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Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher monika mao.
5.0

368 Lessons

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

Certified CTCSOL teacher with over 5 years experience I have been working in several top mandarin schools located in shanghai for years. I have rich experience in both online and in-person teaching. I make learning plan according to each student's specific needs. Normally I use a structured material for example HSK standard course, Integrated Chinese, New Target Spoken Chinese Spoken Language etc or materiel students designated; I add supplemental expressions & practice which suit for student's needs. I focus on interaction in class. We will spend plenty of time on practicing, let the student speak based on the sentence structure learnt in class purposely.

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

23 Lessons

Qi Hid verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
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English
·French
+1

🏅️CTCSOL Certified Teacher ✅Beginner-friendly⬆️Take your Mandarin fluency to the next level! Hello, I'm Qi, a native Chinese speaker from Sichuan, and a certified Chinese teacher. Over the past 3 years, I’ve taught more than 1000 lessons, helped students from all over the world. Still struggling with Chinese tones and characters? I'm here to help. First tone sounds like the "So" in Do Re Mi Fa So, it’s high and flat. 🎵 Second tone rises, like when you say "What?" 🤔 Third tone goes down, then up again, like a surprised "Really??" 😲 Fourth tone is sharp and falling, just like saying "No!" firmly. ❌ Now, about Chinese characters. Some characters actually look like the things they represent. These are called pictographs. For example: 木 (mù) is tree 目 (mù) is eye Most pictographs can also be used as radicals in other characters. For instance, 木 (tree) appears in characters related to wood or plants: 林 (lín —forest), tree plus tree, many trees, so forest 桥 (qiáo — bridge), made of wood 桃 (táo — peach), grow on trees There's also another type: phonetic-semantic characters. In these, one part hints at the meaning, and the other part hints at the pronunciation. Take 桃 (táo) as an example: 木 (tree/plants) → 桃táo peach 辶 (walk/movement) → 逃táo to escape 扌(hand) → 挑tiāo to pick 足 (foot ) → 跳tiào to jump 目 (eye) → 眺tiào to look into the distance See the pattern? The radical tells you what the word is about, and the other part gives you a clue to the pronunciation. Ready to finally make tones and characters make sense? Let's start your first lesson!

USD 7.00/trial
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher Bella Huang.
5.0

972 Lessons

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

🌏Experienced Online Chinese teacher | 6+ Years of experience | Teaching Adults & Children Worldwide 🤓 Why choosing me? -I am a native speaker of Chinese and I am fluent in speaking English ,so we can communicate easily. -I have certificates of TCSOL(Teaching Chinese to Speakers of other languages) and TCYL(Teaching ---Chinese to Young Learners. - More than 6000 hours online teaching experience 🤓 What will you earn? -Being able to communicate in 6 months. -Learning mandarin in fun way. -Being confident to speak Mandarin. 🤓what do I offer? -Homework for each class. -Mainly focus on communicating skills. -Daily conversation.

Kids
USD 20.00/trial
Available 14:00 Tomorrow
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher Vicky.
5.0

1,106 Lessons

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

我教学科目是中文,我非常热爱教育工作,对教育事业激情满满,我也是一个特别有耐心,负责任的老师。我的普通话很标准,所以在上课过程中,我特别善于纠正别人声调的错误,如果你在声调学习遇到麻烦了,请找我练习普通话口语吧。 I teach Chinese, I love education, I am passionate about education, and I am a very patient and responsible teacher. My Mandarin is very standard, so in the course, I am very good at correcting other people's tone errors, if you have trouble in tone learning, please ask me to practice speaking Mandarin.

