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Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher Lucy.
5.0

1,930 Lessons

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

In my teaching and professional career, I have accumulated a wealth of experience, and I have taught students of different ages. Learning a new language can be challenging. I will learn according to your needs or preferences. You can use Textbooks, you can watch a video to talk about different topics, and help you correct your pronunciation and teach you new words in the process. If you don't understand anything, we can discuss and answer your confusion. Through my teaching experience and methods, students have made rapid progress, which has helped many students to improve their language level and enable my students to better master Chinese.

USD 6.00/trial
Available 08:00 Tomorrow
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher Xinyi.
5.0

71 Lessons

Xinyiid verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
·
English
+3

❤️ Beginner Friendly! ✅ Pronunciation correction ⭐️ Super Patient and Supportive! Hello! I’m Xinyi from Chengdu, China—the home of pandas 🐼 & spicy hotpot! Born in the Northeast but raised in the Southwest, I not only speak a standard Mandarin, but also fluent in both Northeast Mandarin and Sichuan dialect, with deep insights into China’s regional cultures. As a language leaner myself, I deeply know the struggles of learning Mandarin as a foreign language. What I am dedicated to do is to make a fun Chinese learning experience for my students! Whether you’re preparing for HSK exam or craving lively conversations, let’s turn challenges into victories together! 让我们一起加油吧! ✅ My Mandarin is very standard without accent! I have obtained a Level 2A Certificate in Mandarin proficiency Test! ✅ I also speak a fluent English, having scored 102 on the TOEFL exam, which enables a smooth and effective communication with you! ✅ I have been being a TA at the university and working closely with international students. So I am good at communicating with people from any part of the world! ✅ I'm super patient, encouraging, and supportive! Providing step to step guidance based on each students' pace! ⭐️ Learn Chinese easy and fun! 🔸 Tailored lessons based on your interests, goals, and levels! ⭐️ Teaching Specializations: 🔹 HSK Exam 🔹 Pronunciation correction 🔹 Integrated Chinese 🔹 Conversational Chinese

USD 5.00/trial
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher Lexi Chen (허니통통).
5.0

1,566 Lessons

Lexi Chen (허니통통)id verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
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Chinese (Other)
Native
·Korean
·English

🐱Master of Linguistics and Applied Linguistics🐱10 Years Teaching Experience🐱Rich teaching methods I have more than seven years of Chinese teaching experience. After graduation, I have been teaching oral Chinese and TSC courses in Samsung .I once worked as a Chinese teacher in South Korea for one year, during which I taught daily conversation, HSK, TSC, OPIC and so on. My students included kids, primary and middle school students, college students and company employees.After coming back from Korea, I entered an international school, mainly for European and American adults one to one.The teaching content includes pronunciation,grammar,dialogue,culture, HSK,SOPI and so on.

BusinessTest PreparationKids
USD 10.00/trial
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher Elena 郭⭐HSK/Business.
5.0

25.2k Lessons

Elena 郭⭐HSK/Businessid verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
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Chinese (Other)
Native
·English
+2

🏆 Quality Classes 🤗 Fast Progress for Beginners 💝 Speaking, HSK & Business for Serious Learners 💯 Standard Accent 🏆 24,000+ Lessons | Native Chinese Speaker| 13+ Years Experience | Full-time Top Professional ✨ HSK & Business Specialist | Perfect for Beginners & Long-term Study 🌏 Planning to travel to China? I can help you prepare for travel, daily life, and real conversations 🤗 [The No.1 Choice for Serious Learners] Hi, I’m Elena (Guo Ping). With over 24,000 lessons taught on italki, I have a proven track record of taking students from Zero to Fluent with maximum efficiency. I ensure you achieve measurable progress in every single session. My teaching is results-oriented. I focus on Standard Pronunciation and high-engagement methods that lead to a high success rate for my students. [Core Programs - Guaranteed Results] ✅ Beginner Chinese: My "Zero to Hero" system is designed to fast-track your fluency, ensuring rapid mastery of essential speaking and listening from the very first lesson. ✅ Fluent Conversation: Master high-frequency vocabulary and real-life scenarios to communicate confidently. ✅ HSK & Test Prep: Systematic training with a record of high scores in Listening, Speaking, Reading, and Writing. ✅ Business Mandarin: Professional skills and cultural insights tailored for career and trade success. ✅ Kids & Teens: Highly engaging lessons with continuous progress—designed to keep young learners motivated for the long term.

