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Oct 2024
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Elementary | Funny Rice

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Today we're looking at a classic Chinese joke. The Chinese language is full of homonyms, which we can use to humorous effect. Special note: today's joke is actually funnier as a Dada wordplay in English. Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/1167

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