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Do Taiwanese people actually drink a lot? 🍺 In this episode, Mindy and Joeru take a closer look at Taiwan’s drinking culture — when people drink, where they drink, and why drinking in Taiwan feels very different from many Western countries.From family dinners and 熱炒店 to KTV and cocktail bars, we talk about how alcohol is tied to social context, not daily habit — and how traditional “battle-style” drinking culture is slowly shifting in modern Taiwan.📘 Podcast NotesFull transcripts and structured study support to help you turn listening into real learning.Now Available here: https://ko-fi.com/bitesizechinese🎯 In this episode, we cover:– Do Taiwanese people drink often? Comparing Taiwan with France, the UK, and Japan– Why drinking in Taiwan is usually occasion-based, not everyday behavior– Common drinking settings: home, restaurants, KTV, and bars — and how the vibe changes– Traditional drinking culture: 拚酒、不醉不歸、敬酒、給面子– Modern shifts toward choice, boundaries, and relaxed social drinking– Common Mandarin expressions you’ll hear when drinking in Taiwan (like 小酌、乾杯、我敬你)🗣 Listener Challenge:喝酒對你來說是日常習慣，還是多半只在慶祝的場合才會喝？你在台灣有過什麼「飲酒文化衝擊」的經驗嗎？歡迎到 Instagram @bitesize.chinese 跟我們分享 🍻Is drinking more of a daily habit, or something you do mainly for special occasions? Have you ever experienced any drinking culture shock in Taiwan? Share your thoughts with us on Instagram @bitesize.chinese 🍻🎙️ The Bitesize Chinese Podcast helps you bridge the gap between classroom Mandarin and how people actually speak — with all the quirks, slang, and culture that come with it. Each bi-weekly episode is a bite-sized challenge designed to stretch your skills and bring you from intermediate to almost advanced — one conversation at a time. Tune in, take a bite, and keep growing with us! 🎧💬🔅 Podcast Notes | 逐字稿＋學習筆記🔅 Buy us a coffee｜贊助我們一杯咖啡🔅 Leave a comment | 留言給我🔅 Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Website🔅 Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Instagram🔅 Learn Chinese with us | 跟我們學中文 Powered by Firstory Hosting

Walking into a bar can be intimidating — especially when you don’t know the cocktail names. In this episode of Bitesize Basics, Mindy and Joeru show you a much easier way to order drinks in Mandarin: by describing the base spirit, the flavor, and the feeling you want.📘 Podcast NotesFull transcripts and structured study support to help you turn listening into real learning. Now Available here: https://ko-fi.com/bitesizechinese🎯 Today’s Topic: How to order cocktails in Mandarin by describing what you want, not naming drinks🗝 Key Sentence: 我要一杯烈一點的調酒 (Wǒ yào yì bēi liè yìdiǎn de tiáojiǔ) - I want a stronger cocktail.🗣 Listener Challenge:Imagine you’re at a bar. What would you order?Try saying one sentence in Mandarin, for example:👉 我想喝清爽一點的調酒👉 我想喝甜甜的、奶類的調酒Share your sentence and tag us on Instagram @bitesize.chinese — we’d love to see what you’d order 🍸🍰 About Bitesize Basics 🍰Welcome to 𝗕𝗶𝘁𝗲𝘀𝗶𝘇𝗲 𝗕𝗮𝘀𝗶𝗰𝘀 — a podcast series for beginner Mandarin learners (A1)! Each episode teaches one useful grammar point or vocabulary set through fun, practical conversations. Learn with Mindy and Joeru and build your Mandarin step by step!🔅 Podcast Notes | 逐字稿＋學習筆記🔅 Buy us a coffee｜贊助我們一杯咖啡🔅 Leave a comment | 留言給我🔅 Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Website🔅 Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Instagram🔅 Learn Chinese with us | 跟我們學中文 Powered by Firstory Hosting

