Learn HOW to learn Chinese with hosts Jared Turner and John Pasden. You will learn tips, strategies, and insights so you can supercharge your language learning. You will also be inspired by guest interviews with people from all over the world who have learned Chinese. Both Jared and John both learned Chinese, lived in China for many years, and have worked with learners all over the world and understand the unique challenges that Chinese learners face. They stay at the forefront of language l ...
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Mandarin Chinese Mp3 Audio Lessons, PDF Transcripts, Worksheets, Situational Dialogues and Chinese Character Videos
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Melnyks Chinese Lessons - Mandarin Chinese Audio Lessons
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Listen and Learn Chinese from an intermediate-level, non-native learner perspective. Max and Hasnaien are two Canadians who have been learning Mandarin for a few years and are excited to share their own homemade tips and tricks for learning Mandarin but aren't so far gone that they don't understand the grind of learning Chinese. If you're brand new to learning Chinese or wanting to brush up on your basics, feel free to start right at Episode 1, which is the first episode of our Tones and Pīn ...
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Dimsum Hanyu Pinyin - Learn Mandarin Chinese
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Bite-size Taiwanese is a podcast giving you a taste of real, everyday Taiwanese. Co-hosts Phil & Alan will guide you through the ins and outs of the Taiwanese language (Southern Min/Hokkien) with light-hearted, fun (and occasionally funny) conversations on how it’s used in Taiwan. The Newbie podcast is geared towards newcomers to this language and will handily equip visitors with basic survival Taiwanese skills. Listen to our other podcasts: Bite-size | Elementary, Bite-size | Pronounce it l ...
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Complementary audios for Cantonese book "Learn to Speak Cantonese I"
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Through Dimsum Mandarin, you will learn practical Mandarin Chinese in dimsum-sized chunks at your convenience. Learn useful words and phrases, as well as the skills to confidently put together sentences for everyday situations.
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Yi's Chinese Learning Studio - a quick to speak Chinese
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What is Hokkien Dialect? Hokkien is a dialect of Min Nan Chinese spoken in southern Fujian, Malaysia, Taiwan, and by many overseas Chinese throughout Southeast Asia. And in this iHokkien Podcast, we're gonna teach you how to SPEAK Penang Hokkien Dialect!
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You don’t need a PhD in linguistics to explore interesting, unique features of different languages. In this podcast, “Language Matters” by Diplomatic Language Services, we make language accessible to everyday people by discussing features which may not exist in other languages. For instance, unless you have studied a Slavic language, you may not be familiar with “verbs of motion”, but we can teach you! Join us each episode as we host experts to discuss how these unique features impact learni ...
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Characters, Cocktails, and Karaoke: How Mike Kennedy Blended Passion and Chinese
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During a trip to Hong Kong, Mike Kennedy haphazardly began studying Chinese characters which started him on a path he could have never imagined. His growing passion for Chinese drove him to co-found Jinbu Pal, a reading app for Chinese, and start a YouTube channel where he makes cocktails in Chinese. From visiting factories in China to karaoke bars…
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Language Learning Adventures: The Role of Randomness and Unpredictability
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Jared and John explore how randomness and unpredictability can prepare you for adventures in your Chinese learning journey. From spontaneous conversations with native speakers to the unexpected challenges that push you out of your comfort zone, they delve into why seeking variety and embracing randomness are not only the “spice of life” but also ke…
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From the Classroom to China: Teenagers Putting their Chinese to the Test
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In this special episode, host Jared Turner takes you inside a study abroad trip to China with a group of teenagers including his two sons. These teenagers, who have been learning Chinese for years in a dual language immersion program, finally get to put their skills to the test in the wild, navigating real-world challenges, stepping out of their co…
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Is Your Chinese as Good as You Think it is? Confronting the Dunning-Kruger Effect
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Do you think your Chinese skills are better than they actually are? You might not be alone. This cognitive bias can cause learners to overestimate their proficiency, leading to overconfidence and potential setbacks in their language journey. Jared and John share personal anecdotes and experiences, breaking down the stages of language learning where…
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From Reluctant Traveler to Fluent Speaker: Cleopatra’s Chinese Language Adventure
