How to master all three languages: Chinese, Japanese and Korean?
If you’re interested in learning the three languages of Chinese, Japanese, and Korean, Chinese characters are the key. You can opt not to learn Chinese characters, or even delay doing…
Chinese Measure Words (Part 2): Size & Shape, Wrapped Items
Introduction & Full List Part 1: People, Animals, Plants Part 2: Size & Shape, Wrapped Items Part 3: Events, Buildings & Structures Part 4: Foods, Household Items, Clothing Part 5: …
Chinese Measure Words (Part 1): People, Animals, Plants
Introduction & Full List Part 1: People, Animals, Plants Part 2: Size & Shape, Wrapped Items Part 3: Events, Buildings & Structures Part 4: Foods, Household Items, Clothing Part 5: …
The Extended Usages of “起来”(qǐlái ) and “下去”(xiàqu)
The Chinese language is rich with a variety of directional verbs that add depth and nuance to everyday conversations. Among these, 起来 (qǐlái) and 下去 (xiàqu) are two commonly used…
How to Make a Chinese Resume or CV (Sample & Template Download)
If you are in China looking for work or want to get a job in a Chinese company, preparing a Chinese resume is necessary. After all, having both Mandarin and…
Chinese Ghost Month – The Taboos You Must Know
In Chinese culture, the seventh month of the Lunar Calendar holds special significance. It is known as “Ghost Month” 鬼月(Guǐ yuè), and hosts the so-called “Ghost Festival” (鬼节, Guǐ jié)…
Chinese Idioms or Chéngyǔ About Animals
What is a Chinese idiom/Chéngyǔ? Briefly speaking, Chengyu (成语, Chéngyǔ) are Chinese idioms that are normally made up of four Chinese characters. Chengyu are usually handed down from way back…
The Chinese Learn Languages to Succeed. What About You?
Having lived in China as well as other countries around the world for some time, one thing stands outs: Everyone studies English. Even if their English skills are not yet…
Can the Chinese Actually Understand the Japanese and Korean languages?
What are the differences between Chinese, Japanese, and Korean (collectively called CJK, for short)? Are Chinese characters (hànzì) the same as Japanese kanji and Korean hanja? You are not alone…
How to Choose Your very Own Chinese Name
One of the first things that might surprise you when you meet a Chinese native speaker for the first time is that the name they use to introduce themselves to…