

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.
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Aug 12, 2025 • 1min
Special: How to say "live stream 直播" in Chinese?
In this special episode of Takeaway Chinese, we're going to learn how to say "live stream" in Chinese.

Aug 11, 2025 • 24min
Inside the UK Classroom – with Beth Fleming | British Teens in China Ep. 3
In this special episode, we sit down with Beth Fleming, a seasoned Chinese language teacher from the UK, to talk about her language journey, what surprised her most about Chinese culture, and the joys and struggles of bringing Chinese language into British classrooms. Whether you're a Chinese learner, a language teacher, or just curious about international exchange, this episode is full of heart, laughter, and insights.(01:30) Meet Beth and hear about her exciting adventures across China.(07:25) Discover how Beth began her Chinese language journey—and where it's taken her.

Aug 8, 2025 • 1min
Special: How to say "wildfire 山火" in Chinese?
In this special episode of Takeaway Chinese, we're going to learn how to say "wildfire" in Chinese.

Aug 5, 2025 • 1min
Special: How to say "heatwave 热浪" in Chinese?
In this special episode of Takeaway Chinese, we're going to learn how to say "heatwave" in Chinese.

Aug 4, 2025 • 19min
Teaching Chinese in the UK – with Chen Baiyan | British Teens in China Ep. 2
With over 7 years of experience teaching Chinese language in the UK, Chen Baiyan opens up about the joys and challenges of cross-cultural teaching, how she creates immersive lessons abroad, and her top tips for mastering Chinese—no matter where you are. Tune in to hear Ms. Chen's insights!(04:36) What's the best way to begin learning Chinese?(09:46) How do UK students respond to cultural activities in Chinese classes?

Aug 1, 2025 • 1min
Special: How to say "whale watching 观鲸" in Chinese?
In this special episode of Takeaway Chinese, we're going to learn how to say "whale watching" in Chinese.

Jul 29, 2025 • 1min
Special: How to say "monsoon 季风" in Chinese?
In this special episode of Takeaway Chinese, we're going to learn how to say "monsoon" in Chinese.

Jul 28, 2025 • 27min
Why Chinese Matters – with Shannon West | British Teens in China Ep. 1
In this episode of Takeaway Chinese, Niuniu chats with Shannon West, who leads the British Council’s work in the UK school sector. He focuses on promoting internationalism and Modern Foreign Languages, while helping shape education policy with a global perspective. Tune in for an insightful conversation on language learning, cultural exchange, and how Chinese is gaining traction in UK classrooms.(07:40) What are the biggest challenges for English speakers learning Chinese?
(24:23) Why is learning a second language—especially Chinese—so beneficial?

Jul 28, 2025 • 2min
Trailer | British teens in China: Culture shocks & Chinese language adventures 英国少年中国行:文化碰撞与中文奇遇
What is it like to visit China for the first time? Culture shock, unforgettable adventures, and of course a whole lot of language learning.In our special mini-series "British Teens in China", we talk with UK students, their teachers, and the program leader to find out how their Chinese language learning experience is going and what it truly means to connect across cultures.From squat toilet surprises to Great Wall awe — join their journey through Chinese language challenges, food discoveries, and once-in-a-lifetime moments in this 5-episode podcast series.Want more fun ways to learn Chinese?Come hang out with us on Facebook and YouTube!

Jul 25, 2025 • 1min
Special: How to say "hurricane 飓风" in Chinese?
In this special episode of Takeaway Chinese, we're going to learn how to say "hurricane" in Chinese.