In this episode of Bitesize News, Amber and Joeru break down a major international headline involving Donald Trump and Venezuela — and explain why this story has sparked intense discussion in Taiwan. 本集將用清楚、可理解的新聞中文，帶你拆解「唐羅主義」是什麼、新聞標題裡的關鍵詞怎麼看懂，以及這起事件為什麼不只是拉丁美洲的事，也牽動台灣人對國際政治與安全的關注。我們會一步步從新聞標題出發，解析重要生詞、句型，再延伸討論不同國家立場背後的政治與經濟因素。 📘 Podcast Notes Full transcripts and structured study support to help you turn listening into real learning. Now Available here: https://ko-fi.com/bitesizechinese 🎯 In this episode, we cover: – 什麼是「唐羅主義」？ (What is the “Tangluo Doctrine”?) – 為什麼部分委內瑞拉人民支持這次行動？ (Why do some people in Venezuela support this action?) – 這則新聞為什麼在台灣引起高度關注？ (Why has this news drawn so much attention in Taiwan?) – 新聞生詞與句型重點解析 (Key news vocabulary and sentence patterns explained in clear, learner-friendly Mandarin) 🌏 Bitesize News series brings you real-world Mandarin through one timely story every two weeks. Our hosts break down the headlines in clear, structured Chinese, helping B2–C1 learners build advanced listening skills while staying informed. Stay curious — and let the Bitesize Chinese newsroom become your Mandarin classroom. 🔅 Podcast Notes | 逐字稿＋學習筆記 🔅 Buy us a coffee｜贊助我們一杯咖啡 🔅 Leave a comment | 留言給我 🔅 Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Website 🔅 Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Instagram 🔅 Learn Chinese with us | 跟我們學中文 Powered by Firstory Hosting

If you’ve been to Taiwan, you’ve probably noticed one thing very quickly — drink shops are everywhere. In this episode of Bitesize Talks, Mindy talks about Taiwan’s famous 手搖飲文化 and why bubble tea is much more than just a drink. 📘 Podcast Notes Full transcripts and structured study support to help you turn listening into real learning. Now Available here: https://ko-fi.com/bitesizechinese 🎯 In this episode, you’ll hear about: – What 「手搖飲」 really means in Taiwan – How bubble tea grew out of Taiwan’s tea culture – Why customization, price, and convenience matter so much – How buying drinks became a social habit in everyday life 🗣 Listener Challenge: What’s your favorite hand-shaken drink — or one you really want to try? Share your answer with us on Instagram and tag @bitesize.chinese 🧋 ☕️ About Bitesize Talks: Welcome to ☕️ 𝗕𝗶𝘁𝗲𝘀𝗶𝘇𝗲 𝗧𝗮𝗹𝗸𝘀 ☕️ — a podcast series designed for A1–A2 level Mandarin learners who want a bit more challenge! Join Mindy and Joeru as they share casual, real-life stories in natural Mandarin, helping you grow your confidence one conversation at a time. 🔅 Podcast Notes | 逐字稿＋學習筆記 🔅 Buy us a coffee｜贊助我們一杯咖啡 🔅 Leave a comment | 留言給我 🔅 Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Website 🔅 Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Instagram 🔅 Learn Chinese with us | 跟我們學中文 Powered by Firstory Hosting

Ordering drinks in Taiwan can feel overwhelming — so many teas, toppings, sugar levels, and ice options. In this episode, Mindy and Joeru break it down step by step and show you how locals actually order drinks, starting from one simple sentence and building up naturally. 📘 Podcast Notes Full transcripts and structured study support to help you turn listening into real learning. Now Available here: https://ko-fi.com/bitesizechinese 🎯 Today’s Topic: How to order drinks in Mandarin, from tea names to toppings, sugar, and ice 🗝 Key Sentence: 我要一杯紅茶拿鐵。(Wǒ yào yì bēi hóngchá nátié.) - I want a cup of fresh milk tea. 🗣 Listener Challenge: Can you decode this popular “drink code”: 珍奶微微? 🍰 About Bitesize Basics 🍰 Welcome to 𝗕𝗶𝘁𝗲𝘀𝗶𝘇𝗲 𝗕𝗮𝘀𝗶𝗰𝘀 — a podcast series for beginner Mandarin learners (A1)! Each episode teaches one useful grammar point or vocabulary set through fun, practical conversations. Learn with Mindy and Joeru and build your Mandarin step by step! 🔅 Podcast Notes | 逐字稿＋學習筆記 🔅 Buy us a coffee｜贊助我們一杯咖啡 🔅 Leave a comment | 留言給我 🔅 Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Website 🔅 Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Instagram 🔅 Learn Chinese with us | 跟我們學中文 Powered by Firstory Hosting

