Newbie | Do You Like Shanghai?
Do you like Shanghai? There may only be one right answer to this question (depending on who's asking), but there are also plenty of viable non-answers. Learn how to navigate this verbal minefield in this Chinese lesson. Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/1828
21 Jul 202510min
Elementary | An Unplanned Tan
Today's lesson is all about getting a tan on accident! Tune in to find out all the key tools you'll need to bring to the beach this summer in order to avoid tanning! Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/1442
18 Jul 202516min
Newbie | When is Your Birthday?
Everyone loves birthdays, and chances are if you're new to Chinese they'll be some of the first things you broach in conversation. Learn about birthdays, dates, and days of the week in Mandarin Chinese in today's lesson. Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/1824
16 Jul 202513min
Elementary | Changing a Plane Ticket
For whatever reason you're in the airport and the flight you've got just won't do. Now comes the tricky part! How do you ask to change your ticket? Find out today with this elementary level lesson. Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/1438
14 Jul 202517min
Newbie | Napping in the Meeting
So it's another long, boring morning meeting. What's an employee to do? In this Chinese lesson, the boss makes it clear that it's not OK to sleep during the meeting. Learn the key language here. Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/1772
11 Jul 202514min
Elementary | Which tone was that again?
Science is fun! So are sports! But what happens when you want to discuss one in Chinese, but you instead use words describing the other? Sounds like you have a problem with tones, but not to worry! ChinesePod is here to help! Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/1436
9 Jul 202517min
Newbie | Tables and Chairs
Ah, tables and chairs. Even the most minimalist decorator agrees that "being able to sit down" and "having a raised surface to put stuff on" are good things. There are a few surprises in store for you in today's Chinese lesson, though, so tune in and learn. Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/1768
7 Jul 202514min
Elementary | World Cup and Diamonds
All eyes are focused on South Africa this summer as the nation prepares to host the World Cup. Check out today's lesson and learn how to describe one important South African export (here's a hint: we hear they're a girl's best friend). Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/1432
4 Jul 202516min
