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Is The Mandarin That We Speak Same All Over The World?

Posted on 28 October 2023

Well, when it comes to speaking, not quite. Mandarin spoken in the mainland, Taiwan, Malaysia, or any other country may sound slightly different. So, what's a budding Mandarin learner in Malaysia to do?

Category Tag: Malaysian Chinese Insights & Slangs

Unmasking the Sneaky 很 hěn

Posted on 21 October 2023

The truth about 很(hěn) is that it's not quite the same as "very" in English.

In Mandarin, 很(hěn) does translate to "very," but there's a catch. It's often used as a filler word, and its meaning isn't as intense as "very" implies.

Category Tag: Mandarin Learning Tips

Why You Can't Speak Mandarin Well Even Though You Scored HSK 5 High?

Posted on 14 October 2023

HSK exams are fantastic for testing your Chinese language skills, but they might not be the golden ticket to fluent Mandarin speaking that you hoped for.

Category Tag: Mandarin Learning Tips

3 Easy Chinese Idioms that You Must Know

Posted on 07 October 2023

Unveil the '3 Chinese Idioms You Must Know,' get ready to master these idioms, impress your friends, and bring a whole new level of engagement to your Mandarin discussions.

Category Tag: Mandarin Learning Tips

10 Must-Know Malaysian Chinese Slangs

Posted on 09 Sep 2023

Do you ever find yourself scratching your head when a Malaysian Chinese friend says something that sounds utterly foreign in Mandarin? Fear not! In this blog post, we're diving into five must-know Malaysian Chinese slangs that you'll encounter in your interactions with the Malaysian Chinese community.

Category Tag: Malaysian Chinese Insights & Slangs

Unlock the Power of Small Talk

Posted on 16 Sep 2023

Small talk, often overlooked as a language learning tool, can be a game-changer when it comes to enhancing your Mandarin speaking skills. While the simple-everyday questions may appear elementary, they serve as an invaluable foundation for Mandarin learners.

Category Tag: Mandarin Learning Tips

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