Newbie | Catch the Train

No, Boxing Day has nothing to do with the big fight on Pay-Per-View. It's that semi-mystical holiday celebrated by the loyal subjects of the queen. Apparently it's all about shopping? If you have any idea what we're talking about, let's convert the idea into Chinese in this lesso ... Show More

If you intend to claim something as an expense in China, you need an "official receipt" (AKA "fapiao"). So don't just fight over the bill -- make sure you get this government-issued scrap of paper to make it official. Learn the magic words in this Chinese lesson. Episode link: ht ... Show More

You've had a long day and finally arrive at your hotel, ready for some much needed R&R. But alas, the room you desire isn't available! What is to be done? Today's unlucky traveler finds himself in such a predicament. Be sure to listen in and learn about different room types in to ... Show More

<p>There is no greater social environment than a crowded Chinese train. You may think you&#39;re the shy sort, but after the first 24 hours with 36 to go, you&#39;ll be grateful for the five watermelon seed-cracking drinking buddy card players lounging with you on your bed. In th ... Show More

If you've ever been late catching a train you'll know the anxiety that sets in when that very train starts boarding - and you're still stuck in the security line! In today's lesson we'll be discussing one approach for making sure you get on that train. Episode link: https://www.c ... Show More

<p>In this lesson of Coffee Break Chinese you'll be learning about train travel in China. You'll learn to book your tickets in advance and request the particular type of ticket and seat you require. There's also a cultural segment about travel in China.</p><br><p>This season of C ... Show More

Are you planning or considering taking a trip by train? Do you want to avoid having to deal with parking and traffic? In today's podcast, we're going to get you to the train station - on time. All aboard for today's lesson, where we teach important vocabulary and expressions deal ... Show More

Hey amigos, let's learn some train related idioms (expressions). Listen till the end as you'll get to practice these expressions with the 'Repeat After Me segment.' Enjoy today's episode! Also, check out my YouTube Channel here: www.youtube.com/channel/UCd-97FNYxvF7yvbllwBaEiw ... Show More

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