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The Most Useful Phrases in Chinese Do you the most useful Chinese phrase? Here are 10 essential expressions’ that will help you “bring the cool” and keep your conversations chill. Greetings and Farewells 1 Hello Goodbye Hello in Chinese combines the words ‘you (nǐ你) and ‘good (hǎo 好). To ask someone ‘How are you?’, just [...]
The Year of the Tigher 2022 2022 is the year of Tiger (Water-水虎 shuǐ hǔ) according to Chinese zodiac, starting from February 1st, 2022 and lasting to January 21st, 2023. Tiger is the third in the 12-years cycle of the Chinese zodiac sign. The 12 zodiac animals are, in order: Rat, Ox, Tiger, Rabbit, Dragon, [...]
1. Taobao.com (táo bǎo 淘宝) 2. jd.com (Jīngdōng 京东) 3. Tmall.com (Tiānmāo 天猫) 4. Pinduoduo.com (pīn duō duo 拼多多) 5. Xiaohongshu.com (xiǎohóngshū 小红书) 6. Vip.com (wéi pǐn huì 唯品会) Platform Comparison Guide: Which Chinese Shopping Platform Is Right for You? FAQ Section: Common Questions about Chinese Online Shopping Sites 6 Most Popular Chinese Online Shopping [...]
Essential Vocabulary for Online Shopping in Chinese Quick Navigation - Basic Shopping Terms - Account Setup - Shopping Cart - Orders - Payment - Delivery - Shopping Festivals - Safety Tips Ready to master Chinese for shopping and beyond? Start your learning journey with Mandarin Zone! Start Your Free Trial Class! Online shopping has become [...]
Learn Chinese about Mid- Autumn Festival Mid- Autumn Festival --- 中 秋节 zhōng qiū jié Mid-Autumn Festival --- Chinese: 中秋节 ( zhōng qiū jié ) is traditionally celebrated on the fifteenth day of the eighth lunar month in September or October in the Gregorian calendar. In 2020, Mid-Autumn Festival is on September 21st. Chinese [...]
Dragon Boat Festival Dragon Boat Festival of 2021 falls on June 14 ( the 5th day of the 5th month according to Chinese lunar calendar). Also known as Duanwu Festival ( 端午节 Duānwǔ Jié). the holiday in China starts from June 12 to 14, 2021. Many legends circulate around the festival but the most [...]
Qingming Festival The Qingming Festival (Qīngmíng Jié 清明节), known as Tomb Sweeping Day is a traditional Chinese Festival. Introduction Qīngmíng Jié (清明节) in Chinese means “pure brightness Festival” or "Clear and Bright Festival". It corresponds with the onset of warmer weather, the start of spring plowing, and family outings. During the Qingming time, the [...]
Chinese Gift Giving Taboos When you study Chinese in Beijing or as a business people will likely observe the Chinese custom of giving gifts to classmates, friends, colleagues or business partners. There are some gifts that should be avoided due to cultural symbolism or the fact that that word shares a similar pronunciation to something undesirable. [...]
Top 10 Most Popular Chinese Websites Planning to live or work in China? Navigating China's digital landscape can feel daunting at first, but knowing the top websites will help make your daily life much easier. Whether you're looking for information, entertainment, or online shopping, this guide introduces you to the 10 most popular Chinese [...]
Top 8 Essential Apps for Travelers and Expats in China (2024 Update) Planning a trip or moving to China? Equip yourself with these top 8 essential apps to make your stay smoother and more enjoyable. From communication and navigation to shopping and payments, these apps are must-haves for navigating life in China. Table of Contents [...]
