You Can Learn Chinese How to Learn to Read Chinese: Developing Fluency Now (Replay)
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Aug 18, 2025 Olle Linge, a Chinese language expert and founder of Hacking Chinese, shares his invaluable insights on how to achieve fluency now, rather than waiting for a distant future. He emphasizes the importance of engaging with meaningful texts and practical exposure over rote memorization. They discuss using accessible materials and interactive text games to enhance reading skills and vocabulary retention. Olle also sheds light on the complexities of mastering Chinese tones and encourages learners to celebrate small progressions in their journey.
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Textbook Bias Harms Reading Fluency
- Textbook bias pushes constant addition of new characters instead of consolidating existing knowledge.
- That prevents fluent reading because learners spend little time on speed and automaticity.
Read At High Comprehension For Fluency
- Read material at or above 98% comprehension to build fluency through extensive reading.
- Prioritize lots of accessible, meaningful input over pushing into harder texts too early.
Use Graded Readers, Not Flashcards, For Speed
- Use graded readers alongside textbooks to consolidate common characters and speed up recall.
- Practice reading long-form texts instead of relying on flashcards for fluent recognition.