Category Archives: Basic Chinese

Free online basic learn Mandarin Chinese audio lesson 6 — Practical Chinese — How to ask for help or how to ask for a favor, the difference between 只是 zhi shi and 可是 ke shi, the usage of neng bu neng

Posted on 06/03/2012 by Chinesetolearn

“It is the characteristic of the magnanimous man to ask no favor but to be ready to do kindness to others.” Aristotle quotes (Ancient Greek Philosopher, Scientist and Physician, 384 BC-322 BC) The quote is very great, but people are … Continue reading →

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Free online Mandarin Chinese audio basic lesson 5 – How to order food at McDonalds and fast food chains. Grammar chule ….yiwai …. hai / ye structure, survival phrases of ordering food, the fast food song lyrics

Posted on 05/03/2012 by Chinesetolearn

Today, you will learn about using Mandarin Chinese to order fast food in McDonalds and other numerous fast food chains. Eating is essential in Chinese culture. There is a proverb goes 民以食为天 mín yǐ shí wéi tiān literally it means … Continue reading →

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