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Apr 2025
11m 9s

Newbie | Asking the Time

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In bustling cities like Shanghai and Beijing, there's always something happening, and sometimes even according to schedule. Knowing what time it is will always be something you need to ask early on, as well as knowing how good your timing is. Learn the essential Chinese words and phrases in this lesson. Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/1644

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