The Year of Horse & The words of Horse
Do you know the Chinese Zodiac? It is a systematic plan of future action and relates each year to an animal according to a 12-year cycle. There are twelve animals…
Would You Marry Me?
Marriage is one of the most significant things in a person’s life. In Chinese, “婚”(hūn) is the literal meaning of marriage. This Chinese character has two parts, that is to…
120 Daily Used Short Sentences
Hi all, today my article is quite easy to understand and very useful for every beginner, as it contains 120 useful short sentences in Mandarin language that you can definitely…
上 and 下 in Chinese: Beyond the Basic “Up” and “Down”
Have you ever stopped to consider how often you use the words 上(shàng) and 下(xià) in your daily life? These two characters are so ubiquitous in the Chinese language that…
The Many Uses of “Hand” in Chinese
If we say someone is clever and deft, we mean he or she is quick-witted and nimble-fingered and it is called “心灵手巧” (xīn ling shǒu qiǎo) in Chinese. “手” (shǒu)（hand）is…
Slang Similarities in English and Chinese
In the process of learning Chinese, you may find that many slangs or idioms between Chinese and English are similar, like in English “a piece of cake”and in Chinese “小菜一碟…
It’s all about eating—Or is it？— Expressions about“吃”in Chinese
In China, people say that “民以食为天 (Bread is the staff of life.),” and that is true. Eating is such an important element of our lives that friends meet at restaurants,…
Mastering 把 Sentences: Key Uses and Examples for Chinese Learners
Whether you clicked on this article hoping to discover something new in Chinese or if you’ve been struggling to master this concept, we’re here to be your guide and break…
Exploring the Four Main Types of Chinese Characters
Chinese characters have a history of over 3,300 years and are crucial in written communication. They started with the ancient oracle bone script and have changed significantly, reflecting China’s cultural…