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Elsa Liu
Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
English
German
Other

From China

Living in Other, China

Beginner Chinese Tutor | Patient & Easygoing | Speak from Day 1 Hello! I’m a native Mandarin speaker with a passion for language and cultural exchange. I majored in Tourism English in college, which gave me a strong foundation in language learning and communication. I also lived and worked in Munich, Germany for nearly five years, so I can speak some German and truly understand the challenges of learning a new language in a foreign environment. In my free time, I enjoy reading and painting, which help me stay creative and relaxed. I look forward to helping you learn Chinese in a friendly and supportive environment! I have experience teaching Chinese to beginners and intermediate learners, focusing on building a strong foundation in pronunciation, vocabulary, and practical communication. In my lessons, I use a communicative approach, encouraging students to actively use Chinese through speaking practice, real-life dialogues, and interactive exercises. I also provide clear explanations and step-by-step guidance to make learning easier and more effective. I tailor each lesson to the student’s level, goals, and learning pace. I am especially good at helping beginners start from zero, including pinyin, tones, and basic sentence structures, so they can quickly gain confidence and begin speaking Chinese. If you’re looking for a patient and supportive teacher, I would be happy to help you on your Chinese learning journey. In my lessons, you will have plenty of opportunities to speak and practice, so you can build your confidence step by step and...
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  • Text Documents
  • Presentation slides/PPT
  • Audio files
  • Image files
  • Video files
  • Flashcards
  • Articles and news
  • Quizzes
  • Test templates and examples
  • Graphs and charts
  • Homework Assignments
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Trial Lesson
32 lessons completed
USD 8.00+
Practical Chinese Speaking Class
A1-C2
Conversation
282 lessons completed
USD 9.00+
7% off
Mandarin Conversation Practice + Error Correction + Vocabulary Expansion
A1-C2
Language Essentials
171 lessons completed
USD 9.00+
7% off
HSK Course (Levels 1–6) | Speaking, Reading, Grammar | Structured Chinese learning
A1-B2
Language Essentials
243 lessons completed
USD 9.00+
7% off
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Katja
1 Chinese (Mandarin) lesson
My first trial with Elsa was a great experience. I‘ll definitely book again. 😊
Student Tony
Tony
2 Chinese (Mandarin) lessons
The lesson with Elsa was extremely useful, at this stage focussing on the key buildings blocks of tones and pronunciation of letters. She is extremely patient and goes to a lot of trouble to help improve these vital aspects.
Student Tony
Tony
2 Chinese (Mandarin) lessons
Excellent first lesson. Elsa is very encouraging and supportive and provides motivation to set off on the long but fascinating journey of learning Mandarin.
julien ruzzi
1 Chinese (Mandarin) lesson
谢谢老师,我非常享受今天的课!
crystaline.hoover
3 Chinese (Mandarin) lessons
The trial lesson was great! Elsa adjusted her speech for my level, asked questions to see how well I could understand and respond, asked about my goals, and wrote down sentences I could learn from. I plan to take more lessons with her!
Molos Bajrami
76 Chinese (Mandarin) lessons
Elsa Liu is an excellent teacher who explains concepts clearly and creates helpful Chinese example sentences that make grammar much easier to understand. Her lessons focus strongly on speaking, and she always encourages students to form their own sentences in Chinese, which builds confidence and supports steady progress. I have learned a tremendous amount in just one month, and without her guidance I would not be as far along as I am today. She prepares every lesson carefully and adapts it to her students’ individual needs. One thing I especially appreciate is her good level of German. Whenever something is difficult to understand, she can explain it in German, making complex topics much easier to grasp, especially for beginners. She also uses many pictures and visual examples that make learning vocabulary more effective. I highly recommend Elsa Liu to anyone who wants to learn Chinese or prepare for the HSK exam.