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Fluent Fiction - Mandarin Chinese

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Are you ready to supercharge your Mandarin Chinese listening comprehension? Our podcast is the perfect tool for you.Studies show that the key to mastering a second language is through repetition and active processing. That"s why each episode of our podcast features a story in Mandarin Chinese, followed by a sentence-by-sentence retelling that alternates between Mandarin Chinese and English.This approach not only allows you to fully understand and absorb the vocabulary and grammar but also provides a

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14:51

Finding Home: Love and Tradition in a Mountain Village

Fluent Fiction - Mandarin Chinese ·

2025/01/11

Fluent Fiction - Mandarin Chinese: Finding Home: Love and Tradition in a Mountain Village Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/zh/episode/2025-01-11-08-38-19-zh Story Transcript:Zh: 村子四面环山，冬天的冷风总是从山上吹来，带来一片清冷。En: The village is surrounded by mountains, and in winter, the cold wind always blows down from the mountains, bringing a chill.Zh: 红灯笼高高挂起，把整个村子装点得喜气洋洋，准备迎接即将到来的春节。En: Red lanterns are hung high, decorating the entire village with a festive atmosphere

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14:02

Zijincheng Secrets: A Night of Mystery and Hidden...

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2025/01/10

Fluent Fiction - Mandarin Chinese: Zijincheng Secrets: A Night of Mystery and Hidden Treasures Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/zh/episode/2025-01-10-23-34-02-zh Story Transcript:Zh: 紫禁城的冬天，总是带着一种神秘和庄严。En: The winter in the Zijincheng always carries a sense of mystery and majesty.Zh: 白雪轻轻地盖在古老的屋檐和富丽堂皇的庭院上。En: White snow gently covers the ancient eaves and the splendid courtyards.Zh: 每一步都留下清晰的脚印，仿佛讲述着这里埋藏的无数故事。En: Every step leaves clear footprints, as if

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12:55

Balancing Dreams: A Beijing Student's Journey to...

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2025/01/10

Fluent Fiction - Mandarin Chinese: Balancing Dreams: A Beijing Student's Journey to Happiness Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/zh/episode/2025-01-10-08-38-20-zh Story Transcript:Zh: 在繁华的北京，有一所古老与现代交织的寄宿学校。En: In the bustling city of Beijing, there is a boarding school where the ancient and modern intertwine.Zh: 冬天，大雪覆盖了城市，一片宁静。En: In winter, the city is covered in snow, bringing a sense of tranquility.Zh: 学校不远处，是古老的寺庙和高耸的摩天大楼。En: Not far from the school

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14:43

A Riverscape Reunion: Celebrating Family Bonds over...

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2025/01/09

Fluent Fiction - Mandarin Chinese: A Riverscape Reunion: Celebrating Family Bonds over Festivity Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/zh/episode/2025-01-09-23-34-02-zh Story Transcript:Zh: 天气清冷，漓江的水面上浮动着薄薄的雾气。En: The weather was chilly, and a thin mist lay over the surface of the Li River.Zh: 远处的喀斯特山峰高耸，形成了一幅优美的图画。En: In the distance, the karst peaks stood tall, creating a beautiful picture.Zh: 江边的村子正为即将到来的元宵节忙碌着，灯笼高高挂起，五彩缤纷。En: The village by the river was

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15:10

Whispers of the Ancients: A Winter Tale of Respect...

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2025/01/09

Fluent Fiction - Mandarin Chinese: Whispers of the Ancients: A Winter Tale of Respect and Discovery Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/zh/episode/2025-01-09-08-38-20-zh Story Transcript:Zh: 在台湾的一个偏远山村，冬季的寒风轻轻吹拂着山谷。En: In a remote mountain village in Taiwan, the winter wind gently swept through the valley.Zh: 村子里，每家每户都挂上了鲜艳的红色灯笼，迎接即将到来的农历新年。En: In the village, every household hung vibrant red lanterns to welcome the approaching Lunar New Year.Zh:

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15:01

A Harmonious New Year's Eve: Resolve in a Snow-Kissed...

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2025/01/08

Fluent Fiction - Mandarin Chinese: A Harmonious New Year's Eve: Resolve in a Snow-Kissed Courtyard Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/zh/episode/2025-01-08-23-34-02-zh Story Transcript:Zh: 在中国北方的一个寒冷冬天，雪花飘落，覆盖了大地。En: In a cold winter in northern Zhongguo, snowflakes floated down, covering the earth.Zh: 一座传统的大家庭宅院，被红色的灯笼和新年的装饰点缀得喜气洋洋。En: A traditional family courtyard was festively adorned with red lanterns and New Year decorations.Zh: 宅子里，明忙碌地整理着年夜饭的准备。En:

