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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!

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.

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In this lesson, Joe and Lyn will show you how to fight for the right to use your bathroom by annoying the person that’s using it. After watching this, I’m sure nobody will ever come between you and the toilet in the future! Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/4329
In this lesson, Joe and Lyn will show you how to fight for the right to use your bathroom by annoying the person that’s using it. After watching this, I’m sure nobody will ever come between you and the toilet in the future! Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/4329
If you're a foreign student in China, or planning to be one, you should probably learn the word for "foreign student." And since all our listeners are good-looking, the word for "handsome guy" might just come in handy as well. Learn all this and more in this Chinese lesson. Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/1634
Elementary | Sleepy

Elementary | Sleepy

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You are getting sleepy, very sleepy. And you know it's lame, but you just want to go to bed early. Learn to express these sentiments and more in this Chinese lesson. Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/1631
In this newbie lesson, we will listen to a conversation between two friends talking about an opportunity to study abroad. We will show you how to say "I plan to..." in Chinese and how to express uncertainty with a particle 吧 [ba]. Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/4282
Some foreigners think there's a conspiracy to deprive them of enjoying rice with their meal in China. In fact, it's just a Chinese custom which might seem strange to you. Here's a helpful tip: if you want to eat your rice with your meal, you can always ask them to bring out the rice first. Learn to do that in Chinese, with this lesson. Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/1627
In this newbie lesson, you will hear one of the most common questions that you are asked as a Chinese learner: “Is learning Chinese difficult?” Your immediate response might be, “Yes, learning Chinese is VERY difficult!” But there’s actually a better response to that question! Find out what it is as you join Lyn and Joe for this lesson! Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/4266
No, we're not talking about black market organ trafficking. We're talking about the "I got your nose!" trick you play on kids. While this game is not exactly "traditionally Chinese," it's still good fun, and involves some essential facial features and verbs. Learn the Chinese to commit your own acts of facial larceny in this lesson. Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/1624
Who says you have to use chopsticks to eat Chinese food? If you have not yet mastered your kuàizi skills, then this lesson is for you. Learn how to ask for a fork in a restaurant in today's lesson, let's check it out! Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/4261
Have you ever been called an "Old China Hand?" Don't worry, if you keep practicing your Chinese and spend some time in China, you will be! In this Chinese lesson, learn more about this common term while also going over the "foreigner in China FAQ" list. Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/1617
In this lesson, we're going to learn a very important phrase when learning Chinese, and that is 'I love you'. When it comes to love, there's always a choice that has to be made. Out of a computer, a book, and a TV, which one do you think the girl love the most? Check out the video and find out! Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/4256
The Chinese love their holidays! Review the most popular ones with Grace and Jenny. Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/4113
In today's dialogue, the doctor is disobeying her own orders by taking a bite of something she's not supposed to eat...Want to know what it is? Check out the lesson and learn the usage of 'verb 不 verb questions' along the way! Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/4255
You think a hotel is a hotel, but in China these quirky little culture differences have a way of sneaking up on you. Learn about one that westerners might find particularly surprising (and potentially shower-nullifying) in this lesson. Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/1613
In this dialogue, we will catch a glimpse of the feud of Grandpa tree and the dog. Why doesn't Grandpa tree like the dog? What happened between them? Along the way, you will learn how to say your age, your date of birth. Let's see how it unravels in today's lesson! Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/4254
The scene is a blind date. She reveals she's a kindergarten teacher. He passionately states that he hates children. Cue crickets chirping. It's going to be a long night. But you just want to learn how to talk about how you feel about children! So listen in to this Chinese lesson. Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/1610
A fight for a girl's attention between a cup and a glass has taken place. The former is an advocate for hot tea, and the latter is a spokesperson for cold water. Which side are you on? Come find out who is the winner of the girl's heart in today's lesson. Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/4253
There's a big difference between buying movie tickets in China and buying movie tickets in many other countries: China uses assigned seating. So make sure you know how to get the seats you want. Learn how to do it in Chinese in this lesson. Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/1607
In today's dialogue, we are going to listen to a conversation between a girl and a prodigal 'horse', and you will learn a sentence pattern to express 'to do sth. together' using 和 and 一起. Let's see what happens! Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/4252
Are you one of those people that doesn't like to waste money on beverages in restaurants and instead just asks for water? Yeah, so are we. So in China, we naturally ask for tea. In this lesson, learn how to make sure that drink you're getting is free. Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/1604
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Comments (19)

Mostafa Majnoni

it's hard for beginners

Feb 24th
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Shahir Hamoon

So good

Feb 15th
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Rizzo

very useful and interesting topics

Nov 19th
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Somayeh

nei or na (哪) ? in which day question ?

Nov 17th
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Zahra Sh

Thanks for your helpful podcast🙏🏻🥰

Nov 8th
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Somayeh

exactly what I need. thanks

Oct 21st
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oveis mohamadi

一路批黁

Jun 28th
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汉语

多谢了

Mar 2nd
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汉语

多谢了😊

Mar 1st
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oveis mohamadi

动车把

Dec 12th
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Muhamad Ahadi

謝謝

Dec 2nd
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oveis mohamadi

你不喜欢他吗?

Dec 1st
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Muhamad Ahadi

很好

Nov 30th
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oveis mohamadi

感冒了

Nov 5th
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Fati Khodaie

谢谢

Aug 4th
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Mike Evance

Cool game! To play, you need to remove all the tiles by matching pairs, focusing on design, shape, and colors. It's a game that requires strategy and attention to detail, making it perfect for brain exercise. I love playing Mahjong because it's a great way to unwind and challenge myself. If you're new to Mahjong, I recommend starting with Mahjong Titans on https://www.aclockworkbrain.com/mahjong-titans site. They have a range of levels and game modes that will keep you entertained for hours. Plus, if you enjoy Mahjong, there are many other brain games like Chess and Word Search that are worth trying out!

Jun 21st
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Mahsa 2022

咳嗽药水 medicine syrup 感冒药 cold medicine 抗生素: antibiotics

Feb 17th
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Erwan Le Courric

法国

Dec 22nd
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Saina Setorgi

please writing conversation because l don't know Pinyin

Nov 16th
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