Setting a study plan sounds simple — but why do so many learners end up feeling stressed, bored, or stuck? In this episode, Mindy and Joeru talk about how to 制定學習計畫 (set a study plan) in a way that’s realistic, flexible, and actually sustainable. From exam preparation experiences to language learning routines, we break down what works, what doesn’t, and why copying other people’s methods often backfires. 📘 Podcast Notes Full transcripts and structured study support to help you turn listening into real learning. Now Available here: https://ko-fi.com/bitesizechinese 🎯 In this episode, we cover: – What 「制定」 really means in Mandarin (安排 / 設計 + 決定) – Common mistakes in learning plans (too big, too ideal, too strict) – Why motivation fades — and how planning can help – How to build a study plan that fits your time, energy, and resources – The “take a bite” philosophy behind 一口中文 🗣 Listener Challenge: 你 2026 年想設定的一個學習目標是什麼？這個星期，你可以先做哪一個小小、可行的行動？ What’s one learning goal you want to set for 2026 — and what’s one small, realistic step you can take this week? 🎙️ The Bitesize Chinese Podcast helps you bridge the gap between classroom Mandarin and how people actually speak — with all the quirks, slang, and culture that come with it. Each bi-weekly episode is a bite-sized challenge designed to stretch your skills and bring you from intermediate to almost advanced — one conversation at a time. Tune in, take a bite, and keep growing with us! 🎧💬 🔅 Podcast Notes | 逐字稿＋學習筆記 🔅 Buy us a coffee｜贊助我們一杯咖啡 🔅 Leave a comment | 留言給我 🔅 Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Website 🔅 Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Instagram 🔅 Learn Chinese with us | 跟我們學中文 Powered by Firstory Hosting

New year, new habits! ✨ In this episode, Mindy and Joeru dive into one of the most practical topics for the start of 2026 — how to talk about the habits you want to build and the habits you want to quit in Mandarin. From classics like “sleep early, wake early” to deeper lifestyle changes like 記帳、投資理財、斷捨離, you’ll learn natural patterns you can use right away. 📘 Podcast Notes Full transcripts and structured study support to help you turn listening into real learning. Now Available here: https://ko-fi.com/bitesizechinese 🎯Today’s Topic: How to express good and bad habits in Mandarin 🗝Key Patterns: 養成～的好習慣 (yǎngchéng ~ de hǎo xíguàn) — to build a good habit 戒掉～的壞習慣 (jièdiào ~ de huài xíguàn) — to quit a bad habit 🗣Listener Challenge: 今年你想養成什麼好習慣？想戒掉什麼壞習慣？ What’s one habit you want to start — or one you want to stop — in 2026? Make a sentence using today’s patterns and tag us on Instagram @bitesize.chinese so we can cheer you on! 🍰 About Bitesize Basics 🍰 Welcome to 𝗕𝗶𝘁𝗲𝘀𝗶𝘇𝗲 𝗕𝗮𝘀𝗶𝗰𝘀 — a podcast series for beginner Mandarin learners (A1)! Each episode teaches one useful grammar point or vocabulary set through fun, practical conversations. Learn with Mindy and Joeru and build your Mandarin step by step! 🔅 Podcast Notes | 逐字稿＋學習筆記 🔅 Buy us a coffee｜贊助我們一杯咖啡 🔅 Leave a comment | 留言給我 🔅 Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Website 🔅 Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Instagram 🔅 Learn Chinese with us | 跟我們學中文 Powered by Firstory Hosting