USD 7.90/trial
Available 13:00 Tomorrow
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher Xiaoyun.
5.0

2 Lessons

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

A Chinese teacher with 9 years of experience, specializing in HSK courses and children's classes 你好,我是小云。我是一位有活力、有耐心的中文老师,我爱好读书,旅游,过去几年里,我帮助很多学生提高了中文水平。在我的课堂上,中文总是变得轻松又有趣。 Hi I'm Xiaoyun. I'm an energetic and patient Chinese teacher who loves reading and traveling. Over the past few years, I’ve helped lots of students improve their Chinese. In my classes, learning Chinese is always relaxed and fun! 我有9年的对外汉语教学经验,拥有国际汉语教师资格证,小学语文教师资格证,我的专业就是汉语国际教育。 教学经历👇 1.在印度尼西亚汉语国际学院工作了一年,让我更好地了解了文化差异,能够以跨文化的方式更好地与你交流沟通。 2.在语言文化交流中心工作了三年,帮助很多学生通过了HSk5级和HSK6级的考试,辅导学生进行大学面试,帮助他们顺利进入清华大学和北京大学。 3.有五年的线上汉语教学经验,能够通过独特且有效的方法帮助学习者快速提升听力和口语技能。 I’m a certified Chinese teacher—yep, I hold both the International Chinese Language Teaching Certificate and a Primary Chinese Teaching Certificate—and my major was in Teaching Chinese as a Second Language. All that training, plus years of hands-on experience, means I’ve got a solid foundation to guide you on your learning journey. 我擅长教授: 🌟 HSK 🌟 日常口语 🌟 旅游/商务中文 🌟 少儿汉语 🌟 中国文化 我的教学理念是寓教于乐因材施教,我希望把有活力和有乐趣的课堂带给学生,也会根据每个学生的不同特点采取合适的教学方案,找到适合你的学习方法。 I specialize in: 🌟 HSK Test 🌟 Daily Conversation 🌟 Travel & Business Chinese 🌟 Chinese for Kids 🌟 Chinese Culture I customize every lesson to fit your needs and learning style.​ So... ready to learn Chinese the fun way? Let’s begin this adventure together—can’t wait to see you in class! 🎉

Kids
USD 10.00/trial
Available 12:00 Tomorrow
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher Anthony Davis.
5.0

10.5k Lessons

Anthony Davisid verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
·
English

students-centered & students get to speak a lot with feedback I worked in a private language school for 2 years as a teaching assistant which gives me lots of real-world experience teaching kids as well.

USD 9.00/trial
Available 06:30 Tomorrow
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher YOYO.
YOYOid verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
·
Chinese (Hokkien)
Native
·English
·Chinese (Cantonese)

拥有五年的认证中文老师 我已经教学了几千个小时。我的学生在学习上取得了良好的进步。我的学生成功地通过了HSK考试,能够自信地用中文表达自己,并提高了他们的商务技能。”

USD 30.00/trial
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher Fun Learning + Karen.
5.0

526 Lessons

Fun Learning + Karenid verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
·
English
·Chinese (Cantonese)
·French
·Japanese

Native Mandarin speaker Certified Tesol teacher Bachelor's degree in business English British lit [If you are] 👧👦An elementary school student 🦄️Your children’s assignment? I can nail it 🦄️Teach patiently, parents feel at ease 🦄️Guided learning, rather that telling your children the answers directly 💼🎒A busy office worker 🦋Have a poor foundation 🦋Wanna improve your Chinese English but don’t know how to start 🦋Too busy to learn with only spare minutes 🦋Make good use of those spare time to learn without pain and stress 🐝Use your report/documents as materials, provide suggestions and further discussion 🐝Teach you how to hold a meeting and write a business letter 🐝Flexible discussion with current issues 🐝Learn grammar from scratch

Kids
USD 37.00/trial
Available 09:30 Tomorrow
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher 杨雅倩(Andy)for KidS.
5.0

2,439 Lessons

杨雅倩(Andy)for KidSid verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
·
English
·Russian

