ChinesePod makes learning Mandarin fun and easy. It isn't your typical language learning resource - we think you'll be entertained as well! If you’re just trying to learn some survival Chinese or looking to start a lifelong relationship with the language, this ChinesePod - Beginner Level Podcast Channel is where to start. Expand your Mandarin Chinese learning experience by also SUBSCRIBING to ChinesePod - Intermediate and ChinesePod - Advanced Podcast channels. For more lessons, go to www.ch ...
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ChinesePod makes learning Mandarin fun and easy! In this Intermediate Level Podcast Feed, explore broader contexts and applications of frequently used expressions needed to navigate comfortably in a Mandarin speaking environment. Deepen your knowledge on current affairs while learning and increase your confidence level in speaking Chinese. Expand your Mandarin Chinese learning experience by also SUBSCRIBING to ChinesePod - Beginner and ChinesePod - Advanced Podcast channels. For a more in de ...
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ChinesePod makes learning Mandarin fun and easy. It isn't your typical language learning resource - we think you'll be entertained as well! In this Advanced Level Podcast Feed, lessons are the black-belt of ChinesePod - You can already speak circles around your friends, but are looking for “complete” fluency Chinese. Expand your Mandarin Chinese learning experience by also SUBSCRIBING to ChinesePod - Beginner and ChinesePod - Intermediate Podcast channels. For a more in depth Mandarin Langua ...
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There's nothing worse than learning Chinese on an empty stomach. After you listen to this lesson, you'll never again have to learn Mandarin over the growls of an empty belly. In today's podcast, you'll learn how to tell others what you'd like to eat in Mandarin Chinese. Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/1198…
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Christmas is just around the corner and we have all got our festive sweaters on, but we in the office have an age out conundrum to solve. What to get your colleagues and family for Xmas. In this dialogue, they have clearly run out of all good ideas. Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/2599
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Jingle bells are in the air again, but one of our characters isn't feeling very merry. In this lesson we'll teach you some Christmas vocabulary, whether you love it or hate it. Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/2601
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When you're traveling in China, you may hear some pretty strange sounds. Today's podcast will teach you how ask "What's that sound?" in Mandarin. You may not get an answer, but at least you'll know how to ask! Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/1165
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If rice is the staple of the Chinese diet, then the electric rice cooker is the staple of the Chinese kitchen. In this lesson, learn about the range of options available to the rice cooker shopper, and which features are most important to the discriminating Chinese consumer. Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/1492…
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It's the time of the year when Americans (and even some Canadians, too) give thanks for the good things in their lives. Today we're listening to a conversation between a mother and son - and there's a great Thanksgiving surprise at the end! Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/1300
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Many people have already experienced blizzard-like conditions this year, but for those of you who have yet to see snowfall in your neck of the woods, this lesson's for you! Tune in to learn how to describe the year's first snow. Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/1579
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You've just graduated high school and you have your whole life ahead of you. It's time to start thinking about what you'll study in university. What happens when you choose a course of study that your parents don't approve of? Learn how to talk about this important life decision in today's lesson. Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/1447…
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You've had a wonderful time in China, but nothing lasts forever. You're at the end of your trip, and you're telling your new Chinese friends that this is goodbye. With a lump in your throat, listen to today's Mandarin podcast. Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/1159
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Grab your apples and honey, because we've got a sweet Mandarin lesson lined up for you. In today's Chinese podcast, we're looking at Rosh Hashanah, often called the "Jewish New Year." Jews and Gentiles alike will find something useful and interesting in this Mandarin lesson. Shofar, sho-good! Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/1250…
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In recent years, a high-speed train lines have popped up between many important Chinese cities. Today's Chinese podcast will explain how to order a ticket on these deluxe, speedy train lines in Mandarin. Getting around the Middle Kingdom has never been so grand. Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/1254…
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In today's Mandarin lesson, you'll learn to count your blessings. Actually, after today's podcast, you'll know how to count all kinds of things in Chinese. Listen, learn, and get ready to count! Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/1152
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Today's lesson takes us on a blind date. It may be a little awkward at first, but in the end we'll be learning all about non-governmental organizations, or NGO's, and what they do. Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/1443
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Here's a question: What's the price you pay for a healthy, home-made dinner? No, we're not talking about a conversation with your significant other. We're talking about washing the dishes when you get done. Learn how to talk about grease and detergent in Mandarin Chinese in this podcast. Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/1225…
