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Stories, tips and curiosities about the Chinese language, culture and learning.
Learning Chinese Characters – How to Start Without the Struggle
Where Learners Most Often Get Stuck Learning Chinese characters can seem intimidating at first glance. That’s why one of...
13. August 2025.
What Do Numbers Like 250, 520 and 666 Mean in Chinese?
The meaning of Chinese numbers often goes far beyond the realm of mathematics. In the Chinese language, numbers frequent...
11. August 2025.
Huo Yi and the Ten Suns: Ancient Chinese Legend
Introduction Chinese mythology is full of fascinating stories that explain natural phenomena and convey moral lessons. O...
02. August 2025.
Measure Words in Chinese: Why They Matter and How to Learn Them
What are Measure Words? In the Chinese language, measure words (量词 liàng cí / 分类词 fēnlèi cí) are a special…
29. July 2025.
二 and 两: When Do You Use Which?
If you’re learning Chinese, you probably already know that there are two ways to say the number two: 二 (èr)…
27. July 2025.
Mai Jia’s Decoded: Cracking the Codes of the Human Mind; Novel Analysis
This article offers a detailed Decoded by Mai Jia analysis, exploring its psychological depth, narrative structure, and...
18. July 2025.
Chinese Dumplings Recipe: How to Make Jiaozi (饺子) at Home
Jiaozi (饺子), Chinese iconic crescent-shaped dumplings, are more than just delicious – they’re a cultural experience. B...
18. July 2025.
All You Need to Know About the HSK Exam
The HSK (Hanyu Shuiping Kaoshi) is the standardised exam for assessing Chinese language proficiency. It’s essential if y...
17. July 2025.
From Chaos to Harmony: The Legend of Pangu and the Creation of the World
The creation of the world is fundamentally about bringing order to chaos—a theme deeply rooted in Chinese thought and ph...
17. July 2025.