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13:04

A Spicy Surprise: Lili's New Year Revelation

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2025/01/08

Fluent Fiction - Mandarin Chinese: A Spicy Surprise: Lili's New Year Revelation Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/zh/episode/2025-01-08-08-38-20-zh Story Transcript:Zh: 热闹的除夕夜，Lili家的大客厅里挂满了红色的灯笼，香火与欢笑充盈其间。En: On the lively New Year's Eve, the large living room of Lili’s home was adorned with red lanterns, filled with incense and laughter.Zh: Lili站在厨房，心里满是紧张与期待。En: Lili stood in the kitchen, feeling both nervous and excited.Zh:

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14:35

Harmony Under the Supertrees: A Team's Journey to Unity

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2025/01/07

Fluent Fiction - Mandarin Chinese: Harmony Under the Supertrees: A Team's Journey to Unity Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/zh/episode/2025-01-07-23-34-02-zh Story Transcript:Zh: 新加坡的滨海湾花园在夏日里阳光灿烂，微风轻拂。En: The Gardens by the Bay in Singapore is bathed in sunlight in the summer, with a gentle breeze blowing.Zh: 高耸的擎天树带来一片阴凉，充满生机的绿地给人无尽的灵感和勇气。En: The towering Supertrees provide a patch of shade, and the vibrant greenery offers endless inspiration and

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14:04

The Spice of Tradition: A Culinary Quest in Lijiang

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2025/01/07

Fluent Fiction - Mandarin Chinese: The Spice of Tradition: A Culinary Quest in Lijiang Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/zh/episode/2025-01-07-08-38-20-zh Story Transcript:Zh: 丽江古城的街道上，白雪轻轻洒落在石板路上。En: On the streets of Lijiang Ancient Town, white snow gently fell on the stone pathways.Zh: 红色的灯笼悬挂在店铺前，空气中弥漫着过年特有的香料气息和节日的兴奋。En: Red lanterns hung in front of the shops, and the air was filled with the distinctive aroma of the New Year spices and a sense of

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16:52

Finding Balance: Lina's Journey to Reconnect with...

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2025/01/06

Fluent Fiction - Mandarin Chinese: Finding Balance: Lina's Journey to Reconnect with Tradition Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/zh/episode/2025-01-06-23-34-01-zh Story Transcript:Zh: 在这个银装素裹的世界里，那条狭窄的小路铺满了厚厚的积雪，直通向九寨沟最深处的小村庄。En: In this snow-covered world, the narrow path was blanketed with thick snow, leading straight to the little village deep within Jiuzhaigou.Zh: 村子四周环绕着碧蓝的湖泊和凝固的瀑布，宛如童话里的场景。En: The village was surrounded by azure lakes and frozen

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13:29

Stormy Beginnings: Friendship Blossoms in a Rainy Garden

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2025/01/06

Fluent Fiction - Mandarin Chinese: Stormy Beginnings: Friendship Blossoms in a Rainy Garden Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/zh/episode/2025-01-06-08-38-19-zh Story Transcript:Zh: 烈日当空，热带雨林植物园弥漫着花香和湿气。En: The scorching sun hung in the sky, and the tropical botanical garden was filled with the scent of flowers and humidity.Zh: 每一个角落都散发着生机和繁荣。En: Every corner exuded vitality and prosperity.Zh: 就是在这样一个夏日的早晨，梅和建初次见面。En: It was on a summer morning like this

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15:46

Exploring Hidden Paths: Meiling's Great Wall Adventure

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2025/01/05

Fluent Fiction - Mandarin Chinese: Exploring Hidden Paths: Meiling's Great Wall Adventure Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/zh/episode/2025-01-05-23-34-02-zh Story Transcript:Zh: 梅岭是一个充满好奇心的女生。En: Meiling is a girl full of curiosity.Zh: 今天，她和同学们参加了学校组织的长城冬季旅行。En: Today, she and her classmates participated in a winter trip organized by the school to the Great Wall.Zh: 长城在冬日的大地上静静地延伸，白雪覆盖的山丘仿佛披上了银色衣裳。En: The Great Wall quietly stretches across the winter

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12:49

Heartfelt Gifts Amidst Lanterns: A Xī Hú New Year...

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2025/01/05

Fluent Fiction - Mandarin Chinese: Heartfelt Gifts Amidst Lanterns: A Xī Hú New Year Adventure Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/zh/episode/2025-01-05-08-38-19-zh Story Transcript:Zh: 西湖的冬天是一个魔幻的季节，到处都洋溢着中国新年的氛围。En: The winter at Xī Hú is a magical season, filled everywhere with the atmosphere of the Chinese New Year.Zh: 市场上挂满了五颜六色的灯笼，鲜艳的丝绸随风摇曳，摊位上摆满了精美的陶器和精巧的手工艺品。En: The market is adorned with colorful lanterns, vibrant silk sways in the wind, and stands

