Category: Chinese Culture
Mental resilience in Shanghai for Expats ie. Culture Shock and Coping 101 (Part 2)
I hope this blog acts as a guide for those living in Shanghai who don’t know where to start.
10 Most Frequently-used Chinese Measure Words
As a Chinese English-language-learner, I was trying to find a measure word subconsciously. Few English nouns require measure words, and literally every Mandarin noun needs a measure word.
3 Fantastic Gifts to Bring Back Home from China – Full of Tradition and Creativity!
Read on to see 3 fantastic gifts “HongGuan” would surprise you with love and creativity.
3 Myths about Tai Chi – Busted!
Like many, my knowledge of Tai Chi is limited to the idea that it’s a slow sport for elderly people, usually men who like to get up early and practice in parks. You’ve seen them around Shanghai too right? Maybe even back home in your country? A recent Tai Chi workshop at Mandarin Inn surprised […]
3 Expat Hacks: Making the Most of Your Time in Shanghai
I’ve met so many expats over the years with all different types of stories; English teachers, corporate expats or partners who joined their loved ones, to name a few. Having lived overseas myself (St Louis, Illinois), I recall being ever so busy and not really putting myself out there to enrich my experience the way […]
The Fundamentals of Chinese New Year
Chinese New Year is the most important festival in Chinese culture. It is celebrated on the new moon of the first month according to the lunar calendar and is a time for family reunions and scrumptious feasts. While Chinese New Year is celebrated in Asian countries like China and Singapore, it is also celebrated in Chinatowns spanning New York City to San Francisco. Take the time to learn about traditions and how to wish others a happy new year in Chinese so that you can also partake in Chinese New Year festivities wherever you are in the world.
Chinese Traditions and Etiquette Tips
Learning proper Chinese etiquette takes time and practice. The most important thing to remember is to smile, be sincere, and open-minded. The ability to go with the flow and be patient is essential. The following are some Chinese traditions and etiquette tips.
My 10 Favorite Chinese Idioms and Sayings
Mandarin is a wonderful and interesting language to learn. I personally derive a lot of joy from learning Chinese idioms and sayings. Just like our English sayings and idioms, the Mandarin ones are packed full of meaning. I have put together a list of ten of my most favorites:
A Brief History Surrounding the Mandarin Inn Building
Our school lies on the corner of Huating (华亭路) and Huaihai Middle Road (淮海中路).
Arvin’s Talk (2017001): Marc from the U.K.(2)
Marc 来自英国。 从2016年开始在Mandairn Inn学习中文。这位从曼切斯特来的小伙子在韩国和中国都工作过。目前，他正在为一个国际教育项目在中国工作。让我们通过访谈，看看他对于中国的生活，人，语言以及国际教育有什么独到的看法...