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The Complete Guide to Onomatopoeia in Chinese

Onomatopoeias are a playful and easy way to imitate sounds in the natural world—like how splish splash and drip drop are the sounds of water in English. Chinese onomatopoeias— (xiàng shēng cí)—are divided into two general categories: classical Chinese …

How to Learn Chinese Faster: 8 Tips for Efficient Studying

Any Chinese student wants to find ways to help them learn the language quicker. Whether you’re already studying or just thinking about learning Chinese, this post will help you find inspiration to make your language journey easier. Keep reading …

How to Improve Your Chinese Daily: The 4 Essential Elements

Does the process of learning the complex Chinese language feel like total chaos? Then it is time for you to get organized and start learning more methodically. Learning Chinese is a science. There are four distinct elements that are essential …