Category | How to Learn Chinese

10 Steps to Learn Conversational Chinese

Whether you’re traveling to China or meeting Mandarin-speaking clients for dinner, having conversational Chinese skills is crucial. Learn all the steps needed to speak and be understood in Chinese here. As a beginner—and even as an intermediate learner—it can be …

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 …

The Comprehensive HSK Study Guide

The HSK test can surely be a challenge, but with the right strategy, you can prepare for it thoroughly. In this guide, I want to talk about the best tips and resources to help you with your HSK prep. [fluentu-toc …

The Complete Guide to Taking the HSK Test in 2024

The HSK test is the official Mandarin Chinese proficiency exam, and it contains nine levels. In this guide, I’ll introduce you to the HSK test—from its different levels to the test-taking process—and share some tips and resources for studying …

What Is Pinyin? The Complete Beginner’s Guide

I’ll let you in on a secret. Did you know you can learn to speak fluent Chinese without ever learning a single Chinese character? It’s all thanks to (hàn yǔ pīn yīn) — Hanyu pinyin, or simply — pinyin. In …