Chinese (Mandarin) teacher 李子木 Lǐ Zǐmù

李子木 Lǐ Zǐmù

Community Tutor
Teaches
Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
Speaks
English
Russian
✅Kids/Adults ✅Beginner/Intermediate/Advanced
From ChinaLiving in Shenzhen, China (05:42 UTC+08:00)
About Me
italki teacher since Feb 25, 2020
InterestsFoodSports & FitnessFilms & TV SeriesTravelPets & Animals
Hello! I’m Teacher Zimu from Shandong, the hometown of Confucius. I have 5 years of experience teaching Chinese online and offer fun, effective lessons for learners of all ages and levels, including beginners. I'm patient, friendly, and always adapt lessons to your pace and goals. I specialize in spoken and travel Chinese, using cultural stories, anime quotes, and memory tricks to make learning engaging. After class, I provide custom review materials. Outside teaching, I love swimming, anime, and food. Message me anytime—let’s learn and have fun together!
5.0
Rating
434
Students
6389
Lessons
100%
Attendance rate
100%
Response rate

Chinese (Mandarin) Lessons

Trial Lesson
127 lessons completed
USD 8.00+
Fun Chinese Lessons for Children
A1 -  B2

Language Essentials

1,904 lessons completed
USD 13.00+
Package with 16% off
Engaging Chinese Lessons for Grown-Ups
A1 -  C2

Language Essentials

1,240 lessons completed
USD 13.00+
Package with 16% off
HSK1-6 course and preparation
A1 -  B2

Language Essentials

1,683 lessons completed
USD 13.00+
Package with 16% off
A Course for Students Who Have Completed 50 Lessons with Me
A1 -  C2

Language Essentials

725 lessons completed
USD 11.00+
Package with 13% off
For Students Taking 3+ Classes Per Week
A1 -  C2

Conversation

40 lessons completed
USD 11.00+
Package with 10% off

Availability

My creations
Podcast (10)
Quiz (44)

321 Reviews

Student Mohsin age 13
Mohsin age 13
112 Chinese (Mandarin) lessons
Teacher’s pick
My son is learning Chinese with Teacher Zimy, who is truly wonderful. She provides excellent resources and explains everything clearly, making learning enjoyable and effective.
Sep 29, 2025
Student Ally
Ally
41 Chinese (Mandarin) lessons
Teacher’s pick
I always learn a lot with Zimu, we follow structured classes but she adapts them to what I already know which is perfect. She also gives me cultural information which is very useful. Thank you !
Jul 3, 2024
Jonathan Moore
16 Chinese (Mandarin) lessons
李子木 is great at speaking at a level that is easy for me to follow, and I like it when she explains words I don't know by describing them in easier Chinese. She's also really skilled at facilitating the conversation such that it flows naturally without stagnating.
Mar 14, 2026
Student Leonora
Leonora
61 Chinese (Mandarin) lessons
Teacher’s pick
李子木 is an amazing teacher. I started studying with her a long time ago, after trying many different tutors and when I still couldn't express myself in Chinese. It was very difficult at first, but she was the only one who truly understood my needs and adapted the lessons accordingly. She is extremely patient, skilled, and capable of helping students make real progress in learning Chinese. After taking a year-long break, I came back to her because she’s simply the best! I highly recommend her.
May 1, 2025
Jonathan Moore
16 Chinese (Mandarin) lessons
李老师 is great at speaking at a level I understand while giving me plenty of repeated exposure to new words. She's skilled at bringing conversation topics to talk about (e.g. Chinese culture and news) so that I get plenty of natural conversation practice in which I'm learning things about current events or culture.
Apr 7, 2026
Student Sophia
Sophia
20 Chinese (Mandarin) lessons
очередной прекрасный и позитивный урок! Zimu вдохновляет и мотивирует, все отлично!
Feb 13, 2026