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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 Coco.
5.0

33 Lessons

Cocoid verified
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Community Tutor
Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
·
English
B1
+1

Conversational Chinese for adults | Real-life & Business Mandarin I have experience teaching adult learners with different goals, including daily communication, work-related Chinese, and long-term language development. My teaching focuses on practical usage. I help students move from understanding Chinese to actually using it naturally in real-life and work situations. I adjust each lesson based on the student’s level, interests, and learning pace, so classes are structured, clear, and engaging. Many students find that after a few lessons, they feel more confident speaking Chinese and know how to apply what they’ve learned.

Test Preparation
USD 6.00/trial
Available 13:30 Today
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher Teddy.
4.9

796 Lessons

Teddyid verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
C2
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Chinese (Hokkien)
Native
·Indonesian
Native
·English
C2
·Esperanto
C2
·Toki Pona
C2
·Bislama
C2
·Portuguese
C2
·Spanish
C2
·French
C1
·Italian
B2
·Dutch
B1
+1

They call me a Polyglot but I just call myself a multilingual. I have taught students from various countries, and I know that everyone learns languages differently. Thus, my linguistics knowledge and experience help me understand what students like you need and how you can learn better.

USD 12.00/trial
Available 10:00 Today
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher xiaoyan.
5.0

34 Lessons

xiaoyanid verified
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Community Tutor
Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
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Chinese (Hokkien)
Native
·Chinese (Cantonese)
C2
·English
C1

7 Years Gov & Corp💼 | Master Terms, Culture & Practice | Zero to Fluency in Friendly Classes 🎯 ⚡My Teaching Superpowers: - Simplifying the Complex: Tricky grammar? Abstract ideas? I'll break them down into bite-sized, easy-to-understand pieces. - Making it Real: No boring lectures here! I use vivid examples and fun role-playing to bring everything to life. - Super Efficient Learning: Got goals? I'll design the quickest, most effective learning path just for you. 🎓 Student Success Stories Dutch student:​ Went from zero Chinese to independent travel in China after 12 practical scenario-based lessons. Vietnamese sales rep:​ Now handles client communications confidently through simulated business scenarios like negotiations.

USD 12.00/trial
Available 07:30 Today
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher Jackie Chang.
5.0

971 Lessons

Jackie Changid verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
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English
C2
·French
B2
·Bambara (Bamanankan)
B1
·German
B1

Certified Chinese Teacher, a skilled translator, writer and editor, 10+ years of experience. Certified by the International Profession Certification Association based in the U.S. as a senior Chinese language teacher with 10+ years of experience, taught students from the U.S., France, Germany, Australia, Malaysia and gave lessons in person in Asia ( Thailand ) and Africa ( Senegal and Tunisia).

USD 12.00/trial
Available 00:00 Tomorrow
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher June佳佳 ⭐️Adults.
5.0

8,057 Lessons

June佳佳 ⭐️Adultsid verified
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Professional Teacher
Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
·
English
C2
·Chinese (Hokkien)
Native
·Chinese (Taiwanese)
Native
·Chinese (Cantonese)
C1
+2

✅7000+ lessons✅Daily topics✅Beginner✅HSK✅Conversational✅Writer (HSK graded articles) 🏅 Certifications • CTCSOL (International Chinese Teacher Certification) • English Teaching Qualification • National Mandarin Proficiency Certification 📚 Teaching Experience • 9+ years teaching since 2015 • Students aged 3 to 60+, both native and non-native speakers • Experienced with kindergarten & primary school learners – proven patience and adaptability • Content Writer for The Chairman's Bao, creating leveled reading materials for HSK learners 💡 What This Means for You ✅ Professional, structured lessons ✅ Patient, personalized teaching style ✅ Age-appropriate methods for all learners ✅ Practical learning materials aligned with HSK standards

BusinessKidsTest Preparation
USD 12.00/trial
Available 13:30 Today
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher Minjian.
5.0

3,682 Lessons

Minjianid verified
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Professional Teacher
Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
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Chinese (Other)
C2
·English
C1

I have been a Chinese language and culture teacher for more than 8 years. I teach international students in Tsinghua University, Beijing Normal University and Beijing Jiaotong University. I also teach middle school international students and foreigners who live and work in Beijing. I also teach foreign kids whose age are usually below 10 online.I have taught hundreds of students in China and abroad , online and offline.

