Tag: Living in China
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.
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...
Why do Chinese people dress up their dogs?
“Of course, people dress up their dogs in China, they don’t do that in your home country?”
Fun Ways to Improve Your Mandarin
I have put together a few alternative ways that you could go about improving your Mandarin that is a little less conventional and definitely a lot more fun.
6 Chinese words related to Halloween
There are many activities and customs in Halloween. What do you know about this "鬼节guǐ jié (Ghosts' Festival)"? Do you know how to describe and express these things in Chinese?
6 Fun Facts About China’s National Day
Do you know which day is China’s National Day? What do Chinese people usually do on National Day? What is the connection between China's National Day and Golden Week? Here are six facts you need to know!
How to Ask Questions in Chinese
Step-by-Step Guide on Asking Questions in Chinese
How to say “Winter is coming” in Chinese?
Winter is coming! How many Chinese words about winter do you know? How do you use them? Let's learn more now!