Specializing in HSK👩‍🎓children's courses🎉speaking 🎙 MA 👩‍🏫Zero-Basic Chinese Class 🤗🤩 1. 🌟 I'm Andy (Yaqian) 🧸, a professional Chinese teacher 2. 📜 Fully certified 📝 | Teaching & Mandarin certificates 3. 🎓 Well-educated 💡 | Master in Educational Psychology 4. 🌏 Trilingual tutor 🗣️ | Chinese, English & Russian 5. ⏳ 6+ years of teaching 📚 | High review ratings 6. 🎯 Specialized courses 📖:Kids’ custom / HSK / Oral / Interest 7. 🎈 Teaching style 🎀:Fun, student-oriented & highly interactive 8. 📁 Exclusive materials ✏️ | Custom study resources after class 9. 💞 Personal traits 🐾:Responsible, careful & education-loving 10. ✨ All levels welcome 🌈 | Enjoy learning Chinese easily

Kids
USD 8.00/trial
Available 09:30 Tomorrow
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher Wen  *╹▽╹*.
5.0

173 Lessons

Wen *╹▽╹*id verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
·
English
·Korean
+1

Experienced & Engaging Teacher with Over 10 Years of Expertise 😉 I was majored in Teaching Chinese as a Second Language and hold a Master’s Degree. In addition, I also hold a Teaching Qualification Certificate, a Mandarin Proficiency Certificate, an HSK Administrator Qualification Certificate, and a Confucius Institute Teacher Qualification Certificate. I was previously a teacher at the Confucius Institute, and later worked at universities in China and South Korea, as well as in high schools and companies.I’ve been teaching for over 10 years, and I believe that I can definitely help you boost your Chinese Level.ヾ(◍°∇°◍)ノ゙

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

7,627 Lessons

Rachelid verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
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Chinese (Other)
Native
·English
+2

👩‍🏫13 Years Teaching Experience 🧒Student Age From 5-70 Years Old 🏅️Various Teaching Methods Learning is gradual. I highly recommend you to fix your study time, and have class more frequently but short duration. You will see results if you continue. Creating your Chinese environment is my duty, I limit the use of English when I can explain with body language and other Chinese vocabulary in class. What you learn must be useful to you and relevant to your life. So please tell me your hobbies and study purpose before class. My class will be hard enough to push you try your best, and enjoyable enough to keep your persistency. The biggest compliment my students give me is that I am patient, but I can be strict if need be.

USD 15.00/trial
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher Grace.
5.0

1,326 Lessons

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

Certified teacher 👑 beginners🏆 |Business |speaking Now I have focused on online tutoring and mentoring , teaching students of a range of ages from all over the world. I already have 4years of experience in online teaching, with certification to teach Chinese adults and children.

Test PreparationBusiness
USD 18.00/trial
Available 23:30 Today
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher Lancer Wang.
5.0

294 Lessons

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

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

USD 12.00/trial
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher Nana-Yang.
5.0

214 Lessons

Nana-Yangid verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
·
English
·German
+1

Certified tutor with 6 years of experiences From 2016 to 2017,i took an internship in Meihe Mandarin House and taught more than 292 lessons. From 2017 to 2020, i worked in the School of International Education in charge of HSK lesson. I taught many students from different countries. Like adult from UK, Germany, Austria, Thailand, Russia and so on as well as kids of summer camp My Teaching Style is flexible customized and interactive I have following certificates: TCSOL,Mandarin Proficiency Ceritificate, Teacher Ceritificate of Higher Education

USD 10.00/trial
Available 13:45 Tomorrow
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher Shuhua Liu.
5.0

272 Lessons

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

Certified tutor with 4 years of experience/once teached Chinese in school/kind and patient I have four years experiences of teaching Chinese,three years in school and one year online.I have teached students from many different countries,and the level varies. So,whether you are a beginner or already have some knowledge of Chinese,I believe I can help you learn more easily and efficiently.

USD 6.00/trial
Available 03:30 Tomorrow
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher Clara (Ying).
5.0

16 Lessons

Clara (Ying)id verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
·
English
·Spanish

Speak Natural Mandarin Through Stories & Real-Life Conversation (Intermediate) What sets my teaching apart is a calm, low-pressure environment where speaking feels safe and natural. I believe language learning works best when it’s enjoyable, meaningful, and connected to real life. In our lessons, we may use short stories, pictures, comics, lyrics, or video clips - always based on your interests. The goal is not to “perform perfectly,” but to practice expressing real ideas in real Mandarin. As a language learner myself, I understand the ups and downs of the process. You don’t need to overthink or prepare heavily. We focus on steady, natural progress through relaxed and consistent practice!