Test PreparationKidsBusiness
USD 15.00/trial
Available 13:30 Today
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher Emma.
5.0

2,812 Lessons

Emmaid verified
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Professional Teacher
Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
·
English
C2
·Spanish
B1
+5

certified chinese teacher with over 11 years of teaching experience students who have lessons with me every week can join our monthly challenge and finish the most exercises with accuracy rate over 60% with manual review and correction within 48 hours, 1/5 students will win a lesson at the end of the month personal suggestions: 1. set up a deadline for your milestones 2. twice a week for beginners at least, once a week for intermediate 3. make a learning a habit and learn&practice Chinese regularly

USD 10.00/trial
Available 13:30 Today
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher Xinyi Chloe.
5.0

81 Lessons

Xinyi Chloeid verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
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English
C1
·French
B2

I'm new to tutoring on Italki. However, I have plenty of experience as a language learner, and I'd love to share these experiences. I’m currently learning French on my own, so I truly understand what it feels like to learn a new language. Making mistakes and hesitating is all part of the process. Feel free to book a lesson: no pressure, no judgment - just a supportive space :)

USD 11.82/Hour
Available 17:00 Today
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher Lindsay.
5.0

6,078 Lessons

Lindsayid verified
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Community Tutor
Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
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English
B2
+1

Bilingual Teacher & Language Bridge Builder , Patient and Experienced Chinese Teacher Why I Teach Differently 🔹 Dual-Language Expertise: As a former English teacher for primary and middle schoolers, I deeply understand language learning challenges from both sides. Whether you’re struggling with tones or sentence structures, I’ll simplify complexities with empathy. 🔹 Business Savvy: Having worked in cross-border e-commerce, I teach Business Chinese with insider knowledge: Negotiation scripts for suppliers/clients Industry terms for logistics, marketing, and contracts Email etiquette to avoid cultural misunderstandings 🔹 Age-Inclusive Approach: From kids to CEOs, my methods adapt to you. Need lively games for a 10-year-old? Or case studies for a manager? I’ve done both!

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

1,198 Lessons

Benid verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
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English
C2
·Spanish
B2
·Thai
B2
·French
B1
+3

不只是學語法!多年教學經驗,讓你敢開口、會表達 我曾在台灣的補習班教英語,也曾在菲律賓華人學校教華語一年,在泰國補習班教華語半年。我個人是重度的語言愛好者,如果你也對語言有極大興趣,我很樂意跟你分享交流語言學習的心得與訣竅。 *Language Certificate: 2005.Dec DELF A2 (French) 2008.Dec TOEFL IBT 103 (English) 2009.May GOETHE A2 (German) 2009.Jun DELF B1 (French) 2015.Jun TOEIC 975 (English) 2016.Oct TOPIK 158/200 (Korean) 2016.Dec CU-TFL B2 (Thai)

USD 8.00/trial
Available 12:00 Today
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher Aurora.
Auroraid verified
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Professional Teacher
Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
·
English
C1

Dual-Certified Instructor | Specialized for Beginners | Fun Chinese for Kids | Business Chinese I'm a certified Chinese teacher with 5 years' experience and 2,000+ online teaching hours.I’ve helped students from more than 20 countries learn Chinese effectively. I specialize in: •Beginners: My unique 3-step pinyin method uses mouth diagrams, gestures (students call it "Chinese Kung Fu"), and models makes mastering tones fun and effective. •Intermediate/Advanced:Learn through multimedia,real-life scenarios,and conversational practice to make learning feel like chatting with friends. •Children: I also good at using handmade props, games,stories and singing to make Chinese fun . •Business Chinese: Leverage my 10-year corporate HR experience for career advancement.

Kids
USD 10.00/trial
Available 13:30 Today
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher LiuYunong.
5.0

327 Lessons

LiuYunongid verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
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Korean
C2
·English
B1

拥有8年汉语教学经验 2017年在印度尼西亚国际学校教学 2018年任职于孔子学院赴印度尼西亚从事汉语考试相关工作 2019年在韩国从事汉语教学工作,线上教学经验丰富 In 2017,teaching at Indonesian International School In 2018, worked at the Confucius Institute and went to Indonesia for Chinese test related work In 2019, engaged in Chinese language teaching in South Korea

USD 6.00/trial
Available 23:00 Today
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher Kalrine.S.
5.0

7 Lessons

Kalrine.Sid verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
·
English
B2

Professional Chinese Tutor/Ex-Education Manager/4+ Yrs Exp/ Certified Teacher& Tea Specialist With over four years of online teaching experience (accumulating more than ‌3,600 hours‌ in total), I've helped students from around the world discover the beauty of the Chinese language. What I Bring to Your Learning Journey‌🖊 ✔️ Education degree + Certified Teacher ✔️ National Teacher Certificate ✔️ Mandarin Proficiency Certificate ✔️ College English Band-6 ✔️ Certified Intermediate Tea Art Specialist (National Qualification) In our lessons, we'll improve your grammar, vocabulary, and sentence usage through ‌practical conversations‌. Want to explore Chinese culture, history, or daily life? Just let me know and book the class! Right at this moment, you can answer with '中zhōnɡ'! haha😄

