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Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher ⭐Mia(kids&adults).
5.0

1,391 Lessons

⭐Mia(kids&adults)id verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
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English
·Korean
+1

Experienced certified teacher/Specialized in kids and beginners/Fun and relaxed learning I'm easy going and patient enough to teach 2000+ chinese lessons in reality and online. Now I am a junior high school teacher in the public middle school. I am good at teaching kids and beginners. *Language institution:hired by company to teach business Chinese( culture difference and technical terms expresstion) and Chinese lesson for kids,HSK examination for beginners, intermediates and advanced level learners. *Home tutor:help the foreign students to pass the HSK and do Chinese homework;teach the housewife and company employee Chinese converstion;teach the kids to learn Pronunciation,pinyin,conversation and text. *Online Chinese teacher: 2 years *Chinese middle school teacher:2 years.

USD 10.00/trial
Available 08:00 Today
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher 杜老师 Jane-Ольга.
5.0

837 Lessons

杜老师 Jane-Ольгаid verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
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Russian
·English

10+ yrs. teaching🌟Become a confident and fluent Chinese speaker with my unique teaching method! 2016.12-2019.12 Chinese tutor for foreign students in Chengdu, China. 2018.12-2019.05 Chinese teacher for kids in Nizhny Novgorod, Russia. 2020.09-now Chinese teacher online.

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

2,707 Lessons

wangyiid verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
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English
·Thai

HSK1; HSK2; HSK3; HSK4; HSK5; 中文对话; 儿童故事 I'm both a Chinese teacher and a language learner, so I know what it's like to learn a new language—it can be a big challenge and takes courage! I tailor my lessons to suit your level and make learning Chinese easier. I had been teaching Mandarin for five years for adults and also I had the experience to teach kids with picturebook. I am super outgoing and always feel fun with my student. I try to do different fun things in my class with my students so that they enjoy speaking Mandarin and improve their level a lot. According to your level from the first class. I will prepare different learning content for you. including pronunciation, Chinese characters, grammar, daily conversation, or exam.

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USD 15.00/trial
Available 22:00 Today
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher Karen Shi.
5.0

1,244 Lessons

Karen Shiid verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
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English
+2

你好!:) I currently teaching students from dozens of countries around the world. I have helped students with all kind of learning purpose.

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USD 15.00/trial
Available 23:00 Today
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher YOYO.
YOYOid verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
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Chinese (Hokkien)
Native
·English
·Chinese (Cantonese)

拥有五年的认证中文老师 我已经教学了几千个小时。我的学生在学习上取得了良好的进步。我的学生成功地通过了HSK考试,能够自信地用中文表达自己,并提高了他们的商务技能。”

USD 30.00/trial
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher Lucy.
5.0

1,988 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
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher Hebe Lin.
5.0

2,018 Lessons

Hebe Linid verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
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English
Native
·Spanish
+1

Certified teacher for HSK AND YCT 🎓Over 8 years of experience I graduated from a well-known university in China in 2014 . Until now, I have 8 years of experience in teaching Chinese. I have a lively and cheerful personality and good at interacting with students and creating classroom atmosphere. I have studied in the United States for half a year and have a deep understanding of western culture. I can teach Chinese by fluent English. 我于2014年毕业于闽南师范大学,具有8年的对外汉语教学经验。我非常热爱教师这份职业,能够熟练运用英文/中文进行教学,在美国游学期间,通过语言交换积累了丰富的教学经验,同时极大的提升了口语水平;回国之后,继续从事对外汉语老师工作。

USD 9.99/trial
Available 18:00 Today
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher Liko Ou.
5.0

668 Lessons

Liko Ouid verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
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Chinese (Cantonese)
Native
·English
+2

I have three years of teaching experience, teaching students from children to adult. I can teach all levels of students. For kids, I know how to interact with them in funny ways, like we play games, watch videos, read flashcards. For beginners or teenagers or adult, based on your objective, I will design the plans for you and prepare your personal materials for you in every class. We will use whiteboard to learn Chinese pinyin and characters. More importantly, we will listen to short stories and make simple conversation. My courses will be student-centered and can be customized based on students' requirements and interests.

