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Jul 2024
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Upper-intermediate | No Spring, No Weddi...

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Today's ChinesePod lesson focuses on a cultural belief held in China regarding years in which there is no spring. Confused? Well, you'll just have to check out today's lesson to find out what could cause such a thing! You'll also find out why it's not prudent to marry in a year in which spring has been 'skipped.' Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/1350

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