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Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher Yamin Zhang (Peter).
5.0

4,453 Lessons

Yamin Zhang (Peter)id verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
·
English
+2

EXPERIENCED AND QUALIFIED TO TEACH WHATEVER CHINESE & ENGLISH YOU NEED TO LEARN. BELIEVE IT OR NOT. As a teacher, I am patient and supportive. As always, I am prompt . Tips for selecting a good Chinese teacher: 1. Choose a teacher from Northen China. 2. Check if the teacher can tell zh from z, sh from s, ch from c, n from l. Actually many teachers can't. 3. Make sure the teacher can do rhotic accent from letter r added to some nouns in spoken Chinese.

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USD 12.00/trial
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher Rico 黄文倩.
5.0

611 Lessons

Rico 黄文倩id verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
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Chinese (Shanghainese)
Native
·Chinese (Other)
Native
·Other
Native
·English
+1

I like making sentences and examples.实用汉语口语,从例子中掌握怎么用汉语 嗨,我是Rico老师!作为拥有5年+教学经验的外企"实战派",我特别擅长将商务场景融入中文教学(进出口/物流术语超拿手哦!)。地道的上海人让我能教你最正宗的沪语,而作为宝妈更懂如何让孩子快乐学中文。我的课堂总是充满美食话题和健身活力,用PPT+手绘让抽象语法变生动。无论是想提高商务汉语,还是体验弄堂文化,我都能让你的中文学习"接地气"又实用! 线上一对一课程,零基础或初级的儿童和成人。 使用教材丰富为,如汉语顶呱呱,中国语会话,汉语速成,HSK,我的汉语教室,走遍中国商务汉语等 丰富的商务经验,对进出口贸易,国际运输,物流供应链较为熟悉。 我上课一般比较活泼,接地气。根据不同学生的需求,偏商务,或偏日常对话地受教。我会准备PPT,或者画图板,在上课的时候分享屏幕或者写板书/绘画,让学生更加生动形象理解汉语。

USD 10.00/trial
Available 09:30 Today
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher chinalily.
5.0

2,328 Lessons

chinalilyid verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
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English
+1

Certified Chinese Mandarin teacher with over 15 years of teaching experience I was a school teacher and beganto teach Chinese Mandarin online 2007.Online lessons or face -to -face both available.More than happy to help everyone with Chinese learning.

USD 7.00/trial
Available 22:00 Today
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher Kai Aoel 凯.
5.0

5,323 Lessons

Kai Aoel 凯id verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
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English
Native
·Malay
·Indonesian
·German
+4

8 years of experience. Multilingual. Business, Academic, IELTS, Exam Prep, Kids & General. 中英文母语者 🏆 Top 1% italki teacher, trusted by students worldwide. Growing up in a multicultural society, I know the joys and challenges of acquiring new languages. My interests include travel, music, science, education, psych, business, food, films, finance, fitness, languages, literature and law. I am adaptable to different needs/styles and continue to grow as a teacher. Friendly, patient and professional, I provide: ✔ encouragement ✔ feedback ✔ explanations e.g. grammar ✔ techniques e.g. writing, listening ✔ practise sessions e.g. speaking ✔ coaching e.g. pronunciation, vocabulary, reading ✔ custom materials as necessary. 中英马来文都是我的母语。 ✔ 发音更清晰 ✔ 成人和儿童课程 ✔ 面试技巧 ✔ 听说读写 QQ = VooV 腾讯会议

USD 24.88/trial
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher ✨ Qiuqiu.
5.0

1,257 Lessons

✨ Qiuqiuid verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
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Japanese
·English
+2

PhD candidate🎈More than 5 years of teaching experience/博士課程に在学中🎈五年以上の教育経験 ——More than 5 years teaching experience in Chinese and Japanese; ——Working as a part-time Japanese teacher in domestic universities as an external teacher ——Used to be an English and japanese tutor ——五年以上的中文和日文教学经验 ——读研时曾在国内二本大学教授日语口语入门课程 ——曾做过英语和日语家教

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USD 10.00/trial
Available 01:00 Tomorrow
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher Bella Huang.
5.0

981 Lessons

Bella Huangid verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
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English
+1

🌏Experienced Online Chinese teacher | 6+ Years of experience | Teaching Adults & Children Worldwide 🤓 Why choosing me? -I am a native speaker of Chinese and I am fluent in speaking English ,so we can communicate easily. -I have certificates of TCSOL(Teaching Chinese to Speakers of other languages) and TCYL(Teaching ---Chinese to Young Learners. - More than 6000 hours online teaching experience 🤓 What will you earn? -Being able to communicate in 6 months. -Learning mandarin in fun way. -Being confident to speak Mandarin. 🤓what do I offer? -Homework for each class. -Mainly focus on communicating skills. -Daily conversation.

