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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 🔅 𝗙𝗿𝗲𝗲 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝘀𝘂𝗹𝘁𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: https://calendly.com/bitesizechinese/consultation Powered by Firstory Hosting

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Ep.210 ☕️ Bitesize Talks ☕️ When Do Taiwanese People...

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2025/12/15

What temperature counts as “cold” in Taiwan? 🧣 In this episode, Mindy talks about how Taiwanese people define “cold” — and why locals start wearing puffy jackets and using hand warmers as soon as the temperature drops below 20°C! You’ll also learn why Taiwan’s humid winters can feel even colder than snowy weather in Japan or Korea, and how people stay warm with heaters, “little suns,” and hot pot nights. In this episode, you’ll learn: – How “cold” feels different in a tropical, humid climate –

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Ep.209 🍰 Bitesize Basics 🍰 It’s Raining! 下雨了！

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2025/12/15

Is it pouring or just a drizzle? 🌧️ In this episode, Mindy and Joeru teach you how to describe rainy weather in Mandarin — from light drizzle (下毛毛雨) to heavy downpour (下大雨) — and how to sound more natural using the pattern 雨下得～. You’ll also learn everyday words like 打雷, 閃電, 淋雨, and the funny expression 落湯雞 (“soaked like a wet chicken” 🐔). 🎯 Today’s Topic: How to talk about rain and humid weather in Mandarin 🗝 Key Sentence: 雨下得很大！（Yǔ xià de hěn dà!） – It’s raining heavily! 🗣 Listener

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Ep.208 餐桌上的台灣文化！🍽️🥢 Taiwanese Dining Manners

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2025/12/08

In this episode, Mindy and Joeru dive into Taiwanese dining etiquette — from waiting for elders to start eating, to using public chopsticks, to why you should never stick your chopsticks straight into your rice. They also compare how dining culture in Taiwan differs from Western table manners — where everyone has their own plate and sticking to utensil order matters! In this episode, we cover: – Common do’s and don’ts at a Taiwanese dinner table (like waiting for elders and not making chewing

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Ep.207 🍰 Bitesize Basics 🍰 Polite Phrases for Shared...

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2025/12/08

Sharing dishes is a big part of Taiwanese food culture — whether you’re eating with friends, family, or colleagues. In this episode, Mindy and Joeru teach you the most useful verbs and polite phrases you’ll hear at a family-style table, plus how to ask others to help serve you in a natural, Taiwanese way. 🎯 Today’s Topic: Common verbs and polite phrases used when eating family-style in Mandarin 🗝 Key Sentence: 請幫我夾菜。（Qǐng bāng wǒ jiá cài。）– Please help me get some food 🗣 Listener Challenge:

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Ep.206 ☕️ Bitesize Talks ☕️ 餐桌上的規定 The Unspoken Rules...

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2025/12/01

Did you know there are “rules” when eating in Taiwan? 🥢🍚In this episode, Mindy talks about what’s considered polite — and impolite — at the Taiwanese dinner table. From how to hold your bowl and chopsticks, to sitting posture and when to use 公筷母匙 (public chopsticks and spoons), you’ll learn the habits that shape how people eat together in Taiwan. In this episode, you’ll learn: – What “餐桌” (dining table) means in Mandarin – Chopstick rules: why you shouldn’t stick them in your rice or food –

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Ep.205 🍰 Bitesize Basics 🍰 All About Tableware 我用筷子夾菜

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2025/12/01

How do you eat your meal — with chopsticks or a fork? 🥢🍴In this episode, Mindy and Joeru explore the everyday Mandarin words for tableware — from chopsticks and spoons to plates, bowls, and cups. You’ll learn how to use the simple yet powerful pattern 用 + [餐具] + [動作] to describe what you do at the table in natural Mandarin. 🎯 Today’s Topic: Common tableware words and how to say what you do with them 🗝 Key Sentence: 我用筷子夾菜。(Wǒ yòng kuàizi jiá cài.) – I use chopsticks to pick up food. 🗣

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Ep.204 合租生活的大小事 🏠👯‍♀️ Roommates & Shared Living in...

