I have just tested out an online Chinese course called ChineseForUs. If you want to learn Chinese but don’t know where to start, then it is worth checking out this…
The HanBook Chinese Dictionary: A Quick Review
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The Ultimate Guide to Learning Chinese in China
In 2019, close to half a million students studied in China, making it the third most popular destination for international students behind only the U.S and the U.K. As Chinese…
Yabla Review – Immersive Learning Through Video
Recently, we had the pleasure of testing Yabla, a language learning platform which provides authentic language immersion through video. We've just finished trialing various features within the platform and we…
Cantonese vs Mandarin – Key Differences & Similarities
Understanding the key differences between Cantonese and Mandarin really is pretty straightforward, but it requires some knowledge of China's linguistic framework. A common misconception is that Cantonese and Mandarin are…
The 28 Easiest and Hardest Languages to Learn for English Speakers
Introduction: Learning a new language In this post, we have put together a full and comprehensive list of the 28 easiest and hardest languages to learn for English speakers. In…
Chinese vs Japanese – How Different Are They?
Ah, that common query – Chinese vs Japanese. Many know what they are and where they are spoken. However, not many of us are familiar with the key differences between…
