The “Nibble Old Group” and Other Notable 族s
Of course everyone would want free rent, free food, and free transportation… just not if it means living with your parents. We all know the person who is all grown up but still living at home. This...
View Article“Exploding Red”- Three Auspicious Uses of 红
In China, red is king. Used to describe everything from money and politics to modern internet memes and ancient artistic imagery, red is the undisputable national color of the Middle Kingdom. Today,...
View ArticleHey Zuckerberg: Learn these Chinese Idioms!
We all know Mark Zuckerberg is learning Chinese. Next time he is in China, we have some new idioms for him to practice. Whether it was overhyped, poorly executed, or even unnecessary, the consensus is...
View ArticlePizza in Beijing? Gotta Find the “Original Juice!”
Looking to find an authentic slice of NY style pizza in Beijing? How about some spicy Sichuan hot pot in London? When travelling internationally, there will always be foods, styles, art, and cultural...
View ArticleLessons in Learning Chinese: Nancy Zhang
In our eighth installment of our Lessons in Learning Chinese series, we’re happy to feature Nancy Zhang. In her own words- I am a rising senior at Vassar College pursuing a Bachelor of Arts degree in...
View ArticleAttention Bachelors- Describing Chinese Beauty
Good news for our single male readers- Chinese has dozens of fantastically descriptive terms and idioms describing feminine beauty. Next time you eligible bachelors out there spot a beautiful Chinese...
View ArticleLessons in Learning Chinese: Hamish Young
Next up in our Lessons in Learning Chinese series is Hamish Young. As an experienced Chinese translator, we thank him for sharing his unique insights with us! In his own words- I was tricked into...
View ArticleLessons in Learning Chinese: Benjamin Dickman
In the 10th (!) post of our Lessons in Learning Chinese series, we are thrilled to speak with Benjamin Dickman. In his own words: I’m originally from Brookline, Mass., and currently living in New York...
View ArticleChengyus for NBA Champion Lebron James
Lebron James and the Miami Heat won the NBA Championship. We’re guessing Lebron currently has other priorities outside of studying Chinese. We don’t! Let’s look today at three chengyu’s which are...
View ArticleLessons in Learning Chinese: Olle Linge
Next up in our Lessons in Learning Chinese series is Olle Linge. He is behind one of our absolute favorite blogs on learning Chinese, and we are thrilled to feature him! In his own words… I’ve been...
View ArticleHappy Nuts and Dumb Eggs: Foods with Personality
Do you ascribe a certain personality to any of the foods you eat? The way food-related terms appear in common vocabulary is another wonderful demonstration of the rich imagery ever present in Chinese....
View ArticleGoing with the Flow: Bandwagoners in Chinese
Are you a trendsetter, or a bandwagoner? Do you march to the beat of your own drum, or follow the herd? Whether it be sports allegiances, fashion choices, music tastes or other cultural trends, there...
View ArticleHot on Weibo: 7 Flimsiest Breakup Reasons
When summer-loving has run its course and it’s time to part ways, you’ll always remember the final words. If you have ever been dumped with the standard “it’s not you, it’s me”, take solace that it...
View ArticleLessons in Learning Chinese: Natasha Lutes
There are countless fascinating Chinese language learners out there, and we are honored to feature interviews with many of them here. Next up in our series is Natasha Lutes. In her own words, I’m 25,...
View ArticleNew Series: No Nonsense Newbie Tips!
With over 100 blog posts under our belt, we’ve decided to switch gears a bit. This past year, we’ve had a blast bringing you essential chengyus, advanced slang, hot on Weibo, Chinese learner...
View ArticleNo Nonsense Newbie Tips: 知道 vs 认识
For the first in our series No Nonsense Newbie Tips, let’s tackle the particularly thorny issue of 知道 (zhīdào) versus 认识 (rènshi). Both approximately hover around the English “to know”, but there are...
View ArticleLessons in Learning Chinese: Dan Jones
Next up in ourLessons in Learning Chinese series is experienced learner Dan Jones. Be sure to check out his blog here, where he posts lots of great photographs from China. In his own words: I’m from...
View ArticleHot on Weibo: The Anatomy of a “Winning” Character
What are five qualities a winner must possess? How could you represent them all in one character? A fascinating image circulated on Weibo this week. It is a great example of the profound and logical...
View Article3 Chengyus for New iPad Launch in China
Despite a glut of counterfeit products, Apple has been finding stunning success in China. Today, Apple looks to build on this success with the launch of the “New iPad” in China. Whether you are an...
View ArticleNo Nonsense Newbie Tips:想 vs. 觉得
In the next installment of our No Nonsense Newbie Tips, lets examine another important distinction long giving Chinese learners grief. Like “I know“, “I think” is one of the very first phrases learned...
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