USD 5.00/trial
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher Anna (Kids & Adults).
5.0

10.8k Lessons

Anna (Kids & Adults)id verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
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Russian
Native
·English
·German
·Italian
+4

✹Packages with a 50% discount✹ I believe that foreign languages develop not only memory, erudition, but also tolerance and respect for each other. The world is our home and knowledge of the language allows you to erase the boundaries in it. I have students of all ages, both children and adults!. I’m a mom of two daughters, so I have a knack for inspiring children's curiosity in learning languages.

BusinessKidsTest Preparation
USD 20.00/trial
Available 19:45 Tomorrow
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher May Zhong.
5.0

2,470 Lessons

May Zhongid verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
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Chinese (Cantonese)
Native
·English
+1

Certified Chinese teacher with 8+ years of teaching experience in China and Canada. 你好! I’m May, your Mandarin & Cantonese coach from Guangzhou, blending 8+ years of teaching in China and Canada. I previously worked as a primary school teacher in China and hold both a teaching certificate and a Mandarin proficiency certificate. I am now teaching Chinese in Canada, helping students build confidence and enjoy the learning process. With my professional training and diverse teaching experience, I am confident that I can guide you effectively on your journey to l

BusinessTest PreparationKids
USD 15.00/trial
Available 12:30 Tomorrow
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher Yan Zi.
5.0

5,014 Lessons

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

As a Chinese tutor, I have 100% confidence to teach you the most standard Chinese mandarin pronunciation. I will also teach you many phrases, idioms and proverbs based on different topics. I’m willing to introduce Chinese traditional culture, historic attractions and some delicious food to you. Meanwhile, to know how to get along with Chinese and to be properly in some specific situation are also very important. I'd like to share my experience with you. I believe you’ll love China.

USD 6.00/trial
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher Chienyu Lin.
5.0

3,432 Lessons

Chienyu Linid verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
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Chinese (Taiwanese)
Native
·English
·Italian
+1

REAL Chinese with a real teacher I have experiences with students from different cultures and different levels. I learn the other languages as you, I know how difficult it is, that's why I always try my best to help my students, listen to their needs and tell them the truth. Before the lesson, we will discuss your goals or what kind of learning ways you prefer. And if there is any problem or question, please let me know and we can discuss it together. **Please send me a message before our first lesson to discuss your learning plan. 預定第一堂課前請先傳訊息和我討論,预定第一堂課前请先发信息跟我讨论 **Due to the arrangement of courses’ designs during this period, I don’t have lessons for students who are under the age of 18 years in this moment.

USD 6.00/trial

What our Chinese (Mandarin) students say

5 out of 5 • Based on 1,383,252 customer reviews

  • Christina Giles

    Christina Giles

    Learning Chinese (Mandarin)

    今天我们复习了语法和(词(?))。Today, we reviewed grammar and vocabulary. Yasmine was very patient with me when I had forgotten the pronunciation of some characters. First, she would give me a hint; if I still couldn't remember it, she would tell me the word again and and the meaning. I appreciate her calm and patient way of teaching me, because helps me gain the confidence/motivation to practice, instead of avoiding it due to fear of making mistakes. 谢谢老师。

  • Michka

    Michka

    Learning Chinese (Mandarin)

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

  • Alani

    Learning Chinese (Mandarin)

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

  • Nikos Kouthouri

    Nikos Kouthouri

    Learning Chinese (Mandarin)

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

  • Camille

    Camille

    Learning Chinese (Mandarin)

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

  • Yuni

    Learning Chinese (Mandarin)

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

  • L H

    Learning Chinese (Mandarin)

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

  • Ron Taylor

    Ron Taylor

    Learning Chinese (Mandarin)

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

  • Mélia LAMOURETTE

    Learning Chinese (Mandarin)

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

  • Zoran Nikolic

    Learning Chinese (Mandarin)

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

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Frequently asked questions

What level of Chinese do I need to have before taking conversational Chinese classes?

