ChinesePod - Beginner
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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.
Expand your Mandarin Chinese learning experience by also SUBSCRIBING to ChinesePod - Intermediate and ChinesePod - Advanced Podcast channels.
For more lessons, go to www.chinesepod.com and take us for a spin.
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.
Expand your Mandarin Chinese learning experience by also SUBSCRIBING to ChinesePod - Intermediate and ChinesePod - Advanced Podcast channels.
For more lessons, go to www.chinesepod.com and take us for a spin.
Episodes
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Aug 4, 2025 • 13min
Newbie | Cola and Milk Prices
Cola or milk? Sugar or calcium? Cavities or strong bones? While the more healthy choice may be quite obvious, it's still important to know the price of either product as well. Learn how to use Mandarin Chinese to ask for prices in today's newbie lesson. Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/1870
Aug 1, 2025 • 18min
Elementary | Chinese Fruits
Dive into the world of unusual Chinese fruits! Discover the sweet and sour surprises of 羊美 and learn about the beloved lychee. A shopper and shopkeeper share vivid descriptions of these unique delicacies. Explore the language of fruit with terms like '老板' while discussing preferences and chopstick skills. Compare the joys of lychee and strawberries, and enjoy a trivia segment on learning resources. This engaging journey not only tantalizes your taste buds but also boosts your Mandarin skills!
Jul 30, 2025 • 14min
Newbie | When are you Coming to Hong Kong?
Explore essential Chinese phrases for your trip to Hong Kong, perfect for beginners. Learn about travel plans and how to construct sentences in Mandarin, with a focus on word order. Discover how questions are formed in Chinese, making language learning easier. Get to grips with expressing dates using numbers and the significance of pronunciation tones. Dive into the linguistic landscape of Hong Kong, examining the language dynamics between Cantonese, English, and the rising popularity of Mandarin among the younger generation.
Jul 28, 2025 • 20min
Elementary | Buying Sandals
We're off to the shoe store today to pick out a pair appropriate for the summer months. Learn how to describe shoes and shoe sizes in this ChinesePod lesson. Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/1449
Jul 25, 2025 • 17min
Newbie | What to Expect
We know the challenge of getting into Mandarin Chinese is daunting to say the least, but don't worry, ChinesePod is here to help! Today's lesson is a practical guide for the complete newbie, hopefully assuaging some of the fears associated with learning Mandarin and giving you pointers of what you should do. Be sure to check out ChinesePod's Pinyin Pronunciation Chart; a handy reference for learning the basics of Mandarin Chinese pronunciation. Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/1833
Jul 23, 2025 • 19min
Elementary | Check Your Spam
Most of us have spam filters on our email inboxes. They certainly make life easier a lot of the time, saving us the hassle of deleting loads of advertisements for unnecessary (and often less-than-wholesome) products. Yet sometimes spam filters also cause problems. Check out today's lesson for some useful technology terminology. Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/1446
Jul 21, 2025 • 10min
Newbie | Do You Like Shanghai?
Do you like Shanghai? There may only be one right answer to this question (depending on who's asking), but there are also plenty of viable non-answers. Learn how to navigate this verbal minefield in this Chinese lesson. Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/1828
Jul 18, 2025 • 16min
Elementary | An Unplanned Tan
Today's lesson is all about getting a tan on accident! Tune in to find out all the key tools you'll need to bring to the beach this summer in order to avoid tanning! Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/1442
Jul 16, 2025 • 13min
Newbie | When is Your Birthday?
Everyone loves birthdays, and chances are if you're new to Chinese they'll be some of the first things you broach in conversation. Learn about birthdays, dates, and days of the week in Mandarin Chinese in today's lesson. Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/1824
Jul 14, 2025 • 17min
Elementary | Changing a Plane Ticket
For whatever reason you're in the airport and the flight you've got just won't do. Now comes the tricky part! How do you ask to change your ticket? Find out today with this elementary level lesson. Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/1438