Kids
USD 20.00/trial
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher Min Sheng.
5.0

408 Lessons

Min Shengid verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
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English
+1

I love teaching Chinese and I can honestly say that is my passion.I have been teaching Chinese on Instagram and other platforms for over one year and I’ve got over 10,000 followers recently. Hooray!

USD 18.00/trial
Available 01:00 Tomorrow
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher Coco_He.
5.0

460 Lessons

Coco_Heid verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
·
English
+1

圣欣双语幼儿园 2015年7月 -2020年7月 幼儿老师 preply 2020年3月 -至今 对外汉语老师

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USD 5.00/trial
Available 21:00 Today
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher ❄️Krystal K..
5.0

87 Lessons

❄️Krystal K.id verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
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English

Four years teaching experiences/English teacher I specialize in conversational Chinese teaching. During our daily conversations, I offer timely corrections on grammar, vocabulary and pronunciation, along with comprehensive learning tips to help you improve holistically.I also have rich international work experience. With an IELTS Speaking score of 7.0, I possess solid English proficiency to deliver smooth and effective bilingual teaching assistance.

USD 5.00/trial
Available 02:00 Tomorrow
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher Elena Wang.
5.0

2,207 Lessons

Elena Wangid verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
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English
·Russian
+1

✨ EXPLORING CHINESE TOGETHER • 10+ Years • English | Русский 人来人往,相遇即是缘分。感谢每一位因汉语结识的你们,希望你们学有所成。 Sep 30-Oct 10 on vacation✈️ Hello everyone! I am a Chinese teacher and a Russian translator, bringing years of international trade experience into my classroom. Teaching is my true passion; for over a decade, I’ve shared many unforgettable learning memories with my students. My students constantly inspire me to keep growing. Currently, I am learning Korean. I truly understand the beauty and challenges of mastering a new language. Looking forward to exploring more of the world together with you! Teaching Timeline 2019 – Present: Focusing on interest-driven learning, cultural exploration, and mindful conversation. I also support advanced goals like Business Chinese, university admissions, and HSK/YCT prep when needed. 2016 – 2017: Volunteer Chinese Teacher at the Confucius Institute (Tbilisi Free University, Georgia), teaching students aged 7–18. 2014 – 2016: Taught global professionals from Fortune Global 500 companies (Italy, Russia, Malaysia, France, etc.) from beginner to advanced levels. Courses 1.Systematic Chinese | Comprehensive, step-by-step progression. 2.Practical Business Chinese | Focused on international trade. 3. HSK & YCT Preparation | Targeted training and high-score strategies. 4. Free Conversation Practice | Fluid, natural speaking to expand your horizons. Philosophy Teaching has been my passion for a decade. I am dedicated to making Chinese intuitive, engaging, and stress-free. Let’s unlock your confidence together.

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USD 10.00/trial
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher Emily.
5.0

484 Lessons

Emilyid verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
·
English
+1

master's in the major|certified teacher with 6 years of teaching experience本专业出身,有专业证书的教师,有6年的教学经验 1.2019.4-2019.7 厦门中学西渐线上直播汉语教学机构 助教 Online live Chinese teaching institution 2.2020.12-2021.6 线上教授7岁华裔小孩中文 Online live teaching Chinese for Chinese 7-year-old children 3.2018.9-2020.7 小学语文、初中英语家教 Primary school Chinese, junior high school English tutor

USD 11.00/trial
Available 00:00 Tomorrow
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher JUDY.
5.0

437 Lessons

JUDYid verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
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Chinese (Hakka)
Native
·Chinese (Cantonese)
·English

拥有线下6年教学经验的老师(持有教师资格证,二甲普通话证) 1️⃣2015-2017年间,我教外籍学生中文 2️⃣2018-2022年间,我在英语培训机构教学英语 3️⃣从21年成为italki老师

USD 10.00/trial
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher Genia.
5.0

887 Lessons

Geniaid verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
·
English
·Russian