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2025/11/24

What’s it like to share an apartment with roommates? In this episode, Mindy and Joeru talk about 合租 hézū — shared renting, and what it’s like to live with other people under one roof. They discuss common rental types in Taiwan, like 套房 (studio) and 雅房 (shared room), and explore the real-life ups and downs of roommate life — from keeping shared spaces clean, splitting chores, to dealing with different personalities. You’ll also learn practical Mandarin for talking about conflicts, communication, and

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Ep.203 🍰 Bitesize Basics 🍰 I rented a Studio 我租了一間套房

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2025/11/24

Looking for a place to live in Taiwan? 🏠 In this week’s episode, Mindy and Joeru chat about how to describe your apartment in Mandarin — from cozy studios and shared rooms to words you’ll need when signing a lease. From 套房 to 房東, this episode covers all the essential words you’ll need when renting in Taiwan — including what 頂樓加蓋 really means. 🎯 Today’s Topic: Real-life Mandarin for describing apartments 🗝 Key Sentence: 我租了一間套房。(Wǒ zū le yì jiān tào fáng.) — I rented a studio. 🗣 Listener

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Ep.202 ☕️ Bitesize Talks ☕️ 在台灣租房子 Renting in Taiwan

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2025/11/17

What’s it like to rent an apartment in Taiwan? In this episode, Mindy shares her real-life renting experiences — from her very first tiny studio near university to her favorite loft apartment (and even a rooftop room that was way too hot!). She also breaks down the most common housing types in Taiwan, including 整層公寓 (whole apartment), 套房 (studio), 雅房 (shared room), and 頂樓加蓋 (rooftop apartment) — and offers practical tips for apartment hunting, like what to check before signing a contract and how to

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Ep.201 🍰 Bitesize Basics 🍰 How Much Is the Rent? 房租多少錢？

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2025/11/17

In this episode, Mindy and Joeru talk about all the fees you need to know when renting an apartment in Mandarin — from rent and deposit to monthly bills like water, electricity, and internet. You’ll learn how to say common “XX 費” words and useful sentences for daily conversations about housing costs. 🎯 Today’s Topic: Talking about rental costs and common “XX 費” words in Mandarin 🗝 Key Sentence: 房租多少錢？（Fángzū duōshǎo qián？）— How much is the rent? 🗣 Listener Challenge: What kind of fees do you

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Ep.200 兩百集特別節目 🎁🎉 Listener Q&A & Our Journey!

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2025/11/10

200 episodes?!We honestly can’t believe it. This special episode is all aboutyou— our amazing listeners. In this episode, we answer your questions, share some behind-the-scenes stories, and reflect on what we’ve learned from creating Bitesize Chinese over the years. Whether you’ve been with us since episode 1 or just found us last week, thank you for learning with us. 💛 In this episode, we cover: – How Bitesize Chinese got started and how Mindy and Joeru met! – How to stay motivated without a

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Ep.199 🍰 Bitesize Basics 🍰 Can You Hear It? 聽, 聽到,...

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2025/11/10

Did you know that one little word like聽 (tīng)can expressseven different meaningsin Mandarin? 👂 In this episode, Mindy and Joeru break down the differences between聽,聽了,沒聽,聽到,沒聽到, 聽得到, and聽不到 You’ll learn how to tell the difference between: ✅listening vs. hearing ✅completed vs. failed actions ✅ability vs. result And you’ll walk away ready to describe what you can (and can’t!) hear — all in Mandarin. 🎯 Today’s Topic:the different meanings of聽,聽了,沒聽,聽到,沒聽到, 聽得到, and聽不到 🗣 Listener Challenge: What

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Ep.198 ☕️ Bitesize Talks ☕️ Sounds of Taiwan 台灣常聽到的聲音

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2025/11/03

🎉 🎉 🎉 We’re celebrating 200 episodes — and we want you in it! Bitesize Chinese is turning 200 episodes, and we’re making a special episode featuringyour voice. Send us a short voice message (10–20 seconds) to: – Share a funny or meaningful learning story – Tell us your favorite episode – Or ask us anything — about Chinese, teaching, or Holden the cat 🐈 🧡 Submit your voice via DM or check the“Ep.200” Story Highlighton Instagram @bitesize.chinese for details! Submission Deadline:Nov 6, 2025 ---

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Ep.197 🍰 Bitesize Basics 🍰 Animal Sounds and Everyday...

Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 ·

2025/11/03

🎉 🎉 🎉 We’re celebrating 200 episodes — and we want you in it! Bitesize Chinese is turning 200 episodes, and we’re making a special episode featuringyour voice. Send us a short voice message (10–20 seconds) to: – Share a funny or meaningful learning story – Tell us your favorite episode – Or ask us anything — about Chinese, teaching, or Holden the cat 🐈 🧡 Submit your voice via DM or check the“Ep.200” Story Highlighton Instagram @bitesize.chinese for details! Submission Deadline:Nov 6, 2025 ---

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Ep.196 台灣人換季都在忙什麼？🍂🧣 What Do Taiwanese People Do When...

Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 ·

2025/10/27

🎉 🎉 🎉 We’re celebrating 200 episodes — and we want you in it! Bitesize Chinese is turning 200 episodes, and we’re making a special episode featuring your voice. Send us a short voice message (10–20 seconds) to: – Share a funny or meaningful learning story – Tell us your favorite episode – Or ask us anything — about Chinese, teaching, or Holden the cat 🐈 🧡 Submit your voice via DM or check the “Ep.200” Story Highlight on Instagram @bitesize.chinese for details! Submission Deadline: Nov 6, 2025

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Ep.195 🍰 Bitesize Basics 🍰 Catching a Cold When the...

Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 ·

2025/10/27

🎉 🎉 🎉 We’re celebrating 200 episodes — and we want you in it! Bitesize Chinese is turning 200 episodes, and we’re making a special episode featuring your voice. Send us a short voice message (10–20 seconds) to: – Share a funny or meaningful learning story – Tell us your favorite episode – Or ask us anything — about Chinese, teaching, or Holden the cat 🐈 🧡 Submit your voice via DM or check the “Ep.200” Story Highlight on Instagram @bitesize.chinese for details! Submission Deadline: Nov 6, 2025

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Ep.194 ☕️ Bitesize Talks ☕️ Change of Seasons 換季

Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 ·

2025/10/20

🎉 Be part of our 200th episode! Share a story, ask us anything, or send a voice message — we might feature it on the show! 📲 Submit via our IG Story Highlight “Ep.200” --- Seasonal changes are especially noticeable in Taiwan! Sometimes you’re sweating one day, and the very next day you need a jacket. In this episode, Mindy talks about “換季 huànjì” (the change of seasons) — from reorganizing the closet, to tips for staying healthy, and her personal experiences of seasonal shifts in both the U.S

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Ep.193 🍰 Bitesize Basics 🍰 The Weather is Getting...

Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 ·

2025/10/20

n this episode, Mindy and Joeru get you ready for the season change with some super useful Mandarin! You’ll learn how to say涼vs.冷, how to use the flexible pattern變…了, and why Taiwanese people often talk about溫差when autumn arrives. Plus, pick up a few caring sentences you can use with friends and family when the weather cools down. 🎯 Today’s Topic: Talking about the weather cooling down 🗝 Key Sentence:天氣變涼了。(Tiānqì biàn liáng le — The weather is getting cooler.) 🗣 Listener Challenge: What’s the

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Ep.192 請假？放假？有什麼不同？ 📅✈️ Time Off, Holiday, or...

Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 ·

2025/10/13

🎉 Be part of our 200th episode! Share a story, ask us anything, or send a voice message — we might feature it on the show! 📲 Submit via our IG Story Highlight “Ep.200” --- In Taiwan, the word假 (jià)can mean many things — from taking a sick day, to celebrating a public holiday, to enjoying a long vacation. But how do you really talk about “time off” in Mandarin? And what cultural habits come with it? In this episode, we cover: – The difference between 放假, 請假, and 度假 (holiday, day off, vacation)

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Ep.191 🍰 Bitesize Basics 🍰 Everything about Long...

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2025/10/13

🎉 Be part of our 200th episode! Share a story, ask us anything, or send a voice message — we might feature it on the show! 📲 Submit via our IG Story Highlight “Ep.200” --- In this episode, Mindy and Joeru dive into one of the most useful holiday words in Mandarin —連假, meaning a long weekend! You’ll learn how to talk about holidays, festivals, and make-up days in Taiwan, and discover why the government recently changed the rules about 補班 and 補課. 🎯 Today’s Topic: Talking about long weekends and

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