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Bitesize Chinese 一口中文

Join Bitesize Chinese for a weekly dose of essential Taiwanese Mandarin! 🇹🇼🎧 Hosted by Mindy and Joeru, our podcast offers beginner lessons each week and advanced content bi-weekly. ✨🎙️ Start speaking like a local today! 🗣️ 🔅𝗖𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗮𝗰𝘁 𝗨𝘀: hello@bitesizechinese.com 🔅𝗩𝗶𝘀𝗶𝘁 𝗪𝗲𝗯𝘀𝗶𝘁𝗲: www.bitesizechinese.com 🔅𝗕𝗼𝗼𝗸 𝗮 𝗧𝗿𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝗟𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗼𝗻: https://form.jotform.com/240268817062457 Powered by Firstory Hosting

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Ep.56 🍰 𝗕𝗶𝘁𝗲𝘀𝗶𝘇𝗲 𝗕𝗮𝘀𝗶𝗰𝘀 🍰 Self-Introduction 自我介紹

Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 ·

2024/04/29

Welcome to the 🍰 𝗕𝗶𝘁𝗲𝘀𝗶𝘇𝗲 𝗕𝗮𝘀𝗶𝗰𝘀 🍰 series, tailor-made for beginners! Replay this episode until you’ve memorized the key sentence. Don't forget to visit our Instagram or Facebook pages for this week's key phrase! ☀️ 𝗞𝗲𝘆 𝗦𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲: 你好，我姓_____、叫_____，我是______人，我在_______工作。 (Nǐ hǎo，wǒ xìng … 、jiào …，wǒ shì … rén，wǒ zài … gōngzuò。) 🔅Buy us a coffee｜贊助我們一杯咖啡 🔅Leave a comment | 留言給我 🪷Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Website 🪷Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Instagram 🪷Learn Chinese with us |

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16:56

Ep.55 原來這些詞是外來語！ 🗺️😲 Unexpected Loanwords in...

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2024/04/22

Join Mindy and Joeru to explore how English, Japanese, and Korean loanwords blend into Taiwanese Mandarin, from food to tech 🍜💻. Discover their impact on communication and the unique challenges they present to learners. Dive into this linguistic journey and see how global cultures shape local language! 🌐🎙️ Episode Outline: Loanwords in these fields:DiningTechMedicineMusicalMechanicsSportsMeasurementNew conceptsNamesBusiness 🔅Buy us a coffee｜贊助我們一杯咖啡 🔅Leave a comment | 留言給我 🪷Bitesize Chinese

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14:18

Ep.54 中文裡的誇大語法「QW+都」✍️🐱 Bringing Exaggerative...

Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 ·

2024/04/15

Join Mindy and Joeru in a lively session, along with the cat assistant, Holden 🐾🐱, as they explore patterns like "誰都…," "什麼都…," "什麼時候都…," "哪裡都…," and "怎麼V都…" and discover how to turn everyday Mandarin into an engaging, dramatic narrative. Get ready for laughs and language tips that'll bring your Mandarin to life in the most entertaining way. ✨ Episode Outline:Holden‘s welcome 🐾🐱A conversation with all the patternsCommon pattern #1 - 誰都…Common pattern #2 - 什麼都…Common pattern #3 - 什麼時候都…Common

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Ep.53 又傳統又現代的拜拜模式 🙏🌿 Burning Paper Money: When...

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2024/04/08

In today’s episode, Mindy and Joeru explore the Qingming Festival's evolution 🌱, focusing on the shift from burning paper money to digital offerings and eco-friendly ceremonies. Learn how this tradition merges ancestor respect with environmental sustainability in their latest episode on its green transformation. 🍃📿 Episode Outline:The Tradition of Burning Paper MoneyAssessing the Impact of Paper BurningTaiwan's Eco-PoliciesCreative and Sustainable Ways to Honor AncestorsDiverse Perspectives

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13:10

Ep.52 怎麼會有人不喜歡《沙丘2》？ 😤🏜️ Useful Chinese Phrases for...

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2024/04/01

⚠️🚨Today’s content contains movie SPOILER “有雷” 🚨⚠️ In today’s episode, Joeru critiques "Dune 2" while Mindy defends it, covering plot, effects, costumes, music, and cast. They'll also teach useful Chinese phrases for movie reviews. Join the debate and learn how to express your cinematic opinions in Mandarin! 🎬🏜️ Episode Outline:Spoiler Alert Announcement in MandarinPlot and Background SettingCGI EffectsCostume and MakeupScoringCastingBox Office PerformancePotential Awards 🔅Buy us a

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Ep.51 台灣人的日常數字表達方式 🔢🪄 Everyday Number Expressions in...