USD 7.00/trial
Available 13:30 Today
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher Choi Ieng Ieng.
Choi Ieng Iengid verified
Smart Lesson
Community Tutor
Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
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Chinese (Cantonese)
C2
·English
C1
·Portuguese
B1

📦【 What’s Included in the Lesson??】 ⏱ Lesson Length: 50 minutes ✍️ Homework (Optional): Practice beyond class to reinforce learning 📖 Learning Materials & Notes: Provided for each lesson 💌 Support Between Classes: Ask questions and get guidance anytime 🎯 【What You Can Expect during Class】 🗣 Fluency-Focused Learning:Speak naturally and confidently from day one. 📚 Comprehensible Input:Learn grammar and patterns intuitively with gestures, visuals, and examples. 🎮 Interactive & Fun:Role-play, videos, games, and real-life scenarios make learning practical. ⏳ Practical Outcome:Beginners can reach A1 level in ~35–40 hours of guided study.

USD 10.00/trial
Available 14:00 Today
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher Connie Ou.
4.9

112 Lessons

Connie Ouid verified
Smart Lesson
Community Tutor
Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
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Chinese (Cantonese)
Native
·English
C1

IPA Certified Senior Chinese Language Teacher,good at teaching 6-15 year old kids. I have more than 6 years online Chinese tutoring, and 10 years working experience in training. I am gentle, patient, lively, and good at guidance. I can teach students according to their characteristics and also good at teaching 6-15 year old students.

USD 10.00/trial
Available 23:00 Today
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher Wendy Zhang.
5.0

2,534 Lessons

Wendy Zhangid verified
Smart Lesson
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
·
English
C1
+1

10 years working in business corporate, and 10 years teaching exprience of Mandarin. I'm a teacher with 10 years of experience, possessing the Certificate for Teachers of Chinese to Speakers of Other Languages issued by Confucius Institute, as well as the International Senior Chinese Teacher Certificate and the Mandarin Certificate of level 2 Grade A. I am a well-organized teacher who will expand relevant words and knowledge about Chinese-style living based on the textbook, and adjust the teaching target and methods according to the different characters and study motivations of the learners. My major students come from IKEA, Huawei, Tencent, Facebook, BUT, NEO Capital Group, international school teachers, etc., and their families.

MedicalTest PreparationBusiness
USD 7.00/trial
Available 01:00 Tomorrow
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher Serina.
5.0

867 Lessons

Serinaid verified
Smart Lesson
Community Tutor
Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
·
English
C1
·Korean
B1
+1

I'm here to help all level learners to improve their Chinese faster. ✍️For beginners, my English is fluent, so I can use that as a medium language to explain the grammar points and new vocabulary to help you understand better and solve your questions more efficiently; ✍️For intermediate and advanced learners, I think the fastest way to scale new heights is to practice with a native, learning common phrases and colloquial sayings that you can't find in any textbooks.

USD 8.00/trial
Available 13:30 Today
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher sharpay.
sharpayid verified
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Community Tutor
Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
·
English
C1
·Spanish
C1
+1

Experta en chino para negocios | Clases prácticas para trabajar y negociar con empresas chinas Me licencié en Literatura por la Universidad de Valencia y cuento con más de diez años de experiencia en comercio internacional, trabajando en importación y exportación entre China y Europa. Esta trayectoria me permite enseñar no solo el idioma, sino también la cultura empresarial china y las claves de una comunicación profesional eficaz.

USD 35.00/trial
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher will lee 李忠海.
will lee 李忠海id verified
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Professional Teacher
Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
·
English
C1

教你学会自学汉语的李老师 我在大学期间有过两年(2014-2015)校外兼职(小学4-5年级英语和汉语)经历,毕业后(2018-2019)也有过线上兼职教学,对于对外汉语,我有国内高中语文教师资格和国际汉语教师资格。

USD 8.00/trial
Available 20:30 Today
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher Janet.
5.0

12 Lessons

Janetid verified
Smart Lesson
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
·
English
C1

⭐️Legal & Business background⭐️CTCSOL Certified⭐️Beginner friendly⭐️Based in Beijing⭐️Children I have 3 years experience in international trade and have been practicing as a lawyer in Beijing for over 8 years. Now I have teaching Chinese online for 3 years. So you can improve your pronunciation, listening and reading skills, vocabulary and grammar through conversations on a variety of topics that interests you. I am also a great fan of Chinese traditional culture and history. And I am very professional for beginners. I have good pronunciation and good communication skills in Chinese. I am outgoing and patient. Talk with me in Chinese will be a good practice. Whether you are a beginner, intermediate or advanced learner, I can always help you to solve the problem in learning.

Business
USD 8.00/trial
Available 14:00 Today
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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!