🌟 WHO AM I? 👉 I used to be an animation scriptwriter and have a deep understanding of Chinese 👉 Now I’m a certified Chinese teacher with 5+ years and 3,000+ hours of experience, helping many students improve their Chinese quickly. 👉 I can speak English and Russian, and my learning experience helps me better support my students. 👉 I’m also a Chinese-learning content creator with over 90,000 followers across platforms. 🌟 WHAT ARE MY CLASSES LIKE? 👉 I design personalized lessons based on your goals. 👉 My classes are relaxed, practical, and focused on speaking and listening. 👉 I provide detailed class notes, lesson materials, and flashcards, so you can review anytime. ----------------------- 😀 Rich experience ----------------------- 👉 I have over 3,000 hours of teaching experience both offline and online. 👉 I helped my foreign friends learn Chinese and they all improved a lot. 👉 I have successfully helped language learners from all over the country, ranging in age from 5 to 70, learn Chinese. 👉 I have helped many students start learning Chinese from scratch, and most of them have now achieved fluent communication. --------------- 😀 some tips --------------- 👉 I will choose textbooks and make a study plan based on your goal and adjust the course anytime basic on student's need 👉 I explain words easily and offer you pinyin or translation 👉I offer very detailed class notes , so you could review anytime 👉 I will explain chinese hot topics and top words

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USD 30.00/trial
Available 00:00 Tomorrow
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher Mika Lee.
5.0

1,655 Lessons

Mika Leeid verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
·
English
+2

Certificated Chinese and English proficiency teacher with 6 years teaching experience / 国际中文教师证持证老师 Hi! I’m Mika in Shenzhen, your certified Chinese teacher. With many years at a HK-funded company. I speak fluent English, understand Cantonese, and know basic Korean. I teach fun, immersive Chinese (no boring drills!). My students say I’m patient, enthusiastic, and treat them like friends, making learning relaxed and enjoyable. You’ll get FREE materials: HKS, YCT textbooks/PPTs, New Practical Chinese and oral resources. I also share Chinese culture—traditional stories, Shenzhen life, and exhibitions. I’ll listen to your stories, gently correct pronunciation/grammar, and help you build confidence. Ready to start? Book a class with me today!

USD 12.00/trial
Available 01:00 Tomorrow
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher Lucy.
5.0

1,975 Lessons

Lucyid verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
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English
·Japanese
+1

Certified IPA teacher with over 6 years of teaching experience 1.I have an English degree and am currently pursuing a PhD in Linguistics in Japan, I apply scientific methods for efficient Chinese learning. 2.One year as a volunteer teacher in Tanzania, Africa, specializing in cross-cultural student support. 3.Since 2019, I've conducted over 1,500 online classes, teaching students from age 4 to 62. 1. 大学では英語を専攻し、現在は日本の大学院で言語学の博士課程に在籍しています。英語または日本語で、科学的・体系的な方法を用いてあなたの効率的な中国語習得をサポートします。 2.アフリカのタンザニアで1年間ボランティア教師として活動した、実践的な経験があります。 3. 2019年から1500回を超えるオンラインレッスン実績があります。4歳から62歳まで、あらゆる年齢の生徒様への指導経験があり、一人ひとりの学習スタイルに合わせたレッスンが可能です。 1.大学主修英语,现在日本攻读语言学博士学位,可用流利的英语或日语进行教学,用科学系统的方法帮您高效掌握中文。 2.曾在非洲坦桑尼亚担任志愿者教师一年,实地经验丰富。 3.1500+节在线课程经验,成功指导过4岁到62岁的各年龄层学生。

USD 9.00/trial
Available 23:00 Today
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher Niki Lam.
5.0

1,392 Lessons

Niki Lamid verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
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Chinese (Hokkien)
Native
·Chinese (Taiwanese)
·English
·Chinese (Cantonese)

Niki 🌟 闽南语&汉语老师 ( Adults & Kids)🥊 Hokkien and Chinese |Learn while playing My name is Niki, and I am from Quanzhou, Fujian, China. My native languages are Mandarin and Hokkien. I have 7 years of experience teaching Chinese and helping students prepare for the HSK. I offer Mandarin conversation, HSK preparation, and Hokkien classes for both children and adults. My lessons focus on speaking, daily communication, travel, culture, and practical language use. I use a student-centered and friendly teaching style, and I always adapt my lessons to each student’s level and goals. I especially enjoy helping children learn Chinese in a fun and natural way. I hope my students can learn Chinese with confidence, joy, and real progress. ✔I have seven years of Chinese teaching experience and often help students prepare for the HSK. Practice spoke Chinese and Hokkien. ✔I offer Chinese speaking courses and Chinese proficiency test courses. ✔Use child-friendly methods to help children fall in love with Chinese ✔Taking students as the center, we provide students with the most suitable learning methods and methods for them, so that students can learn with joy! I provide courses for the HSK, Chinese Conversation, and Hokkien classes 🌟Learning Objectives: Homework Tutoring, Speech Tutoring, Test Preparation, Travel and Culture, and Conversation Practice Let you learn useful knowledge happily in the game!

