Newbie | You First
Letting others go first is a great way to show respect and give face. In today's podcast, you'll learn how to say "You first" in Mandarin Chinese. Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/1093
14 Okt 202413min
Elementary | Why are You Studying Chinese?
Why are you learning Chinese? Will it help you at work? Is Mandarin your ticket to a life of adventure? Are you just a mental masochist? Listen to today's lesson and learn how to tell others why you'r...
11 Okt 202412min
Newbie | Sign Here, Please
In China, getting things delivered is relatively cheap and easy. In today's podcast, you'll learn how to use Mandarin to accept delivery of a package or document. Episode link: https://www.chinesepod....
9 Okt 202414min
Elementary | Funny Rice
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 Engli...
7 Okt 202413min
Newbie | The Broken Chair
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 wobb...
4 Okt 202411min
Elementary | Blow out Your Candles
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 le...
2 Okt 202415min
Newbie | Seeing Somebody to the Door
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 ha...
30 Sep 202415min
Elementary | Big Bed
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 Ish...
27 Sep 202415min