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2024/03/25

Mindy and Joeru explores how numbers in Taiwanese Mandarin are more than just math—they're part of Taiwan's culture and daily chat. From counting tricks to lucky and not-so-lucky numbers, get ready for fun facts and insights that'll make you see numbers in a whole new light. 🎙️🔍 Episode Outline:The Logic of Numbers in ChineseSimplified Number PronunciationsTime and DatesPositive and Negative NumbersAuspicious and Inauspicious Numbers 🔅Buy us a coffee｜贊助我們一杯咖啡 🔅Leave a comment | 留言給我 🪷Bitesize

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Ep.50 台灣人常用的「喔、嗯、蛤」是什麼意思？😬☑️ 3 Sentence particles to...

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2024/03/18

In this episode, Mindy and Joeru explores the magic of Taiwanese Mandarin particles— 喔、嗯 and 蛤. They're more than words; they're the essence of connection. Perfect for language enthusiasts and culture seekers. Join us for insights and laughs. Dive in, make a difference. 🎙️💬 Episode Outline:Higher tone 喔Lower tone 喔When someone types 嗯嗯Higher tone 嗯Lower tone 嗯Shorter 蛤Longer 蛤Bitesize Theatre 🤣 🔅Buy us a coffee｜贊助我們一杯咖啡 🔅Leave a comment | 留言給我 🪷Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Website 🪷Bitesize Chinese

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Ep.49 四種「更好聽的」批評方式！🗣️✨ Mastering the Art of Tactful...

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2024/03/11

Dive into the intricacies of delivering criticism with finesse in Taiwanese Mandarin with Mindy and Joeru. Explore essential strategies like toning down intensity, increasing uncertainty, and avoiding negative words to ensure smoother interactions. Tune in for valuable insights and practical tips on mastering the art of tactful criticism!🎙️📝 Episode description:Strategy #1: Tone DownStrategy #2: Increase UncertaintyStrategy #3: Avoid Negative WordsStrategy #4: DisclaimerJoeru criticizes Mindy’s

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Ep.49 七道我們愛吃的台式外國菜 🍝🤭 7 “Taiwanized” foreign dishes...

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2024/03/04

Join hosts Mindy and Joeru as they explore the world of "Taiwanized" foreign cuisine. Discover how dishes like Russian Soup and Teppanyaki have been transformed to suit the Taiwanese palate and uncover unique creations like the Taiwanese Macaron. Tune in for an enlightening culinary adventure! Episode Outline:Why are some foreign dishes “Taiwanized”?羅宋湯 (luósòngtāng) Russian soup鐵板燒 (tiěbǎnshāo) Teppanyaki小西點 (xiǎoxīdiǎn) Taiwanese Macaron台式牛排 (Táishì niúpái) Taiwanese Steak酥皮濃湯 (sūpí nóngtāng)

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Ep.47 老師沒教的聲調小秘密～🎼🤫 The Secret to Improve your...

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2024/02/26

Struggling with Chinese tones? In today's episode, we share practical tips and a unique method linking each tone to a physical sensation for improved recall and pronunciation. Don't miss these valuable insights to enhance your Chinese language skills. Episode Outline:Why are Chinese tones considered "difficult"?Introducing our unique muscle memory method1st tone - high and flat, but how high exactly?2nd tone - a rising tone, but how do you complete the process?3rd tone - we don’t use the "full 3rd

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Ep.47 老師沒教的聲調小秘密～🎼🤫 The Secret to Perfecting Chinese...

Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 ·

2024/02/26

Struggling with Chinese tones? In today's episode, we share practical tips and a unique method linking each tone to a physical sensation for improved recall and pronunciation. Don't miss these valuable insights to enhance your Chinese language skills. Episode Outline:Why are Chinese tones considered "difficult"?Introducing our unique muscle memory method1st tone - high and flat, but how high exactly?2nd tone - a rising tone, but how do you complete the process?3rd tone - we don’t use the "full 3rd

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Ep.46 龍行龘龘！中國龍真的比西方的龍更好嗎？ 🐲🦕 Everything about the...

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2024/02/12

Join us in this episode as we explore the fascinating world of dragons, comparing the Chinese 'Loong' to Western 'Dragons'. Discover the rich mythology and symbolism of dragons in Chinese culture, and learn about the unique characteristics of the Chinese dragon. We also discuss the recent proposal to change the English name for the Chinese dragon to 'Loong'. In the Year of the Dragon, we extend blessings of good fortune and prosperity. Tune in for cultural insights, engaging discussions, and

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Ep.45 冬天、夏天、每天都要吃火鍋！🤤🍲 Why is hotpot Mindy's all-time...

