The Overview of AP Chinese Language and Culture Course
Advanced Placement Chinese Language and Culture is commonly known as AP Chinese Language and Culture or AP Chinese. The College Board offers this course as a part of the Advanced…
Interview with a Super Learner of Chinese language: Oksana Ermolaeva
Today I will talk with a super learner about Chinese, Oksana Ermolaeva (桑娜sāng nà). She is the founder of the Facebook page Mandarin Chinese From Scratch. It includes various Chinese…
Exploring the Four Main Types of Chinese Characters
Chinese characters have a history of over 3,300 years and are crucial in written communication. They started with the ancient oracle bone script and have changed significantly, reflecting China’s cultural…
Top Five FaceBook Pages for Learning Chinese
UPDATE: Please note that this post was written in 2013. CLICK HERE TO VISIT THE UPDATED Hottest Chinese Learning Facebook Pages. #1: All about Chinese All about Chinese offers various…
Some Tips on Past Tenses Illustration (Intermediate Level)
Example: “我吃了火锅” 1. We know that when you add “了” after a verb, it indicates that this action happened at some time in the past, like“我吃了火锅” just means “ I…
How to Prepare HSK Exam
The HSK exam is a test of general language proficiency that is standardized. This test doesn’t use any major area of study or textbook. Anyone interested in the test can…
Learn Mandarin in Hong Kong: Top Schools, Key Benefits, Challenges, and Expert Tips
In the vibrant metropolis of Hong Kong, a city renowned for its dynamic blend of cultures and history, the significance of Mandarin in both the cultural and business spheres cannot…
Choosing the Right Way to Learn Chinese
Introduction If you want to learn Chinese then you have surely made the right decision. But you may wonder how to proceed and from where to begin. There are various…
How to Learn Mandarin as a Beginner
If this is your first attempt at learning the Chinese language, then whether you intend to learn by yourself or find a teacher, there is a great learning way you…