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Have the Chinese tones been giving you headaches? In today's handy Chinese lesson, you'll learn the ups and downs of the first tone. Learn how to transition between the first tone and all the rest in this useful Mandarin podcast. Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/1248
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We're off to the stables today for a little exercise with some four-legged friends. Today's show focuses on a class with a riding instructor - you'll be learning all about taking commands from teachers and interacting with horses in Chinese! Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/1435
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Getting from one place to another is no mean feat in the land of curvy, inconsistently marked streets. Today's Chinese podcast will give you the Mandarin you need to buy a map that will help you on your merry way. Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/1150
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A day at the amusement park -- what fun! In today's Mandarin lesson, learn how to talk about this exciting and light-hearted way to spend a summer day. Learn the Chinese for roller-coaster, Ferris wheel, and "Yay!" Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/1217
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Today we have a Chinese lesson worthy of Sherlock Holmes: The Case of the Stationery in the Satchel. In this Mandarin podcast, we'll be looking at ways to talk about life's little mysteries-- what's in the bag, and why? Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/1243
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Every smart traveler in China should have a thick stack of thin paper in their pocket. No, we're not talking about money, although that is handy. Today's Mandarin podcast is about napkins. If you plan on eating well in China, they will be indispensable. Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/1146
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Our not-so-outdoorsey couple managed to stray from the group in part 1 of this series. In today's lesson learn how to talk about survival in the wilderness in Mandarin Chinese as they discuss their plans for staying safe and fed. Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/1462
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In today's lesson, you'll learn to use Chinese to talk about your taste in men. Do you like bad boys? Do you like high rollers? In today's podcast, you'll learn the Mandarin you need to talk about what kind of gentleman makes your heart go pitter-pat. Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/1233
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In this Chinese lesson, we're off to a land of sun and fun: the Philippines. Follow us to Manila, where we use Chinese to talk about everything from mango juice to sunsets. Tune in to today's podcast and find out more about this beautiful, romantic city. Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/1213
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Sometimes you just need to get out of the city. In today's lesson, a couple plans a weekend camping trip, which ends up getting a little more complicated than expected. We hope you packed provisions! This might be a longer trip than originally thought... Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/1439
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Getting out of bed is not much fun, unless you wake up to the sound of Ken and Jenny on ChinesePod! Today, learn how to talk about dragging yourself out of bed, all in Mandarin Chinese. Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/1140
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Baijiu, the Chinese liquor, tastes so bad that you need something to take your mind off the foul burning that is coating your mouth and throat. Why not play some drinking games? In today's Mandarin podcast, you'll learn all about how to win face and make friends over a few rounds of watery beer. Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/1208…
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Oh boy, oh boy! You're going traveling soon, and you just can't wait! Tell all your friends in perfect Mandarin Chinese that you are going to be taking a trip soon. Today's podcast is all about the fun of looking forward to a vacation. Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/1228
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We've got a lesson rich in culture for you today. We'll be delving into the world of high art. You'll learn how to talk about art and how to talk about the authenticity of artwork. Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/1427
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The birds do it. The bees do it. Even educated fleas do it. Let's do it, let's go to the toilet. Today's podcast will teach you about one of life's necessities. You'll even learn how to express your preference in toilet types, in Chinese. Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/1134
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How to use 何尝 / 何嘗 / hécháng In this Qing Wen, we help Mingmao understand the various uses of the rhetorical question word 何尝, which translates as when? / how? / it's not that... It can be used to ask people not to blame you, but to blame the situation, or it can be used to defend yourself or others. Watch the video and study the example sentences …
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In this soggy job market, it's hard just to get a job interview. But if you do, you need to be able to talk about your strengths, short-comings, and unrealistic salary expectations. If you can do this in Mandarin Chinese, so much the better! In today's Mandarin podcast, you'll learn how to ace your next Chinese job interview. Episode link: https://…
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Pretty woman, walkin' down the street. Pretty woman, kind I like to greet! In today's Mandarin lesson you'll learn how to talk about the beautiful people in your life, and how much you'd like to get to know them. Flirting is so much fun in Chinese- download this podcast and learn how the game is played. Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/1222…