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Cleopatra Wise initially had no desire to learn a foreign language but after being convinced to go to China for a class trip, her visit to Shanghai became a transformative experience that sparked her interest in learning the language. She embarked on a quest to learn Chinese which ended up with her working in Taiwan, Beijing, and later working for …
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When to Start Reading for Maximum Fluency
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Discover why reading in Chinese is a game-changer for fluency and learn the best time to start using graded readers. Jared and John break down the benefits of extensive reading and offer tips on how to integrate graded readers into your study routine for maximum impact. Whether you're a beginner or intermediate learner, find out how reading can acc…
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Raising Bilingual Children: Sunny's Story and Strategies from Spot of Sunshine Chinese
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Dive into the world of raising bilingual children with Sunny from Spot of Sunshine Chinese. In a chat with Jared, Sunny shares her journey from Taiwan to the suburbs of Chicago, discussing the challenges and triumphs of maintaining language and cultural connections. She offers tips and expert advice on effective strategies for parents raising bilin…
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Motivation and the Influence of Cultural Attitudes on Learning
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Jared and John delve into research discussing the crucial role of attitudes and preconceptions of a culture towards learning its language. They explore the many facets of this issue, including how the current state of China’s political relations impacts language learning in the West. Links from the episode: Mandarin Companion graded readers Send us…
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From American Football to Chinese Films: The Journey of Matt William Knowles
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Jared Turner interviews Matt William Knowles, a former college football player, who turned an unfortunate event into a remarkable life-changing adventure in China. After a career-ending injury left him uncertain about his future, Matt took a volunteer teaching position in one of China's most impoverished regions, Guizhou Province. Here, Matt found …
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The Frustrated Learner and the Sound of Progress
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Hosts Jared and John discuss the frustrations of a learner who came to John for help, particularly with pinyin and differentiation of similar sounds in Chinese. They explore why learners often misapply English pronunciation rules to pinyin and how comprehensible input can ease the learning curve. This episode is not just a deep dive into the phonet…
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Finding Your Voice in Chinese: Happi's Multilingual Melody
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Driven by her love for Asian cultures, anime, and K-pop, Happi (from Happi Across Cultures) has learned Chinese, Japanese, and Korean. Starting with friendships with exchange students, she went on to double major in Chinese and Japanese including studying abroad in Tokyo and Shanghai where she deeply engaged with the local culture. An accomplished …
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Japanese and Chinese: Unraveling the Differences of Two Ancient Tongues
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Dive into the fascinating world of East Asian languages with hosts Jared Turner and John Pasden. Whether you're navigating the tonal waves of Chinese or untangling the polite intricacies of Japanese, this episode offers a deep dive into the nuances, challenges, and delights of learning these two rich languages. They also discuss invaluable resource…
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Lesson 001. Basic Greetings in Mandarin Chinese.
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There are several basic greetings in Mandarin Chinese. In this lesson you will learn how to greet people you meet for the first time and also people you have not seen for a long time. You can start learning Mandarin Chinese from this lesson! To download ALL 200+ lessons with full PDF transcripts and worksheets, please sign up at www.melnyks.com.…
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Lesson 001. Basic Greetings in Mandarin Chinese.
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There are several basic greetings in Mandarin Chinese. In this lesson you will learn how to greet people you meet for the first time and also people you have not seen for a long time. You can start learning Mandarin Chinese from this lesson! To download ALL 200+ lessons with full PDF transcripts and worksheets, please sign up at www.melnyks.com.…
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Lesson 002. Chinese Tones and Pronunciation.
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Chinese musical tones convey differences in meaning. In this lesson I will teach you how to pronounce them correctly. You can practice Chinese pronunciation with me. Don’t worry, I guarantee, with my lessons you will master your Chinese pronunciation and tones very well. In order to download all 200+ lessons with full PDF transcripts and worksheets…
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Lesson 002. Chinese Tones and Pronunciation.
