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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

25 Lessons

Coco

Community Tutorid verified
Test Preparation
Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
English
+1

Practical Chinese for adult learners — from everyday communication to professional use at work 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.

USD 6.00/trial
Available 11:00 Tomorrow
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher Shirleyestchanceuse.
5.0

1,854 Lessons

Shirleyestchanceuse

Community Tutorid verified
Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
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 01:00 Tomorrow
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher Qunqun Wang.
5.0

676 Lessons

Qunqun Wang

Professional Teacherid verified
Test Preparation
Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
English
+1

IGCSE / HSK/ YCT/ Business Chinese/Conversational Chinese/ Customized Mandarin courses 🌸🌸🌸Qunqun🌸🌸🌸 I am a professional Chinese language teacher with experience teaching students of various nationalities, cultural backgrounds, and age groups. I possess a deep understanding of traditional Chinese culture and have a strong grasp of the stories behind Chinese characters. I take great care in helping my students correct their pronunciation, ensuring that they can speak Mandarin accurately and confidently. My teaching approach is both efficient and systematic; I introduce grammatical concepts in a way that is easy to understand and complement these lessons with exercises that help students quickly grasp and master the material. 🌸 Help recognize Chinese characters

USD 10.00/trial
Available 06:00 Tomorrow
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher Anna Wang.
5.0

800 Lessons

Anna Wang

Professional Teacherid verified
Test Preparation
Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
English

14 years exp. HSK 1-6 & Daily conversation 2013-2019 Jonathan's Training Center, China 2019-2021 Pro Language (part-time), Thailand 2019-2025 Online Mandarin Teacher

USD 8.00/trial
Available 13:00 Tomorrow
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher Diana Tang 郑秋子.
5.0

2,994 Lessons

Diana Tang 郑秋子

Professional Teacherid verified
Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
English
Native
Malay
+1

Experienced TESOL teacher (fluent in Chinese), teach grammar, over 6 years experience My lesson styles are interactive, engaging, fun as well as structured. After each lesson I will give you simple homework to do because learning a language is a continuous journey.我的教学方式是互动,有趣和有结构的。 As a professional teacher, I focus on these types of lessons: 1. Structured lesson with clear objectives 目标明确的结构化课程 2. Grammar rules with easiest explanation using customized grammar notes以最简单的方式解释语法规则 3. Learn vocabularies using effective strategies from multiple resources如何更有效的增加你的词汇量 4. Academic English such as IELTS, TOEFL, CAE etc with special focus on exam strategies 教你如何应付英文考试(雅思、托福等等)还有入学考试和面试

USD 17.00/trial
Available 07:00 Tomorrow
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher Meng Li.
5.0

10 Lessons

Meng Li

Community Tutorid verified
Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
English
French
+1

Your Mandarin teacher: Intercultural, fluent in EN/FR. 300+ students taught. I pinpoint your learnin With over 10 years of experience working in multinational corporations, I have deep cross-cultural communication skills and am fluent in both English and French. This allows me to clearly identify the common challenges faced by international learners and better understand your personal difficulties in learning Chinese. In addition, I have 4 years of teaching experience with more than 500 hours of instruction delivered both online and in person. I have taught over a hundred students worldwide, covering courses such as HSK, YCT, and BCT Business Chinese, and I tailor each lesson to help you learn effectively and with confidence.

USD 15.00/Hour
Available 12:00 Tomorrow
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher Candy.
5.0

3,096 Lessons

Candy

Professional Teacherid verified
Business
Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
English
Japanese
Spanish
+1

Language is a bridge to freedom. ことばは、自由だ。语言通向自由。Lengua es poder. Lengua es libertad. Language isn’t just something you study - it’s something you live. I believe the best way to master a foreign language is to immerse yourself in it as much as possible - listen, read, and speak at every opportunity. The more you use it, the more it becomes part of you. Having friendly, relaxed conversations in your target language is one of the most effective (and enjoyable!) ways to improve. With my extensive background in international business, I specialize in Business English and Business Japanese, empowering professionals to express themselves clearly, confidently, and authentically in any boardroom, email thread, or cross-cultural meeting.

