
When native speakers lead you astray
You Can Learn Chinese
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Can I Speak Mandarin?
E has family in east asia and wants to be a foreign service officer. She says she was lucky that her parents were able to help her learn the language. But for those who can't speak chinese, there are many other ways of learning it. E: Language is more than just moving your mouth or being able to read characters. It's about understanding where those things come from.
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