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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.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...

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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 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...

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 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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Ep.190 ☕️ Bitesize Talks ☕️ What We Do on Mid-Autumn...

Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 ·

2025/10/06

Did you know Taiwan’s Mid-Autumn Festival smells like barbecue? In this episode, Joeru shares how a harvest festival turned into one of Taiwan’s biggest food days — with everyone grilling meat, eating pomelos, and enjoying the moonlight together. Plus, find out the funny story behind why barbecues became a must-do tradition! In this episode, you’ll learn: – Why the Mid-Autumn Festival falls on the 15th day of the eighth lunar month – How a barbecue sauce commercial accidentally created a new

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Ep.189 🍰 Bitesize Basics 🍰 Mid-Autumn Festival...

Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 ·

2025/10/06

The Mid-Autumn Festival is just around the corner! In this episode, Mindy and Joeru chat about some of the most fun and meaningful traditions — from eating mooncakes and pomelos to barbecues, moon-gazing, and family reunions. You’ll also learn a handy sentence pattern to describe them all. 🎯 Today’s Topic: All about Taiwan’s traditional Mid-Autumn Festival activities 🗝 Key Sentence: 吃月餅是中秋節的傳統。(Chī yuèbǐng shì Zhōngqiūjié de chuántǒng。) 🗣 Listener Challenge: What’syourfavorite Mid-Autumn

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Ep.188 台灣 = 水果王國🍍🍉 Fruit Kingdom in Taiwan: Culture...

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2025/09/29

Why is Taiwan often called a “fruit kingdom”? In this episode, Mindy and Joeru explore Taiwan’s unique fruit culture — from seasonal harvests and fun fruit festivals, to traditional customs that link fruit with good fortune. You’ll also hear how fruits like mangoes, pineapples, and guavas are celebrated in both modern tourism and traditional gift-giving. In this episode, we cover: – Why Taiwan’s climate and geography make it a paradise for fruit lovers – Modern fruit culture: picking experiences,

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Ep.187 🍰 Bitesize Basics 🍰 Describing Fruits in...

Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 ·

2025/09/29

In this episode, Mindy and Joeru take you beyond just saying好吃and show you how to describe fruits in detail — their taste, texture, colors, and even shapes! You’ll practice with fun examples like mangoes, pineapples, guavas, lychees, and more, using the casual and naturalAA的pattern. 🎯Today’s Topic:Describing fruits in Mandarin — taste, texture, color, and shape 🗝Key Sentence:鳳梨吃起來酸酸甜甜的。– Pineapples taste tangy and sweet! 🗣Listener Challenge:Can you help Joeru guess Mindy’s mystery fruit at the

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Ep.186 ☕️ Bitesize Talks ☕️ Shopping for Fruit at the...

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2025/09/22

In this episode, Mindy takes you on a stroll through a traditional market — from the lively shouting of vendors to the joy of sampling fresh fruit. You’ll also hear how locals bargain, measure fruit by the斤 (jīn, about 600g), and experience the unique “hospitality” of Taiwanese markets. In this episode, you’ll learn: – Key phrases for buying fruit in Mandarin – How Taiwanese vendors invite you to try fruit samples – The cultural vibe of bargaining and “人情味” (warm hospitality) 🗣 Listener

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Ep.185 🍰 Bitesize Basics 🍰 What Fruits Are in Season?...

Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 ·

2025/09/22

What fruit grows in each season? 🍓🍊🍍In this episode, Mindy and Joeru take you on a juicy journey through Taiwan’s seasonal fruits — from autumn pomelos to summer mangoes, and everything in between! You’ll learn how to talk about fruits by season and practice the pattern[season] 有 [fruit] -so you can share whatyoulove to eat, too. 🎯 Today’s Topic: Seasonal fruits in Taiwan and how to introduce them in Mandarin 🗝 Key Sentence: 秋天有很多好吃的水果！(Qiūtiān yǒu hěn duō hǎochī de shuǐguǒ!) — Summer has

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Ep.184 台灣人的紓壓方式 🌿🎤 Popular Ways to De-stress in Taiwan

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2025/09/15

How do people in Taiwan relax and release stress? From massages and hot springs to karaoke and pet cafés, there are so many unique and fun ways to unwind. In this episode, Mindy and Joeru explore the most popular ways Taiwanese people紓壓 — and share their own favorites along the way! In this episode, we cover: – What the word 紓壓 means and how to use it in daily conversation – Six common stress-relief activities in Taiwan: 按摩, 洗頭, 泡溫泉, 唱KTV, 手作課程, and 寵物咖啡 🗣 Listener Challenge: How do people in

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Ep.183 🍰 Bitesize Basics 🍰 I Want a Haircut! 我想要剪頭髮

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2025/09/15

Thinking of getting a new look? 💇‍♀️✂️In this fun episode, Mindy and Joeru take you through the most essential hair-related phrases in Mandarin — from getting a trim to going full pink! You’ll learn how to use我想要 + verbto express what you want at the hair salon, and how to talk about haircuts, washing, perming, and coloring with confidence. 🎯 Today’s Topic: Useful phrases for getting your hair done in Mandarin — and how to say exactly what you want at the salon! 🗝 Key Sentence: 我想要剪頭髮。(Wǒ xiǎng

