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Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher Heaven (New HSK 3.0).
5.0

1,760 Lessons

Heaven (New HSK 3.0)id verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
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English

Heaven: 10 Years Professionalism | HSK 1 to 6 Success Expert | Your Bridge to Fluency "Hello! I am Heaven, a professional Mandarin teacher with 10 years of experience. Teaching is my lifelong passion. My name reflects my philosophy: learning should be empowering and uplifting. I specialize in guiding students from their first word to HSK 6 mastery. Recently, I helped a long-term student achieve HSK 6 in 3 years! With a background in Aged Care Mandarin, I bring clinical precision and grace to my lessons. If you seek a patient, committed mentor for your long-term success, I am here for you."

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

5,189 Lessons

Snow小雪id verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
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English
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CTCSOL /Keep learning,let's explore the world and see more life. RTM (Real Time Mandarin) podcast and content creator. The Chairman's Bao content contributor. 5 years of Chinese teaching, 6 years teaching in the public university. In my opinion, the generation of language in ancient times allowed humans to communicate more effectively with each other. This paved the way for humans to evolve at a quicker pace than other species and thus leaving them behind. In contemporary society, more effective communication between different languages will promote the development of our world and human civilization.

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USD 13.00/trial
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher Elaine.
5.0

8,044 Lessons

Elaineid verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
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English
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🔥 A Chinese tutor who can't be missed ↗[GO!] I have been teaching Chinese on italki since Feb 13,2020. I used to be a teacher for Primary school student so I am very patient and easy to talk to. No matter what level you are, I will make you feel the interesting part of Chinese. The courses I offered are tailored to every student. Please let me know your current level, your goal and your favorite learning method. We can work together to find the most suitable way for you .

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

6,262 Lessons

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

15+ years’ experience training pronunciation, rhythm, and fluency for clear, natural speech. 1) I specialize in detailed pronunciation analysis and use targeted drills to correct pronunciation efficiently. With a sharp ear attuned to phonetic nuances, this approach helps beginner‑to‑advanced learners systematically improve their Chinese pronunciation and speaking rhythm. 2)I adapt the material to each student’s individual needs, so you can immediately apply what you’ve learned after every lesson. Grammar is presented in concise, clear language, and I employ a variety of engaging activities that encourage you to speak more confidently and fluently. 3)I’m very interested in teaching Chinese characters and am dedicated to making character instruction engaging and enjoyable.

USD 13.99/trial
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher Sophie Wang.
5.0

1,490 Lessons

Sophie Wangid verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
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Chinese (Other)
Native
·English
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with 3+ years experience.Beginner - Advanced, Conversation, HSK,Lawer,Doctor/Medical Student(MCT) 👍🏻As a native tutor, I've been teaching Chinese professionally for 3 years+.With over 1000 hours of experience teaching Mandarin and Chinese culture. ✨ So whether you are a beginner or a businessman, and Chinese culture lovers. you're aiming to pass the HSK exam. I believe that I can improve your current language level effectively. 😊Specifically, I assist law student /lawer with oral practice in the field of law and gain better job opportunities. I deeply understand the challenges of learning a foreign language and surviving in a different culture. I would be delighted to help your Chinese competence reach your goal through the right language learning method.

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USD 9.00/trial
Available 10:00 Tomorrow
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher EasyChineseLULU.
5.0

382 Lessons

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

🔥Relaxed & Encouraging Chinese Conversation Teacher! 🌈Do you know? With just 1,500 key words, you’ll speak confidently in daily life! Living in Spain has given me a global perspective on language learning and communication. I specialize in beginner-friendly daily conversation and advanced conversational Chinese. 🏆For beginners, I focus on practical speaking, pronunciation, and building confidence step by step. For advanced learners, I offer engaging conversations on culture, travel, relationships and modern life to help you speak more naturally and fluently. 🔥🔥If you want friendly, interactive lessons that connect language to real life, I’m here for you. Let’s make Chinese challenging, but absolutely achievable!

USD 8.00/trial
Available 12:00 Tomorrow
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher Ruijia Wan.
5.0

94 Lessons

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

拥有四年经验的中文老师 This year marks my fourth year teaching Chinese. I have extensive experience and truly enjoy this work. 😁Certificates I have: ☑️Certificate of Volunteer Chinese Teacher ☑️Chinese teacher qualification certificate ☑️Mandarin Certificate 😁I can provide personalised sessions based on your current level and need.Hope you can enjoy your learning journey!