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Chinese musical tones convey differences in meaning. In this lesson I will teach you how to pronounce them correctly. You can practice Chinese pronunciation with me. Don’t worry, I guarantee, with my lessons you will master your Chinese pronunciation and tones very well. In order to download all 200+ lessons with full PDF transcripts and worksheets…
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Lesson 003. More Greetings and Expressing Needs in Chinese.
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More greetings and expressing basic needs in Chinese. Learn how to say ‘I want…’ or ‘I don’t want’ and a lot more! In order to download all 200+ lessons with full PDF transcripts and worksheets, please become a registered user.By Melnyks Chinese
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Lesson 003. More Greetings and Expressing Needs in Chinese.
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More greetings and expressing basic needs in Chinese. Learn how to say ‘I want…’ or ‘I don’t want’ and a lot more! In order to download all 200+ lessons with full PDF transcripts and worksheets, please become a registered user.By Melnyks Chinese
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Lesson 003-1. Video Lesson. Writing Chinese Numbers.
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Watch this video lesson and learn how to write numbers 1-10 in Mandarin Chinese as well as learn how to pronounce them. This lesson teachers some basics of Mandarin Chinese, and you will learn more in the following lessons. Please don’t forget to sign up in order to download the complete Chinese course with full PDF lesson transcripts and worksheet…
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Lesson 003-1. Video Lesson. Writing Chinese Numbers.
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Watch this video lesson and learn how to write numbers 1-10 in Mandarin Chinese as well as learn how to pronounce them. This lesson teachers some basics of Mandarin Chinese, and you will learn more in the following lessons. Please don’t forget to sign up in order to download the complete Chinese course with full PDF lesson transcripts and worksheet…
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Lesson 004. Introducing People. Nationalities and Occupations.
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Introducing people. Where are you from and what’s your occupation? Phonetics rules and changes in Chinese tones. Get ALL 200+ Mp3 lessons with PDF transcripts by becoming a premium subscriber.By Melnyks Chinese
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Lesson 004. Introducing People. Nationalities and Occupations.
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Introducing people. Where are you from and what’s your occupation? Phonetics rules and changes in Chinese tones. Get ALL 200+ Mp3 lessons with PDF transcripts by becoming a premium subscriber.By Melnyks Chinese
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What’s your name? What’s your family name in Mandarin Chinese? Listen to this lesson and you will also learn a lot more! Download ALL 200+ lessons with full PDF lesson transcripts and worksheets after you signup and become a registered member.By Melnyks Chinese
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What’s your name? What’s your family name in Mandarin Chinese? Listen to this lesson and you will also learn a lot more! Download ALL 200+ lessons with full PDF lesson transcripts and worksheets after you signup and become a registered member.By Melnyks Chinese
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This lesson will help you order your favorite Chinese food in Chinese. Order Chinese food in a Chinese restaurant with the help of this lesson. It contains a list of popular and delicious Chinese food suitable for our tastes. Don’t try to memorize the names of all dishes at this stage, however you can bring the lesson transcript with you to a Chine…
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This lesson will help you order your favorite Chinese food in Chinese. Order Chinese food in a Chinese restaurant with the help of this lesson. It contains a list of popular and delicious Chinese food suitable for our tastes. Don’t try to memorize the names of all dishes at this stage, however you can bring the lesson transcript with you to a Chine…
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Let’s review the key words in Mandarin Chinese, sentence patterns from previous lessons and learn new useful expressions. Signup to download this lessons review PDFs transcript and worksheets.By Melnyks Chinese
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Let’s review the key words in Mandarin Chinese, sentence patterns from previous lessons and learn new useful expressions. Signup to download this lessons review PDFs transcript and worksheets.By Melnyks Chinese
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What’s your hobby? What do you like to do? Find out about your special hobby and how to call it in Mandarin Chinese. Signup and become registered member to download ALL 200+ audio lessons with full PDF transcripts.By Melnyks Chinese
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What’s your hobby? What do you like to do? Find out about your special hobby and how to call it in Mandarin Chinese. Signup and become registered member to download ALL 200+ audio lessons with full PDF transcripts.By Melnyks Chinese
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