BusinessKidsTest Preparation
USD 14.90/trial
Available 03:00 Tomorrow
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher Miss WU.
5.0

638 Lessons

Miss WUid verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
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Chinese (Cantonese)
Native
·English
·Korean
+1

Certified Chinese with Master Degree of Arts in Teaching Chinese as a Foreign Language 3500+ hours experience 3500+ 시간 경험 Students average HSK Chinese test score: 230+ out of 300 학생 HSK 시험 평균 점수: 230+/300 My major: Teaching Chinese as a Foreign Language 전공: 중국어 국제 교육 My degree: Master of Arts 학력: 석사 Location: Hong Kong (fast and stable internet speed) 위치: 홍콩 (빠른 인터넷 속도) To see how I teach, check my YT channel: NGChinesehk 전 어떻게 가르치는 지 알고 싶은면, YT channel: NGChinesehk 보십시오. Always encourage students to explore the language by himself and give necessary support 학생들이 자주 언어 규율 발견하는 것 격려한다 Arrange enough time for practicing and provide good memorizing methods 연습 시간과 좋은 기억하는 방법 충분하게 제공한다 Friendly and attractive, flexible and open to any kind of teaching style 유호적이다, 스타일 민첩한다 Result oriented and accurate 결과 중시한다 자세한다 Multimedia materials and real life video/audio pieces in class 비디오, 오디오 도 있다 Well-organized notes and explanations 설명과 노트는 조리 분명한 Before teaching, I usually speak and communicate with students first to know well about their targets and requests, then prepare the materials and make them tailor-made. Most teachers can let students know why but I would like to let students explore themselves by giving hints and tips to them so that they can feel interactive a lot more. This helps students to know more about the language and be more passionate for learning. I can always be flexible and creative to make sure students learn and remember things easily.

USD 18.00/trial
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher Xueping.
5.0

25 Lessons

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

🎯 Stop Memorizing — Start Speaking Chinese!🌟 Experienced & Multilingual Tutor 😊 I have one year of experience teaching Mandarin Chinese to learners from over 20 countries at various proficiency levels. This experience has given me valuable insight into common learning challenges and effective ways to overcome them. I have also designed customized lessons, including: Reading-focused courses to help learners recognize and master Chinese characters. Translation courses tailored for professionals in service companies. My students have ranged from working professionals such as lawyers and entrepreneurs, to teenagers aged 13–17, children aged 6–12 and international students studying in China.

USD 10.00/trial
Available 18:30 Tomorrow
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher Qingxi.
5.0

338 Lessons

Qingxiid verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
·
Chinese (Other)
Native
·English
·Japanese

𝗬𝗼𝘂 𝘀𝗽𝗲𝗮𝗸, 𝗜 𝗹𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻, 𝗰𝗼𝗿𝗿𝗲𝗰𝘁, 𝗴𝘂𝗶𝗱𝗲 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗵𝗲𝗹𝗽 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝗶𝗺𝗽𝗿𝗼𝘃𝗲 I have worked with many students at different levels. I speak Mandarin, English, and a regional dialect, which gives me a good sense of how language learning works from the inside. My lessons are flexible and tailored to your needs. Depending on what you're looking for, we can work on: 1) reading aloud with pronunciation correction, 2) pre-reading a text and discussing it together in class, or 3) casual conversation practice. I try to give you as much speaking time as possible and offer immediate feedback when you need it. I'm patient — if there's a word or phrase you don't understand, I'll take the time to explain it clearly. After each lesson, I'll provide a vocabulary list with the new words and example sentences we covered. Homework is also available if you'd like the extra practice. If you're a complete beginner, I'd suggest building some basic vocabulary first before we start — it'll help us make the most of our time together.

USD 5.00/trial
Available 09:00 Tomorrow
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher lina.
5.0

1,798 Lessons

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

我在italki上教中文已经有四年时间了,遇到过许多学生,也遇到过各种学习中的问题,慢慢也摸索出了一些适合自己的教学方法。我发现很多同学虽然认识不少汉字,也能读书、写日记,但一到开口交流的时候,就常常听不懂别人在说什么,也不太敢表达自己。这其实是因为听力和口语练习得还不够。

USD 7.00/trial
Available 12:00 Tomorrow
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher Xia.
5.0

28 Lessons

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

Certificated Chinese teacher with 7 years experience 对外汉语教师/语伴 2016.09 - 至今  教授对象为来自欧美日韩泰等多个国家和地区的学生;  进行发音、口语、语法、阅读、写作等指导; 巴塞罗那中文学校 中文教师 2013.12 - 2014.08  主要教学对象为6~13岁华裔及西班牙少儿;  教学内容为人教版小学语文教材及《中文》系列教材,针对西班牙学生以《幼儿汉语》教材为基础;  对大部分华裔学生教学重点为发音、读写及中国文化,对西班牙学生则需在此基础上加强听说的学习和训练;

