ChinesePod - Beginner
ChinesePod makes learning Mandarin fun and easy. It isn't your typical language learning resource - we think you'll be entertained as well!
If you’re just trying to learn some survival Chinese or looking to start a lifelong relationship with the language, this ChinesePod - Beginner Level Podcast Channel is where to start.
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Latest episodes
Jul 5, 2024 • 16min
Elementary | GPS Fail
There are two kinds of people who never get lost-- those who don't know where they're going, and those who have GPS! In today's Chinese lesson, learn how to talk about this handy gadget in Mandarin. Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/1138
Jul 3, 2024 • 11min
Newbie | Getting a Phone Number
Unless you are a rainman-like genius, you may find attempts at reciting the fifty billion digit long phone numbers of China a challenge. Get help. Listen to this podcast to learn how to give out your number in Mandarin Chinese. You'll be counting spilled boxes of toothpicks in no time. Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/0954
Jul 1, 2024 • 17min
Elementary | How Many Zeroes?
The Chinese number system is based on groups of four zeroes, not three. Learn how to talk about big numbers in Chinese, in today's podcast Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/1129
Jun 28, 2024 • 11min
Newbie | Taxi Small Talk
Don't be put off by that cage contraption. Think about it... a man trapped in a metal cage. What better language partner could there be than one that can't escape? Listen to this podcast and learn how to chew the fat with that paunchy driver who is so bored he's even willing feign listening to your attempts at Chinese. Make friends with the eyes in the rear view mirror and remember traffic jams are a blessing in disguise. Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/0950
Jun 26, 2024 • 16min
Elementary | Hong Kong Visa Run
Visas are a huge, unavoidable nuisance. If you live in China, there's a good chance you've made at least one trip to Hong Kong in search of this priceless little sticker. Learn useful Chinese vocabulary about visas in today's podcast. Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/1123
Jun 24, 2024 • 12min
Newbie | Taxi Destination
Learn essential tips for communicating with taxi drivers in China in Mandarin Chinese. Discover phrases for indicating your destination and understanding directions. Explore the cultural nuances of expressing gratitude and the importance of practical language skills for effective communication.
Jun 21, 2024 • 16min
Elementary | In a Moment
Learn how to express impatience in Mandarin, the importance of context in language interpretation, cultural harmony in Chinese relationships, and the challenges of conveying immediacy in tonal languages.
Jun 19, 2024 • 13min
Newbie | Finding a Taxi
Learn how to find a taxi in Mandarin Chinese, with essential phrases for hailing a cab and politeness. Explore the convenience of translation apps when interacting with taxi drivers in China.
Jun 17, 2024 • 11min
Elementary | Watch Out!
Learn about road safety in Mandarin with ChinesePod's podcast discussing vocabulary related to traffic, the unique sounds trucks make when reversing, and common alert phrases used in different contexts. Explore how to warn about backing up cars and understand the sounds in trucks and public transport.
Jun 14, 2024 • 9min
Newbie | Weekend Plans
Everybody's workin' for the weekend... oh, no, wait a sec, that's just us... slaving away for your daily Chinese podcast dose. But we're not bitter, we love you. Pay us back by allowing us to live vicariously through you and your eventful full meaningful lives. Here, a lesson on living for the weekend. Listen in, then tell us your plans too in the comments section (that was a thinly veiled disguise for an invite). Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/0939