USD 18.00/trial
Available 03:00 Tomorrow
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher Cana Shen.
5.0

3,736 Lessons

Cana Shen

Professional Teacherid verified
Test Preparation
Kids
Business
Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
Japanese
English

拥有4000+节经验的中文老师 Me as a Teacher I have a lot of experience teaching Mandarin, and my students range from 4 to 50 years old! I taught myself to speak Japanese in a year and passed the highest level of the Japanese proficiency test, so I can help you effectively learn a foreign language. 私はたくさん中国語を教えた経験があります。様々な資料を用意しています。日本語は独学で勉強し始めて1年後に日本語能力試験N1に合格しました。なので私は効率よく外国語を教えることが出来ると思います。 我有很多中文教学经验,我在大学时自学日语一年以后通过了日语最高级别的考试,因此我很清楚地知道如何帮助学生高效地学好一门外语。

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

6,158 Lessons

Dee

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

🚀 Back in China! (Feb-Apr Intensive Camp). 🇨🇦 Canadian Experience. 10+ Yrs Exp • 6000+ Lessons I started teaching Chinese as a second language in 2013 and have been teaching on italki since 2017. Over the years, I’ve taught hundreds of students from all over the world and accumulated thousands of teaching hours. It’s my honor to help you achieve confidence and fluency in Mandarin! 🌿 In my formal courses, adult learners build vocabulary, pronunciation, and sentence patterns through engaging conversation and reading practice. You’ll receive PDF materials, vocabulary lists, and audio recordings for review after class. 🎯 I also offer informal conversation lessons and trial sessions to help you speak Chinese naturally and confidently. 📅 Book a class now — let’s start your journey to

USD 6.90/trial
Available 10:45 Tomorrow
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher Chen Ying.
5.0

1,199 Lessons

Chen Ying

Professional Teacherid verified
Test Preparation
Kids
Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
English
+1

years of experience/HSK/YCT/Daily Chinese conversation/children/adults I majored in Chinese in college and am a professional Chinese teacher. I have 10 years of teaching experience and have accumulated rich teaching experience. My teaching methods are also very flexible. Many of my students have passed the HSK Chinese proficiency test and improved their spoken Chinese level. , their Chinese scores in school have also improved a lot, I’m really happy for them!

USD 6.00/trial
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher Howie 恩浩.
5.0

2,357 Lessons

Howie 恩浩

Professional Teacherid verified
Business
Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
Chinese (Cantonese)
Native
Chinese (Hakka)
English
Malay
Indonesian
Chinese (Hokkien)
French
+1

💬 Making Conversations Flow Naturally 🗣 Speaking-centred coach, I help you speak more and speak better 🌏 Cross-cultural guide, China x Malaysia × Taiwan × global Chinese world 🧠 Clear explanation, complex ideas made simple 🎯 Result-driven, fluency, confidence, and real-life use 🤝 Your goal is my mission, we work as a team
 My goal is simple: to help you speak Mandarin with confidence, clarity, and cultural understanding.
 🎥 Check out my interview: https://youtu.be/ar9VoCRcpeQ?si=FPnxsMtjkTahxR9b

USD 10.00/trial
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher 木子凌.

木子凌

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

拥有超过8年教学经验的认证国际中文教师 I’m a professional teacher with CTCSOL certificate and also I'm a certified English teacher. I have been teaching Chinese for 8 years. My students are from all over the world. I can teach Chinese learners of kids and adults from different levels. I have worked in the field of international trade for many years, so I’m familiar with Business Chinese. As a teacher, I will try my best to respect the student’s ability and interests and prepare the suitable learning materials to them.

USD 8.00/trial
Available 10:45 Tomorrow
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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!