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Aug 2025
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Newbie | How Much is Your Car?

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You may know that the Chinese (especially the Shanghainese) are rather open about discussing prices. Housing prices are a conversation staple. But you may be surprised how much a car can set you back in modern China. Learn how to ask how much a car costs, and embrace the harsh financial realities of modern life in the PRC. Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/1880

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