In this first episode of Bitesize News, Joeru and Amber break down a shocking rise in bear attacks across Japan — a record-high number of injuries and deaths that is now affecting autumn travel, local safety, and national policy. 本集討論今年日本「熊害事件」為何創新高、背後的環境因素、政府的因應措施，以及你在賞楓、登山或滑雪時應該知道的安全指南。 News source:《遠見》GVM, 2025/11/05, 陳育晟 (https://www.gvm.com.tw/article/125373) 📘 Podcast Notes Full transcripts and structured study support to help you turn listening into real learning. Now Available here: https://ko-fi.com/bitesizechinese 🎯 In this episode, we cover: – 今年日本熊害事件為何創下史上新高 (Why bear attacks in Japan hit a historic high this year) – 氣候變暖與棲地破壞如何導致熊頻繁下山 (How climate & habitat loss pushed bears closer to humans) – 政府出動自衛隊，社會對「撲殺 vs 生態修復」的討論 (Government response: Self-Defense Forces and public debate) – 賞楓、登山、滑雪等旅遊活動的防熊自保指南 (Safety guidelines for travelers during autumn & winter activities) 🌏 Bitesize News series brings you real-world Mandarin through one timely story every two weeks. Our hosts break down the headlines in clear, structured Chinese, helping B2–C1 learners build advanced listening skills while staying informed. Stay curious — and let the Bitesize Chinese newsroom become your Mandarin classroom. ✨ 🔅 Podcast Notes | 逐字稿＋學習筆記 🔅 Buy us a coffee｜贊助我們一杯咖啡 🔅 Leave a comment | 留言給我 🔅 Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Website 🔅 Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Instagram 🔅 Learn Chinese with us | 跟我們學中文 Powered by Firstory Hosting

New Year’s Eve in Taiwan is more than just a countdown. In this episode, Joeru talks about what 「跨年」 really means, how it’s different from 「過年」, and why the countdown near 台北101 is such a big thing. From fireworks and concerts to staying in with friends, this episode shares real-life Mandarin you’ll actually hear around New Year’s. 📘 Podcast Notes Full transcripts and structured study support to help you turn listening into real learning. Now Available here: https://ko-fi.com/bitesizechinese 🎯 In this episode, you’ll learn: – What 「跨年」 means, and how it’s different from 「過年」 – Why January 1st (元旦) makes late-night celebrations easier in Taiwan – What happens at Taiwan’s famous New Year’s Eve countdown events – Common, everyday ways people celebrate if they don’t like big crowds 🗣 Listener Challenge: 你打算怎麼慶祝呢？你們國家有沒有特別的跨年活動？ How are you planning to celebrate? Are there any special New Year’s traditions in your country? ☕️ About Bitesize Talks: Welcome to ☕️ 𝗕𝗶𝘁𝗲𝘀𝗶𝘇𝗲 𝗧𝗮𝗹𝗸𝘀 ☕️ — a podcast series designed for A1–A2 level Mandarin learners who want a bit more challenge! Join Mindy and Joeru as they share casual, real-life stories in natural Mandarin, helping you grow your confidence one conversation at a time. 🔅 Podcast Notes | 逐字稿＋學習筆記 🔅 Buy us a coffee｜贊助我們一杯咖啡 🔅 Leave a comment | 留言給我 🔅 Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Website 🔅 Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Instagram 🔅 Learn Chinese with us | 跟我們學中文 Powered by Firstory Hosting

Ready to set your New Year goals—in Mandarin? ✨ In this episode, Mindy and Joeru walk you through five essential patterns for expressing wishes, plans, and intentions. From light ideas to firm commitments, you’ll learn how Mandarin subtly changes depending on how serious you are about your goals. Perfect for starting 2026 with clarity and confidence! 📘 Podcast Notes Full transcripts and structured study support to help you turn listening into real learning. Now Available here: https://ko-fi.com/bitesizechinese 🎯 Today’s Topic How to express New Year wishes, hopes, plans, and decisions in natural Mandarin 🗝 Key Sentence 我希望明年可以賺大錢！(Wǒ xīwàng míngnián kěyǐ zhuàn dàqián!) I hope I can make lots of money next year! 🗣 Listener Challenge 明年的你，想做什麼？希望什麼？打算什麼？ What’s one intention you have for 2026? Try making a sentence using 我想 / 我希望 / 我打算 / 我計劃 / 我決定, and tag us on Instagram @bitesize.chinese! 🍰 About Bitesize Basics 🍰 Welcome to 𝗕𝗶𝘁𝗲𝘀𝗶𝘇𝗲 𝗕𝗮𝘀𝗶𝗰𝘀 — a podcast series for beginner Mandarin learners (A1)! Each episode teaches one useful grammar point or vocabulary set through fun, practical conversations. Learn with Mindy and Joeru and build your Mandarin step by step! 🔅 Podcast Notes | 逐字稿＋學習筆記 🔅 Buy us a coffee｜贊助我們一杯咖啡 🔅 Leave a comment | 留言給我 🔅 Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Website 🔅 Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Instagram 🔅 Learn Chinese with us | 跟我們學中文 Powered by Firstory Hosting