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Most people dislike going to the dentist. Kids are certainly no exception! Once their baby teeth have fallen out, it's time for braces, retainers and all sorts of fun stuff. Find out more in today's lesson! Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/1425
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Time to bone up on your Chinese. Today's podcast lesson is all about eating food that has bones in it. Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/1127
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There's nothing more frustrating than waiting for a delivery. In today's podcast, learn the Mandarin Chinese you need to prod and cajole your hard-working delivery person. It may not make him any faster, but it will let you blow off some steam as you wait for him to deliver those Liza Minnelli tickets. Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/1183…
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Hey Mom, you're home early! Me? Well, I was just...you know...school got out early-- yeah, that's right! In today's Chinese podcast, you'll learn how to talk your way out of a sticky situation. You'll learn how to explain why you're home much earlier than expected in Mandarin Chinese. Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/1219…
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We like to multi-task around here, and we know you do to. In this episode, we will teach you how to say that you are doing more than one thing at a time. So minimize the 13 programs that you have running on your computer and take a moment to soak in this sweet sentence pattern. Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/7034 or https://www.chinesepod…
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差不多先生传是胡适最有名的作品之一,这篇文章是一个讽刺性的寓言,你能猜得出来作者想表达的是什么吗? Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/4522
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For anyone who has ever woken up to find their car covered in sand, the situation covered in today's lesson will be a familiar one. In some parts of the world, like Italy, France, and northern China, sandstorms are a part of the weather, even if the nearest desert lies hundreds of miles away. Today we'll be teaching you how to discuss this very par…
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No matter how long you have lived in China, and no matter how well you speak Chinese, people will be amazed to see that you have learned how to put food into your mouth with sticks. Tune in to today's podcast to learn about the question every foreigner has answered dozens of times. Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/1126…
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Don't try to manage too many small details. That's what you have subordinates for! In today's lesson, learn how to use Mandarin Chinese to delegate responsibilities. That will leave you more time for the important stuff, like working on your golf swing. Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/1176
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First Smart Bakery In this Advanced lesson we’re going to listen to news of a smart bakery, another example of how technology is transforming our lives as cities continue to embrace smart living. 在這個高級課程中,我們將聽取北京一家智慧麵包店的新聞, 是技術改變我們的生活的又一個新例子。隨著城市繼續擁抱智慧生活,我們的生活將變換無窮。 在这个高级课程中,我们将听取北京一家智慧面包店的新闻, 是技术改变我们的生活的又一个新例子。随着城市继续拥抱智慧生活,我们的生活将变换无穷。 Visit the Pr…
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You can't just drop in on people whenever you feel like it. They have their own lives, too! In this Mandarin Chinese podcast, you'll learn how to ask if and when people are free. Making appointments in Chinese is easy when you study with ChinesePod. Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/1215
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We're in New York today, deep in the headquarters of the UN. Listen as an insider describes his work with this preeminent international organization. You'll be learning some key vocabulary for talking about international affairs and diplomacy. Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/1414
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We’ve heard so much about waste recycling and ways to protect the environment. Now in this lesson we listen to the news about a new recycling initiative in one of the most populated cities in the world - Shanghai. Residents in the city can now use mobile technology to request for door pickup recycling services. Let’s begin the lesson to find out ho…
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How long is "just a moment?" In today's Chinese lesson, you'll learn how to talk about things that are about to happen. Wait for it-- the lesson is almost here. Just a bit longer, and you'll be learning Mandarin. Hold on, almost there... Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/1120
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The Chinese love their tea. Today's Mandarin lesson will teach you all about the fragrant infusion of that wondrous leaf. Put the kettle on, get your best China cup, and get ready to talk about Chinese tea. Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/1169
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Are you a Tiger Mom? Do you know anyone who is? Is being a Tiger Mom a good thing or a bad thing? Let us know what you think! The shorter dialog section contains helpful explanations. We hope you enjoy this lesson. 您同意虎妈式教育其实是中国传统教育方式的美国延续,是一种新型的教育方式,属于中西合璧的产物吗?虎妈式教育,坚持从小 严格管教,多加训练,孩子才能出人头地。目标不同,教育方式就截然不同。 我们这次请了专栏作家肖遥,一起来聊聊虎妈式的教育的利与弊, 并且从他们的对话中能了解…
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You're a popular person. People are looking for you, but you don't always want to talk to them. Today's Chinese lesson will help you deal with those tricky times when you don't want to be found. Learn how to use Mandarin to explain that you're not around. Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/1207…
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余光中是著名的诗人、散文家,研究西洋文学并精通中国传统文学,是富有极高声誉的当代文学家。这次我们选取他早期的一篇散文的部分内容,谈论关于“阴柔”与“阳刚”这两种气质在中西方文学里的表现。从语言层面可以看到深刻的文化内涵,余光中对于语言文字的运用十分讲究,很适合高级汉语学习者读,用来提升词汇能力,并且从语言当中得到更进一步的文化学习。 Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/4017
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