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Our conversational Chinese classes are tailored to your needs and skill level, whether you're a beginner or an advanced learner.

Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher 王丽娜.
5.0

275 Lessons

王丽娜id verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
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English
B1
+1

我在大学期间帮助外国朋友学习中文,毕业后也在一直在兼职教中文,我有两年的语言教学经验,我的学生中三岁到四十岁的都有。I helped my foreign friends learn Chinese when I was in University. After graduation, I have been teaching Chinese part-time。I have two years of language teaching experience,My students are from three to forty years old.

USD 5.00/trial
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher Tess Jiang.
5.0

1,411 Lessons

Tess Jiangid verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
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Chinese (Other)
Native
·Other
Native
+1

Hello everyone, my name is Tess, am a teacher here on italki, I am 28 years old, and I’m from China in Sichuan 2 hours away from Chengdu, which has a vast variety of delicious food and of course pandas. I've been working in English training center for 5 years,I am 28 years old, I have a lots of passions, including traveling, spots and meeting new people, of course I’m learning languages.I’m comfortable teaching age from 4 years old all up to adults, level form beginners up to intermediate level, I can help you become more confident in your Chinese speaking, be able to have fluent conversational.I'm an open mind person, I'd love to take more fresh and interesting tings from the world.

USD 8.00/trial
Available 08:00 Tomorrow
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher Allen.
4.9

1,225 Lessons

Allenid verified
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Community Tutor
Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
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Chinese (Cantonese)
Native
·English
C2
+1

I have taught Chinese to the children at a public welfare institution in Italy before when I was an interchange student. At the same time, I have IELTS and TOEFL certificate.

USD 9.00/trial
Available 08:00 Tomorrow
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher Tingting Xu.
5.0

63 Lessons

Tingting Xuid verified
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Community Tutor
Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
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English
C2
+1

Expert Mandarin Tutor | 3000+ Hours Exp. | Life Chinese | Zero to Fluency Specialist 🌟What Makes My Lessons Different? • Cultural Context: You won’t just learn words; you’ll learn the "Why" behind them—the history, the culture, and the logic. • Customized Materials: After every class, you receive organized notes and audio files tailored to your learning needs. • High Engagement: I am passionate, patient, and highly attentive. I will challenge you to speak more than I do!

USD 30.00/trial
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher April(kids&adults).
5.0

936 Lessons

April(kids&adults)id verified
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Professional Teacher
Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
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English
C1
+1

Chinese Mandarin classes for kids & adults. Nearly 8 years Mandarin teaching experience in Canada . 🌞1. Worked as a professor in Shenyang Pharceutical University for 20 years. 🌈2. Worked as a teacher in Calgary Mandarin School for nearly 8 years . 🧡3. I have been working on italki since May 20 ,2021.

Test PreparationKids
USD 10.00/trial
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher Vivian Vuong.
5.0

3,468 Lessons

Vivian Vuongid verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
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Chinese (Cantonese)
Native
·English
Native
·Vietnamese
Native
+1

Learn Language with Multi-lingual Teacher As a teacher and a working person, I understand your struggles of having to balance between work, life and studying too. So my job, as your teacher is to accommodate you and your schedules to the best of my ability. At the same time, my lessons are informative but definitely not stressful. 100% of my students would say that my classes offer them the best of both worlds, since they can take things easier after a busy work day while still able to learn new knowledge. So if you're looking for that silver lining, I'm definitely suitable for you.

Business
USD 5.00/trial
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher Shin Li.
5.0

24 Lessons

Shin Liid verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
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English
C2
·Japanese
B2
+2

🎓Highly certified Edinburgh graduate with 8+ years teaching experience |Engaging & Reflective Driven by my passion for language education, I have been involved in language- and teaching-related work since my undergraduate years. My academic and professional journey has taken me to New Zealand, the United Kingdom, the Netherlands, and Thailand, where I have immersed myself in diverse linguistic and cultural working environments. During my time at the University of Edinburgh, I earned a Master’s degree in Language Education, receiving systematic training in cutting-edge language teaching theories, methodologies, and modern instructional techniques. Since 2023, I have been working at the Faculty of Humanities at Nakhon Ratchasima Rajabhat University in Thailand as a lecturer.

