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PODCAST

Hacking Chinese Podcast

A podcast about how to learn Mandarin. In-depth discussions about how to overcome challenges, solve problems and get the most out of your learning. For more information and inspiration, visit https://www.hackingchinese.com!

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00:08:22

224 - Welcome to The Fluent Listener, a new course...

Hacking Chinese Podcast ·

2024/11/18

Want to understand Mandarin naturally, at any level? This course guides you in building an immersive listening environment and equips you with essential listening strategies. Strengthen your listening ability to unlock conversations, connect with others, and dive into Chinese society and culture, making you feel 如鱼得水 (rúyúdéshuǐ), like a fish in water! The Fluent Listener is a new course from Hacking Chinese. You can learn more about the course by going to:

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00:16:07

223 - Four key principles to improve your Mandarin...

Hacking Chinese Podcast ·

2024/11/11

Listening is the cornerstone of language learning, yet many students struggle to improve their Mandarin listening comprehension. Fortunately, making progress isn’t as difficult as you might think; just follow these four key principles!#learnchinese #listening #comprehension #improve #motivation Link to article on Hacking Chinese: Four key principles to improve your Mandarin listening comprehension:

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00:16:59

222 - Student Q&A, November 2024: Pros and cons of...

Hacking Chinese Podcast ·

2024/11/04

Is reading digitally in Chinese better than on paper? What are the best digital tools for reading? And what should you do if you can’t find texts that are both interesting and at the right level?#learnchinese #reading #faq #digital #paper #tools #comprehensible #engaging Link to article on Hacking Chinese: Student Q&A, November 2024: Pros and cons of digital tools for Chinese reading, and the struggle to find comprehensible and interesting texts:

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00:16:20

221 - How to learn Zhuyin (Bopomofo) in two hours

Hacking Chinese Podcast ·

2024/10/31

Many people believe that learning a new script is challenging, but mastering systems like Zhuyin (Bopomofo) or Japanese kana is surprisingly easy. With the right approach and resources, you can do it in just a few hours!#learnchinese #zhuyin #bopomofo #taiwan Link to article: How to learn Zhuyin (Bopomofo) in two hours: https://www.hackingchinese.com/how-to-learn-zhuyin-bopomofo-in-two-hours/ Skritter's free Zhuyin course:

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00:19:33

220 - Do you really know how to count in Chinese?

Hacking Chinese Podcast ·

2024/10/21

Counting is one of the first things we learn in a foreign language, yet mastering it takes time. While basic numbers may seem simple, using them effectively in communication requires much more than just memorising words. #hackingchinese #numbers #counting #fractions #finance #communication Link to article: Do you really know how to count in Chinese? https://www.hackingchinese.com/do-you-really-know-how-to-count-in-chinese/ How to become fluent in Chinese:

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00:28:06

219 - Three things I wish I had known as an advanced...

Hacking Chinese Podcast ·

2024/10/14

Improving your Chinese after you reach an advanced level requires new ways of learning and new sources of motivation. If I could go back in time to give a less proficient version of myself advice, here is what I would say. #hackingchinese #advanced #timemachine #learningstrategy Link to article: Three things I wish I had known as an advanced student of Chinese: Time machine, part 3:

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00:16:12

218 - Don’t learn Mandarin pronunciation by reading,...

Hacking Chinese Podcast ·

2024/10/07

Don’t try to learn pronunciation by reading. Instead, the best way to improve is to listen to and mimic native speakers. Focusing too much on how sounds are written down can actually make it harder to hear them! #learnchinese #pronunciation #pinyin #labels Link to article: Don’t learn Mandarin pronunciation by reading, listen and mimic instead: https://www.hackingchinese.com/dont-learn-mandarin-pronunciation-by-reading/ Hacking Chinese Pronunciation: Speaking with Confidence:

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00:19:50

217 - Student Q&A, October 2024: Pronouncing the...

Hacking Chinese Podcast ·

2024/10/01

How is the Pinyin final -i pronounced after sh? How is the initial z- pronounced compared to z in English? And is Pinyin a good transcription system for learning pronunciation?#learnchinese #pronunciation #q&a #pinyin #initials #finals Link to article: Student Q&A, October 2024: Pronouncing the final -i after sh-, the initial z- and if Pinyin is a good transcription system:

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00:15:41

216 - How to use YouTube and other video platforms to...

Hacking Chinese Podcast ·

2024/09/23

YouTube and similar platforms offer a vast treasure trove of content that can help you learn Chinese, whether you're watching videos in Chinese or exploring content about language and culture. But how can you get the most out of this resource at different stages of learning? #learnchinese #youtube #video #input Link to article: How to use YouTube and other video platforms to learn Chinese: https://www.hackingchinese.com/how-to-use-youtube-and-other-video-platforms-to-learn-chinese/ Analyse and

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00:24:58

215 - Three things I wish I had known as an...

Hacking Chinese Podcast ·

2024/09/16

Traversing the intermediate Chinese learning plateau requires a shift in focus. Here are three pieces of advice for intermediate learners of Mandarin. #learnchinese #intermediate #timemachine #learningstrategies Link to article: Three things I wish I had known as an intermediate student of Chinese: The time machine, part 2: https://www.hackingchinese.com/three-things-i-wish-i-had-known-as-an-intermediate-student-of-chinese-the-time-machine-part-2/ How I learnt Chinese, part 1: Where it all started:

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00:13:25

214 - YouGlish: A free service to hear and see...