USD 5.00/trial
Available 01:30 Tomorrow
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher Cici M.
5.0

371 Lessons

Cici Mid verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
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English
+1

12 years University Mandarin teacher/Major in Teaching Chinese to Speakers of Other Languages. 中国人,来自河北(汉语普通话发音最标准的地方).我说标准普通话。我的英文非常流利,我是汉语国际教育专业硕士毕业,在中国🇨🇳和马来西亚🇲🇾的大学里都做过中文老师。目前,我居住在英国。 欢迎朋友们跟我快乐地学习中文~ Native Chinese speaker from Hebei, North part of China, very near to Beijing, speak Standard Mandarin, have no any dialectal accent. I can also speak very fluent English! My master degree is Teaching Chinese to Speakers of Other Languages. Many years full-time experiences in teaching foreigners Mandarin both online and offline in China and Malaysia Universities.Very familiar with the difficulties when U learn~ Currently I'm living in UK. Welcome everyone to talk with me:) 河北省出身の中国人で、標準中国語を話します。 私は中国とマレーシアの大学で中国語教師として働いてきました。 友達の皆さん、私と一緒に楽しく中国語を学びましょう Currently I'm living in UK Many years experiences of teaching Mandarin in China, Malaysia universities. Both online and offline teaching. Students from all over the world. Speak fluent English and a little Japanese. I can offer the Textbook course and Conversation course. My class is lively, relax and professional, I will offer Mandarin course with full enthusiasm and patience

USD 7.00/trial
Available 18:30 Today
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher Kai Aoel 凯.
5.0

5,349 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
Available 01:00 Tomorrow
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher 丁子健(Daniel Ding).
5.0

2,322 Lessons

丁子健(Daniel Ding)id verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
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Chinese (Other)
Native
·English
·Chinese (Cantonese)
·Japanese
·Korean
·German

A native Chinese teacher and doctor with over 7 years of teaching experience I've been teaching Chinese for more than 7 years in the uni so I'm confident in teaching this one of the hardest languages in the world. Ich unterrichte seit mehr als 7 Jahren Chinesisch an der Uni und bin daher zuversichtlich, diese eine der schwierigsten Sprachen der Welt zu unterrichten. 私は大学で7年以上中国語を教えてきたので、これは世界で最も難しい言語の1つを教えることに自信を持っています。 Recently i post Chinese videos on Youtube , and you can subscribe my channel and learn Chinese for free: https://youtu.be/FovfIPXXjDI

USD 14.00/trial
Available 22:00 Today
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher Sisi Wang.
5.0

2,149 Lessons

Sisi Wangid verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
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Chinese (Other)
Native
·English
+2

5 years + 13400 hours of teaching experience⭐️ 7 years of teaching experience in Chinese middle schools, 5 years of online teaching experience, over 120 students from all over the world, and more than 13400 teaching hours.

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USD 15.00/trial
Available 12:00 Today
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher Ruby.
5.0

629 Lessons

Rubyid verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
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Chinese (Other)
Native
·English
·Chinese (Cantonese)

Certified Mandarin teacher with Education & Business background 我对语言学习交流的热情萌芽于大学时代在北京教授同校留学生汉语的经历,随后的十多年海内外多行业职场打拼为我创造了各种与不同文化背景个体、团队交流的机会,极大地锻炼了我的沟通交流能力,而在加拿大学习和获取幼儿早期教育文凭的经历,更让我进一步积累了教授儿童英文和中文的经验和方法。 I have:  offline Mandarin tutoring experience with foreign students starting from the university period  offline Mandarin and English teaching experience with both kids and adults in Canada  3+ years of online Mandarin tutoring experience with both kids and adults who are from beginners, middle and advanced level learners, HSK test takers to business people  tailored courses in Fun Mandarin, Fun Characters, and Easy Conversation, and win the praises of all students

USD 8.00/trial
Available 01:00 Tomorrow
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher Helena.
5.0

3,490 Lessons

Helenaid verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
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Chinese (Cantonese)
Native
·English
·Chinese (Other)
Native
·Chinese (Taiwanese)
Native
·German
+1

Certified Chinese Teacher helping students break the language barrier and gain confidence ☆ I have been helping my students learn Chinese and English for years. ☆ English is a non-tonal language. Thus, it sounds very different from tone languages such as Mandarin Chinese or Cantonese. In tone languages, pitch (the degree of highness or lowness of a tone) is used to distinguish word meaning. So a word said with high pitch may have a different meaning than the same word said with a low pitch. ☆ In English, much information is carried by the use of auxiliaries and by verb inflections: is/are/were, eat/eats/ate/eaten, etc. Chinese, on the other hand, is an uninflected language and conveys meaning through word order, adverbials or shared understanding of the context.