Why do Taiwanese people love 冷笑話 so much? In this episode, Mindy and Joeru break down the world of Chinese “cold jokes” — the jokes that make you question your life choices… and then laugh anyway. From simple Q&A riddles to Taiwan’s signature 諧音哏 (sound-based puns), you’ll learn how these jokes work, why they’re everywhere, and how to catch the hidden punchline like a local. 📘 Podcast Notes Full transcripts and structured study support to help you turn listening into real learning. Now Available here: https://ko-fi.com/bitesizechinese 🎯 In this episode, you’ll learn: – What “冷笑話” originally meant and how the meaning changed – Why Taiwan LOVES sound-based puns (諧音哏) – Examples of classic cold jokes you’ll hear on drink covers, menus, and even shop names – How to recognize & enjoy 諧音哏 in daily life 🗣 Listener Challenge: Tell us the best (or worst!) 冷笑話 you’ve ever heard — or try making your own 諧音哏! Tag us on Instagram @bitesize.chinese so we can laugh (or cringe) with you 😂 🎙️ The Bitesize Chinese Podcast helps you bridge the gap between classroom Mandarin and how people actually speak — with all the quirks, slang, and culture that come with it. Each bi-weekly episode is a bite-sized challenge designed to stretch your skills and bring you from intermediate to almost advanced — one conversation at a time. Tune in, take a bite, and keep growing with us! 🎧💬 🔅 Podcast Notes | 逐字稿＋學習筆記 🔅 Buy us a coffee｜贊助我們一杯咖啡 🔅 Leave a comment | 留言給我 🔅 Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Website 🔅 Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Instagram 🔅 Learn Chinese with us | 跟我們學中文 Powered by Firstory Hosting

Feeling chilly lately? ❄️ In this episode, Mindy and Joeru teach you how to say “It’s cold” in Mandarin — from the simple 很冷 (hěn lěng) to fun, expressive phrases like 冷死了！(lěng sǐ le!) and 冷得要命！(lěng de yàomìng!). You’ll also learn how “cold” can describe not just the weather, but even a bad joke — the famous 冷笑話 (lěng xiàohuà)! 📘 Podcast Notes Full transcripts and structured study support to help you turn listening into real learning. Now Available here: https://ko-fi.com/bitesizechinese 🎯 Today’s Topic: Ways to express “cold” in Mandarin and how Taiwanese people stay warm in winter 🗝 Key Sentence: 今天好冷喔！（Jīntiān hǎo lěng o!）– It’s so cold today! 🗣 Listener Challenge: 天氣冷的時候，你會做什麼？(Tiānqì lěng de shíhou, nǐ huì zuò shénme?) What do you usually do when it’s cold? Share your answer in our Instagram Story (you’ll find it in our “Listener Challenge” highlight!) 💛 🍰 About Bitesize Basics 🍰 Welcome to 𝗕𝗶𝘁𝗲𝘀𝗶𝘇𝗲 𝗕𝗮𝘀𝗶𝗰𝘀 — a podcast series for beginner Mandarin learners (A1)! Each episode teaches one useful grammar point or vocabulary set through fun, practical conversations. Learn with Mindy and Joeru and build your Mandarin step by step! 📱 Follow us on Instagram @bitesize.chinese for this week’s vocabulary recap and practice tips! 🔅 Podcast Notes | 逐字稿＋學習筆記 🔅 Buy us a coffee｜贊助我們一杯咖啡 🔅 Leave a comment | 留言給我 🔅 Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Website 🔅 Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Instagram 🔅 Learn Chinese with us | 跟我們學中文 Powered by Firstory Hosting