Hacking Chinese Podcast ·

2024/09/09

How words are pronounced and used depends on context, but traditional learning materials lack the diversity to prepare you for real-world Chinese. Fortunately, YouGlish is a great tool for studying language in context. #learnchinese #pronunciation #context #youtube #usage Link to article: YouGlish: A free service to hear and see Chinese words in context: https://www.hackingchinese.com/youglish-a-free-service-to-hear-and-see-chinese-words-in-context/ Youglish Chinese:

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00:26:21

213 - Student Q&A, September 2024: Slowly spoken...

Hacking Chinese Podcast ·

2024/09/02

Should you slow down the Mandarin you listen to? How can you prepare for difficult listening exams? And how can you understand Chinese numbers in context?#learnchinese #rateofspeech #slowaudio #exams #listening #numbers Link to article: Student Q&A, September 2024: Slowly spoken Chinese, passing listening exams and understanding numbers: https://www.hackingchinese.com/student-qa-september-2024-slowly-spoken-chinese-passing-listening-exams-and-understanding-numbers/ Chinese listening challenge,

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00:22:16

212 - Getting the most from Hacking Chinese in024:...

Hacking Chinese Podcast ·

2024/08/26

There are over 500 articles and more than 1 million words on Hacking Chinese. How are you supposed to absorb all that information and inspiration as a student? Let’s discuss how to get the most out of my website and podcast! Back-to-school course discount, 2024: https://www.hackingchinese.com/back-to-school-hacking-chinese-course-discount/ Tags: #learnchinese #course #howto #guidance #discount #backtoschool Link to Unlocking Chinese (for beginners):

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00:25:02

211 - Three things I wish I had known as a beginner...

Hacking Chinese Podcast ·

2024/08/19

I started learning Chinese more than 15 years ago. Here are three things I wish I had known back then, as a beginner!#learnchinese #beginner #timemachine #learningstrategies Link to article: Three things I wish I had known as a beginner student of Chinese: The time machine, part 1: https://www.hackingchinese.com/three-things-i-wish-i-had-known-as-a-beginner-student-of-chinese-the-time-machine-part-1/ Articles for beginners on Hacking Chinese:

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00:18:45

210 - The 10 best free Chinese listening resources...

Hacking Chinese Podcast ·

2024/08/14

Listening is the most important skill of all, because it accelerates all other learning and is crucial for social integration. What are the best free Chinese listening resources out there for beginner, intermediate and advanced learners? Link to article: ⁠The 10 best free Chinese listening resources for beginner, intermediate and advanced learners⁠: ⁠https://www.hackingchinese.com/the-10-best-free-chinese-listening-resources-for-beginner-intermediate-and-advanced-learners/⁠ #learnchinese #listening

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00:22:13

209 - Student Q&A, August 2024: Avoiding mental...

Hacking Chinese Podcast ·

2024/08/07

How can you stop translating in your head? What are some Chinese words that can’t be translated? And why is translation a worthwhile learning activity?#learnchinese #translation #mentaltranslation Podcast listener survey: https://forms.gle/tVqRe8gVhoQwj9xM7 Link to article: Student Q&A, August 2024: Avoiding mental translation, untranslatable words and why practising translation is good:

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00:13:39

208 - Insights from my recent trip to China: The...

Hacking Chinese Podcast ·

2024/07/31

Understanding Chinese involves more than just knowing words and phrases; it's about using context to interpret meaning. My recent trip to China highlighted the crucial role of top-down listening in navigating dialects, speech patterns, and unexpected questions.#learnchinese #topdownlistening #accents #immersion #context Link to article: Insights from my recent trip to China: The importance of top-down listening:

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00:17:43

207 - Chinese character variants and font differences...

Hacking Chinese Podcast ·

2024/07/23

Small details sometimes matter when writing Chinese characters, but sometimes they don't. Figuring out which details to pay attention to is made harder by character variants and font differences!#learnchinese #chineselanguage #chinesefonts #languagelearning #chinesetips Link to article: Chinese character variants and font differences for language learners: https://www.hackingchinese.com/chinese-character-variants-and-fonts-for-language-learners/ Kickstart your learning with the Skritter

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00:14:17

206 - Why you should preview before every Chinese lesson

Hacking Chinese Podcast ·

2024/07/15

Previewing before Chinese lessons is a simple yet frequently overlooked method to enhance learning. By previewing, you maximise the benefits of each lesson, allowing you to focus on areas where you truly need a teacher's guidance.#learnchinese #preview #class #course Link to article: Why you should preview before every Chinese lesson: https://www.hackingchinese.com/preview-every-chinese-lesson/ Time quality: Studying the right thing at the right time:

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00:19:34

205 - How I used a notebook to learn more Chinese,...

Hacking Chinese Podcast ·

2024/07/08

The humble notebook is a powerful tool for learners of Chinese. Whether an exquisite leather-bound journal or a digital text file, a notebook offers more than a space to record information about vocabulary or grammar.#learnchinese #notes #notebook #logging Link to article: How I used a notebook to learn more Chinese, and why you should too: https://www.hackingchinese.com/why-you-really-should-use-a-chinese-notebook/ Chinese language logging, part 3: Tools and resources for keeping track of your

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