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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 02:45 Tomorrow
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher Clara (Ying).
5.0

16 Lessons

Clara (Ying)id verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
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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.

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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

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USD 15.00/trial
Available 12:30 Tomorrow
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher Lan.
5.0

413 Lessons

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

As a tutor , Four years of experience delivering customized Chinese lessons in a relaxed atmosphere, fostering student progress through personalized learning plans.

USD 8.00/trial
Available 08:45 Tomorrow
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher Jacqueline.
5.0

100 Lessons

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

Certificated teacher with over 10 years of teaching Chinese as a first and second language. I have been teaching Chinese as a foreign language for ten years in both international school setting and private tutoring. I am a certified teacher in Hong Kong and have achieved a degree in teaching Chinese as a foreign language. After obtained my master's degree, I taught in two international schools as a Chinese speaking homeroom teacher. Except for regular Chinese lessons, I also taught other subjects in Chinese to non-Chinese speaking students at school.

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USD 10.00/trial
Available 08:45 Tomorrow
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher LilyWu.
5.0

723 Lessons

LilyWuid verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
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English
+3

🎓 Master of Education with over 20 years of teaching experience.教育学硕士&经验丰富 Hello everyone! My name is Lili. I work as a primary school Chinese teacher, and I am also an experienced Chinese tutor for international learners. I have four years of experience teaching Chinese as a foreign language. My students come from South Korea, Japan, the United States, Spain, Russia and many other countries. They include primary, middle and university students, as well as working adult Chinese enthusiasts. On Italki, I use a range of well-known textbooks in my classes: Easy Steps to Chinese, Short-term Spoken Chinese, New Concept Chinese and New Practical Chinese Reader. • Young learners can study with Easy Steps to Chinese to build a solid foundation in Chinese. • Adult students focusing on speaking practice may choose Short-term Spoken Chinese or New Concept Chinese. • If you want systematic training in Chinese listening, speaking, reading and writing, New Practical Chinese Reader will be the ideal choice. • I also offer targeted HSK preparation courses for students planning to take the HSK exam. You are warmly welcome to join my Chinese classes. Wish you peace, good health, happiness and joy! 大家好,我是丽丽,我是一名小学语文教师,也是一名经验丰富的对外汉语教师。 我教过四年对外汉语,我的学生来自韩国、日本、美国、西班牙、俄罗斯等国家,有小学生、中学生、大学生也有参加工作的成年汉语爱好者。在italki, 我使用《轻松学中文》《汉语口语速成》《新概念汉语》《新实用汉语课本》等课本教学。儿童汉语学习者可以选择《轻松学中文》夯实汉语基础,想练习口语的成年学习者可以选择《汉语口语速成》和《新概念汉语》,想系统学习汉语听说读写的可以选择《新实用汉语课本》。如果想参加HSK考试,可以选择相应的HSK课程学习。 欢迎您选择我的汉语课,祝您平安!健康!幸福!喜乐!

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USD 6.00/trial
Available 08:45 Tomorrow
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher 文歆Wenxin.
5.0

1,688 Lessons

文歆Wenxinid verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
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German
·English
+2

I used to be a tutor for Chinese classes (Modern Chinese IV) at the University of Freiburg and attend Chinese classes with German students for three years, so I know how Germans learn Chinese at university. 我曾经担任过弗莱堡大学汉语课(现代汉语IV)的助教,并且和德国同学们一起参加了三年的汉语课,比较了解德国人在大学如何学习汉语。

USD 6.00/trial
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher Min Sheng.
5.0

406 Lessons

Min Shengid verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
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English
+1

I love teaching Chinese and I can honestly say that is my passion.I have been teaching Chinese on Instagram and other platforms for over one year and I’ve got over 10,000 followers recently. Hooray!

USD 18.00/trial
Available 14:00 Tomorrow
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher Liko Ou.
5.0

645 Lessons

Liko Ouid verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
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Chinese (Cantonese)
Native
·English
+2

I have three years of teaching experience, teaching students from children to adult. I can teach all levels of students. For kids, I know how to interact with them in funny ways, like we play games, watch videos, read flashcards. For beginners or teenagers or adult, based on your objective, I will design the plans for you and prepare your personal materials for you in every class. We will use whiteboard to learn Chinese pinyin and characters. More importantly, we will listen to short stories and make simple conversation. My courses will be student-centered and can be customized based on students' requirements and interests.