USD 10.00/trial
Available 00:30 Tomorrow
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher Lucy Liu.
5.0

619 Lessons

Lucy Liuid verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
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English
+1

***目前暂不接收十四岁以下学生*** 你好,我是Lucy,来自天津。天津是一座悠闲美丽的海滨城市。平时我喜欢读书、种花、旅行……我也喜欢和朋友聚在一起聊天,了解不同行业和文化。 Hello, I'm Lucy. I come from Tianjin which is a laid-back and beautiful seaside city. Usually I like to read, plant flowers, travel... I also like to get together with friends to chat, understand different industries and cultures. 我曾经到偏远地区做义工,教学生们语文课。参加了播音主持培训,获得国家语言文字工作委员会认定的普通话一级乙等证书。在课堂上,我会针对你感兴趣的话题,教你如何用准确的词汇,句子和发音表达自己。 I have been to remote areas of the primary school to do voluntary work, teaching students language classes. I have obtained a certificate of Mandarin. In this class, I will teach you how to express yourself with accurate words, sentences, and pronunciations on topics that interest you. 🚀日常口语练习🚀旅行中需要用到的中文🚀留学🚀你感兴趣的其他话题🚀 无论你想练习口语,提高中文水平,或者希望了解更多中国文化,都可以来找我,随时欢迎你预定我的课程,期待与你在课堂见面。 Whether you want to practice oral Chinese, improve your Chinese, or want to learn more about Chinese culture, you can come to me. You are welcome to book my course anytime. I look forward to meeting you in class.

USD 7.00/trial
Available 00:00 Tomorrow
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher Lin.
5.0

331 Lessons

Linid verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
+1

🌟5+ years experience 💖 Great for advanced 🤡 Fun and relaxed classes 🍻 Daily & business I have many years of experience in Chinese teaching and rich life experiences. I have helped many foreign friends learn Chinese, and with my assistance, they have all made great progress. I am proficient in teaching the intermediate and advanced levels of the HSK , spoken Chinese, and business Chinese. I will design effective course content according to your Chinese proficiency level and personal needs, and I will keep in touch with you at any time to adjust the course content. My courses are rich and interesting, covering new words, grammar, spoken language, listening comprehension, as well as Chinese customs and culture.

USD 5.00/trial
Available 08:00 Today
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher samm.
5.0

2,750 Lessons

sammid verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
+1

IF YOU WANT LEARN CHINESE OR LEARN ABOUT CHINESE CULTURE ,COME HERE 有6年的教学经验 With six years of dedicated experience in Chinese language instruction, I specialize in enhancing students' proficiency across all levels. My teaching methodology integrates elements of Chinese history, literature, and geography to create engaging and culturally rich learning experiences. Holding a degree in Chinese Language, I bring academic rigor to my pedagogical approach. Beyond the classroom, my professional interests span multiple disciplines including geography, geology, architecture, history, archaeology, and literature. This interdisciplinary perspective informs my teaching, allowing me to contextualize language learning within real-world scenarios, from architectural terminology to

USD 12.00/trial
Available 12:00 Today
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher Yuli - HSK&Speaking.
5.0

5,685 Lessons

Yuli - HSK&Speakingid verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
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Chinese (Other)
Native
·English
·Japanese
·Chinese (Cantonese)
+2

Structured Chinese lessons for all levels | HSK, Speaking & Practical Chinese Hi, I'm Yuli, a professional Chinese teacher from China, now based in France. I help students build Chinese systematically and use what they learn with confidence, from complete beginners to advanced learners. 🎯 My lessons are for: • Beginners who want to learn step by step • Intermediate learners who feel stuck when speaking • Advanced learners who want more accurate, natural Chinese • HSK/HSKK students preparing for exams • Learners with personal or professional goals 📚 In my lessons, you will: ✓ build accurate, natural sentences ✓ improve pronunciation and tones ✓ speak with more confidence ✓ understand grammar through practical examples ✓ remember and use what you learn You don't need to search for materials or decide what to study next. I provide a clear learning path, structured materials, practice and personalized corrections based on your level and goals. I have taught 5,600+ lessons on italki and many private students. My students have started from zero, passed HSK exams with strong scores, and become confident using Chinese. I speak English and Japanese and can support you when needed. 📌 Before booking: Prices are for 1-to-1 lessons. For two students 🧑‍🤝‍🧑 or children 🧒, please contact me first. Lessons should be cancelled or rescheduled at least 24 hours in advance. In the trial lesson, we'll check your level, discuss your goals and create a clear learning plan. Complete beginners are welcome. No preparation is needed.

