Formal and Informal Ways to Say “You’re Welcome” in Chinese
https://player.vimeo.com/video/563520181 Download PDF Notes The basic expressions Just like 谢谢,there are many simple ways to say ‘you’re welcome’ or ‘it’s okay’. That’s alright. / You are welcome. 不用谢 (Bùyòng xiè.)…
Formal and Informal Ways to Show Appreciation With “Thank You” in Chinese
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dgUL5JBG78g Download PDF Notes The most common ways 谢谢 is the phrase that you’ll see the most in daily life because it is simple and quick to say, but it…
A Dozen Different Ways to Say “Goodbye” in Chinese
https://player.vimeo.com/video/563518144 Download PDF Notes Common ways 再见 (zài jiàn) This is one of the most common and standard ways to say goodbye, which means Goodbye or See you. 拜拜 (bàibài)…
How to Ask Someone’s Age in Chinese: 9 Common Expressions
https://player.vimeo.com/video/563517087 Download PDF Notes Age is a topic that comes up in conversation all the time, whether you're meeting someone for the first time or catching up with an old…
Saying Hello Without “你好” in Chinese
https://player.vimeo.com/video/563519483 Download PDF Notes 1. When meeting someone for the first time 你好 / 您好(nǐ hǎo/ nín hǎo) Chinese people don’t really say 你好 in real life. It can come…
Top Ten YouTube Channels for Learning Mandarin Chinese
YouTube is packed full of great content for learning Mandarin Chinese. You can find video lessons that cover a wide range of subjects, and they are totally free. #1: YangYang…
Business Chinese: Essential Mandarin Expressions for Online Meetings
Necessity is the mother of invention, particularly in a time when everyone is working from home. Online meeting platforms, such as Skype, Google Hangouts, and Zoom, have revolutionized the world…
Chinese Color Theory: The Cultural Significance and Meaning Behind Colors
Have you ever wondered why the color red is so significant in Chinese culture? It's not just because it's a bold and vibrant hue. In fact, you’ll see it on…
“Almost” The Same – A Comparison of 差点儿, 几乎, and 差不多
When delving into the world of Chinese language and texts, you'll often come across different expressions that seemingly translate to the same word in English. But here's the thing: every…
Everyday Animal Related Slangs and Buzzwords in Chinese
In everyday Chinese conversations, animal-related slang expressions are indispensable. They show up frequently and are widely known among Chinese people nowadays. These words and phrases not only enrich the language…