Takeaway Chinese

In this special episode of Takeaway Chinese, we're going to learn a pair of widely-used antonyms in Chinese. That is "开放" and "封闭".

Exploring the meaning and usage of 'old' and 'new' in Chinese, discussing outdated methods and embracing a blend of new and old in global trade and infrastructure development. Also, a humorous question about why husbands and wives in Chinese are affectionately referred to as 'Lao-gong' and 'Lao-pou'.

The podcast discusses the alternative of staying overnight at bathhouses instead of hotels, exploring the concept and amenities offered. They also delve into Chinese language learning, late-night snacks in Chinese culture, and the meaning of certain Chinese phrases.

Learn the meanings and applications of the Chinese words 'dul' and 'shao'. Discover how to describe quantities and their usage as adjectives and adverbs. Explore idioms associated with quantities and China's call for international harmony.

In this special episode of Takeaway Chinese, we're going to learn a pair of antonyms that are used not only to compare the size of objects and places, but also concepts and ideas. That is "大" and "小".

The podcast discusses the value of internships, the importance of actively learning, and Chinese terms related to work pace and efficiency. They also explore concepts of language learning and the friendly environment within the workplace. The hosts share their personal experiences with internships and reflect on their impact on career paths.

Exploring the challenges and difficulties of learning Chinese, including tones, complex characters, and grammar. The hosts discuss the nuances of phrases and words, as well as the importance of mastering the language. They also touch on the difficulties of learning Chinese characters and the lack of slower speech in daily life.

A： Xiàkè yīqǐ qù dǎ lánqiú ba! 下课一起去打篮球吧！ Let's go play basketball together after class! B： Xiàcì ba, wǒ zuìjìn tèbié máng. 下次吧，我最近特别忙。 Maybe next time. I've been really busy lately. Wǒ děi qù túshūguǎn xiě lùnwén. 我得去图书馆写论文。 I have to go to the library to work on my paper. A： Tiān na! 天哪！ Oh my goodness! Lí jiézhǐ rìqī háiyǒu liǎng gè yuè ne! 离截止日期还有两个月呢！ There are still two months until the deadline! Xuébà, bié "juǎn" le! 学霸，别“卷”了！ Don't overwork yourself, Mr./Ms. Overachiever! B： Wǒ yào zhēngqǔ ná jiǎngxuéjīn, děi kǎo gè hǎo chéngjì. 我要争取拿奖学金，得考个好成绩。 I want to get a scholarship, so I need to get a good grade. A： Hǎo ba, dàn nǐ jìde yào láoyì jiéhé a! 好吧，但你记得要劳逸结合啊！ Alright, but remember to keep a balance between work and rest!

A: Wā, hǎoduō xuéshēng shètuán zài zhāoxīn ne! 哇，好多学生社团在招新呢！ Wow, so many student clubs are now recruiting new members! Nǐ xiǎng jiārù nǎgè? 你想加入哪个？ Which one do you want to join? B: Wǒ xiǎng jìn shūfǎ shè, xuéxí xiě máobǐ zì. 我想进书法社，学习写毛笔字。 I want to join the calligraphy club and learn how to write with a brush. Nǐ ne? 你呢？ How about you? A: Wǒ xiǎng jiārù jiēwǔ shè. 我想加入街舞社。 I want to join the street dance club. Kě wǒ shì líng jīchǔ, bù zhīdào shìfǒu kěyǐ jiārù. 可我是零基础，不知道是否可以加入。 But I have no experience. I don't know if I can join. B: Yīqǐ qù wènwen ba. 一起去问问吧。 Let's go and find out.

A: Nǐhǎo, qǐngwèn xīnshēng bàodàochù zěnme zǒu? 你好，请问新生报到处怎么走？ Hello, may I ask how to get to the new student registration location? B: Jiù zài túshūguǎn de xiéduìmiàn. 就在图书馆的斜对面。 It’s just kitty-corner from the library. Zhènghǎo wǒ yě yào guòqù, yīqǐ zǒu ba. 正好我也要过去，一起走吧。 Actually, I’m going there, too. Let’s go together. A: Tài gǎnxiè le. 太感谢了。 Thank you so much. Wǒ shì lùchī, zǒngshì mílù. 我是路痴，总是迷路。 I have no sense of direction, and I always get lost. B: Duō zǒu jǐcì jiù shúxi le. 多走几次就熟悉了。 You’ll get familiar with it after walking it a few more times. A: Xuéjiě, kěyǐ jiā gè Wēixìn ma? 学姐，可以加个微信吗？ Can I add you on WeChat? B: Méiwèntí. 没问题。 No problem. Yǒu shénme bùdǒng de, suíshí kěyǐ wèn wǒ. 有什么不懂的，随时可以问我。 If you have any questions, feel free to ask me anytime.