I Got Married
“Soooo… who’s the eye-candy on your arm?” See, ChinesePod is used to these questions, as we only hire “hot-cakes.” So, what do you say to an old acquaintance when you’re seen hand in hand with your s…
Published on 3 years, 8 months ago
Elementary | Dealing With Praise
“Thanks,” you say (in Chinese). “Goodness me! Your ability to master the language is amazing!” comes the response. So now what do you say? “Yes, actually it’s all due to ChinesePod”? As much as we’d …
Published on 3 years, 8 months ago
Newbie | New Breadmaker!
Invented in Japan in the 80's, these marvels of human ingenuity have become more and more popular in recent years, especially with the food scandals of late. Listen in as a friend discusses her new p…
Published on 3 years, 8 months ago
Elementary | Lessons Per Week
Sure, you're studying Chinese. We all know that. But are you a casual learner, or are you hardcore? And by that, I mean, "how many lessons do you have per week?" Learn what every student needs to be …
Published on 3 years, 8 months ago
Newbie | Asking For Help
Yes, you’re a go-getter, self-starter, and outside-the-box thinker. But even you might need the occasional hand… especially at the office. So, not that you need it, but here’s a podcast with a Mandar…
Published on 3 years, 8 months ago
Elementary | Which Train Station?
When catching a train in a Chinese city, you need to know which train station you're leaving from. Cities will often have several train stations, and they are often nowhere near each other. In this l…
Published on 3 years, 9 months ago
Newbie | Want To Lose Weight?
It's that time of the year when you step on the scales and realise you have piled on the pounds. But don't worry. You have a whole year to drop that extra tire. Listen to this lesson and learn all ab…
Published on 3 years, 9 months ago