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Elsa Liu
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Community TutorTeaches
Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
Speaks
English
German
Other
Beginner Chinese Tutor | Patient & Easygoing | Speak from Day 1
Teaches
Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
Speaks
English
German
Other
Beginner Chinese Tutor | Patient & Easygoing | Speak from Day 1
About Me
Me as a Teacher
My lessons & teaching style
From ChinaLiving in Other, China (21:27 UTC+08:00)
About Me
italki teacher since Apr 7, 2026InterestsMusicTravelFilms & TV SeriesFoodPets & Animals
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!Me as a Teacher
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. My lessons & teaching style
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 use Chinese in real-life situations.
Don’t worry if you are a beginner — I will guide you from the very beginning and help you feel comfortable speaking Chinese.
Book a trial lesson with me, and let’s start learning Chinese together!My teaching material
- PDF file
- 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
4.9
Rating
18
Students
22
Lessons
100%
Attendance rate
100%
Response rate
Chinese (Mandarin) Lessons
Practical Chinese Speaking Class
A1 - C2Conversation12 lessons completed
USD 5.00+
Package with 18% off
Mandarin Conversation Practice + Error Correction + Vocabulary Expansion
A1 - C2Language Essentials4 lessons completed
USD 6.00+
Package with 10% off
HSK Course (Levels 1–6) | Speaking, Reading, Grammar | Structured Chinese learning
A1 - B1Language Essentials5 lessons completed
USD 6.00+
Package with 10% off
Fun Chinese for Kids | YCT Preparation (Songs & Speaking)
A1 - C2Language Essentials0 lessons completed
USD 6.00+
Package with 10% off
Easy Steps to Chinese Course | Learn Naturally & Speak with Confidence
A1 - B2Conversation0 lessons completed
USD 6.00+
Package with 10% off
Availability
9 Reviews
Lara
1 Chinese (Mandarin) lesson
She's been so patient and answered every question I've had even if they paused the schedule a bit.
I've learned new words that r useful for my daily routine and explained very well so i can not just learn a word, but understand it.
Only 30 min and I have a lot to repass now.
Also, she's been so kind the whole time and put at ease the lil nerves I've had speaking the language. So thankss!!
And 谢谢你 for encouraging me to learn more from this precious language ^^
Apr 21, 2026
Max 石月兔
2 Chinese (Mandarin) lessons
Elsa is amazing, really makes me want to study harder. We discussed a Chinese tv drama today , and was perfect:)
Apr 21, 2026
Christian Timm
1 Chinese (Mandarin) lesson
Very patient and chill teacher I would 100% recommend
Apr 20, 2026
Trevor 康明
1 Chinese (Mandarin) lesson
Thank you for the great lesson, Elsa! It was a pleasure to get a chance to chat with you today to help refresh some of my Mandarin. It was very easy to find a variety of different topics to chat about with you. You gave me some great new vocabulary words and language tips and I'm looking forward to next time.
Apr 22, 2026
Alessio Bertolini
1 Chinese (Mandarin) lesson
I really enjoyed the class very much! She is very patient to teach! I'll have more classes
Apr 20, 2026
Wilson Chen
1 Chinese (Mandarin) lesson
Elsa was wonderfully patient and supportive. The lesson moved at just the right pace. Her explanations were always clear and helpful. I highly recommend her class.
Apr 19, 2026
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