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Tag: learning Mandarin

#AtoZChallenge in China: Yǎnyuán (Actor)

by Andy PenafuerteA to Z ChallengePosted on April 29, 2017No Comments

We’re down to the last two entries for #AtoZChallenge in China! I can’t believe I reached this far! In today’s challenge, I have two blogs: a visual tour of the Yungang Grottoes in Ancient Shanxi Province (to be published later) and this blog where we sing to the tune of Yǎnyuán (演员 or “actor”), a popular …

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Mandarin Monday: The First 100 Characters Every Beginner Needs to Memorize

by Andy PenafuerteMandarin MondayPosted on March 13, 2017July 31, 20193 Comments

Knowing basic characters will give you enough background to get around, especially when you’re traveling, dining out, or going to malls.

Mandarin Mondays: Learning Chinese Tones

by Andy PenafuerteCulture, Mandarin MondayPosted on February 13, 20175 Comments

Learning Chinese tones can be done by practicing a lot or understanding phonetics. In my quest to find the easiest way to learn tones, I stumbled upon some Youtube videos which I find helpful for learners.

万事如意 wanshi ruyi (Everything goes well)

Learning Mandarin: Everything Goes Well!

by Andy PenafuerteLocal StoriesPosted on January 27, 2017No Comments

Kung hei fat choi isn’t the only greeting you can say this Chinese New Year! Learn some goodwill phrases – and other basic expressions with this guide.

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