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One of the most popular and expedient ways to shop in China is by ordering things online. But what do you do when there's a mix-up and the company delivers the wrong product? Find out how to resolve such issues in today's dialogue. Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/1787 

So you want to work in China. You've got everything lined up and just nailed a job interview. But what about your work visa? In today's lesson, listen in on how to ask your employers about getting a work visa and potential pitfalls one can encounter in the process, all in Mandari ... Show More

ChinesePod steps into the realm of gender politics by taking on the issue of 姐弟恋 (jiědìliàn), relationships between older women and younger men. Most women seem okay going for guys a few years younger with them if they're right one, but younger than that? Let the discussion begin ... Show More

<p>You&#39;ve just stepped out from the office when a frenzied pack of language students senses your presence and rushes over with English greetings. We&#39;ve all been there and know this is one of those things about China that can be both sweet as well as incredibly frustrating ... Show More

<p>When faced with the &#39;Do Chinese people really say ni hao ma or are they just succumbing to Englese&#39; quandary, here is a lesson you can use to circumvent these deep unanswerable how-are-you-dilemmas. An alternative greeting option in Mandarin. In this podcast, learn how ... Show More

<p>The Chinese terms for various relatives are a bit complicated. But don&#39;t worry, ChinesePod is here to help you learn them! In today&#39;s Mandarin lesson, start talking about your sons, daughters and other family members. Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/1293</p> 

<p>Writing classy lessons about bodily functions may be considered a difficult task by some. One lesson better left to the naughty neighborhood kids, perhaps. But, we at ChinesePod know that there are certain times where acting out what you are trying to get across in polite comp ... Show More

<p>In today's podcast we'll cover an integral part of Chinese manners - 'Seeing Someone Off'. Being able to not only see someone to the door, but politely refuse such offers in Mandarin is certainly a handy skill for those of you doing business in China, or trying to impress your ... Show More

<p>Now, due to being asked so many personal questions by nosy neighbors, we know you all were waiting for the lesson on &#39;none of your business.&#39; However, in addition to gossip, doing business in China is another great topic of conversation. Listen in to this podcast and l ... Show More

<p>When you're traveling in China, you may hear some pretty strange sounds. Today's podcast will teach you how ask "What's that sound?" in Mandarin. You may not get an answer, but at least you'll know how to ask! Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/1165</p> 

<p>No, it&#39;s not a lesson on CB radio lingo, good buddy. Rather, it&#39;s those pesky Chinese tones again. In this podcast, a Mandarin lesson to dissect the difference in sound between the perfect 10 and oft-maligned 4. Listen in, and you&#39;ll be blowing them away with the & ... Show More

<p>In this episode of Coffee Break Chinese you'll learn to say that you can speak a little Chinese. You'll also learn to talk about the other languages you speak, and to deal with language problems. By the end of the lesson you'll be able to ask people to speak more slowly, to re ... Show More