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USD 6.99/trial
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher 王二好 Leo.
5.0

659 Lessons

王二好 Leoid verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
+2

100% Patience / Relaxed Classroom In my teaching, I adjust the pace and vocabulary according to your level to ensure that you can learn easily. I will teach you the most authentic Chinese, which cannot be learned from books alone. 上课的时候,我会调整语速和词汇,不论你是什么水平,都可以轻松地学习。 我会教你最地道的中文,这是书本上学不到的。

USD 5.00/trial
Available 02:00 Tomorrow
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher Carina.
5.0

981 Lessons

Carinaid verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
·
English
+1

4 years experience,improve oral Chinese quickly,complete HSK teaching system,experience in kids 🔸🔸🔸🔸🔸🔸🔸🔸🔸🔸🔸🔸🔸🔸🔸🔸 ✅ 3 years teaching(3年教学经验)✅ Worked as a teacher in an offline training institution. 曾在某线下培训机构担任教师一职。 Students: From age 6 to 10 (从6岁到10岁) I was patient enough and became good friends with them.我有足够的耐心,并和他们成为了很好的朋友。 🔸🔸🔸🔸🔸🔸🔸🔸🔸🔸🔸🔸🔸🔸🔸 Now I am a full-time online teacher at italki. 现在我是itaiki的全职老师。 Students: Now from 6 to over 60(现在,从6岁到60岁以上) With more experience, I would like to help you improve your Chinese and take it to a new level according to the way you like.我有了更多的经验,愿意根据你喜爱的方式,帮助你提高你的中文,让你的中文上升到新的程度。

USD 20.00/trial
Available 09:30 Today
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher Ken.S(史堃).
5.0

2,922 Lessons

Ken.S(史堃)id verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
·
English

Major: Chinese Language and Literature Mandarin Proficiency: Level 1 (Highest Certification) Chinese is a very attractive language, it has a good rhythm, beautiful handwriting, what's more, there is a story behind every Chinese character. The evolution of Chinese characters is the history of China. Therefore, if you want to learn Chinese fully, you must understand The history and culture of China. My Mandarin level is grade 1 b. This level is second only to that of a professional broadcaster . So if you want to practice pronunciation and dialogue training, I would be your best candidate.

USD 5.00/trial
Available 09:30 Today
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher Carrie Chen.
5.0

17 Lessons

Carrie Chenid verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
·
English
+1

Qualified Senior Chinese Teacher with Extensive Experience — Business Chinese, Kids Chinese & Adult Hello everyone! 🇨🇳I'm a native Chinese teacher from China. With a journalism background and two years of professional TCFL experience, I hold a 5-star tutor rating, CTCSOL certification, Mandarin certificate and CET-4.😊 I tailor courses for business learners, exam takers (HSK/IBDP/PSLE) and spoken Chinese learners. I use interactive teaching for kids and situational practice for adults. Each lesson comes with custom notes and exercises. Book my trial lesson to start your Chinese learning journey!🎉

USD 10.00/trial

What our Chinese (Mandarin) students say

5 out of 5 • Based on 1,393,617 customer reviews

  • Kevin Wu

    Learning Chinese (Mandarin)

    I have enjoyed working with 小雪 for about a year, as I progressed from HSK3 to HSK6+. She is well read and spontaneously conversational across a wide range of topics spanning from culture to STEM. For example, she was able to correct and guide my production of domain-specific vocabulary in fields ranging from Chinese animated cow film memes, to emergent abilities in LLMs, to Scandinavian pigeon behavior...

  • Erika S

    Learning Chinese (Mandarin)

    My daughter is at a primary school in Singapore. Her school Chinese teacher often scolded her, and she came to dislike Chinese itself. Anna 老师encouraged her so much and gave her practical study tips, and they practised the oral exam and compositions together. In her composition test, she remembered what Anna 老师 had told her. She is much more positive about Chinese now. I highly recommend this teacher to any child who has lost confidence in Chinese.