USD 10.00/trial
Available 04:00 Tomorrow
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher Serena.
5.0

374 Lessons

Serenaid verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
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English
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Corporate Director | Expert in Business Chinese & Zero-Basics Mastery | Learn Practical Chinese 拥有20余年跨国企业财务管理经验,担任财富300强企业财务总监,拥有丰富的商务中文实战经验。在教学中,摸索总结出一套适合0基础的高效学习路径,让你在一个级别后开口说出你想说的任何内容! Hello, I'm Serena! With over 20 years of financial management experience in multinational corporations, I serve as a Finance Director in a Fortune 300 company. Be good at practical Business Chinese and absolute beginners. Study with me to finishe the level 1 courses,you can speak any you want! *零基础轻松入门:从发音到句子,循序渐进,不怕你从0开始。让你用短短2节课,就能读懂80%的拼音,真正做到轻松入门。学完第一阶段的课程,可以任意说出你想说的话! • Easy Start for Zero-Beginners:A step-by-step journey from pronunciation to sentences. Feel the achievement of reading 80% of Pinyin after just 2 lessons! You can say what you want after phase I studying. *成人商务汉语:如果你是即将步入职场或已经是职场人,想学习商务中文应对跨国会议、邮件沟通或合作谈判,我会带着对专业的热情,结合真实场景设计课程,帮你快速掌握 “能直接用的中文”; • Business Chinese for Professionals: Master Chinese for multinational meetings, emails, and negotiations. My courses are designed around real-world scenarios, giving you immediately usable language skills. *成人口语提升:拒绝“哑巴中文”!用旅行/职场话题练对话,流行语、日常表达全解锁,开口就是自然感。 • Conversational Chinese for Adults: Break through the "mute Chinese",Practice conversations using travel/work topics. Unlock popular expressions and daily expressions, and you'll speak naturally ! ***Please contact me if the solt is not suitable for you.***

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USD 10.00/trial
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher 大美 ( dà měi ).
5.0

1,690 Lessons

大美 ( dà měi )id verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
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English

你们的大美老师终于回来啦~ I'm a part-time teacher with over ten years experience. My teaching method is mainly conversational immersion; everything will be in Chinese. 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. During our Chinese language lessons, I also hope to help students gain a deeper understanding and love of Chinese culture.

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

2,045 Lessons

Shirleyestchanceuseid verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
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English
+2

Mandarin certificate|Learn Chinese while traveling I am able to provide content on different topics for conversations from beginners to advanced level students.Easy to understand and easy to use.Easy to understand, easy to learn, easy to improve your speaking skills, and use a variety of topics to make you feel more interesting.(容易理解容易上手更容易的提升你的口语能力,并且使用各种话题使你感到更加有趣。)

USD 9.00/Hour
Available 14:15 Tomorrow
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher 彦莉(Zhāng lǎo shī).
5.0

2,013 Lessons

彦莉(Zhāng lǎo shī)id verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
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Chinese (Other)
Native
·English
+1

Are you shy or introverted? Im here to provide a safe and comfortable environment for you to speak. I am a certified Chinese teacher with 8 years of experience. First class certificate of Chinese Putonghua; Senior teacher certificate; International Chinese teacher certificate ✅ The total teaching time of my Chinese class is more than 4500 hours, and the students are from absolute From beginner to advanced level. ✅ I am particularly interested in helping students learn pronunciation and intonation. I do, too Experience in helping students prepare for HSK exams. ✅ As a teacher, I am a passionate demander, and my advantage is personalized teaching.

USD 5.00/trial
Available 09:45 Tomorrow
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher Billy Jiang.
5.0

8,338 Lessons

Billy Jiangid verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
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English
·Portuguese
·Italian
·Spanish
·French
·Japanese

Professional, fun, patient, informative and experienced. 中英葡教学。Falo Português. Fluent in 7+ languages and TEFL-certified, I help you master Chinese, English, or Portuguese—whether you’re aiming for HSK/TOEFL success or want to chat confidently in daily life. My global experience means I know what it takes to turn textbook knowledge into real-world skills, from travel adventures to professional goals. If you want a patient, supportive tutor who makes language learning efficient and enjoyable, let’s start your journey together! In my teaching, I deeply value and respect LGBTQ+ students, individuals with disabilities, and all cultural backgrounds. I am committed to keeping our sessions a safe, supportive space free from judgment and discrimination.

