Takeaway Chinese

In this special episode of Takeaway Chinese, we're going to learn how to say "immerse oneself in..." in Chinese.

What drives UK students to take on the challenge of learning Chinese language? In this episode, we explore the experiences behind these students' China journeys—the excitement, the cultural shock, and the dreams that keep them going. (05:22) UK students' experiences with Chinese learning. (10:01) The moments of cultural shock that surprised these students most.

In this special episode of Takeaway Chinese, we're going to learn how to say "meditation" in Chinese.

In this special episode of Takeaway Chinese, we're going to learn how to say "masterpiece" in Chinese.

In this episode, we talk with Wu Hang, a Mandarin teacher in the UK, who shares his journey of guiding British teens through more than just vocabulary and grammar. He shows how learning Mandarin is also about understanding the humor, values, and rhythms of life that shape a culture. (03:53) Social media is reshaping how young learners connect with the Chinese language. (10:17) A fun connection between 西瓜 (xī guā｜watermelon) and 吃瓜 (chī guā｜literally "eat melon," but commonly used online to mean "grab popcorn").

In this special episode of Takeaway Chinese, we're going to learn how to say "overcast" in Chinese.

In this special episode of Takeaway Chinese, we're going to learn how to say "live stream" in Chinese.

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.

In this special episode of Takeaway Chinese, we're going to learn how to say "wildfire" in Chinese.

In this special episode of Takeaway Chinese, we're going to learn how to say "heatwave" in Chinese.