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

1,711 Lessons

Evieid verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
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Chinese (Taiwanese)
Native
·English
C2
·Spanish
C1
·French
B2
+1

I have great patience in teaching. It's not only because I have always loved language learning, but also because I appreciate the opportunities to meet more different people and to exchange our different perspectives. Because of my educational (MBA) and career background, I can also contribute if the students are interested in the business environment of Chinese-speaking countries.

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

942 Lessons

Jassy Fongid verified
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Community Tutor
Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
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English
C2
·Chinese (Cantonese)
C1
+1

19年起从事中英文教学+8分雅思听力满分+PTE8炸阅读满分+海外上班族 Focus on culture, authentication and pronunciation since 2019. Hey! Thanks for checking out my profile. I’m Jassy, a passionate tutor since 2019. I’m a bubbly, happy person who believes a fun, interactive lesson allows for efficient and effortless learning. I’m a language learner myself. Besides fluency in Mandarin, English, and Cantonese, I’m picking up French at Alliance Française from my middle school studies. Understanding the path to achieving proficiency, I can tailor the lessons to your needs. Topics are unlimited with me! I’m a nature lover, a dancer, a musical addict, a solo backpacker and a foodie! Recently, I’ve spent my time on 3D printing, nail art design, Cannes films, and outdoor activities. Please feel free to dm me!

USD 8.00/trial
Available 08:00 Tomorrow
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher olivia.
oliviaid verified
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Professional Teacher
Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
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English
C2
+2

Experienced Chinese Teacher | Taught in China & Ecuador | All Ages Welcome Hello, my name is Olivia. I am a native Mandarin speaker from Xi’an, China—an ancient capital renowned for its rich history and the world-famous Terracotta Warriors. With six years of teaching experience, I am fluent in English and possess conversational proficiency in Spanish. 👩‍🏫My teaching journey began in China, where I taught English at an institution and founded 'Tree House,' an outdoor English-speaking club designed to move language learning beyond traditional classroom boundaries and into real-life scenarios. Currently, I am based in Ecuador, where I teach both Chinese and English to students ranging from ages 3 to 60. I specialize in creating personalized learning plans tailored to each student’s needs, focusing on practical communication skills for everyday situations such as shopping, dining, and traveling. I believe that language is a living tool🔨, and my approach emphasizes authentic, useful expressions over rigid, textbook-based methods or exam-oriented learning. My goal is to help students build confidence and use Chinese comfortably in real-world contexts.

Kids
USD 9.00/trial
Available 08:00 Tomorrow
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher shengdi Kylie.
5.0

1,434 Lessons

shengdi Kylieid verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
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English
B2

Learning Chinese can be easy and fun. 我从2021年起在italki上教中文,积累了一些教学资料和不同的教学方法。帮助我的学生们大幅提高了汉语口语水平、阅读能力以及写作能力。我使用的方法包括但不限于纠正发音、积累词汇、强化语法。 I've been teaching Mandarin online since 2021. I like to ask about your preferred learning style and goals. I have accumulated many different teaching methods and materials and can use whichever best suits you. I'll use the easiest way to help you learn Chinese efficiently.

USD 5.00/trial
Available 08:00 Tomorrow
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher 那小鱼Fish.
5.0

33 Lessons

那小鱼Fishid verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
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English
B2
+1

Daily speaking|Business Chinese |Travel Chinese |HSK In my years of teaching, students range from kindergarten children to adults. For young kids, I use children’s songs, picture books and interactive games to spark interest, helping them learn basic vocabulary and Pinyin while playing. For adults, I adjust focus based on scenarios (daily/business communication) and goals (HSK preparation) to solve practical problems. Besides, I have online teaching experience, know various teaching tools well, helping many go from “zero foundation” to “proficient use”.

Test Preparation
USD 15.00/trial
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher ruìyī   cái.
5.0

426 Lessons

ruìyī cáiid verified
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Professional Teacher
Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
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English
B1
+1

with 20 years experience. I'm a teacher with 20 years experience. My teaching method is mainly conversational immersion; I create study plans that match a student's language levels, abilities, and learning style to ensure a comfortable learning environment, which will enable quick and efficient language acquisition. I expect students to work hard along with me so that you can truly start to see results. I specialize in helping you improve your Mandarin speaking skills and vocabulary and also HSK Test preparation. During our Chinese language lessons, I also hope to help students gain a deeper understanding and love of Chinese culture.