USD 5.00/trial
Available 08:45 Tomorrow
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher Annie (HSK & HSKK).
5.0

4,303 Lessons

Annie (HSK & HSKK)id verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
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Chinese (Other)
·English
+3

✨Certified teacher with over 8 years teaching experience🌈Beginner to Advanced ✨Fun and Relaxed Over 8 years on italki, I’ve helped 200+ students from 30 countries transform "Chinese is impossible!" into "I nailed my HSK 3!" 🎯 My secret? Your interests drive our lessons. 🎉 Real-life fluency: We cook Yunnan recipes while practicing food vocabulary 🥢, discuss cat memes to master slang (my two rescue cats approve!), or role-play business negotiations. 🎉 HSK success: 92% of my exam students pass within target timelines—I decode tricky grammar with clear examples & customized drills7. 🎉 Safe space for mistakes: As a language learner myself , I patiently guide you through tones and characters—no judgment, just progress✨. Let’s chat over virtual tea and design YOUR breakthrough!

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USD 11.00/trial
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher 思恩Shay.
5.0

3,502 Lessons

思恩Shayid verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
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Chinese (Other)
Native
·English

- I've had 1000+ hours of Chinese teaching experience online for students at all levels and with different needs. (HSK test, Oral skills, Writing skills, and Reading skills) - I have a TESOL certificate, so I can speak quite fluent English. - I used to work with an international language school for about 7 years, which equipped me with intercultural communication skills. - I have a wide range of interests, trust me, I'm a good friend to chat with.

USD 5.00/trial
Available 12:00 Tomorrow
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher Zara✨ Kids&Adults.
5.0

13 Lessons

Zara✨ Kids&Adultsid verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
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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 08:45 Tomorrow
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher Alba.
5.0

323 Lessons

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

Professional Mandarin Chinese Teacher with 10 years of teaching experience I am a Chinese teacher with teaching experience in China, Thailand and Ireland for many years. I obtained two degrees in language teaching. My students are from different backgrounds and at different age groups. I have a deep understanding of student learning and comprehension. I love communicating with different learners based on their interests and needs. I love teaching. I think learning a new language is a happy journey with passion and motivation. I am here to help you progress in this exciting Chinese language learning journey. Believe me, it will be fun and meaningful with me.

USD 13.90/trial
Available 08:45 Tomorrow
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher Yuna✨臺灣華語👩🏻🏫🗣️.
5.0

1,287 Lessons

Yuna✨臺灣華語👩🏻🏫🗣️id verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
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English
·Japanese
+1

Let me help you practice Mandarin in the daily life! 陪您練習中文的好朋友😉 嗨 大家好!我是Yuna😊 🗣臺灣出生長大的華語母語者。 ✅英文 ✅日文 我同時也是一名諮商會談經驗豐富的生涯發展諮詢師,期待為您的華語學習,帶來多元的視野、體驗與學習。我的興趣廣泛,包括文化、旅遊、電影、烹飪、音樂、室內室外活動等等。 ✨讓我成為您華語學習旅程的好夥伴吧! Hello, everyone! I'm Yuna😊 🗣A native Mandarin speaker born and raised in Taiwan. ✅English ✅Japanese. In addition to teaching Chinese, I am an experienced career development consultant with a strong background in counseling and coaching. I hope to enrich your Chinese learning journey by sharing diverse perspectives, real-life experiences, and engaging conversations. ✨I'd love to be your learning partner and help you enjoy every step of your Chinese learning journey! 皆さん、こんにちは!ユナです😊 🗣台湾で生まれ育った中国語のネイティブスピーカーです。 ✅英語✅日本語 私は中国語教師であると同時に、豊富なキャリア相談・カウンセリング経験を持つキャリア開発コンサルタントでもあります。中国語を学ぶことはもちろん、さまざまな視点や文化、実体験を取り入れながら、楽しく学べるレッスンを心がけています ✨あなたの中国語学習がもっと楽しく、実りあるものになるよう、全力でサポートします。ぜひ、一緒に楽しく中国語を学びましょう! 🎈 2.5 年 線上華語教學經驗 / 2.5 year experience of online Mandarin teaching / 2.5 年 オンライン中国語教育経験 🎈 華語文師資培訓(136小時) / Completed the Mandarin Teacher Trainings(136hr) / 華語教師研修を終了しました(136時間) 1️⃣ 國立臺灣大學語言中心_華語文師資研習班 2️⃣ 文藻外語大學_線上兒幼華語教師培訓 💬實用的中文會話課程-像與朋友般地聊天,同時精進您的中文能力 💬Practical Mandarin conversation class - Like chatting with a friend while helping you enhance your Mandarin proficiency. 👉量身定製化中文課程-一起設定您的學習目標和課程內容形式,以最貼切符合您的需求 👉Tailor-made Mandarin course - Designing the learning goals and course content together in order to best suit your needs. 💛有趣的學習主題,以及舒服且愉快的學習氛圍 💛A comfortable and engaging environment with interesting topics.

