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Introduction: Learning Mandarin doesn’t have to cost an arm and a leg. In fact, with a bit of creativity and resourcefulness, you can build a robust learning environment without breaking the bank. With a blend of free resources, strategic planning, and consistent practice, you can effectively learn Mandarin without spending a fortune. Here’s a comprehensive …
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When you’re just starting out learning Mandarin Chinese, remembering all the new vocabulary needed to pass the HSK 1 exam can seem daunting. On top of memorizing the characters, English meanings and proper pronunciations, you also need to recall which tone to use for each new word. The good news is that you can make …
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Introduction The HSK (Hanyu Shuiping Kaoshi) is China’s only standardized test for assessing the Chinese language proficiency of non-native speakers. As the test becomes more popular worldwide, more and more students are taking it to prove their Mandarin skills. Passing the HSK 2 demonstrates you have an elementary knowledge of Chinese. It tests your ability …
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Introduction Learning Mandarin Chinese is an exciting journey filled with new sounds, characters, and cultural insights. For beginners, the first hurdle is often mastering the pronunciation of tones in the Hanyu Shuiping Kaoshu (HSK) level 1 test. Mastering just a few key rules around tones can make a world of difference in how fluent you …
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Feeling intimidated by numbers in Mandarin? Fear not, language adventurer! Sure, whipping out your calculator or smartphone is easy enough, but don’t short shrift mastering numbers when learning Chinese. Solid number vocabulary not just enables basic counting and arithmetic competence, but unlocks clarifying prices or measurements, describing ages, telling time, recounting events in sequence, and …
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