USD 5.00/trial
Available 08:00 Tomorrow
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher Lylia(KID&ADULT&HSK).
5.0

757 Lessons

Lylia(KID&ADULT&HSK)id verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
·
English
+2

A certified International Chinese Teacher with 6 years of bilingual teaching experience.🌟 Hi! 我是Lylia老师,来自中国,热爱用故事讲中文。我拥有国际汉语教师资格证(CTCSOL),专注于用游戏和故事激发孩子们的中文兴趣。曾在美国留学,熟悉中西文化差异,能帮助你轻松跨越语言障碍。现在我也在学习韩语,非常理解学习新语言的挑战和乐趣。课余时间,我喜欢瑜伽和网球,也爱旅行和电影。期待在课堂上和你分享中国生活的趣事和文化故事,让你的中文学习变得轻松有趣!如果你想用故事和游戏快乐学中文,快来和我一起开启语言之旅吧!

USD 8.00/trial
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher Yoyo Du.
5.0

453 Lessons

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

* I graduated from normal university of teaching Chinese as the second language. * Be a teacher in Beijing for 6 years. * Over 2500+ hours of online Chinese as a foreign language teaching experience.

Kids
USD 12.00/trial
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher Cherish.
5.0

38 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
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher 希(Xī).
希(Xī)id verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
·
German
·English
+2

Chinesischlehrerin | Interesse an Linguistik | Autodidaktin (Deutsch) Hallo, ich bin Xi und komme aus Wuxi in China. Nach meinem Studium der Innenarchitektur an einer Kunstakademie in Peking studiere ich derzeit Bildende Kunst in Dresden. Sowohl durch das Selbststudium als auch durch den Sprachaustausch habe ich ein gutes Verständnis für die Unterschiede zwischen dem Chinesischen und dem Deutschen entwickelt. Ich kenne typische Unsicherheiten und Verständnisschwierigkeiten, mit denen Fremdsprachenlernende konfrontiert sind, und weiß, wie man sensibel und verständlich damit umgeht. Ich glaube, der wichtigste Aspekt beim Sprachenlernen ist es, sich eine eigene Sprachwelt aufzubauen und diese im Alltag und in Gesprächen wirklich anzuwenden. In meinem Unterricht arbeite ich ohne Lehrbuch und fokussiere mich darauf, dein bestehendes Chinesisch weiterzuentwickeln. Wir starten mit offenen Gesprächen, ich gebe gezielte Korrekturen, erkläre sprachliche Feinheiten und beziehe den Vergleich mit dem Deutschen ein. Je nach Bedarf nutze ich Audio- oder Videomaterialien und erstelle nach jeder Stunde eine Übersicht mit neuem Wortschatz. Der Unterricht richtet sich an Fortgeschrittene und ist nicht für Anfänger:innen oder reine Prüfungsvorbereitung geeignet.

USD 20.00/trial
Available 11:00 Tomorrow
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher Wendy.
5.0

5,046 Lessons

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

I have helped 300 students, I had nearly 5000 classes. I have helped students with all kind of learning purpose. My student age from 7 to 60 year old. My students have had many successes in Chinese : Passing the HSK4, 5 and 6 ; Successfully interviewing for jobs with Chinese enterprises; Successfully corresponding in Chinese on business matters.

USD 20.00/trial
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher ZHOU QUAN.
5.0

1,495 Lessons

ZHOU QUANid verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
·
Japanese
·Chinese (Other)
Native
+3

同时拥有教授中文和日语经验的教师 使用多媒体进行教学。 你好!我是中国出身的中文母语使用者。我认为语言学习是教师和学生双方的进步。喜欢日本国内旅行,欢迎围绕历史艺术文学音乐社会亚文化等等多种话题的会话。同时也希望能够通过这个平台认识更多来自世界各地的朋友。希望能够成为你的助力。 こんにちは、中国出身の中国語母語話者です。言語学習は教師と学生両方の進歩だと思います。日本での国内旅行が好きです、藝術、社会、歴史、更にサブカルチャー様々な話題にめぐる会話が大歓迎です。もちろんこちらのプラットフォームさんでの仕事を活かして世界各地からの友達に会いたいです。よろしくお願いいたします。 Hello! I am a native Chinese speaker born in China. I think language learning is a progress for both teachers and students. I like traveling within Japan, and welcome conversations on various topics such as history, art, literature, music, society, subculture, etc. At the same time, I also hope to get to know more friends from all over the world through this platform. Hope it can be of help to you. 曾进行于某企业教授来自日本的海外社员业务用中文的工作 在日本接受过语言教育,熟悉语言教育课程安排。 jlpt n1合格。 会社で日本人社員に中国語を教える仕事経験があります(ビジネス用のみではありません)。資格証書まだありませんが経験あります。 jlpt n1合格でございます。 I once worked in a company to teach Chinese to overseas employees from Japan. I have no relevant certification but have some experience. I have received language education in Japan and am familiar with language education course arrangements. jlpt n1 如果是面向日本人或是日语使用者的中文教学,以及面向中文使用者的日语教学,不管你是想要基于教科书的系统性教学还是始于兴趣的会话式教学都欢迎来咨询。 日本人や日本語をしゃべる人向けの中国語授業と中国人向けのの日本語授業でしたら、教科書に基づく系統的な授業か、それとも趣味から始める会話式らくらく授業も大歓迎です。 If it is Chinese teaching for Japanese or Japanese speakers, and Japanese teaching for Chinese speakers, whether you want systematic teaching based on textbooks or conversational teaching based on interest, you are welcome to consult.

