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Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher Lisa.
5.0

142 Lessons

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

Certified Chinese, English & German Teacher | Academic Researcher & University Teacher Hi! I’m Lisa, a native Chinese speaker fluent in German (C2) and English (C2). I hold CTCSOL certificate (CTCSOL). With 12-year living experience in northern China, 12 years in southern China & 14 years in Germany, I've become a trilingual language teacher and entrepreneur. Working as academic researcher & project manager, I've taught Bachelor/master students at the Technical University Berlin, and have 5+ years of teaching experience. I offer Chinese, English and German lessons, conversational practice and consulting for study abroad in China/Germany. ------------------------------------------------------------ Hallo! Ich bin Lisa, chinesische Mutterspracherin mit Deutsch (C2), Englisch (C2), und besitze das CTCSOL Zertifikat. Durch meine 12-jährige Lebenserfahrung in Nordchina, 12 Jahre in Südchina und 14 Jahre in Deutschland habe ich mich zu einer dreisprachigen Sprachlehrerin entwickelt. Gleichzeitig bin ich Unternehmerin. Als wissenschaftliche Mitarbeiterin & Projektmanagerin habe ich Studierende an der TU Berlin unterrichtet und verfüge 5+ Jahre Unterichtserfahrung. Ich biete Chinesisch-, Englisch- und Deutschunterricht, Konversationstraining sowie Beratung fürs Auslandsstudium in China/Deutschland an. ------------------------------------------------------------ Hi! 我是 Lisa(母语中文,德语C2,英语C2)。 凭借在中国北方12年、南方12年以及德国14年的工作生活经历,我成长为一名教授中英德三语的国际教师。我也是一名创业者。 作为科研人员和项目经理,我曾在柏林工业大学任教本科和硕士生,拥有5年以上线上线下教学经验。 除中文教学外,我也提供英语和德语课程,以及口语会话练习。如果你计划前往中国/德国留学,欢迎咨询!

USD 15.00/trial
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher 王可  王老师.
4.9

190 Lessons

王可 王老师id verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
·
English

中国教育从业者 *2010—2024教育培训中心优秀老师 Education and Training Center English teacher

USD 9.00/trial
Available 00:30 Tomorrow
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher Lucy Liu.
5.0

593 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 8.00/trial
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher Fiona Hong.
Fiona Hongid verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
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English
+1

Relaxed & Real-Life Chinese with Fiona. Speak naturally, sound more like you! You don’t need to think like a native speaker to start speaking Chinese, you just need to start~! In my lessons, we’ll break Chinese into simple, useful sentence patterns first, not textbook drills. So you can start speaking without feeling lost in grammar. We’ll use Chinese as a real communication tool, for daily life, travel, culture, your interests, and real conversations. My teaching style is relaxed, supportive, and practical. No pressure, no memorizing random phrases, just Chinese that works for your real life. Currently teaching teens (12+) and adults only. Thank you for understanding!

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

2,038 Lessons

Zhang Yunhuanid verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
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English

Can't wait to teach you more Chinese and share my story with you. ❤️I have been teaching on italki for almost three years. My students range from absolute beginners to those speaking at an advanced level. ❤️I offer different styles of lessons to different students according to their needs. The lessons are fun, encouraging, practical and effective.

USD 5.00/trial
Available 01:00 Tomorrow
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher Eva Han.
5.0

28 Lessons

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

Learn Authentic Chinese with Eva ! 🏅 CTCSOL-Certified Mandarin Coach | 6+ yrs I hold a Master’s in Film Studies and a B.A. in Advertising, and I’m currently studying Psychology and Neuroscience at the University of London. I bring science-based learning strategies into every class, including: Spaced repetition (so you remember long-term, not just “today”) Multi-sensory learning (speaking, listening, reading, and real context together) Emotional memory techniques (so vocabulary sticks naturally) My students range from complete beginners to advanced learners, from young children to retired university professors. Whatever your goal, daily conversation, HSK, travel, or business Chinese, I’ll build a clear step-by-step plan with flexible pacing, personalized materials,

Test Preparation
USD 10.00/trial
Available 01:00 Tomorrow
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher Xinxing Hu.
5.0

