Learn Mandarin: From Zero To Chinese Hero - Hsk 1-3 Course

Learn Chinese Online: Beginner to Intermediate, Master Speaking, Reading, and HSK 1-3 Preparation

What you'll learn

Vocabulary & Grammar: Acquire 600+ Chinese words/phrases and essential grammar, enabling basic conversations and understanding of HSK 1-3 content.

Listening & Reading: Develop skills to comprehend spoken/written Chinese at elementary levels, focusing on main ideas and details in HSK 1-3 materials.

Speaking & Writing: Achieve proficiency in expressing oneself in Chinese, covering everyday topics, character writing, and simple communications.

Cultural Understanding: Gain insights into Chinese culture, enhancing communication and interaction in Chinese-speaking contexts, essential for HSK 1-3.

Requirements

No Prior Experience Required: This course is designed for absolute beginners, so no previous knowledge of Chinese is necessary. Whether you're starting from scratch or looking to refresh your skills, this course will guide you through the essentials of the Chinese language in an engaging and effective manner.

Tools and Equipment: All you need is a willingness to learn, a device with internet access for course materials and videos, and a notebook or digital app for practicing writing Chinese characters. Optional resources like flashcards or language learning apps can enhance your experience, but they are not required to succeed in this course.

Open Mindset: Come prepared to immerse yourself in a new language and culture. An open and curious attitude will greatly benefit your learning process, helping you embrace the challenges and joys of mastering Chinese.

Description

"Learn Mandarin: From Zero to Chinese Hero - HSK 1-3 Course" is a detailed and engaging online course designed to take learners from beginner to intermediate levels in Mandarin Chinese. This course provides a structured approach to learning Chinese, focusing on essential language skills required for personal, academic, and professional success.Here’s what makes this course unique:- **Comprehensive Language Training**: Start with the basics of pronunciation and common phrases, then progress to more complex grammar and an extensive vocabulary list. By the end of the course, you will have mastered over 600 Chinese words and phrases, crucial for everyday communication and HSK exams.- **Interactive Learning Experience**: Engage with a variety of interactive exercises and real-life conversation scenarios that reinforce learning and improve retention. Quizzes and periodic reviews help consolidate the material and prepare you for HSK 1-3 level proficiency.- **Cultural Insights**: Gain valuable cultural understanding that goes beyond language. Learn about Chinese etiquette, traditions, and societal norms, enhancing your ability to communicate effectively and respectfully in Mandarin-speaking environments.- **HSK Preparation**: Specifically tailored content to help you excel at the HSK tests. Practice with exam-style questions and activities designed to mirror the format and challenge of the HSK levels 1 to 3.- **Flexible Learning**: Study at your own pace, from anywhere in the world. Access course materials online at any time, making it easy to fit learning Mandarin into your busy schedule.- **Expert Instruction**: Learn from an experienced instructor who brings passion and expertise to the classroom, ensuring a dynamic and supportive learning environment.Enroll in "From Zero to Chinese Hero" to unlock your potential in Chinese language and culture. Whether you’re a complete novice or looking to refine your skills, this course is your gateway to becoming a confident speaker, reader, and writer of Mandarin Chinese. Prepare to engage with Chinese-speaking communities with confidence and cultural awareness, setting you up for success in diverse settings.

Overview

Section 1: Start With Introductions

Lecture 1 Introduction to HSK1

Lecture 2 Getting To know Our Teachers

Section 2: Starting Your Chinese Journey

Lecture 3 Pinyin Primer: The ABCs of Mandarin Sounds

Lecture 4 Initial Impressions: The Building Blocks of Pinyin

Lecture 5 Final Flourishes: Perfecting Pinyin Endings

Lecture 6 Pinyin Tones: The Melody of Mandarin

Lecture 7 Pinyin Conclusions: Bringing It All Together

Lecture 8 Starting with Hanzi

Lecture 9 Continue with Hanzi

Lecture 10 Homework

Section 3: HSK1: Lesson 1

Lecture 11 Starting with HSK1 - 上

Lecture 12 Greetings

Section 4: HSK1: Lesson 2

Lecture 13 I am Chinese

Lecture 14 What is your name?

