Apr 5

Lesson 001. Basic Greetings in Mandarin Chinese.

There are several basic greetings in Mandarin Chinese. In this lesson you will learn how to greet people you meet for the first time and also people you have not seen for a long time. You can start learning Mandarin Chinese from this lesson! To download ALL 200+ lessons with full ... Show More

10m 5s

Apr 3

Lesson 002. Chinese Tones and Pronunciation.

Chinese musical tones convey differences in meaning. In this lesson I will teach you how to pronounce them correctly. You can practice Chinese pronunciation with me. Don’t worry, I guarantee, with my lessons you will master your Chinese pronunciation and tones very well. In order ... Show More

4m 22s

Apr 2

Lesson 003. More Greetings and Expressing Needs in Chinese.

More greetings and expressing basic needs in Chinese. Learn how to say ‘I want…’ or ‘I don’t want’ and a lot more! In order to download all 200+ lessons with full PDF transcripts and worksheets, please become a registered user.

15m 27s

Aug 2025

Newbie | Making Introductions

If you know "ni hao," you're ready to start networking in the Middle Kingdom. This lesson will equip you with a few more phrases to assist in Chinese introductions. But remember: you're no one if you don't have a "name card," so have yours ready! Episode link: https://www.chinese ... Show More

14m 7s

Jan 2025

Newbie | What's Your Surname?

Introductions are a great way to start studying Chinese. You can't become friends with someone until you know their name. In today's Mandarin lesson, learn how to introduce yourself. Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/1181

12m 39s

Aug 2024

Newbie | Introducing a Friend

First impressions. Intent stares. Is he sizing up the map of your face--determining your future wealth, lack of it, sexual prowess, eyebrow hair luck factor? Or is he just trying to decipher your nin hao? In this lesson, get introduced to your friend's father, and learn th ... Show More

12m 39s

Jul 2025

Speak Lesson 64 | Meeting New People

In this lesson, we learn some more expressions we can use when meeting new people and a new expression related to tārof.

26m 2s

May 2025

Newbie | Business Cards

Business cards. In China they’re handed out for any and every reason… but what do you say when you get one? “Thanks” might seem a little bland, but then again, “WOW! You’ve such fine taste in paper!” might be a bit over the top. So then what? Better find out; you’ll be doing it a ... Show More

14m 5s

Aug 2025

Newbie | Come In, Please

It's easy to make friends in China, and before you know it you'll be getting invited over to new friends' houses and inviting your friends over to yours. Today's ChinesePod lesson will teach you the basics of at-the-door pleasantries that you'll exchange when you arrive. Episode ... Show More

14 m

Jun 2023

Pre-intermediate | Coffee Break Series: How to be Deliberately Vague, Part 2

In today's lesson, we will learn some useful Chinese Language techniques. You will learn to understand "ways of gentility", which is often seen in a Chinese work environment. Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/4518

7m 7s

May 2023

Pre-intermediate | Coffee Break Series - How to Make Small Talk

In China, having a meal with clients is not just eating. Everything is related to the business. That's why learning table manners is so important. In this lesson, we’re going to learn how to make small talk. Let's get started! Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/4 ... Show More

10m 18s

Aug 2007

Lesson 1 - Discover Spanish

This lesson covers greeting people and asking and saying your name.

8m 49s

Jan 2025

Newbie | Student or Teacher?

If you're reading this, you're most likely studying Mandarin. You need to learn how to talk about yourself and your teachers. In today's lesson, learn how to explain in Chinese that you're a student. Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/1182

11m 56s

Lesson 010. Meeting New People. Business...