Insights from a lifelong Mandarin learner

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Jul 10, 2024

In this engaging discussion, Stacy Bridges, a dedicated Mandarin learner from the US, shares his decades-long journey with the language, starting from a school crush in the '80s. He highlights the uphill battle with tones and speaking skills, offering practical strategies such as sentence mining and mimicking native speakers. Stacy emphasizes the importance of community support and active conversation to bolster fluency, revealing that self-awareness and methodical practice are key in navigating the intricate world of Mandarin.

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Intro

00:00 • 2min

A Personal Journey into Mandarin Learning

02:08 • 3min

Navigating the Mandarin Maze

05:19 • 6min

Mastering Mandarin Tones

11:20 • 16min

Navigating the Challenges of Mandarin Learning

27:09 • 2min