Lecture 15 Lesson 2 - Practice

Lecture 16 Cultural video - Express closeness

Lecture 17 Homework

Section 5: HSK1: Lesson 3

Lecture 18 Introduce others

Lecture 19 Lesson 3 - Practice

Lecture 20 Homework

Section 6: HSK1: Lesson 4

Lecture 21 Numbers

Lecture 22 Numbers Practice

Lecture 23 Family members

Lecture 24 Ask about a person’s age

Lecture 25 Lesson 4 - Practice

Lecture 26 Cultural video - Age culture

Lecture 27 Homework

Section 7: HSK1: Lesson 5

Lecture 28 Ask about “can” (ability)

Lecture 29 Ask about "how"

Lecture 30 Describe people and things

Lecture 31 Lesson 5 - Practice

Lecture 32 Cultural video - How to reject people

Lecture 33 Homework

Section 8: HSK1: Lesson 6

Lecture 34 Ask and answer about the date

Lecture 35 Verb qu - to go

Lecture 36 Lesson 6 - Practice

Lecture 37 Homework

Section 9: HSK1: Lesson 7

Lecture 38 Express "want"

Lecture 39 Chinese measure words

Lecture 40 Talk about money

Lecture 41 Lesson 7 - Practice

Lecture 42 Homework

Lecture 43 HSK1 End of 上 Level

Section 10: HSK1: Lesson 8

Lecture 44 Starting with HSK1 - 下

Lecture 45 Where is the kitten? (ask about location)

Lecture 46 Dad is cooking at home (actions and places)

Lecture 47 Talk about job or career

Lecture 48 Lesson 8 - Practice

Lecture 49 Cultural video - Popular jobs

Lecture 50 Homework

Section 11: HSK1: Lesson 9

Lecture 51 What's on the table？

Lecture 52 Can I sit here? (make a polite request)

Lecture 53 Lesson 9 - Practice

Lecture 54 Homework

Section 12: HSK1: Lesson 10

Lecture 55 What time is it?

Lecture 56 We eat at six

Lecture 57 Lesson 10 - Practice

Lecture 58 Homework

Section 13: HSK1: Lesson 11

Lecture 59 How is today's weather?

Lecture 60 Talk about the future

Lecture 61 Lesson 11 - Practice

Lecture 62 Homework

Section 14: HSK1: Lesson 12

Lecture 63 She is watching TV (be doing）

Lecture 64 I am also watching TV

Lecture 65 Let's watch TV (make a polite suggestion)

Lecture 66 Lesson 12 - Practice

Lecture 67 Cultural video - Making phone calls

Lecture 68 Homework

Section 15: HSK1: Lesson 13

Lecture 69 I saw him (talk about past - 1)

Lecture 70 I went to the store (talk about past - 2)

Lecture 71 Lesson 13 - Practice

Lecture 72 Homework

Section 16: HSK1: Lesson 14

Lecture 73 How did you come to Beijing

Lecture 74 When did you meet Miss Li

Lecture 75 Lesson 14 - Practice

Lecture 76 Cultural video - Modal particles

Lecture 77 Homework

Section 17: Passing the HSK 1 Exam

Lecture 78 HSK-1 Exam Explanation

Lecture 79 HSK-1 Exam

Section 18: Starting with HSK - 2

Lecture 80 HSK-2 上 Introduction

Section 19: HSK-2: Lesson 1

Lecture 81 Be going to

Lecture 82 I like to play football

Lecture 83 Express numbers

Lecture 84 Lesson 1 - Practice

Lecture 85 Homework

Section 20: HSK-2: Lesson 2

Lecture 86 I am sick

Lecture 87 Say "every" and "all"

Lecture 88 How tall is he?

Lecture 89 Lesson 2 - Practice

Lecture 90 Cultural Video - Chinese Medicine

Lecture 91 Homework

Section 21: HSK-2: Lesson 3

Lecture 92 Shopping expressions

Lecture 93 Talk about directions

Lecture 94 Talk about colors

Lecture 95 Lesson 3 - Practice

Lecture 96 Homework

Section 22: HSK-2: Lesson 4

Lecture 97 Happy birthday!

