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Nov 2023
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#347 - Celebrating Gratitude | Bilingual...

MANDARIN MONKEY
About this episode
Welcome to a special episode of the Mandarin Monkey podcast, where we blend the fun of learning Mandarin with the joy of gratitude! In this episode, we take a delightful detour from our usual Mandarin lessons to discuss what makes us truly grateful. Join us as we share hilarious personal stories, sprinkle in some Mandarin phrases related to gratitude, and explore how acknowledging the little things can make a big difference in our language journey and life. Whether it's the thrill of nailing a new Mandarin phrase, the warmth of family laughter, or the simple pleasure of a good cup of tea, we cover it all with our trademark humor and light-heartedness. This episode isn't just about improving your Mandarin; it's about enriching your life with gratitude and laughter. Tune in for an episode full of language learning tips, fun, and heartfelt moments that will leave you smiling and motivated in your Mandarin learning adventure!

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