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Jun 19
11m 37s

How to use language exchange to level up...

Mi Kai
About this episode

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My Discord server: https://discord.gg/b9PAyKwT9p


My blog: imlearningmandarin.com

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In this episode, I share my personal experiences and practical tips on how to use language exchange to supercharge your Mandarin speaking skills.

I talk about:

  • When I think it's best to start looking for a language exchange partner.

  • Where I’ve had the most success finding partners.

  • How I structure my sessions using a simple Green, Amber, Red system to match different stages of learning

If you're looking to build real fluency through conversation, this one's for you. Don’t forget to check out the I'm Learning Mandarin Discord server — a growing community of nearly 400 learners supporting each other on the road to fluency!


https://discord.gg/b9PAyKwT9p

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