Lecture 98 Time spent

Lecture 99 Lesson 4 - Practice

Lecture 100 Homework

Section 23: HSK-2: Lesson 5

Lecture 101 Plan and compromise

Lecture 102 A little bit

Lecture 103 Lesson 5 - Practice

Lecture 104 Cultural Video - Gift giving culture

Lecture 105 Homework

Section 24: HSK-2: Lesson 6

Lecture 106 Daily routine

Lecture 107 Talk about reasons

Lecture 108 Lesson 6 - Practice

Lecture 109 Homework

Section 25: HSK-2: Lesson 7

Lecture 110 Distance in space

Lecture 111 Distance in time

Lecture 112 Lesson 7 - Practice

Lecture 113 Homework

Section 26: HSK-2: Lesson 8

Lecture 114 What do you want from him

Lecture 115 To make a request

Lecture 116 Lesson 8 - Practice

Lecture 117 Cultural Video - Color culture in China

Lecture 118 Homework

Section 27: HSK-2: Lesson 9

Lecture 119 You called the wrong number (RVE)

Lecture 120 Ordinal numbers

Lecture 121 Lesson 9 - Practice

Lecture 122 Homework

Section 28: HSK-2: Lesson 10

Lecture 123 Stop doing something!

Lecture 124 This is good for your health

Lecture 125 Lesson 10 - Practice

Lecture 126 Cultural Video - Food culture in China

Lecture 127 Homework

Section 29: HSK-2: Lesson 11

Lecture 128 Attributive clause (who is the woman talking in front?)

Lecture 129 Comparison

Lecture 130 Lesson 11 - Practice

Lecture 131 Homework

Section 30: HSK-2: Lesson 12

Lecture 132 "de" You wear too little

Lecture 133 Lesson 12 - Practice

Lecture 134 Homework

Section 31: HSK-2: Lesson 13

Lecture 135 The door is open (action in progress)

Lecture 136 Point out directions

Lecture 137 Lesson 13 - Practice

Lecture 138 Homework

Section 32: HSK-2: Lesson 14

Lecture 139 I have been to China several times

Lecture 140 Lesson 14 - Practice

Lecture 141 Homework

Section 33: HSK-2: Lesson 15

Lecture 142 Something is happening soon

Lecture 143 Lesson 15 - Practice

Lecture 144 Cultural Video - Chinese Festivals

Lecture 145 Homework

Section 34: HSK - 2: Conclusion

Lecture 146 Intro to HSK2 exam

Lecture 147 HSK2 Exam

Lecture 0 HSK3 上 Introduction

Section 35: HSK-3: Lesson 1

Lecture 148 Yi and Bu - Tone Changes

Lecture 149 Weekend plan

Lecture 150 What to bring for a trip

Lecture 151 Lesson 1 - Practice

Lecture 152 Homework

Section 36: HSK-3: Lesson 2

Lecture 153 I come down to meet you (come and go)

Lecture 154 Do one thing after another

Lecture 155 Lesson 2 - Practice

Lecture 156 Homework

Section 37: HSK-3: Lesson 3

Lecture 157 Express "or"

Lecture 158 There is/are (existence)

Lecture 159 Lesson 3 - Practice

Lecture 160 Homework

Section 38: HSK-3: Lesson 4

Lecture 161 both… and…

Lecture 162 Two actions happening at the same time

Lecture 163 Lesson 4 - Practice

Lecture 164 Homework

Section 39: HSK-3: Lesson 5

Lecture 165 Our son has a fever

Lecture 166 The weather is getting hotter

Lecture 167 Lesson 5 - Practice

Lecture 168 Homework

Section 40: HSK-3: Lesson 6

Lecture 169 RVE Indicating capability (can't find my glasses)

Lecture 170 RVE Capability review (you can go up but not come down)

Lecture 171 Lesson 6 - Practice

Lecture 172 Homework

Section 41: HSK-3: Lesson 7

Lecture 173 How long has she been with her boyfriend?

