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Andrew Methven | The Importance of Understanding Mandarin's History As a Language

Dec 13, 2023
Andrew Methven, author of Slow Chinese newsletter, discusses his unconventional language-learning journey, emphasizing the importance of understanding Mandarin's history and cultural context. He shares his experience with the lack of resources for learning Chinese in the UK and highlights the significance of staying up to date with modern language trends. Andrew also explores the evolution of idioms in Mandarin and the depth and creativity of Chinese expressions.
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