Mandarin Chinese For Beginners: Learn Chinese From Basics

Learn Chinese Language FAST with this Chinese speaking course for BEGINNERS: The most effective tools to speak Chinese.

What you'll learn

Build Simple Sentences: Learn how to easily put sentences together and understand key grammar rules.

Speak Confidently: 200+ essential words and phrases to chat about almost anything in your daily life.

Everyday Conversations: Practice real-life scenarios, from making introductions to ordering food.

Nail Pronunciation: Master Chinese pronunciation to sound like a pro.

Understand Characters: Get the basics of Chinese characters under your belt.

Boost Your Confidence: Gain the confidence you need to speak and engage in Mandarin, anytime, anywhere.

Understand Chinese Culture: Gain insights into daily life, social norms, and how to navigate living or dealing with China.

Requirements

No prior Chinese knowledge needed— we’re starting from scratch!

Bring your curiosity and a positive attitude.

Just grab a device and get ready to learn!

Description

This course was developed based on research, scientific methodologies, and my personal experiences in learning Chinese—from scratch to fluency—as well as living and working in China since 2012. Having immersed myself in the Chinese experience for over a decade, I bring you real-life, practical knowledge that will guide you on your journey to learning Chinese. Whatever your reason for studying Mandarin, this beginner course is perfect for you!What You'll Learn:Tons of useful vocabularyMust-know everyday phrasesThe most essential words for daily lifeBasic sentence structuresHow to read and write in ChineseGrammar rules that most beginner courses overlookPerfect your Chinese pronunciationBy the End of This Course, You’ll Be Able To:Pronounce words like a native—even without hearing them firstGreet and introduce yourself in both formal and casual settingsCount up to 1,000 with easeOrder your favorite food and drinks in ChineseGive and understand directionsTell time and talk about your plansConfidently navigate everyday situations like shoppingAsk questions and express your feelings, likes, and dislikesHave real conversations in Chinese on various topicsMaster past, present, and future tensesMake comparisons between things and peopleAdapt to new situations, like using public transport or visiting the doctorGain a deeper understanding of Chinese culture, people, and life in ChinaCourse Resources:Note: This course is still under development. Once completed, after every class/section, you will receive:MP3 recordings of native Chinese pronunciationPDF lesson contentPDF practice/homework sheetsPDF character practice sheetsAssessmentsQuiz tests & practiceCourse updates will be released every Tuesday until completion.Why Take This Course?We’ll help you master the basics of Chinese and give you a solid foundation to become a confident Chinese speaker.Course References:Beijing Language and Culture University Press - HSK CourseMcGraw-Hill’s Chinese Pronunciation

Overview

Section 1: Introduction

Lecture 1 Introduction: What will you learn?

Section 2: Essential Tools to Mastering Mandarin

Lecture 2 Lesson 1: Chinese Syllable Structure

Lecture 3 Lesson 2: Rules to Writing Characters

Lecture 4 Lesson 3: Basic Sentence Structure in Chinese (SVO) | To Be | 是 (shì)

Lecture 5 Lesson 4: Greetings! Hello (你好)

Absolute beginners ready to dive into Mandarin from scratch.,Anyone planning to live, work, travel or study in China.,Curious people who want to connect with Chinese friends or culture.,People looking for a fun, easy way to learn Chinese without heavy textbooks.