USD 14.00/trial
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher Ziyu Wang.
5.0

2,756 Lessons

Ziyu Wangid verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
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English
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Certified Chinese teacher with 6 years experience After graduating from university, I began teaching Chinese online. Over the course of three years, I have interacted with and taught over 200 students, conducting more than 1000 lessons. During weekends, I teach at a Chinese school in Munich, where many Chinese children born in Germany face unique challenges in learning Chinese. I believe that Chinese is an elegant and deeply meaningful language, and I thoroughly enjoy delving into the profound meanings behind Chinese characters. I hope I can assist you in learning Chinese and help you develop a love for this language :)

USD 7.00/trial
Available 14:15 Tomorrow
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher Cheng.
5.0

1,253 Lessons

Chengid verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
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English

Your Fun Chinese Class!Teacher Cheng from Xi'an Makes Mandarin a Breeze I will create a learning plan that fits the needs of each student. Based on my teaching experience, I can spot the challenges students may face in learning Chinese. My teaching style encourages interaction and engagement. Through practice exercises, I will help students improve their pronunciation and develop their critical thinking and language skills. I will also share information about Chinese culture, history, and customs so that students can learn more about China as they learn the language. I’m excited to share more about China and its vibrant culture. I look forward to connecting, learning from each other, and growing together. I can't wait to embark on this journey with you!

USD 8.00/trial
Available 09:45 Tomorrow
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher Tracy.
5.0

1,454 Lessons

Tracyid verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
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Chinese (Other)
·English
+2

4,000+ hours, native Mandarin, fast-track Spoken Mandarin,Beginner&adults, HSK prep tailored lessons 1、我有丰富的教学经验,我的学生来自世界各地,如美国、德国、俄罗斯、泰国、土耳其、澳大利亚……我不会拘泥于课本,会把最鲜活的中文知识与你分享。I have rich experiences in teaching Chinese . My students come from all over the world, such as the US、Germany、Russia、Thailand、Turkey、Australia… I don't stick precisely to what it says in the book. I‘d like to share the latest Chinese Knowledge with you. 2、我教授HSK,商务中文,日常口语,儿童绘本阅读,帮助很多学生实现了学习目标。I can teach HSK,Business Chinese,Daily Spoken Chinese,kids picture book reading,help many students achieve their goals easily. 3、很多初学者和孩子都愿意与我长期学习,他们感受到了学习中文的快乐和大幅的进步。 More beginners and kids love learning Chinese with me for a long term.They feel how happy learning Chinese is and how incredibly rapid they made great progress!

USD 10.00/trial
Available 11:00 Tomorrow
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher Dan.
5.0

11.3k Lessons

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

Beginner - Advanced, Conversation, HSK, Business Chinese, The Writer of www.thechairmansbao.com Thechairmansbao HSK materials writer here — if you're looking for an HSK exam expert or want to confidently discuss business, travel, or the NBA in Chinese, I'm a great fit! I specialize in clear, effective methods to help you overcome exam challenges. I lived in the U.S. for six months in 2017, exploring places like Yellowstone National Park and Las Vegas, which deepened my passion for discussing cross-cultural topics in Chinese — from NBA stars and holiday foods to financial history. Many of my students have successfully passed HSK6. I look forward to helping you turn Chinese into a true advantage with expertise and enthusiasm! I have been working as a Chinese mandarin teacher for more than 10 years . I like this job very much because it broadened my horizons . I have got the chance to listen to interesting stories of different countries and share my stories with my students . That is really an amazing thing. The more classes I have , the more I love my job . Even though Chinese is a very hard language , most of my students did really well with my help. I have helped many students pass HSK tests and some of them have passed HSK6 test. I have been working as an HSK material writer in Thechairmansbao since 2020. I am very familar with the HSK tests. 1. For beginner students , we use textbooks. We will learn the new words and the texts . 2. For intermediate and advanced students , we can either use textbooks or just practice different topics.

