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Today we're looking at a classic Chinese joke. The Chinese language is full of homonyms, which we can use to humorous effect. Special note: today's joke is actually funnier as a Dada wordplay in English. Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/1167

7 Okt 202413min

A low squat is a popular way to take a load off here. But there will be times when you need to sit down on something beside your ankles. In this lesson, you'll learn how to talk in Mandarin about wobbly seats. Three chairs for ChinesePod! Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/1076

4 Okt 202411min

If you could have one wish, what would it be? Do you want to speak Mandarin? Would you like to visit China? In today's podcast, make a wish and blow out your candles. ChinesePod makes your dream of learning Chinese come true! Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/1163

2 Okt 202415min

In today's podcast we'll cover an integral part of Chinese manners - 'Seeing Someone Off'. Being able to not only see someone to the door, but politely refuse such offers in Mandarin is certainly a handy skill for those of you doing business in China, or trying to impress your loved one's parents the first time you meet them. Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/1070

30 Sep 202415min

Travelers sometimes have to decide whether to take the plunge and share a bed. In today's podcast, you'll learn enough Mandarin Chinese to deal with this tricky situation. Sharing a bed worked for Ishmael and Queequeg-- will it work for you? Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/11554

27 Sep 202415min

Cell phones are almost universal in China. In some places, they're more common than landlines. In today's podcast, learn to talk in Mandarin Chinese about the most annoying cell phone issue of all: running out of power. Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/1064

25 Sep 202415min

The Hungry Traveler series arrives at its next stop - Guangdong, the home of Cantonese food! And what's first on the menu? Barbecue! Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/2261

23 Sep 202418min

Is it any wonder that Chinese uses the same character for "stuffy" and "depressed"? In this podcast, learn how to use Mandarin to complain about a hot, stuffy room. Better still, learn what to do about it. Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/1053

20 Sep 202412min