What temperature counts as “cold” in Taiwan? 🧣 In this episode, Mindy talks about how Taiwanese people define “cold” — and why locals start wearing puffy jackets and using hand warmers as soon as the temperature drops below 20°C! 📘 Podcast Notes Full transcripts and structured study support to help you turn listening into real learning. Now Available here: https://ko-fi.com/bitesizechinese In this episode, you’ll learn: – How “cold” feels different in a tropical, humid climate – Common winter habits and phrases you’ll hear in Taiwan – Why Taiwanese people say they’re afraid of wet cold, not dry cold 🗣 Listener Challenge: 你覺得幾度算冷？(Nǐ juéde jǐ dù suàn lěng?) What temperature counts as cold for you? Tell us your answer in our Instagram Story — and check out the “Listener Challenge” highlight to see how others answered! 💛 ☕️ About Bitesize Talks: Welcome to ☕️ 𝗕𝗶𝘁𝗲𝘀𝗶𝘇𝗲 𝗧𝗮𝗹𝗸𝘀 ☕️ — a podcast series designed for A1–A2 level Mandarin learners who want a bit more challenge! Join Mindy and Joeru as they share casual, real-life stories in natural Mandarin, helping you grow your confidence one conversation at a time. 🔅 Podcast Notes | 逐字稿＋學習筆記 🔅 Buy us a coffee｜贊助我們一杯咖啡 🔅 Leave a comment | 留言給我 🔅 Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Website 🔅 Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Instagram 🔅 Learn Chinese with us | 跟我們學中文 Powered by Firstory Hosting

Is it pouring or just a drizzle? 🌧️ In this episode, Mindy and Joeru teach you how to describe rainy weather in Mandarin — from light drizzle (下毛毛雨) to heavy downpour (下大雨) — and how to sound more natural using the pattern 雨下得～. You’ll also learn everyday words like 打雷, 閃電, 淋雨, and the funny expression 落湯雞 (“soaked like a wet chicken” 🐔). 📘 Podcast Notes Full transcripts and structured study support to help you turn listening into real learning. Now Available here: https://ko-fi.com/bitesizechinese 🎯 Today’s Topic: How to talk about rain and humid weather in Mandarin 🗝 Key Sentence: 雨下得很大！（Yǔ xià de hěn dà!） – It’s raining heavily! 🗣 Listener Challenge: 今天的天氣怎麼樣？你那裡下雨了嗎？ How’s the weather where you are today? Try using 「下雨」 or 「雨下得很大」 in your own sentence and tag us on Instagram @bitesize.chinese 🍰 About Bitesize Basics 🍰 Welcome to 𝗕𝗶𝘁𝗲𝘀𝗶𝘇𝗲 𝗕𝗮𝘀𝗶𝗰𝘀 — a podcast series for beginner Mandarin learners (A1)! Each episode teaches one useful grammar point or vocabulary set through fun, practical conversations. Learn with Mindy and Joeru and build your Mandarin step by step! 🔅 Podcast Notes | 逐字稿＋學習筆記 🔅 Buy us a coffee｜贊助我們一杯咖啡 🔅 Leave a comment | 留言給我 🔅 Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Website 🔅 Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Instagram 🔅 Learn Chinese with us | 跟我們學中文 Powered by Firstory Hosting

養大一個孩子需要全村之力，照顧老人也需要整個社會同行，在變老的路上，伊甸希望能成為長輩和照顧者的夥伴。從日間照顧、居家服務到家庭照顧者支持者服務，邀你和伊甸一起用愛，讓長輩們可以安心、放心、開心生活。 https://fstry.pse.is/8laj98 —— 以上為 Firstory Podcast 廣告 —— In this episode, Mindy and Joeru dive into Taiwanese dining etiquette — from waiting for elders to start eating, to using public chopsticks, to why you should never stick your chopsticks straight into your rice. They also compare how dining culture in Taiwan differs from Western table manners — where everyone has their own plate and sticking to utensil order matters! 📘 Podcast Notes Full transcripts and structured study support to help you turn listening into real learning. Now Available here: https://ko-fi.com/bitesizechinese In this episode, we cover: – Common do’s and don’ts at a Taiwanese dinner table (like waiting for elders and not making chewing sounds) – Why sharing dishes (合菜) reflects Taiwan’s community values – Key differences between Western “individual dining” and Taiwan’s “shared dining” – How the idea of not wasting food leads to Taiwan’s strong “打包 culture” – Personal stories and cross-cultural surprises from both hosts 🗣 Listener Challenge: Next time you eat with Taiwanese friends, try noticing one table manner that feels different from your culture. Share your experience or sentence in Mandarin and tag us @bitesize.chinese — we’d love to hear your thoughts! 🎙️ The Bitesize Chinese Podcast helps you bridge the gap between classroom Mandarin and how people actually speak — with all the quirks, slang, and culture that come with it. Each bi-weekly episode is a bite-sized challenge designed to stretch your skills and bring you from intermediate to almost advanced — one conversation at a time. Tune in, take a bite, and keep growing with us! 🎧💬 🔅 Podcast Notes | 逐字稿＋學習筆記 🔅 Buy us a coffee｜贊助我們一杯咖啡 🔅 Leave a comment | 留言給我 🔅 Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Website 🔅 Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Instagram 🔅 Learn Chinese with us | 跟我們學中文 Powered by Firstory Hosting