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USD 8.00/trial
Available 10:00 Tomorrow
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher 丁子健(Daniel Ding).
5.0

2,291 Lessons

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

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

USD 14.00/trial
Available 09:45 Tomorrow
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher Zara✨ Kids&Adults.
5.0

13 Lessons

Zara✨ Kids&Adultsid verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
·
English

💕Zara 📸 1V1 Customized Chinese🌈Oral English Rapid Learning 🌟 Solution provider of Chinese origin 🌟 母语者|普通话高级教师证书(2A级) 🏆 已教授1000+节一对一课程|中英文双语授课 📈 帮助跨境电商卖家三个月掌握供应商沟通中文 🚩 手把手送您进入中国市场的门票和工具 💕您好,我是Zara,一名来自北京的专业中文教师。凭借丰富的国际团队合作经验和对文化差异的深刻理解,我专注于为全球学员量身定制高效、实用的中文学习方案。 无论您的学习目标是旅行、商务、与中国同事或客户交流,还是建立个人关系,我都能帮助您以最自然、地道的方式自信开口说中文。 🌐 真实沟通体验 : 我曾亲自带队与国际团队及海外客户深度长期合作,能够帮助您: ✔ 在真实场景中自然表达 ✔ 理解文化差异 ✔ 自信地进行沟通 💼 教学特色 - 结构化体系,科学规划学习路径 - 灵活调整课程内容,精准匹配您的需求 - 口语为核心,注重真实场景表达 - 每节课目标清晰,确保学习效果 📚 课程设置 👩‍💼 成人课程:提升沟通能力 - 旅行中文—畅游中国 - 日常会话—真实交流 - 生活实用中文-实用基础 - 🧒 少儿及零基础: - 拼音、词汇、汉字启蒙 - 20+真实场景表达 - 培养中文学习兴趣 📝 考试辅导: - HSK / YCT / 基础中文 - 分阶段、系统提升 🚀商务中文: - 中国商业文化 - 跨境电商 - 供应链采购 - 外贸中文 🥳儿童中文教育: 普通话启蒙、中文阅读,中文会话、传统文化 🛍️企业培训: 企业培训顾问—基础中文轻松学、锻炼职业能力、提升职业价值 🐶 体验课内容 - 个性化学习方案定制 - 中文水平评估 - 实用迷你课程(您将实际开口表达) - 高效学习建议 ✨ 无刻板教学,无模板化课程,您将学到真正适合自己的内容。 这不仅是一门课程,更是专属于您的中文学习系统。欢迎预约体验,开启高效、地道的中文学习之旅!

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USD 5.00/trial
Available 09:45 Tomorrow
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher Molly-Shanghai.
5.0

8,395 Lessons

Molly-Shanghaiid verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
·
English

My instincts for guiding foreigners in learning Mandarin are razor-sharp, after teaching dozens of classes and long-term private students, lots of beginners, many intermediate and advanced as well. Learning habits vary enormously from one person to another, so it’s important that the teacher become aware of each student’s strong and weak areas, offering instructions designed to keep the lessons and self-study *productive*. A good teacher knows how to balance the intense learning moments with lightness and fun – everyone knows that feeling, right? I enjoy setting students on the effective-learning track.

USD 10.00/trial
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher Danxia-Adults&Kids.
5.0

13.3k Lessons

Danxia-Adults&Kidsid verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
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Chinese (Other)
Native
·Chinese (Cantonese)
·English
+1

🔥Adults Real-World🔥Kids Long-term🏅HSK🥇All-level oriented🥇11yrs teaching🥇Certified PSC📚Library 🎓With a degree in Teaching Chinese as a Foreign Language and 12 years full-time online teaching experience, I have a strong passion for teaching in class. 🌏My working experience in tech company and global e-commerce company expands and enriches my teaching content. ✈️I'm currently City Sojourning in China, fully immersing myself in the rich and profound culture as well as the diverse traditions of this incredible land, allows me to share language and cultural nuances that are essential for truly understanding and appreciating Chinese. 💪Full-time supportive 🗺️Extensive experience 🧠Creative & productive 💬 Talkative 🧐Responsible 🧚‍Patient 🎉Passionate 👩‍🏫Rationality 😇Considerate ⏱️Time flexibility 🤡 Fun 🧑‍🎓Student-Centered Approach: well optimization by individual learning styles and needs 🎯Clear Objectives: specific, measurable learning goals 🏫Real-World Connections: real-life scenarios to make learning relevant 🛠️Technology Integration: flashcards, library, article, video, TV, movie, quizzes, , visualized storytelling & continuous multimedia content updates 📈Graded Improvement: enhance quality in a systematic way for continuous learning 📋Assessment and Feedback: learning progress chart/monthly report/semester evaluation/academic year summary 🤔Reflection and Adaptation: to reflect on what worked well & what didn’t, to understand students' perspective for timely strategy adjustment

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USD 9.99/trial

What our Chinese (Mandarin) students say

5 out of 5 • Based on 1,385,611 customer reviews

  • 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!