  • Thu Luong

    Learning Chinese (Mandarin)

    In the beginning I trialled a few other teachers but stuck to Catherine because I found her lessons the best. I have been learning with Catherine for 6 months and have found her lessons to be engaging and very helpful. She can vary the lessons according to my needs. Initially I was travelling to China, so we did travel related lessons but now I want to improve my conversational skills, so she further adapted the lesson. She sends notes and homework after each lesson which helps me stay disciplined. I highly recommend Catherine as a tutor. Jiāyóu!

  • Мария

    Мария

    Learning Chinese (Mandarin)

    An excellent teacher — highly professional and dedicated. The classes were always conducted in a fun and highly informative manner. She helped me prepare for HSK 7–9, and it's really hard to find a teacher like her these days. Many thanks!

  • Ethan Jackson

    Ethan Jackson

    Learning Chinese (Mandarin)

    Recently my schedule has been packed and work keeps me extremely busy, yet just thinking about my Chinese lessons fills me with joy! I feel so, so lucky to have found Jianxin, a truly one-of-a-kind Chinese teacher! For someone like me who tends to bury himself in work, learning Chinese has never felt like a task or a burden. On the contrary, it's become my little escape — a quiet, joyful pause in the middle of a hectic life. I honestly believe that only Jianxin could make learning a language feel this light and magical. In class, her boundless energy and wholehearted dedication to teaching have deeply inspired me, and little by little, they've changed the way I think about learning. For me, studying Chinese isn’t a short-term goal — it’s a journey I want to pursue long-term. Every lesson gives me more than language skills; I soak up her passion and energy, leaving class excited for what’s ahead. I have the deepest admiration for Jianxin — she's truly special!

  • Philipp

    Philipp

    Learning Chinese (Mandarin)

    Jan ist der perfekte Lehrer. Immer pünktlich, die Ruhe in Person und er kann gut mit meiner tiefen Frustschwelle umgehen. Der Unterricht ist immer ein guter Mix aus kleinen Dialogen, Besprechung von Fragen und Vokabular, Aussprachetraining, Einheiten aus Lehrmitteln und freien Themen. Sein Deutsch ist wirklich ausserordentlich gut, so kann ich auch mal erklären, was ich eigentlich sagen wollte, wenn ein von mir zusammengebastelter Satz mal unverständlich ist. Meine Syntax ist teilweise an den Haaren herbeigezogen und er checkt trotzdem was ich sagen wollte. Beim Fremdsprachen lernen habe ich eine recht hohe Hemmschwelle einfach zu sprechen und sätze auszuprobieren. Bei Jan habe ich das mittlerweile verloren und kann hemmungslos üben. Ich kann Jan nur wärmstens empfehlen: immer höflich, nett, aufmerksam, kompetent und motivierend. Sein Unterricht strukturiert, lehrreich und interessant.

  • Parker

    Parker

    Learning Chinese (Mandarin)

    Zhang laoshi is a very kind and encouraging teacher! I enjoy the cheerful nature of her classes and the way she explains new words with lots of patience. She's receptive to studying any materials of my choosing, we just finished working through a Chinese mythological story I bought, she explained any words or grammar point i didn't understand. It was lots of fun! I especially like her attentiveness in correcting my pronunciation mistakes.

  • Christina Giles

    Christina Giles

    Learning Chinese (Mandarin)

    今天我们复习了语法和(词(?))。Today, we reviewed grammar and vocabulary. Yasmine was very patient with me when I had forgotten the pronunciation of some characters. First, she would give me a hint; if I still couldn't remember it, she would tell me the word again and and the meaning. I appreciate her calm and patient way of teaching me, because helps me gain the confidence/motivation to practice, instead of avoiding it due to fear of making mistakes. 谢谢老师。

  • Vance

    Vance

    Learning Chinese (Mandarin)

    I've studied with Dan regularly for five years and I recommend him for all levels of learners! It can be difficult to find a reliable teacher on italki, but he has been very reliable for a long time. He provides the structure and the materials. We follow the HSK textbooks and he is very flexible, working at whatever pace suits you, slowing down when something needs more time. He also has deep knowledge of Chinese culture and history, which really helps put things into context and is always fun to learn about. So much of what I know about China comes from Dan. He is well-prepared and very experienced.