Before taking conversational Chinese classes, it’s recommended that you have at least a basic understanding of the language, ideally at a beginner (A1) or lower-intermediate (A2) level. This would include being familiar with basic vocabulary, simple sentence structures, and common phrases. While it’s possible to start conversational lessons as a complete beginner, having some foundation in pronunciation (like tones) and basic characters will make the process smoother and more effective.

Conversational Chinese classes are designed to help you improve speaking and listening skills, so knowing some basic grammar and vocabulary will allow you to participate in conversations more easily. If you’re a beginner, your tutor will likely focus on building your confidence and helping you practice simple conversations. If you’re at a more intermediate level, the focus can shift to more complex sentence structures and deeper discussions.

Can I take online conversational Chinese classes?

Yes, you can definitely take online conversational Chinese classes, and italki is a great platform for this! It offers one-on-one lessons with native Chinese-speaking tutors who can help you practice speaking, improve your listening skills, and build your confidence in real-life conversations. Whether you’re a beginner or more advanced, you can find a tutor who tailors lessons to your specific needs, helping you focus on topics that interest you, like daily life, travel, or business Chinese. Online conversational Chinese classes are highly flexible, allowing you to schedule lessons at times that suit you, and you can learn from the comfort of your own home.

How many classes do I need to take to become fluent in Chinese?

The number of classes needed to become fluent in Chinese depends on several factors, including your starting level, learning goals, and how much time you can dedicate to studying. For beginners, fluency can take several years to achieve, with consistent study and practice. On average, it might take around 600 to 1,200 hours of study to reach conversational fluency, which can equate to about 1-2 years of regular lessons.

However, becoming fluent also involves immersion, practice outside of lessons, and exposure to the language in different contexts. The key is consistency – taking lessons regularly, engaging in conversations, and practicing vocabulary, pronunciation, and grammar. Additionally, actively using the language in real-world situations will significantly speed up your progress.

Setting specific milestones and working closely with a tutor on conversational practice can help accelerate your learning and give you a clearer idea of how many lessons you might need to become fluent.

Who are the tutors that will be teaching the conversational Chinese classes?

The tutors teaching conversational Chinese classes on italki are native speakers or highly proficient speakers of Chinese, with a variety of teaching backgrounds and expertise. Some tutors are professional language instructors with formal teaching qualifications, while others are informal teachers with extensive experience in helping learners improve their conversational skills. These tutors come from diverse regions where Chinese is spoken, offering a range of accents and dialects (Mandarin, Cantonese, etc.).

Many tutors also specialize in different areas, such as business Chinese, travel vocabulary, or preparing for Chinese language exams. You can choose a tutor based on your personal learning goals, preferences, and their teaching style. Tutor profiles on italki include information about their qualifications, experience, teaching methods, and reviews from other students, helping you select the right match for your conversational practice.

How do I sign up for conversational Chinese classes?

To sign up for conversational Chinese classes on italki, follow these steps:

Create an Account: If you don’t already have an account, visit italki.com and sign up by entering your email or connecting through a social media account.

Browse Tutors: Once logged in, go to the “Teachers” section and search for conversational Chinese tutors. You can filter your search based on criteria like availability, teaching style, experience, and reviews from other students.

Check Tutor Profiles: Review the profiles of different tutors, which include their qualifications, lesson offerings, teaching approach, and availability. Many tutors also offer trial lessons, allowing you to get a feel for their teaching style before committing to a regular class.

Book a Lesson: Once you find a tutor you like, click on their profile and choose a time slot that fits your schedule. You’ll be able to select the lesson type (such as conversational practice or specific skills) and pay for the lesson directly through the platform.

Start Learning: After booking, you’ll be able to join your lesson through italki’s video call feature. You can communicate directly with your tutor to focus on improving your conversational skills.

Ready to start learning Chinese today? Sign up now to find the perfect Chinese teacher for you and take your language skills to the next level!