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13:58

In Search of The Lost Knowledge: A New Dawn in Ruins

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2025/01/04

Fluent Fiction - Mandarin Chinese: In Search of The Lost Knowledge: A New Dawn in Ruins Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/zh/episode/2025-01-04-23-34-02-zh Story Transcript:Zh: 沧桑的大地披上银装，曾经繁华的城市，如今只剩残垣断壁。En: The vast land was covered in a silver blanket, the once bustling city now reduced to rubble and ruins.Zh: 在这个后末日的世界里，丽华和泽民正沿着被冰雪覆盖的小径，艰难地寻找传说中的失落图书馆。En: In this post-apocalyptic world, Lihua and Zemin trudged along a snow-covered path, arduously

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14:02

Rekindling Friendship in Taipei's Enchanting Night...

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2025/01/04

Fluent Fiction - Mandarin Chinese: Rekindling Friendship in Taipei's Enchanting Night Markets Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/zh/episode/2025-01-04-08-38-20-zh Story Transcript:Zh: 台北的夜市在冬季的夜晚是如此热闹，五颜六色的灯笼闪烁着，空气中飘着异国香料和街头美食的香味。En: The night markets of Taipei during winter evenings are so lively, with colorful lanterns flickering and the air filled with exotic spices and the aroma of street food.Zh: 摊位上满是地方特产、小饰品，四周充满了本地人和游客的欢声笑语。En: The stalls are

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12:57

Finding Harmony: Mei's Journey from City Life to...

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2025/01/03

Fluent Fiction - Mandarin Chinese: Finding Harmony: Mei's Journey from City Life to Serene Home Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/zh/episode/2025-01-03-23-34-01-zh Story Transcript:Zh: 梅站在泸沽湖边，环顾着四周连绵的山脉和清澈的湖水，内心充满矛盾。En: Mei stood by Luguhu lake, looking around at the continuous mountains and the clear water, feeling a conflict within.Zh: 她的家乡丽江和这儿确实有自然的美丽，但她的生活却远在北京，那是一个节奏很快却有无限机会的城市。En: Her hometown, Lijiang, and this place indeed have natural beauty,

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13:52

Exploring Forbidden Secrets of the Zijin Cheng

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2025/01/03

Fluent Fiction - Mandarin Chinese: Exploring Forbidden Secrets of the Zijin Cheng Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/zh/episode/2025-01-03-08-38-19-zh Story Transcript:Zh: 紫禁城的天空飘着细细的雪，红色的城墙和金色的屋顶在冬天的白色背景下显得格外耀眼。En: The sky above the Zijin Cheng was filled with a fine snow, and the red walls and golden roofs stood out strikingly against the winter's white backdrop.Zh: 春节的装饰随处可见，增加了几分喜庆的气息。En: Decorations for the Chunjie were everywhere, adding a joyful

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15:08

Finding Family: A Winter Quest in Beijing's...

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2025/01/02

Fluent Fiction - Mandarin Chinese: Finding Family: A Winter Quest in Beijing's Panjiayuan Market Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/zh/episode/2025-01-02-23-34-02-zh Story Transcript:Zh: 魏站在北京潘家园的入口，微冷的冬风裹着他的围巾。En: Wei stood at the entrance of Beijing Panjiayuan, his scarf wrapped tight against the chilly winter breeze.Zh: 他深吸一口气，感受空气中的热闹。En: He took a deep breath, savoring the lively atmosphere in the air.Zh: 在他的眼前，琳琅满目的摊位仿佛是另一个世界。En: In front of him, the

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15:07

Winter's Bold Canvas: Li Hua's Artistic Awakening at...

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2025/01/02

Fluent Fiction - Mandarin Chinese: Winter's Bold Canvas: Li Hua's Artistic Awakening at Xihu Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/zh/episode/2025-01-02-08-38-20-zh Story Transcript:Zh: 西湖的冬天静谧而繁忙，新年的余音回荡在空气中。En: The winter at Xihu is both tranquil and bustling, with the echoes of the New Year lingering in the air.Zh: 李华站在湖边，凝视着那一汪仿佛与冬日天空融为一体的水面。En: Li Hua stands by the lake, gazing at the water's surface, which seems to merge with the winter sky.Zh:

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12:44

Teamwork on the Great Wall: A Winter's Tale of Unity

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2025/01/01

Fluent Fiction - Mandarin Chinese: Teamwork on the Great Wall: A Winter's Tale of Unity Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/zh/episode/2025-01-01-23-34-02-zh Story Transcript:Zh: 长城上的冬天，雪花轻轻地落在古老的砖石上。En: In the winter on the Changcheng (Great Wall), snowflakes gently fall on the ancient bricks and stones.Zh: 游客们冒着寒风，穿着厚厚的冬装，走在蜿蜒的长城上。En: Visitors brave the cold wind, dressed in thick winter clothing, walking on the winding Changcheng.Zh:

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