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USD 18.00/trial
Available 05:30 Tomorrow
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher demi.
4.9

1,040 Lessons

demiid verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
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Japanese
·English

★ ❝Chinese Japanese Teacher❞ with 14 years of experience, Beginners and travelers are available Teaching Approach: • Customized Lessons: I adapt my teaching methods based on your goals, whether it’s daily conversation, business language, or exam preparation. • Interactive Learning: Engage in role-play conversations, utilize videos to make learning enjoyable. • Flexible Materials: A variety of resources to suit different learning styles and proficiency levels. Why me? • Over a decade of teaching experience. • Trilingual ability enhances communication and understanding. • Passionate about languages and helping others succeed. If you’re seeking a comfortable, interesting, and effective way to learn Chinese or Japanese, Let’s embark on this exciting language journey together!

USD 6.00/trial
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher Linda X.
5.0

8,060 Lessons

Linda Xid verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
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English
·Korean
+2

master degree,10 years teaching experience,relaxing class atmosphere,special learning materials Good at HSK teaching,conversational lesson, I have taught students from all over the world, such as the United States, the United Kingdom, Canada, South Korea, Thailand, Sri Lanka, etc. Help students pass HSK test with high marks.I'm a humor and open-minded listener,during my conversational lesson,I will set the topic according to students' level and need.

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USD 13.00/trial

What our Chinese (Mandarin) students say

5 out of 5 • Based on 1,396,563 customer reviews

  • Ghanimah

    Ghanimah

    Learning Chinese (Mandarin)

    It has been 3 weeks since I’ve started learning Mandarin with Pei in anticipation for my trip to Taiwan. I truly could not have chosen a better teacher! Pei is extremely kind, encouraging, and patient! After gauging my level and discussing my goals during the trial lesson, she was able to immediately provide me with the perfect learning plan based on my needs; and it has been going flawlessly! I am progressing quickly, and feel that I have built up the confidence I’ll need to communicate with ease during my trip. One thing I love about Pei’s lessons is how immersive they are. She always encourages me to use Mandarin wherever possible, even if I happen to say something in passing that’s unrelated to the lesson. That way, the language rolls off my tongue more naturally. She also teaches me everyday vocab & phrases used in Taiwan that aren’t found in textbooks, which I love! I can't recommend Pei enough!

  • 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!

  • Alex

    Alex

    Learning Chinese (Mandarin)

    I've been studying Mandarin Chinese at the beginner from Maggie for a few months now, and I like the approach she takes. She gives instruction just in Chinese as much as possible, using objects around us and word sheets she's made as chances to introduce vocabulary. She's also willing to explain usage patterns (e.g. grammar, word choice), again in Chinese as much as possible with written examples. Today I managed to describe my weekend to her in Chinese. It took some back and forth, but she used every difficulty as a chance to teach something new.

  • 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.

  • Lan Youtube

    Learning Chinese (Mandarin)

    As a Vietnamese speaker who speaks both English and Vietnamese, I also appreciate that Jenny is fluent in both languages. She can explain Chinese concepts clearly in either English or Vietnamese, which is especially helpful when I have difficulty understanding a particular grammar point or expression. Her ability to explain Chinese from both language perspectives makes learning much easier and more effective. She provides well-structured and easy-to-follow learning materials, which makes it much easier to review and understand each lesson. What I especially appreciate is her ability to understand the challenges I face as a Vietnamese speaker learning Chinese. She recognizes that certain Chinese sounds, grammar structures, and sentence patterns can be confusing from a Vietnamese learner’s perspective. Overall, she is a patient, supportive, and knowledgeable teacher. Her structured approach and clear explanations have helped me build a stronger foundation in Chinese.

  • 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。

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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!