100 Lessons

Xinxing Huid verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
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Chinese (Cantonese)
·English
+1

🇨🇳 商务中文专家 | 🏅 HSK 1-6备考 | 🎒 YCT少儿 | ✈️ 旅游工作 | 🤝 零基础友好 | 🎯 你的专属定制 我具备丰富的跨年龄层教学经验,曾为意大利、澳大利亚、韩国、美国的外籍高管提供从0基础开始的商务中文培训,并曾在托管机构辅导小学生,善于与不同年龄段学生互动。 🎯 教学对象与课程 | Teaching Scope & Courses 🔹 青少年儿童:YCT/轻松学中文,互动游戏与故事教学 Youth & Children: YCT / Easy Chinese, interactive games & story-based teaching 🔹 成人职场:商务谈判/邮件/会议/口语,使用《成功之路》等教材 Adults & Professionals: Business negotiation/email/meeting/spoken Chinese, using "Road to Success" etc. 🔹 HSK考生:系统备考与应试技巧指导 HSK Candidates: Systematic preparation & test-taking strategies 📚 专业背景 | Professional Background 熟悉国际贸易流程与中国海关法规,持续进修法律课程,可辅助商务文书与合同理解。 Familiar with international trade procedures & China Customs regulations, currently studying law courses, able to assist with business documents & contract comprehension.

Business
USD 8.00/trial
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher Han.
5.0

880 Lessons

Hanid verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
·
English
·French

Learn Chinese and have fun! 我有超过两年的中文教学经验。 我曾经教授过10岁以上的青少年和成人。 I have over two years of Chinese teaching experience. I have taught teenagers over 10 years old and adults.

USD 9.00/trial
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher Louvie.
4.9

12 Lessons

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

以聊天的方式带您学习提升中文。 大学的时候有当过家教,也帮助过我的外国朋友学习过中文。作为老师,我将会是一个很负责任的督促者。 I used to be a tutor when I was in college, and I also helped my foreign friends to learn Chinese. As a teacher, I will be a very responsible motivator.

USD 6.00/trial
Available 10:45 Today
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher Meihui.
5.0

8,839 Lessons

Meihuiid verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
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Chinese (Other)
Native
·English
·Korean

8500+ lessons | Professional teacher with over 9 years of teaching experience Hi, everyone. My name is Meihui and I am a native Chinese speaker from Wuhan. I graduated with a master’s degree of management in 2017. I like learning languages, traveling and singing. We can talk about different topics and share our opinions to each other. I am a passionate language learner and experienced teacher. I really love teaching Chinese and learning languages. I have been teaching Chinese on italki for more than three years with a lot of teaching experience. And I have taught a lot of students from all over the world. I would like to share my experience to you and help you improve your Chinese abilities. If you really want to speak Chinese like native Chinese speakers, I will help you change your thought patterns. I will provide word and powerpoint documents, textbooks, learning materials, etc. 1. Accuracy practice: Please DON’T have “How do you say this in Chinese?” this kind of thought. Only use the words and phrases which are real Chinese to make sentences or conversations by yourself and then memorize them. Repeat and repeat them many times. Then you’ll find when you talk with Chinese people, you can use those expressions you have made without thinking too much. I think it’s a quick way to improve your Chinese skills. 2. Fluency practice: Feel free to talk with me and ask any questions about China. I’ll prepare different topics or you can talk about your life with me. You can also choose the way you like to learn Chinese.

USD 13.80/trial
Available 00:00 Tomorrow
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher Cherish.
5.0

37 Lessons

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

Certified Teacher with 2+ Years of Teaching Experience|Chinese Announcer at the World's Best Airline With two years of teaching experience and a CTCSOL certificate, I have instructed students from various countries globally, including the United States, the United Kingdom, the UAE, Germany, Spain, and more. Teaching Philosophy: ✅ Personalized Learning – Combine structured textbooks with real-life scenarios to make grammar and vocabulary "immediately usable." ✅ Science-Backed Methods – Utilize Comprehensible Input and visual teaching techniques to help beginners learn efficiently. ✅ Cultural Empathy – My classes are not just language lessons but cross-cultural dialogues (sharing fun differences between Chinese and Western cultures).