Sharing dishes is a big part of Taiwanese food culture — whether you’re eating with friends, family, or colleagues. In this episode, Mindy and Joeru teach you the most useful verbs and polite phrases you’ll hear at a family-style table, plus how to ask others to help serve you in a natural, Taiwanese way. 📘 Podcast Notes Full transcripts and structured study support to help you turn listening into real learning. Now Available here: https://ko-fi.com/bitesizechinese 🎯 Today’s Topic: Common verbs and polite phrases used when eating family-style in Mandarin 🗝 Key Sentence: 請幫我夾菜。（Qǐng bāng wǒ jiá cài。）– Please help me get some food 🗣 Listener Challenge: Use 我幫你／請幫我 + action to describe something you would say during a shared meal. Example: 我幫你盛飯 / 請幫我倒茶. Share your sentence with us on Instagram @bitesize.chinese! 🍽️💛 🍰 About Bitesize Basics 🍰 Welcome to 𝗕𝗶𝘁𝗲𝘀𝗶𝘇𝗲 𝗕𝗮𝘀𝗶𝗰𝘀 — a podcast series for beginner Mandarin learners (A1)! Each episode teaches one useful grammar point or vocabulary set through fun, practical conversations. Learn with Mindy and Joeru and build your Mandarin step by step! 🔅 Podcast Notes | 逐字稿＋學習筆記 🔅 Buy us a coffee｜贊助我們一杯咖啡 🔅 Leave a comment | 留言給我 🔅 Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Website 🔅 Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Instagram 🔅 Learn Chinese with us | 跟我們學中文 Powered by Firstory Hosting

Did you know there are “rules” when eating in Taiwan? 🥢🍚 In this episode, Mindy talks about what’s considered polite — and impolite — at the Taiwanese dinner table. From how to hold your bowl and chopsticks, to sitting posture and when to use 公筷母匙 (public chopsticks and spoons), you’ll learn the habits that shape how people eat together in Taiwan. 📘 Podcast Notes Full transcripts and structured study support to help you turn listening into real learning. Now Available here: https://ko-fi.com/bitesizechinese In this episode, you’ll learn: – What “餐桌” (dining table) means in Mandarin – Chopstick rules: why you shouldn’t stick them in your rice or food – Proper posture and polite table behavior – How 合菜 (shared dining) changes dining etiquette – The meaning behind 公筷母匙 (public chopsticks and spoons) 🗣 Listener Challenge: What about your culture? Are the dining rules similar or totally different from Taiwan’s? Share your thoughts in Mandarin on Instagram and tag us @bitesize.chinese — we’d love to hear your stories! ☕️ About Bitesize Talks: Welcome to ☕️ 𝗕𝗶𝘁𝗲𝘀𝗶𝘇𝗲 𝗧𝗮𝗹𝗸𝘀 ☕️ — a podcast series designed for A1–A2 level Mandarin learners who want a bit more challenge! Join Mindy and Joeru as they share casual, real-life stories in natural Mandarin, helping you grow your confidence one conversation at a time. 🔅 Podcast Notes | 逐字稿＋學習筆記 🔅 Buy us a coffee｜贊助我們一杯咖啡 🔅 Leave a comment | 留言給我 🔅 Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Website 🔅 Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Instagram 🔅 Learn Chinese with us | 跟我們學中文 Powered by Firstory Hosting