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2024/01/29

Join Mindy on a flavorful journey through Taiwan's hotpot culture. From personal pots to communal feasts, Mindy shares her passion for this mouthwatering cuisine. Discover easy home-cooking tips, the joy of dipping sauces, and the nutritional value of fresh ingredients. Don't miss out on this tantalizing adventure! Follow Bitesize Chinese on Instagram for more exciting content. Get cozy, tune in, and let your taste buds rejoice. See you there! 🤩🍲🔥🥢 Episode Outline:Introduction: Mindy's love

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Ep.44 寒流來了！「涼、冷、寒、冰、凍」有什麼不同？🥶🧊 A Look at 5 Chinese...

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2024/01/22

Discover the nuances of Chinese characters associated with "coldness" in this episode. Explore the differences between "涼、冷、寒、冰、凍," and learn how they are used in everyday language. Join us as we unravel the mysteries of these chilly characters and expand your knowledge of Chinese vocabulary and grammar. Grab a warm cup of tea and tune in! Episode Outline:Cold wave in Taiwan next weekWhat’s “寒流 hánliú”？The character “寒 hán”Usage of “冷 lěng” vs “涼 liáng”Formal usage of “寒 hán”Usage of “冰 bīng” vs

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Ep.43 台灣總統大選結果 🇹🇼 🙋Answering Your Top Questions about...

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2024/01/15

In this episode, Mindy provides detailed answers to questions about Taiwan's recent election results. She discusses the impact of the election results on Taiwan, clarifies the different views on Taiwan's sovereignty held by the major parties, and explains how China reacts to the election results. Episode Outline:Results to Taiwan’s 2024 ElectionQuestion 1 - Impact of Election Results on TaiwanQuestion 2 - Views on Taiwan's Sovereignty between KMT and DPPQuestion 3 - China's Reaction to the Election

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Ep.42 為什麼有些台灣人「不想去投票」？🤨🗳️ Demystifying Voting Doubts...

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2024/01/08

In this episode, Mindy discusses the impact of foreign-driven rumors affecting Taiwan's election. Learn how false information makes some doubt voting. Mindy believes our votes matter, even if uncertain. Despite misleading narratives, every vote shapes Taiwan's destiny. Spread the word, encourage voting on January 13th, and reinforce Taiwan's democratic foundation. Connect for deeper insights on Bitesize Chinese’s Instagram account! ✨🗳️🇹🇼💪 Episode Outline:Discussing how rumors impact Taiwan's

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7:22

Ep.41 新年新希望，怎麼設定一個好目標？🎯✍️ Let’s Make an Effective New...

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2024/01/01

In this episode, explore the secrets to making effective New Year's resolutions with Mindy. Discover the importance of setting clear goals and creating detailed plans for success. Mindy shares valuable insights on quantifiable objectives and breaking them down into actionable steps. Join her as she provides expert guidance and strategies to make impactful resolutions for the new year. Get ready to make 2024 a year of growth and achievement with Mindy's expertise!🎯✍️ Episode Outline:Importance of

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Ep.40 為什麼台灣人那麼常說「不好意思」？🥹🙇‍♂️ Is Taiwan truly “the...

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2023/11/20

In this episode, we debunk the myth that Taiwan is "the island that never stops apologizing" by exploring the different meanings and usages of the common Taiwanese phrase "不好意思." Join us as we discuss how it can convey shyness, serve as an apology, act as a polite sentence starter, and even be used to get someone's attention. Tune in to discover the fascinating nuances of this unique Taiwanese Mandarin usage! Episode Outline:Thank you message!Background of 「不好意思」Usage #1 - shynessUsage #2 -

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Ep.39 把中文學好的四個方法 💬👏 4 Ways to learn Chinese better!

Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 ·

2023/11/13

Discover four effective methods to improve your Chinese fluency in this episode. Mindy emphasizes consistency, fluency practice, relevant topics, and self-recording for improvement. Enhance your language learning journey and boost your communication skills. Tune in now to learn Chinese better! 💬👏 Episode Outline:Consistency is the key!Practice fluency if you don’t have homework to doPick topics that are relevant to you, or simply shadow a Chinese videoTry record yourself too. . . 🔅Episode

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Ep.38 八個句子讓你聽起來更有禮貌 🙇‍♀️🙆‍♂️ 8 Useful phrase to make...

Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 ·

2023/11/06

Discover eight essential phrases in Chinese that will instantly make you sound more polite in your daily interactions. Politeness is a crucial aspect of Chinese culture, and using respectful and indirect language can greatly enhance your communication skills. Learn how to politely ask for help, downplay the importance of an action, and gracefully turn down someone or deliver bad news. Join us as we explore the art of politeness in Chinese. Don't miss this insightful episode! 🙇‍♀️🙆‍♂️ 🪭 Episode

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