老外在天朝 | Bridging Cultures Through Francisca’s Mandarin Journey

Mandarin Inn Mandarin lnn对外汉语中心 引言:作为一名远离家乡的智利律师,Francisca将生活在上海的机会转化为一次学习普通话的全新冒险。从满分通过HSK1到即将挑战HSK2,她的故事展现了语言学习的坚持与乐趣。通过课堂学习与日常生活实践,她不仅掌握了新的语言技能,还更深刻地理解了中国文化。Francisca相信,普通话不仅是融入当地生活的桥梁,更是丰富个人和职业发展的重要资产。让我们一起走进她的中文学习之旅,感受跨越语言和文化的成就与意义! Introduction: As a Chilean lawyer living far from home, Francisca turned her opportunity to live in Shanghai into a new adventure of learning Mandarin. From achieving a perfect score on HSK1 to preparing for HSK2, her story reflects the persistence and joy in language learning. Through classroom lessons and daily practice, […]

老外在天朝 | Share Leti’s Learning Journey and Insights on Mandarin

Mandarin Inn Mandarin lnn对外汉语中心 引言:‍‍‍‍‍‍‍‍‍在学习中文的过程中,每个人都会遇到不同的挑战和收获。对于很多人来说,掌握一门新语言不仅仅是学习词汇和语法,更是一种深入了解文化和日常生活的过程。Leti,来自西班牙的朋友,分享了她在中国学习中文的经历,以及她如何通过日常交流不断提升自己。以下是她的采访内容,讲述了她的学习心得和体会。 Introduction:Learning Mandarin is a journey full of unique experiences and challenges. For many, it’s not just about mastering vocabulary and grammar, but also about immersing oneself in the culture and daily life. Leti, a friend from Spain, shares her experiences of learning Mandarin in China and how she continuously improves through […]

老外在天朝 | Lisette from Chile Shares Her Story of Learning Chinese

Mandarin Inn Mandarin lnn对外汉语中心 引言:‍‍‍‍‍‍‍‍‍在本期访谈中,我们很高兴邀请到来自智利的Lisette,她在一家锂矿公司担任销售分析经理。Lisette与我们分享了她在中国的生活与学习经历。她认为,一门新的语言不仅是交流的工具,也是理解文化的钥匙。尽管学习中文的过程充满挑战,但她的坚持不懈为她带来了宝贵的回报。让我们一起来听听她的故事吧!IntroductionIn this interview, we are delighted to welcome Lisette from Chile, a Sales Analysis Manager at a lithium mining company, who shares her experiences living and learning in China. For Lisette, learning a new language is not only a tool for communication but also a key to understanding culture. Though her Mandarin […]

Event Recap|Fun,Immersive Chinese Study Tour for Thai Students

Mandarin Inn Mandarin lnn对外汉语中心 From October 17th to October 21st, Mandarin Inn had the pleasure of hosting a group of 30 primary and secondary school students from an international school in Thailand. In the mornings, the students attended Chinese language classes at Mandarin Inn, while in the afternoons, they explored famous landmarks around Shanghai. Over the […]

老外在天朝 | Story of a Game company Executive Learning Chinese

Mandarin Inn Mandarin lnn对外汉语中心 引言: 在本期访谈中,我们高兴地邀请到 Julien,这位来自法国就职于游戏公司的高管,与我们分享了很多他与中国结缘的故事,无论是在中国工作还是生活,都能收获到很多有趣的体验,就如同学习中文一样,他觉得学习一门语言重在习惯和持续不断地努力,这和我们中国文化中经常提及的“贵在坚持”不谋而合。让我们一起来听听他的学习经历吧! Introduction: In this episode, we are pleased to have Julien, an executive from a game company and a native of France, join us to share many of his stories about connecting with China. Whether it’s working or living in China, he has gained many interesting experiences, much like his […]

Daily Chinese | Huānyíng guānglín! 欢迎光临

Mandarin Inn Mandarin lnn对外汉语中心 When visiting a convenience store in China, you’ll often find yourself interacting with store clerks, whether you’re asking for help, paying for items, or just making small talk. In this guide, we’ll explore useful phrases, cultural insights, and practical examples to help you feel more confident during these interactions.   Useful Vocabulary   […]

Daily Chinese | Unlocking the Secrets of Chinese Internet Slang

Chinese internet slang is a dynamic part of modern culture that reflects changes in society and technology. Here are 5 of the most interesting examples of internet slang in Chinese, which will help you better understand Chinese culture and language. 1. 呵呵 (hēhē) Translation: Hehe   Meaning: Sarcastic or ironic laughter. Often used to express dissatisfaction or disdain.   Example: […]

Preparation Before Xmas: Are You Ready for These Mandarin Words?

Get ready for a Shanghai Christmas with Mandarin Inn. Learn key Mandarin phrases for the festive season and celebrate with confidence. Are you ready to shine?

Biz Mandarin Mastery: 5 Key Phrases for Year-End Summaries!

Unlock the essential Mandarin vocabulary for business reporting with Mandarin Inn. Master terms like “年终, 总结, 报告, 成就, 计划” to excel in your year-end summaries and plans.

Navigate Around The City Like The Locals

Do you know that 22nd of September is marked as World Car-Free Day (世界无车日shì jiè wú chē rì)? This day is celebrated to encourage people to reduce the use of private cars and instead use alternative forms of transportation such as walking, cycling, or using public transport. As of 2023, there are more than 4 million cars mobilizing across Shanghai, causing […]