USD 6.00/trial
Available 06:45 Today
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher Jessica_CN.
5.0

95 Lessons

Jessica_CNid verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
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English
+3

CTCSOLCertification With 3 Years of Experience 💟3年以上线上教学经验。 💟习惯站在学生的角度考虑学生的需求,给出建议和指导。 💟不管你是初学者,还是有一定基础 ;不管你是孩子,还是成人,或是留学生,为学生考虑是我不变的追求。 💟还等什么,来上听一节课,我们一起学习中文吧! 💟除了英语,还会说一点法语,越南语,和俄语,

USD 5.00/trial
Available 23:00 Today
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher Kalrine.S.
5.0

16 Lessons

Kalrine.Sid verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
·
English

4+ Years, Real Chinese: HSK · Daily Conversation · Travel · Culture 大家好,我是慧,Hola a todos, soy Hui. 大家也可以叫我Kalrine。 I specialize in helping you take Chinese out of the textbook and into real life—whether it's ordering food, asking for directions, traveling, or passing the HSK exam. Why choose me? Goal-oriented, ready to use from day one Every lesson is designed around your real needs. Planning a trip? We'll practice airport, hotel, and restaurant scenarios. Preparing for the HSK? We'll systematically tackle each exam component. Your goal is the starting point of every class. Fun methods, double the efficiency No more rote memorization of grammar. I turn it into real-life situations—like "how to express your taste when ordering food" or "how to describe locations when asking for directions." With pictures, short videos, interactive games, and even AI-powered tools, practice stays engaging and sticks with you longer. Clear structure, visible progress Each class has a clear mini-goal, followed by actionable review tasks. You'll see exactly what you've gained—"today I know more than I did yesterday." More than just language—culture included My hometown Henan is the heartland of Chinese civilization and home to the Shaolin Temple. I weave festivals, local cuisine, and city highlights into our lessons—so you don't just speak Chinese, you understand China. 一点关于我的事实 🎓 主修教育学,4年+对外汉语教学经验 🌏 热爱旅行,走过中国许多地方,随时准备好和你分享路上的故事与实用贴士 📈 已帮助来自10+个国家的学生实现从“零基础”到“日常交流”、从“磕磕绊绊”到“自信表达”的跨越 期待和你一起,把中文说得更自然,把中国看得更深入。 再见 zài jiàn!👋¡Adiós!

USD 12.00/trial
Available 23:30 Today
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher Summer.
5.0

340 Lessons

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

I believe to have passion about the culture, people and language is important. I will help you to improve your English and Chinese through daily conversations. Learning new vocabulary easily base on your real life experience. After that, you will be able to confidently communicate with local people or travel to China and other countries.

USD 15.00/trial
Available 23:00 Today
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher Claire.
Claireid verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
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Chinese (Other)
Native
·English

❥ 8 years of teaching experience ❥ HSK ❥ Oral English ❥ Fun Chinese ❥ Business and Travel Hello, I am Claire.My major in college was how to be a Chinese teacher, and after graduation I studied Chinese language and literature in depth. Since 2015, I have been teaching Chinese in public schools and institutions, instructing students of all ages. Whether you are a complete beginner, preparing for the HSK exam, or aspiring to fluent conversational skills, I will accompany you throughout your journey to help you achieve your goals. I have a cheerful personality and many interests, so I believe we can have many common topics to discuss. Thank you to the italki platform for providing me with this wonderful opportunity! Textbooks are merely supplementary; extension learning facilitates natural and natural acceptance. ❥Eight years of Chinese teaching experience❥Provides systematic courses to help students build a solid foundation. ❥Abundant teaching materials ❥Immersive teaching with repeated practice ❥Vocabulary and grammar introduced through dialogue. We will focus on helping you build confidence in your spoken language, cultivate your oral communication skills, and improve your overall proficiency. • Core Courses: General Chinese (Beginner-Advanced), HSK/YCT Standard Exam Preparation Courses, Business Chinese • Specialized Courses: Fun Chinese for Children, Chinese Culture Topics (Tourism/Festivals/Calligraphy/Tea, etc.) • Customized Courses: Tailor-made to your specific goals (travel, work, interests).