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Ep.182 ☕️ Bitesize Talks ☕️ Massage Experience 我去按摩的經驗

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2025/09/08

Massages are a big part of wellness culture in Taiwan — from the famous foot massage to Thai stretches and Japanese-style relaxation. In this episode, Joeru shares his own massage experiences: which ones made him almost cry 😅, which ones felt like a workout, and which one was so relaxing he fell asleep! In this episode, you’ll learn: – The difference between 指壓 (shiatsu / acupressure) and 油壓 (oil massage) – What makes Chinese, Thai, and Japanese massages unique – Fun cultural details about massage

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Ep.181 🍰 Bitesize Basics 🍰 Do You Like Getting...

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2025/09/08

Do you love massages… or hate them? 💆‍♀️😖In this episode, Mindy and Joeru chat about getting a massage in Mandarin — and why their opinions couldn’t be more different! Along the way, you’ll learn essential massage-related vocabulary, from body parts to how to ask for more (or less) pressure. Whether you’re headed to a foot massage shop or just want to understand what 按摩 means, this episode has you covered. 🎯 Today’s Topic: How to talk about massages in Mandarin — from full-body treatments to

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Ep.180 你說話太直接了嗎？🙃🤡 Let’s Talk About Indirect Talk

Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 ·

2025/09/01

Have you ever noticed that Taiwanese people often avoid being too direct in conversation? Instead of saying “no,” you’ll hear phrases like 「再看看」(I’ll take another look) or 「改天再約」(let’s meet another day). In this episode, Mindy and Joeru dive into the cultural reasons behind this communication style — from harmony and face to subtle ways of leaving room for flexibility. In this episode, we cover: – What “indirect speech” means in Taiwanese culture – Everyday examples like 「再聯絡」「我再考慮看看」「應該可以喔」 – Why

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Ep.179 🍰 Bitesize Basics 🍰 Are You Scared or Is It...

Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 ·

2025/09/01

Is it 怕, 害怕, or 可怕? 🤔In this fun Ghost Month episode, Mindy and Joeru teach you how to talk about fear in Mandarinthe right way! Whether you’re afraid of ghosts, worried about being late, or watching a scary movie, you’ll learn the key differences between three important words:怕,害怕, and可怕. 🎯 Today’s Topic: How to say “I’m scared” vs. “It’s scary” in Mandarin — and when to use each word correctly! 🗝 Key Sentence: 你怕不怕鬼？(Nǐ pà bú pà guǐ?) – Are you scared of ghosts? 🗣 Listener Challenge:

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Ep.178 ☕️ Bitesize Talks ☕️ Ghost Month Taboos 鬼月的禁忌

Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 ·

2025/08/25

Why do people in Taiwan avoid whistling, swimming, or cutting their nails at night during Ghost Month? 👻In this episode, Mindy explains what Ghost Month (鬼月) is — and shares some of the most interesting taboos Taiwanese people still follow today. From superstitions to safety tips, you’ll learn about culture, beliefs, and beginner-friendly Mandarin along the way. In this episode, we cover: – What Ghost Month is and why it’s important in Taiwan – Taboos about going out, cutting hair, and hanging

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Ep.177 🍰 Bitesize Basics 🍰 Polite Ways to Say “Death”...

Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 ·

2025/08/25

Did you know saying “ghost” out loud can bring bad luck? 👻In this episode, Mindy and Joeru show you softer ways to talk about death and ghosts in Mandarin, especially during Ghost Month (鬼月) in Taiwan. You’ll learn how to avoid sounding too direct, respect cultural taboos, and better understand the hidden meanings behind words like走了and不在了. 🎯 Today’s Topic:Euphemisms for “death” and “ghost” in Mandarin — and how tone and context can change everything! 🗝 Key Sentence:我奶奶去世了。 (Wǒ nǎinai qùshì

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Ep.176 學中文，你做對了嗎？🤩📚Smarter Mandarin: Swap NG Habits...

Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 ·

2025/08/18

A calm check-in on study habits. Mindy and Joeru unpack common “NG” (no-good) patterns in Mandarin learning and share small tweaks you can try this week. Real examples, clear reasoning, and practical ideas to make everyday conversations feel smoother. In this episode, we cover:Why memorized words vanish when you speak: no real-life link, not enough sentence practiceReading–speaking gap: modality mismatch (visual vs. auditory) and character–speech imbalanceClassroom vs. real life: teachers decode

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Ep.175 🍰 Bitesize Basics 🍰 Our Suggestions for...

Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 ·

2025/08/18

Want to sound helpful and friendly in Mandarin? In this episode, Mindy and Joeru teach you how to use the sentence pattern我建議你…(“I suggest you…”) to give advice — from weekend activities to study tips. You’ll learn practical phrases that make your Mandarin more natural and easy to use in daily life. In this episode, we cover: – Our key sentence:我建議你用Podcast練習聽力。 – Using我建議你…to suggest daily habits and fun activities – Weekend ideas: hiking, night markets, and Taiwanese snacks – Study suggestions:

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