Takeaway Chinese
China Plus
A weekly Chinese language teaching show which covers the most frequently used Chinese words and expressions, dialogues, language tips, and stories behind the idioms.
Episodes
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Jul 22, 2025 • 1min
Special: How to say "midnight sun 极昼" in Chinese?
In this special episode of Takeaway Chinese, we're going to learn how to say "midnight sun" in Chinese.
Jul 21, 2025 • 28min
The wisdom of Confucius in everyday Chinese 孔子的智慧
What does it mean to live wisely? For over two thousand years, the teachings of Confucius have shaped not only Chinese philosophy, but also everyday language, values, and behavior. In today's episode of Takeaway Chinese, we explore how the wisdom of Confucius still echoes in modern life! On the show: Niu Honglin & Steve.(07:55) Who is Confucius and what values did he uphold?(18:37) Confucius' legacy in his hometown, Qufu.
Jul 18, 2025 • 1min
Special: How to say "stay up all night 通宵" in Chinese?
In this special episode of Takeaway Chinese, we're going to learn how to say "stay up all night" in Chinese.
Jul 15, 2025 • 1min
Special: How to say "chill at home 宅家" in Chinese?
In this special episode of Takeaway Chinese, we're going to learn how to say "chill at home" in Chinese.
Jul 14, 2025 • 27min
From strings to Mandarin: Guitar talk 吉他那些事儿：一起学习用中文聊音乐
In this episode, we tune into the world of music—from learning essential guitar-related vocabulary in Chinese to exploring how Guizhou has become a surprising hub for guitar manufacturing in China! On the show: Niu Honglin & Steve.(03:49) Discover how the word "guitar" sounds surprisingly close to its English counterpart.(06:47) Dive into more musical terms in Mandarin, and hear how Guizhou has become a surprising hub for guitar manufacturing in China!
Jul 11, 2025 • 1min
Special: How to say "study tour 研学" in Chinese?
In this special episode of Takeaway Chinese, we're going to learn how to say "study tour" in Chinese.
Jul 8, 2025 • 1min
Special: How to say "private tutoring 补课" in Chinese?
In this special episode of Takeaway Chinese, we're going to learn how to say "private tutoring" in Chinese.
Jul 7, 2025 • 33min
From Uganda to Beijing: Raziah Athman's story in China 从乌干达到北京：Raziah的中国故事
Raziah Athman, a journalist with Uganda's New Vision and host of Beijing Chronicles podcast, studied at Peking University through the Dongfang Scholarship Program. In this episode of Takeaway Chinese, she shares her China journey — from campus life to unexpected cultural discoveries. Tune in for more!(14:15) Raziah's recommended Chinese dish.(19:37) Raziah's biggest challenge in learning Chinese.
Jul 4, 2025 • 1min
Special: How to say "stay up all night 通宵" in Chinese?
In this special episode of Takeaway Chinese, we're going to learn how to say "stay up all night" in Chinese.
Jul 1, 2025 • 1min
Special: How to say "hot spring 温泉" in Chinese?
In this special episode of Takeaway Chinese, we're going to learn how to say "hot spring" in Chinese.