Lecture 174 How come you are late? (time expression)

Lecture 175 Lesson 7 - Practice

Lecture 176 Homework

Section 42: HSK-3: Lesson 8

Lecture 177 I went again to see a house today (express again)

Lecture 178 we sit wherever you want us to sit (xxx-ever)

Lecture 179 Lesson 8 - Practice

Lecture 180 Homework

Section 43: HSK-3: Lesson 9

Lecture 181 Your Chinese is as good as mine (as … as)

Lecture 182 the more… the more…

Lecture 183 Lesson 9 - Practice

Lecture 184 Homework

Section 44: HSK-3: Lesson 10

Lecture 185 Math is much harder than history (compare in details)

Lecture 186 It's more convenient to ride a bike (approximate numbers)

Lecture 187 Lesson 10 - Practice

Lecture 188 Homework

Lecture 189 HSK3 End of 上 Level

Section 45: HSK-3: Lesson 11

Lecture 190 HSK3 下 - Introduction

Lecture 191 Remember to turn off the lights (ba sentence)

Lecture 192 We've been busy since around two o'clock (around)

Lecture 193 Lesson 11 - Practice

Lecture 194 Homework

Section 46: HSK-3: Lesson 12

Lecture 195 I just realized I forgot to bring my passport (cai and jiu)

Lecture 196 I put my clothes into the suitcase (ba)

Lecture 197 Lesson 12 - Practice

Lecture 198 Homework

Section 47: HSK-3: Lesson 13

Lecture 199 I brought back many presents (RVE)

Lecture 200 He likes to read the newspaper while drinking tea (yibian)

Lecture 201 Lesson 13 - Practice

Lecture 202 Homework

Section 48: HSK-3: Lesson 14

Lecture 203 The sun in the sky is like a yellow ball

Lecture 204 Let's clean the house! (ba RVE)

Lecture 205 Lesson 14 - Practice

Lecture 206 Homework

Section 49: HSK-3: Lesson 15

Lecture 207 Everyone speaks Chinese very well except me

Lecture 208 Things on the internet are so interesting!

Lecture 209 Lesson 15 - Practice

Lecture 210 Homework

Section 50: HSK-3: Lesson 16

Lecture 211 My husband was so happy that he didn't sleep all night

Lecture 212 If our work is tiring, we will not want to do other things

Lecture 213 Lesson 16 - Practice

Lecture 214 Homework

Section 51: HSK-3: Lesson 17

Lecture 215 No one is allowed to take a leave

Lecture 216 If you are tired remember to take a rest

Lecture 217 Lesson 17 - Practice

Lecture 218 Homework

Section 52: HSK-3: Lesson 18

Lecture 219 I want to borrow some money from you

Lecture 220 Do you have any questions about this job?

Lecture 221 Lesson 18 - Practice

Lecture 222 Homework

Section 53: HSK-3: Lesson 19

Lecture 223 Your daughter looks different

Lecture 224 She immediately quieted down

Lecture 225 Lesson 19 - Practice

Lecture 226 Homework

Section 54: HSK-3: Lesson 20

Lecture 227 My camera was taken by whom? (Who took my camera?)

Lecture 228 Only by working hard you can learn well

Lecture 229 Lesson 20 - Practice

Lecture 230 Homework

Section 55: the HSK3 Exam

Lecture 231 HSK3 Exam Explanation

Lecture 232 The HSK3 Exam

Section 56: 最后一次说再见 - Last Goodbye!

Lecture 233 最后一次说再见 - Last Goodbye!

Absolute Beginners: Individuals with no prior experience in Chinese. This course starts with the basics, making it ideal for those new to the language or looking to begin their journey in mastering Chinese.,Language Enthusiasts: Those who have a passion for learning new languages and wish to add Chinese to their repertoire. The course provides a comprehensive foundation, offering essential skills in reading, writing, speaking, and understanding Chinese.,Business Professionals: Individuals engaging with Chinese-speaking regions for business. The course covers practical language skills and cultural insights that are valuable for professional communication and networking.,Travelers and Cultural Explorers: For anyone planning to visit China or other Chinese-speaking areas, this course offers practical language skills and cultural knowledge that will enhance the travel experience, making interactions and navigation easier.,Students Preparing for HSK Tests: Those aiming to pass the HSK levels 1 to 3 will find the structured learning and targeted practice provided in this course beneficial for achieving their certification goals.