Mandarin Monkey Podcast E09 - Technology, Education & Movies.
Sep 8, 2018
Dive into the intriguing blend of technology, education, and movies! Discover the impact of pronunciation in Chinese, where a tone can change everything. Explore the differences in cinema etiquette between Taiwan and the UK, and ponder the future of virtual reality versus real-life experiences. Can computers replace schools? The hosts discuss the importance of social learning and parental support. Plus, enjoy their take on recent horror films and what really matters in job interviews—experience or just qualifications!
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Tones Change Meaning Fast
- Chinese tones change meanings dramatically, so small pronunciation differences can cause big misunderstandings.
- Tom and Ula show how 相信 (believe) and 伤心 (upset) differ by tones and sounds.
Cinema Culture Differences: UK vs Taiwan
- Tom and Ula compared cinema culture: UK audiences are usually quiet while Taiwanese cinemas often feature phones and strong food smells.
- They find phone use and loud eating in Taiwanese cinemas rude but common, and sometimes complain to others.