USD 8.00/trial
Available 08:00 Tomorrow
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher Li Ying.
5.0

7,930 Lessons

Li Yingid verified
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Professional Teacher
Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
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English
C1

Professional Mandarin Teacher | 20,000+ Hours Experience | Business & Bilingual Specialist I pursued my Master's degree in Guangzhou University, majoring in Teaching Chinese as a Foreign Language (TCFL). I also worked as a Chinese teacher at the International Exchange Institute. After I graduated, I taught at the biggest Chinese tutoring school in Shanghai for three years. In the first year, I taught Comprehensive Chinese, Business Chinese and HSK test preparation, while over the next two years I also worked as a teaching product manager and text book editor; launched a Chinese learning app and published several books about comprehensive Chinese and HSK stimulation tests.

USD 10.00/trial
Available 09:00 Tomorrow
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher Bella Hu.
5.0

34 Lessons

Bella Huid verified
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Community Tutor
Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
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English
C2
+2

A certified teacher with four years of experience in teaching both Chinese and English 我曾在多个公司和机构担任助教和讲师的职务,有四年的教学经验,我从教授K-12的孩子们和成人进行英语语言的学习和中文辅导。 I have held the positions of teaching assistant and lecturer in several companies and institutions. I have three years of teaching experience. I have taught K-12 children and adults in English language learning and Chinese tutoring.

USD 12.00/trial
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher Carrie Chen.
5.0

10 Lessons

Carrie Chenid verified
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Community Tutor
Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
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English
B2
+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 8.00/trial
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher 老李 Lee.
5.0

1,348 Lessons

老李 Leeid verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
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Chinese (Other)
Native
·English
B1
+1

我有很好的网络环境,Wi-Fi7的路由,13th CPU的电脑,1G带宽网络,保证中间不卡顿和掉线 I have my teaching experience close to 2 years. i love to help people who want learn Chinese. My Youtube channel https://youtu.be/mPgLhnlkgsk

USD 5.90/trial
Available 01:00 Tomorrow
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher 刘美琳.
5.0

1,487 Lessons

刘美琳id verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
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English
C1
+1

I have the experience in teaching children and adults for three years. I will use the most special and unique method to help you learn Chinese efficiently such as using some songs,pictures and videos. The atmosphere of my class is very active. You can express your own ideas in any ways. After class,you can ask me some problems you bump into and i will send you some materials to help you realize the theoretical knowledge.In my class,you should say Chinese as much as possible.we should avoid the use of too much English in order to help you improve your spoken Chinese. 我有三年教授儿童和成人的经验。在课上,我会用最特别和独特的方法来帮助你有效地学习中文,比如借助一些歌曲,图片和视频来帮助大家理解。课后,你可以问我一些你所碰到的难题,我会发送相关资料帮助你更好的学习知识。

USD 6.00/trial
Available 03:00 Tomorrow
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher Rosa Lu-In Brazil.
5.0

1,791 Lessons

Rosa Lu-In Brazilid verified
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Community Tutor
Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
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Chinese (Cantonese)
Native
·English
C1
·Portuguese
B2
+3

1M+ Fans| Certified Chinese Teacher |Pass Your HSK, Speak Like a Native, Have Fun! 👩‍🏫 I’m a graduate of Beijing Language and Culture University, one of China's top universities for language education. With 8+ years of teaching experience and 10,000+ hours of lessons, I bring expertise in both offline and online teaching. I believe language learning is more than just grammar—it’s about culture. I’ll guide you in exploring the cultural significance of Chinese and encourage you to speak as much as possible in class. I focus on building sentence structures, so you can create your own sentences, and I always review to help you retain what you've learned.

Test Preparation
USD 12.00/trial
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher Maria(子馨).
4.9

95 Lessons

Maria(子馨)id verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
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Chinese (Cantonese)
Native
·English
B1
·German
B1

在交流中学会一门语言是很棒的学习方法。与母语者在交流过程可以更容易学到地道的表达。I want to improve people's language skills. Learning a new language is not difficult. Most important to learn a new language is speaking. I will make a real effort to adapt to all your needs. I love teaching, i enjoy the feeling that you achieve what you want to be.

USD 5.00/trial
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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!