Lunar New Year is the most important holiday in the Chinese culture. Hundreds of millions of Chinese people go back to their hometown to celebrate it with their family, which makes it the world’s largest annual human migration. Learning common Lunar New Year greetings in Chinese can help you connect with locals and show your appreciation for their culture. In this article, we will guide you through popular phrases for wishing happiness, success, and prosperity. Whether you’re visiting China or c

These greetings from one to ten, are not just mere phrases but encapsulate deep, symbolic meanings and wishes for prosperity, health, and happiness.2025 is the Year of the Snake, as the Lunar New Year unfolds, a kaleidoscope of greetings and well-wishes enliven conversations, painting a vivid picture of Chinese cultural richness and depth. These greetings, often incorporating numbers from one to ten, are not just mere phrases but encapsulate deep, symbolic meanings and wishes for prosperity, hea

In Chinese culture, gifting is an art form, reflecting respect, gratitude, and social ties. However, knowing what gifts to avoid can be a delicate task.In Chinese culture, gifting is an art form, reflecting respect, gratitude, and social ties. However, navigating the intricate web of what to give – and what not to give – can be a delicate task. Understanding these taboos is crucial for anyone looking to foster personal or business relationships in China. This blog post delves into the key giftin

One of our youngest AP Chinese students achieved a band 4 out of 5 on her latest AP Chinese exam and shared her experience learning with TutorABC Chinese. “I am happy to share my experience with the online 1-on-1 AP Chinese course. As a 14-year-old preparing for AP exam, I initially lacked confidence in my Chinese language skills and was worried that I couldn’t keep up. I knew I needed to improve quickly and be ready for the exam, and this course helped me reached my goal.My teachers were not on

Do you know the differnece between HSK 2.0 and its latest version 3.0? Under HSK 3.0, learners are introduced to an additional 6092 words compared to HSK 2.There is a significant transition from the previous HSK 2.0 to the updated HSK 3.0. This transition is not merely a shift in the examination framework but embodies a more comprehensive approach to evaluating Chinese language proficiency. Here we delve into the key differences between HSK 2.0 and HSK 3.0, shedding light on what these changes e

A while ago, we gave you a post explaining the three “ta”s (him, her, it) of Chinese. Today, we’re going to explain another holy trinity in Chinese grammar: the three “de” particles of Chinese language.These particles are some of the hardest components of Chinese grammar. Even native speakers often mix them up.The use of the particle “de” is to modify another noun, verb, or adjective. For example, if Chinese people want to say “quietly,” they would say “安静地 (Ān jìng de).” Or, if they would want

In today’s globalized world, raising a bilingual child is more than just a trend—it’s a long-term investment in your child’s cognitive growth and future opportunities. Chinese (Mandarin), in particular, is one of the most valuable languages your child can learn. But how do you make Chinese learning both effective and enjoyable—especially if you’re not fluent yourself? In this guide, we’ll share practical, age-appropriate strategies that parents can use to support Chinese language learning at hom

來自巴西的Felipe，是一名專案經理，來台已經13年，超級融入台灣在地文化，整個人充滿台灣魂，很接地氣。靠著TutorABC Chinese的線上課程，讓他即使工作忙碌，也能彈性排課，中文程度大幅提升。 熱愛台灣的Felipe，大推在TutorABC Chinese學中文成效顯著。「我是2010年，28歲時接受公司外派的機會來到台灣，也很常出差到中國。當年的工作是3年合約，但因為太喜歡台灣了，所以留在這裡找工作。」沒想到這一待，就是13年，Felipe平時工作上較常用到英語和他的母語：西語及葡語，因此雖然在台灣待了很久，卻是直到近3年才比較認真開始學中文，近半年接觸到TutorABC Chinese課程，更讓他功力大增。來看Felipe分享在TutorABC學中文的高效體驗。老師教學親切 排課時

According to Chinese Proficiency Grading Standards for International Chinese Language Education, below are the required skills and abilities for HSK 1 learners.・Verbal communication abilities: Possesses preliminary listening, speaking, reading, and writing abilities. Can engage in short or passive communication on familiar topics and accomplish basic social interactions.・Topics and tasks: Topics include personal information, daily life, diet, hobbies, etc. Can complete communicative tasks relate