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Tag: Vocabulary
How to Say and Write “You” in Chinese
From a simple greeting to forming complex sentences, learning the Chinese character for "you" is integral to conversing in Chinese.
5 Mistakes I made when I started learning Chinese
I’ve been studying Mandarin at University for about two years and 3 months. The mistakes I made, might not be mine particularly, but perhaps the way our course is structured. However, these mistakes can be applied to anyone starting to learn Mandarin. These “mistakes” are not necessarily bad, but it’s part of my current shortcomings in Mandarin that I still struggle with. Perhaps you can learn from me and try to fill those gaps earlier on.
How to Say and Write “I” in Chinese
The Chinese symbol for "I" or "me" is 我 (wǒ). Easily remember how to write 我 by understanding the Chinese character's radicals and interesting etymology.
Mandarin Vocabulary
Mandarin does not have specific words for saying “yes” and “no.” Instead, the verb which is used in the Mandarin question is used to make a positive or negative reply.
Chinese Measure Words
Measure words are very important in Chinese grammar as they are needed before every noun. There are more than a hundred Mandarin Chinese measure words, and the only way to learn them is by memorizing them. Whenever you learn a new noun, you should also learn its measure word. Here is a list of the most commonly used measure words in Chinese to kickstart your growing vocabulary.
Travel Vocabulary
Traveling abroad, whether for business or pleasure, is a wonderful way to expand your horizons. Being able to experience other cultures first-hand is a valuable experience that adds an extra dimension to your outlook on life.
Mandarin Vocabulary
Mandarin does not have specific words for saying “yes” and “no.” Instead, the verb which is used in the Mandarin question is used to make a positive or negative reply.
Chinese Vocabulary: Restaurant Dining
Chinese food is popular world-wide, but nothing beats the real deal. If you travel to China or Taiwan, you will undoubtedly want to sample the fabulous cuisine. There is a range of Michelin star restaurants like Ryugin Taipei in Taipei or T'ang Court in Shanghai. Of course, there are also more affordable but equally as delicious restaurants, eating halls, and food stalls that are scattered throughout.
Mandarin Chinese Greetings
The proper use of Mandarin Chinese greetings can pave the way for establishing good relationships. Mandarin greetings follow the rules of conduct for Chinese society, and should always be observed when meeting someone for the first time.
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