USD 5.00/trial
Available 23:45 Today
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher Lancer Wang.
5.0

300 Lessons

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

Ph.D. & MBA Mandarin Educator | Master Chinese with Clarity, Confidence, and Joy I’m Lancer, born and raised in Shanghai, China, and I moved to the U.S. about 15 years ago. I have an MBA and a Ph.D. in Foreign and Second Language Education, and I’ve always been passionate about helping people connect through language. As a native Mandarin speaker fluent in English, I make grammar, tones, and pronunciation easy to understand. I specialize in adult education and create student-centered lessons that develop all four language skills. I’ve taught students at every level—from complete beginners to advanced professionals—and also offer business Mandarin for workplace communication. Using interactive tools such as Google Slides, digital flashcards, authentic audios and videos, I make every class engaging and practical. My goal is to help you speak Mandarin with confidence and joy. My lessons are interactive, practical, and tailored to your goals. I focus on all four skills—speaking, listening, reading, and writing—while helping you communicate confidently in real life. I use Google Slides, flashcards, videos, and cultural topics to make learning engaging and meaningful. Whether you are a beginner or an advanced learner, I offer customized lessons focused on: ✔ Conversational Mandarin for real-life situations ✔ Business Mandarin for professional communication ✔ Pronunciation and tone correction ✔ Mandarin for travel, work, or living in China ✔ Structured lessons for beginners ✔ Topic-based speaking practice for intermediate and advanced students

USD 12.00/trial
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher Yangyang Alissa.
5.0

2,961 Lessons

Yangyang Alissaid verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
·
English

Certified CTCSOL teacher with over 5 years teaching experience. My teaching philosophy is that learning a language is not only about memorizing words and rules, but also about understanding its culture and customs. Practice makes perfect. I will encourage you to speak up instead of just reading from materials, and guide you to practice with me in class, so that you can improve your speaking skills and master correct pronunciation. We will work together to help you improve comprehensively in listening, speaking, reading and writing.

USD 8.00/trial
Available 01:15 Tomorrow
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher Grace Ge.
5.0

531 Lessons

Grace Geid verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
·
English

Major in Broadcasting and Hosting/First-Level Certificate in Mandarin/4 years of teaching experience Hi, I'm Grace. I come from northern China and have been teaching Chinese online for over four years. My students come from all over the world, and interacting with people from different places fuels my passion for teaching Chinese. I am a patient, attentive listener who loves to ask questions and has a curious mind. In my free time, I enjoy listening to podcasts, especially those about relationships, finance, and personal growth. I would love to chat with you about these topics sometime. ✔️ Listening Improvement I will select audio or video content that matches your interests and is appropriate for your current listening level. ✔️ Speaking Improvement Conversation is one of my strengths. I will choose topics that suit your level and align with your interests, while guiding you to use more natural expressions. ✔️ Reading Improvement I will explain the logic behind Chinese sentence structures and use analogies to help you expand your vocabulary. 🎓 HSK I have extensive teaching experience tailored to exam preparation. I have worked with students at different stages of preparing for HSK Levels 1-5. At the same time I will guide you through practice questions and share test-taking strategies. 📕 Other Teaching Materials I have a wide range of Chinese learning resources, including Business Chinese, Streetwise Mandarin Chinese, and more. We can also select materials that align with your specific learning goals, making your progress easier to track and measure.

Kids
USD 6.50/trial
Available 00:30 Tomorrow
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher Hsu,Meng-Shu.
5.0

216 Lessons

Hsu,Meng-Shuid verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
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Chinese (Taiwanese)
Native
·English
+1

I'm a teacher want based on student's interest, let you stay in conducive environment then constantly listen to native speaker and practice speaking the language with someone who will correct you as you go, show you how to form your won sentences. Help you become a proficiency in Chinese language.