  • Luke

    Luke

    Learning Chinese (Mandarin)

    Was an absolute pleasure to start with Eva today. She quickly adapted to my level with incredible precision, and was happy to let my ADHD-topic-hopping brain run free at times while also keeping us on task. Learned lots of new words but most importantly: she has excellent control of how fast she speaks (I prefer practicing with fast speech for the challenge of hanging on for dear life as meaning flies by and I try to catch it as this is how real life happens) while also tailoring word choice and grammatical styling. She also came very prepared even for the first lesson!

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Frequently asked questions

What level of Chinese do I need to have before taking conversational Chinese classes?

Before taking conversational Chinese classes, it’s recommended that you have at least a basic understanding of the language, ideally at a beginner (A1) or lower-intermediate (A2) level. This would include being familiar with basic vocabulary, simple sentence structures, and common phrases. While it’s possible to start conversational lessons as a complete beginner, having some foundation in pronunciation (like tones) and basic characters will make the process smoother and more effective.

Conversational Chinese classes are designed to help you improve speaking and listening skills, so knowing some basic grammar and vocabulary will allow you to participate in conversations more easily. If you’re a beginner, your tutor will likely focus on building your confidence and helping you practice simple conversations. If you’re at a more intermediate level, the focus can shift to more complex sentence structures and deeper discussions.

Can I take online conversational Chinese classes?

Yes, you can definitely take online conversational Chinese classes, and italki is a great platform for this! It offers one-on-one lessons with native Chinese-speaking tutors who can help you practice speaking, improve your listening skills, and build your confidence in real-life conversations. Whether you’re a beginner or more advanced, you can find a tutor who tailors lessons to your specific needs, helping you focus on topics that interest you, like daily life, travel, or business Chinese. Online conversational Chinese classes are highly flexible, allowing you to schedule lessons at times that suit you, and you can learn from the comfort of your own home.

How many classes do I need to take to become fluent in Chinese?

The number of classes needed to become fluent in Chinese depends on several factors, including your starting level, learning goals, and how much time you can dedicate to studying. For beginners, fluency can take several years to achieve, with consistent study and practice. On average, it might take around 600 to 1,200 hours of study to reach conversational fluency, which can equate to about 1-2 years of regular lessons.

However, becoming fluent also involves immersion, practice outside of lessons, and exposure to the language in different contexts. The key is consistency – taking lessons regularly, engaging in conversations, and practicing vocabulary, pronunciation, and grammar. Additionally, actively using the language in real-world situations will significantly speed up your progress.

Setting specific milestones and working closely with a tutor on conversational practice can help accelerate your learning and give you a clearer idea of how many lessons you might need to become fluent.

Who are the tutors that will be teaching the conversational Chinese classes?

The tutors teaching conversational Chinese classes on italki are native speakers or highly proficient speakers of Chinese, with a variety of teaching backgrounds and expertise. Some tutors are professional language instructors with formal teaching qualifications, while others are informal teachers with extensive experience in helping learners improve their conversational skills. These tutors come from diverse regions where Chinese is spoken, offering a range of accents and dialects (Mandarin, Cantonese, etc.).

Many tutors also specialize in different areas, such as business Chinese, travel vocabulary, or preparing for Chinese language exams. You can choose a tutor based on your personal learning goals, preferences, and their teaching style. Tutor profiles on italki include information about their qualifications, experience, teaching methods, and reviews from other students, helping you select the right match for your conversational practice.

How do I sign up for conversational Chinese classes?

To sign up for conversational Chinese classes on italki, follow these steps:

Create an Account: If you don’t already have an account, visit italki.com and sign up by entering your email or connecting through a social media account.

Browse Tutors: Once logged in, go to the “Teachers” section and search for conversational Chinese tutors. You can filter your search based on criteria like availability, teaching style, experience, and reviews from other students.

Check Tutor Profiles: Review the profiles of different tutors, which include their qualifications, lesson offerings, teaching approach, and availability. Many tutors also offer trial lessons, allowing you to get a feel for their teaching style before committing to a regular class.

Book a Lesson: Once you find a tutor you like, click on their profile and choose a time slot that fits your schedule. You’ll be able to select the lesson type (such as conversational practice or specific skills) and pay for the lesson directly through the platform.

Start Learning: After booking, you’ll be able to join your lesson through italki’s video call feature. You can communicate directly with your tutor to focus on improving your conversational skills.

Ready to start learning Chinese today? Sign up now to find the perfect Chinese teacher for you and take your language skills to the next level!