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ChinesePod - Beginner

ChinesePod makes learning Mandarin fun and easy. It isn"t your typical language learning resource - we think you"ll be entertained as well! If you’re just trying to learn some survival Chinese or looking to start a lifelong relationship with the language, this ChinesePod - Beginner Level Podcast Channel is where to start. Expand your Mandarin Chinese learning experience by also SUBSCRIBING to ChinesePod - Intermediate and ChinesePod - Advanced Podcast channels. For more lessons, go to

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00:13:50

Newbie | Movie Preference

ChinesePod - Beginner ·

2022/05/06

What kind of movies do you like watching. Do you prefer romantic comedies, or perhaps sci-fi movies. Listen in to these two friends discuss their favourites. Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/2639

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00:13:48

Elementary | Time For A Holiday

ChinesePod - Beginner ·

2022/05/04

Everyone's always looking forward to their next holiday, but when is it again? Next month? Next week? To help figure it out, in this lesson, we discuss holidays and how to talk about dates and time. Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/2048

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00:10:34

Newbie | What Are You Doing?

ChinesePod - Beginner ·

2022/05/02

We’re all about the classics here – Chuck Taylors, Pong, New Coke, the lot. So why not help you out with the classic question: “what are you doing?” Why not, indeed! Listen to this podcast and learn it in Mandarin Chinese. Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/0372

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00:16:15

Elementary | Rice With Soy Sauce

ChinesePod - Beginner ·

2022/04/29

Does steamed white rice have taste? Well, some of us seem to think so. However, there are those who just can't resist drizzling a bit of soy sauce over it to add a bit of flavor. In this elementary lesson, two friends discuss putting soy sauce on rice. Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/2046

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00:15:37

Newbie | This Haircut Please

ChinesePod - Beginner ·

2022/04/27

To some, a trip to the hair salon is a delight. To others, it's a nerve-racking experience with a good chance of coming out with some awful haircut. Add to this the fact that this might be your first experience having to converse entirely in Chinese. Fear not; with ChinesePod, we can make your visit to the salon an enjoyable one. Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/2630

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00:12:05

Elementary | Making Copies

ChinesePod - Beginner ·

2022/04/25

Again, you don’t have to use ChinesePod for everyday tasks, but it helps. Take, for instance, making copies. The putting down of said document next to blank document and using a finger to indicate (with a dramatic arch) what is on one, needs to go on the other could work, Mr. “Arching-Finger Hidden-Embarrassment” (1/2 of our staff didn’t get that), or you could just listen in to this podcast to learn how to use Mandarin Chinese with the photocopy man. Episode link:

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00:14:55

Newbie | House Hunting

ChinesePod - Beginner ·

2022/04/22

When you first venture to a foreign country, the first thing you'll need to do is find somewhere to live. This lesson will arm you with all the vocabulary that you will need to haggle with your Chinese landlord, or at least the basics. Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/2620

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00:14:35

Elementary | Tone Rule: Two Third Tones

ChinesePod - Beginner ·

2022/04/20

“It’s not what you said; it’s the tone in which you said it!” By now, you’ll know the importance (and occasional frustration) of the tones in Mandarin Chinese, but even the best find themselves in a pickle when 2 third tones in a row causes a tone change… Confused? Good thing we decided to make a lesson out of it. Listen to this podcast to become the Chinese tone master you always dreamed of being. Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/0353

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00:16:39

Newbie | I Can't Sing

ChinesePod - Beginner ·

2022/04/18

Oh sure, we say “karaoke” and you laugh and think about making a fool out of yourself in front of 200 others at the bar who all chimed in on the chorus to “Proud Mary.” But here it’s serious business. So how in the world can you explain in Mandarin Chinese to your demanding hosts that you really can’t, won’t and don’t sing? By listening to this podcast. Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/0368

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00:15:00

Elementary | Where's My Takeout?

ChinesePod - Beginner ·

2022/04/15

If you haven't been in this situation, you haven't been in China long. There are just some times when you wait and you wait, but the food you order never arrives. So when you call to inquire, you're told that it's coming "right away." Learn all the key language in this Chinese lesson. How tough you want to get is up to you. Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/2026

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00:11:18

Newbie | I Got Married

ChinesePod - Beginner ·

2022/04/13

“Soooo… who’s the eye-candy on your arm?” See, ChinesePod is used to these questions, as we only hire “hot-cakes.” So, what do you say to an old acquaintance when you’re seen hand in hand with your spouse? (This is your cue to press play). In this podcast, learn how to tell someone that you got hitched, in Mandarin Chinese. Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/0365

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00:20:29

Elementary | Dealing With Praise

ChinesePod - Beginner ·

2022/04/11

“Thanks,” you say (in Chinese). “Goodness me! Your ability to master the language is amazing!” comes the response. So now what do you say? “Yes, actually it’s all due to ChinesePod”? As much as we’d like to think you’d promo us, we’re quite sure a podcast with a Chinese lesson on “playing down” your Mandarin would be more appropriate. Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/0348

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00:11:58

Newbie | New Breadmaker!

ChinesePod - Beginner ·

2022/04/08

Invented in Japan in the 80's, these marvels of human ingenuity have become more and more popular in recent years, especially with the food scandals of late. Listen in as a friend discusses her new purchase. Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/2615

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00:13:40

Elementary | Lessons Per Week

ChinesePod - Beginner ·

2022/04/06

Sure, you're studying Chinese. We all know that. But are you a casual learner, or are you hardcore? And by that, I mean, "how many lessons do you have per week?" Learn what every student needs to be able to answer in this lesson. Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/2023

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00:10:45

Newbie | Asking For Help

ChinesePod - Beginner ·

2022/04/04

Yes, you’re a go-getter, self-starter, and outside-the-box thinker. But even you might need the occasional hand… especially at the office. So, not that you need it, but here’s a podcast with a Mandarin Chinese lesson on asking someone if they have time to give you a hand. Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/0361

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00:16:55

Elementary | Which Train Station?

ChinesePod - Beginner ·

2022/04/01

When catching a train in a Chinese city, you need to know which train station you're leaving from. Cities will often have several train stations, and they are often nowhere near each other. In this lesson, a traveler in Shanghai is surprised to find that his taxi driver asks him which train station he wants to go to. Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/2042

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00:17:18

Newbie | Want To Lose Weight?

ChinesePod - Beginner ·

2022/03/30

It's that time of the year when you step on the scales and realise you have piled on the pounds. But don't worry. You have a whole year to drop that extra tire. Listen to this lesson and learn all about losing weight in Mandarin Chinese. Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/2610

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00:15:03

Elementary | Terracotta Warriors

ChinesePod - Beginner ·

2022/03/28

Do you know how to say "terracotta warriors" in China? Any studious student has to know this word, and be warned, the Chinese is quite different from the English. History buffs also take note: Xi'an is a Chinese city that demands your attention. Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/2017

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00:12:23

Newbie | Hot Dogs And Fried Rice

ChinesePod - Beginner ·

2022/03/25

China's known for its fried rice; it's not known for its hot dogs. Still, there are plenty of spots in the Middle Kingdom to grab one these days. Of course, not everybody has an appetite for them... Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/2044

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00:14:56

Elementary | Washing Clothes On The Road

ChinesePod - Beginner ·

2022/03/23

Nobody likes taking too much with them when traveling. However, some of us just don't like washing their clothes when on the road. This lesson concerns to friends discussing how much clothing they're bringing on a trip and why. Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/2040

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