Learn Chinese with Beginner Stories

[ Dialogue ] 说起来容易做起来难 | Easier Said Than Done | Mandarin Intermediate |【对话】

Anna still feels uneasy about people gossiping about her and gaining weight. Gao Yue comforts her, saying self-love means accepting both the “slim” and “chubby” versions of herself. Anna sighs, “Easie...

28 Des 202513min

[ Dialogue ] 那还用说? | That goes without saying! | Mandarin Beginner |【对话】

Yu Qing’s date asks if she’s free. She teasingly guesses he wants to ask her out, and he replies playfully, “That goes without saying!” They agree to meet up. —————————————————————————————————约会对象：你今...

21 Des 20257min

[ Dialogue ] 这个最近国内也很火 | It’s Trending in China Too! | Mandarin Beginner |【对话】

Yu Qing can’t stop talking about her new favorite sport! Zhang Li is surprised at first, but then realizes: “Oh! That’s super popular in China lately!” —————————————————————————————————安娜：你在想什么？高月：我在想...

14 Des 20255min

[ Dialogue ] 原来这就是“断舍离” | So this is ‘Decluttering' | Mandarin Intermediate |【对话】

During a move, Anna realizes just how much stuff she’s accumulated over the years. She admits it’s hard to part with things while Gao Yue introduces her to “断舍离”/’the art of letting go of unnecessary ...

7 Des 20259min

[ Dialogue ] 自助火锅? | All-You-Can-Eat Hotpot? | Mandarin Beginner |【对话】

Gao Yue is wondering what to eat for dinner. Anna suggests going for all-you-can-eat hotpot, mentioning there’s a “two people, one eats free” promotion.Want to join maayot.com for more real-life conve...

30 Nov 20256min

[ Dialogue ] | 宁缺毋滥! | Rather Go Without Than Settle! | Mandarin Intermediate |

After meeting a potential roommate, Zhang Li feels something is off. She and Anna talk it over and come to the same conclusion：when it comes to choosing a roommate, it’s better to have none than to ha...

23 Nov 202513min

[ Dialogue ] Can't Stand This Anymore! | Mandarin Intermediate |【对话】受不了了!

Anna is frustrated because her phone battery is almost dead, even though it was fully charged in the morning. Gao Yue points out it’s time for a new one since old phones drain battery quickly.Want to ...

16 Nov 20255min

[ Dialogue ] Are You Planning to Have Children? | Mandarin Intermediate |【对话】你以后想要孩子吗？

Anna asks if Zhang Li’s parents pressure her to marry. They talk about the cultural expectations in China and less pressure in the UK. They agree marriage and kids should be personal choices, not forc...

13 Nov 202514min