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Apr 2025
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Elementary | Mailing a Package at the Po...

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Sending a package can be a bit intimidating in any language. The post office employee will ask you a number of questions about the contents of your package, the way you want to send it, and the options you have for its arrival. Check out today's ChinesePod lesson to prepare yourself for the next time you need to send a package and communicate these important details in Chinese! Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/1349

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