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What does it actually mean to be at a “level” in Chinese and why does moving up feel so slow?In this episode, Jared and John dig into the concept of leveling from both the perspective of the learner and from decades of experience in creating Chinese learning content. With John’s ...  Show more

Most people struggle to find time to learn Chinese. Adam started learning it in the middle of one of the most intense study periods of his life, and kept going.A pre-med student at the University of Illinois, Adam didn’t begin with a clear plan or a class requirement. Instead, it ...  Show more

In this episode of Dashu Mandarin, we explore "The Chinese Story That Changed Your Life" and discuss the profound impact of certain stories on our lives. We also introduce our specially written Chinese storybook (Chinese Stories for Intermediate Learners: The Talk ...

There is a phenomenon in China called "mute English." You've probably met someone who has experienced this - someone who studied English (or any language, for that matter) but who just can't speak it! Well find out more about this in today's lesson. Episode link: https://www.c ...

Curious about what makes Chinese culture so unique and the language so captivating? In this video, we uncover some surprising and lesser-known facts that will leave you amazed. What hidden gems lie within the traditions and linguistic nuances of China? Join us to find out a ...

Many people have asked: "I'm struggling to learn my partner's language, why is it so hard?"