USD 30.00/Hour
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher Jenny Han.
5.0

249 Lessons

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

Mandarin Teacher🌟For Kids & Beginners🌟Patient & Experienced🌟Focus on speaking, Tones&Fun learning With my teaching experience, I can quickly "listen and locate problems", accurately identifying students' issues in pronunciation, grammar, and vocabulary. I teach in a targeted way, customizing learning plans to help you master Chinese in a relaxed and effective way.

USD 5.00/trial
Available 12:00 Today

What our Chinese (Mandarin) students say

5 out of 5 • Based on 1,384,692 customer reviews

  • 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。

  • Michka

    Michka

    Learning Chinese (Mandarin)

    What a lovely lesson with Tinn. I really enjoyed my lesson with her. We had a chat about my goals for learning Chinese and how best to go forward. Tinn is so caring and attentive to your needs as a student. I highly recommend taking lessons with Tinn! Tinn先生とのレッスンは本当に楽しかったです!谢谢你Tinn老师!^^

  • Alani

    Learning Chinese (Mandarin)

    I’ve been learning Mandarin with Nene for the past five months, and I’ve seen a huge improvement in my speaking skills. She always encourages me to think and express myself in Mandarin. Every class is fun, engaging, and filled with interesting topics and activities. I also appreciate that each lesson is tailored to my current level, with a great balance of speaking practice and vocabulary building. I highly recommend Nene 老师 to anyone who wants to improve their Mandarin in a supportive and enjoyable learning environment! 谢谢老师🤍

  • Nikos Kouthouri

    Nikos Kouthouri

    Learning Chinese (Mandarin)

    Another fantastic lesson with Pei Laoshi. Pei packed a surprising amount of learnable content into a one hour beginner lesson, meaning I came out with the ability to potentially say quite a lot! Super well-paced lesson with the right amount of challenge! 10/10!

  • Camille

    Camille

    Learning Chinese (Mandarin)

    I've taken a few reading and writing enhancement lessons with Jing, and I am amazed at the time and effort she puts into preparing each lesson. I already feel I've made some progress as she can pinpoint the exact issues I have with my Chinese so I can improve.

  • Yuni

    Learning Chinese (Mandarin)

    I highly recommend Teacher Qingxi! I'm studying Chinese at a language academy in Korea, and he's an outstanding teacher. He knows exactly how to help complete beginners build confidence in speaking Chinese. Every lesson feels like a high-quality private tutoring session. My Chinese has improved tremendously since I started learning with him. He's incredibly patient, encouraging, and truly cares about his students. I can't recommend him enough!

  • L H

    Learning Chinese (Mandarin)

    Yue Yue is a consummate professional. From role playing exercises to homework feedback is constant and very useful. Great teacher. Great human. My Chinese has improved leaps and bounds and I'm so grateful. Definitely give her a try if you want to start speaking Chinese better.

  • Ron Taylor

    Ron Taylor

    Learning Chinese (Mandarin)

    I have been with Zoe Z. for 10 months and love her classes. I am an older student (~60) learning my first tonal language for a big change in my occupation to include a relocation to China so my stress level is quite high. Zoe is patient and kind. She always comes to class well prepared and remains fully engaged and focused. At the risk of sounding trite, she makes learning fun. She tailors the class to my specific needs and goals which I appreciate as I know that means extra work for her. I am So thankful to the person who recommended her to me and I wholeheartedly recommend her to you.

  • Mélia LAMOURETTE

    Learning Chinese (Mandarin)

    Our son really enjoyed his first Mandarin lesson with this teacher. She is patient, encouraging, and explains everything very clearly. Being able to speak Mandarin, English, and French is a huge advantage, as she can easily adapt her explanations when needed. The lesson was well structured, engaging, and enjoyable. Our son felt comfortable from the beginning and is already looking forward to his next class. We highly recommend her to anyone looking for a professional, kind, and motivating Mandarin teacher!

  • Zoran Nikolic

    Learning Chinese (Mandarin)

    I have had my third lesson with Ida. As in the first two lessons, she was very dedicated and focused throughout the entire lesson. She prepares exactly the right materials for someone like me, that is a beginner who wants to focus on pronunciation and learn Chinese in a systematic manner. I particularly like that she does not let me get away with incorrect pronunciation, but always corrects me. Furthermore, she is very kind and easy-going in her communication.

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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!