USD 5.00/trial
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher Sara Liu.
5.0

1,910 Lessons

Sara Liuid verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
·
English
+2

Overseas Study Experience、Mandarin Certificate、International Chinese Teacher Certificate • 耐心:亲身经历语言学习每一步,更懂你的需求。 · Patience: As a language learner myself, I deeply understand the challenges and can support you at every step. • 启发:引导你在轻松对话中自然掌握汉语。 · Inspiration: Guides you to acquire Chinese naturally through relaxed conversations. • 专业:持专业认证,拥有丰富线上线下教学经验。 · Professional: Certified with extensive experience in both online and offline teaching. • 以学生为中心:根据你的目标、兴趣和进度量身定制课程。 · Student-centered: Customizes lessons based on your goals, interests, and pace.

KidsTest PreparationBusiness
USD 11.00/trial
Available 02:00 Tomorrow
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher Mia Weng.
5.0

92 Lessons

Mia Wengid verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
·
Chinese (Cantonese)
·Chinese (Hokkien)
·English

普粤英三语,拥有2年多中文教学经验,已上500+节课,教过70+学生,母语为中文的专业对外汉语老师,熟悉HSK、生存中文、会话教学 🍻My students come from all over the world, including the United States, the United Kingdom, Europe, Thailand, Australia, Indonesia, Japan, South Korea, Germany, Vietnam, and other regions. Their ages range from 12 to over 70 years old. 🌸My students include: complete beginners; students who have used apps like Duolingo; self-learners; those who have studied Chinese in school; those who have taken offline tutoring classes; those who need to work in China; and those who want to travel to China. 🍻I can teach HSK Levels 1-6, Chinese listening and speaking classes, Business Chinese, Travel Chinese, conversation, and life Cantonese.

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

96 Lessons

Jessica_CNid verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
·
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 08:00 Tomorrow
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher ✅木兰/mù lán/Mulan✅.
5.0

824 Lessons

✅木兰/mù lán/Mulan✅id verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
·
English
+1

My certificate: ✅the China National Teacher Qualification Certificate ✅Certificate of Mandarin Chinese Level My teaching experience: ✅I've been teaching both English and Chinese for about five years in China and have accumulated more than 4000 lessons. ✅Since 2020, I've begun to teach online. So I also gained rich experience in teaching online. My advantages: ✅We can communicate in English smoothly. At the same time, I majored in Communication and Journalism, which means I understand the linguistic phenomenon in Chinese and English. I can clarify the differences simply and clearly. ✅I don't require my students to buy any textbook, and all necessary material can be provided for free.

USD 6.00/trial
Available 00:00 Tomorrow
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher Susan Song.
5.0

886 Lessons

Susan Songid verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
·
English
+2

✅Experienced teacher.不管你是学生还是成人,我都可以帮你从零开始学习中文;如果你有一定的中文基础,我们可以轻松地交流日常会话。旅游、商业、日常生活都可以。在轻松惬意的氛围中帮你掌握中文,学好普通话,了解中国文化。你有什么难题我也能尽量帮你解决,寻找办法。Whether you are a child,a student or an adult, I can help you to learn Chinese from scratch; if you have a certain basic knowledge of Chinese, we can easily have daily conversations. Tourism, business, daily life are all available. You would learn Mandarin well and understand Chinese culture in a relaxed and comfortable atmosphere for sure. If you have any questions, I will try my best to help you solve them.

USD 16.89/Hour
Available 00:15 Tomorrow

What our Chinese (Mandarin) students say

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  • 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.

  • 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!

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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!