How do you eat your meal — with chopsticks or a fork? 🥢🍴 In this episode, Mindy and Joeru explore the everyday Mandarin words for tableware — from chopsticks and spoons to plates, bowls, and cups. You’ll learn how to use the simple yet powerful pattern 用 + [餐具] + [動作] to describe what you do at the table in natural Mandarin. 📘 Podcast Notes Full transcripts and structured study support to help you turn listening into real learning. Now Available here: https://ko-fi.com/bitesizechinese 🎯 Today’s Topic: Common tableware words and how to say what you do with them 🗝 Key Sentence: 我用筷子夾菜。(Wǒ yòng kuàizi jiá cài.) – I use chopsticks to pick up food. 🗣 Listener Challenge: 你吃飯的時候，會用什麼餐具？ What tableware do you usually use when you eat? Try making one sentence in Mandarin — for example: 👉 我喜歡用筷子吃麵。(I like to use chopsticks to eat noodles.) 👉 我常用杯子喝咖啡。(I often use a cup to drink coffee.) Share your sentence on Instagram and tag us @bitesize.chinese! 🍰 About Bitesize Basics 🍰 Welcome to 𝗕𝗶𝘁𝗲𝘀𝗶𝘇𝗲 𝗕𝗮𝘀𝗶𝗰𝘀 — a podcast series for beginner Mandarin learners (A1)! Each episode teaches one useful grammar point or vocabulary set through fun, practical conversations. Learn with Mindy and Joeru and build your Mandarin step by step! 🔅 Podcast Notes | 逐字稿＋學習筆記 🔅 Buy us a coffee｜贊助我們一杯咖啡 🔅 Leave a comment | 留言給我 🔅 Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Website 🔅 Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Instagram 🔅 Learn Chinese with us | 跟我們學中文 Powered by Firstory Hosting

What’s it like to share an apartment with roommates? In this episode, Mindy and Joeru talk about 合租 hézū — shared renting, and what it’s like to live with other people under one roof. They discuss common rental types in Taiwan, like 套房 (studio) and 雅房 (shared room), and explore the real-life ups and downs of roommate life — from keeping shared spaces clean, splitting chores, to dealing with different personalities. You’ll also learn practical Mandarin for talking about conflicts, communication, and coordination — all essential topics if you live with others or want to describe your own living situation in Chinese! 📘 Podcast Notes Full transcripts and structured study support to help you turn listening into real learning. Now Available here: https://ko-fi.com/bitesizechinese In this episode, you’ll learn: – Vocabulary for describing rental types and roommate relationships – How to talk about house chores, habits, and shared spaces – Useful expressions for conflicts, communication, and compromise 🗣 Listener Challenge: What kind of roommate are you — quiet, tidy, or messy? Describe your ideal roommate in Mandarin and tell us on Instagram @bitesize.chinese! 🎙️ The Bitesize Chinese Podcast helps you bridge the gap between classroom Mandarin and how people actually speak — with all the quirks, slang, and culture that come with it. Each bi-weekly episode is a bite-sized challenge designed to stretch your skills and bring you from intermediate to almost advanced — one conversation at a time. Tune in, take a bite, and keep growing with us! 🎧💬 🔅 Podcast Notes | 逐字稿＋學習筆記 🔅 Buy us a coffee｜贊助我們一杯咖啡 🔅 Leave a comment | 留言給我 🔅 Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Website 🔅 Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Instagram 🔅 Learn Chinese with us | 跟我們學中文 Powered by Firstory Hosting

Looking for a place to live in Taiwan? 🏠 In this week’s episode, Mindy and Joeru chat about how to describe your apartment in Mandarin — from cozy studios and shared rooms to words you’ll need when signing a lease. From 套房 to 房東, this episode covers all the essential words you’ll need when renting in Taiwan — including what 頂樓加蓋 really means. 🎯 Today’s Topic: Real-life Mandarin for describing apartments 🗝 Key Sentence: 我租了一間套房。(Wǒ zū le yì jiān tào fáng.) — I rented a studio. 🗣 Listener Challenge: Which kind of apartment sounds most like you? Try saying it in Mandarin and share it with us @bitesize.chinese! 🍰 About Bitesize Basics 🍰 Welcome to 𝗕𝗶𝘁𝗲𝘀𝗶𝘇𝗲 𝗕𝗮𝘀𝗶𝗰𝘀 — a podcast series for beginner Mandarin learners (A1)! Each episode teaches one useful grammar point or vocabulary set through fun, practical conversations. Learn with Mindy and Joeru and build your Mandarin step by step! 📱 Follow us on Instagram @bitesize.chinese for this week’s vocabulary recap and practice tips! 🔅 Buy us a coffee｜贊助我們一杯咖啡 🔅 Leave a comment | 留言給我 🪷 Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Website 🪷 Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Instagram 🪷 Learn Chinese with us | 跟我們學中文 Powered by Firstory Hosting