Tag: Speak Chinese
老外在天朝 | From Conquering Peaks to Mastering Mandarin
引言： 在这次采访中，我们有幸与Shima分享她的故事，了解她如何通过学习中文来更好地融入上海的生活。作为一名来自伊朗的职业登山者，Shima不仅挑战高峰，也在语言学习上不断突破自己。她对中文的学习充满热情，并且在忙碌的日常生活中始终坚持学习，为自己创造了更多了解中国文化的机会。Shima的故事不仅是个人奋斗的象征，更是对自我挑战和持续成长的真实写照。 Introduction: In this interview, we are fortunate to hear Shima’s story and learn how she is integrating herself into life in Shanghai through learning Chinese. As a professional mountain climber from Iran, Shima not only conquers peaks but also constantly challenges herself in language learning. Her passion for Mandarin and her commitment to […]
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 […]
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 […]
MI 教师访谈｜追寻自己的人生道路
这一次的访谈，我们在Mandarin Inn的教师——Vita，会分享给我们她作为对外汉语教师的经验。让我们来看看今天的访谈内容吧！ 我小时候喜欢看“汉语桥”，从那时起就一直有一个教外国人说中文的梦想。于是在本科毕业前，我毅然决然地选择了跨专业到汉语国际教育攻读研究生。我研究生三年是在华东师范大学度过的。读书期间，我曾在上海的国际学校做过中文部实习教师，也参加过很多线上中文教学项目，教过来自英国、瑞士、瑞典、厄瓜多尔等不同国家不同年龄的学生。
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 […]
Include These Activities on your Autumn To-Do-List!
It feels like just yesterday we were welcoming the warmth of spring, and now, in a blink of an eye （眨眼之间 zhǎ yǎn zhī jiān）, we are already entering the ninth month of 2023. Fall（秋天 qiū tiān） is approaching soon. You can witness the leaves turn golden as they fall to the ground, feel the air turn crisper, and enjoy the […]
How To Address Your Family Members Correctly in Chinese
In Chinese culture, the concept of the big family has always been a major topic. People respect elderly relatives and care for their young. Chinese people have a special day to show their love and comemmorate their loved ones who have passed away. 中元节 zhōng yuán jié falls on the 15th of the 7th month of the lunar calendar each year. During […]