USD 16.00/trial
Available 09:30 Tomorrow
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher Coral Wang.
5.0

7,990 Lessons

Coral Wangid verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
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English
+1

Mandarin Chinese teacher with over 4000 lessons of teaching experience As a mandarin Chinese teacher with 3 years and over 4000 lessons of teaching experience, I am patient, considerate and dedicated in teaching. I enjoy every minute in the class, and I feel happy from the bottom of my heart when I see my students build up confidence in Chinese learning and make great progress.

USD 5.50/trial
Available 07:30 Tomorrow
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher Eileen.
5.0

15 Lessons

Eileenid verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
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English

Free Conversation|Chinese Exam Preparation|Chinese Interview Guidance Hello everyone, I am Eileen, from China, I have many years of Chinese teaching experience, and I hold an international Chinese teacher certificate. I am a cheerful person who likes to make friends from different places. I love Chinese culture very much and hope to show the charm of Chinese culture to more people. 🔯International Chinese teacher. 🔯Exclusive lessons can be customized according to the individual situation of the students. 🔯Can teach Chinese lovers of all ages to learn Chinese. 🔯Quickly improve students' Chinese listening, speaking, reading and writing skills. 🔯Enthusiastic, cheerful, meticulous and patient. I have many years of online Chinese teaching experience, teaching Chinese lovers of all ages to learn Chinese. Business Chinese/Spoken Course ☎️Learn relevant Chinese terminology for the industry in which the students work. ☎️Quickly improve your listening and speaking skills, with pronunciation correction guidance, let you speak authentic Mandarin. ☎️ Can use rich experience in human resources to do interview counseling. HSK Exam Guidance 🔔Intensive practice for test sites, detailed explanations of real questions, and training of answering skills. 🔔Pass the exam efficiently in a short time. Chinese courses for children ❤️Daily word teaching, including colors, numbers, animals, etc. ❤️Use pictures, picture books, and small games to let children learn Chinese happily.

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USD 10.00/trial
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Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher Yuli - HSK&Speaking.
5.0

5,600 Lessons

Yuli - HSK&Speakingid verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
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Chinese (Other)
Native
·English
·Japanese
·Chinese (Cantonese)
+2

Structured Chinese lessons for beginners, intermediate speakers, and HSK learners Hi, I'm Yuli, a professional Chinese teacher from China, now based in France. I help complete beginners build a clear foundation and help intermediate learners turn the Chinese they understand into Chinese they can actually speak. My lessons are best for: • Beginners who want to learn Chinese step by step • Intermediate learners who feel stuck when speaking • HSK and HSKK students who need a clear study plan • Learners who want practical Chinese for daily life, work, or living in China In my lessons, you will learn how to: ✓ build accurate, natural sentences ✓ improve pronunciation and tones ✓ speak with more confidence ✓ understand grammar through practical examples ✓ remember and use what you learn A typical lesson includes review, clear explanations, guided sentence-building, speaking practice, and personalized corrections. I provide structured materials adapted to your level and goals. I have over 10 years of teaching experience, including more than 5,500 lessons on italki and extensive experience with private students. I began part-time and later became a full-time Chinese teacher. My students have started from zero, passed HSK exams with strong scores, and become more confident communicating in Chinese. I speak English and Japanese, so I can support beginners when needed. In the trial lesson, we will discuss your goals, check your level, identify your main difficulties, and create a clear learning plan. Complete beginners are welcome. No preparation is needed.

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

27 Lessons

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

Learn Authentic Chinese with Eva ! 🏅 CTCSOL-Certified Mandarin Coach | 6+ yrs I hold a Master’s in Film Studies and a B.A. in Advertising, and I’m currently studying Psychology and Neuroscience at the University of London. I bring science-based learning strategies into every class, including: Spaced repetition (so you remember long-term, not just “today”) Multi-sensory learning (speaking, listening, reading, and real context together) Emotional memory techniques (so vocabulary sticks naturally) My students range from complete beginners to advanced learners, from young children to retired university professors. Whatever your goal, daily conversation, HSK, travel, or business Chinese, I’ll build a clear step-by-step plan with flexible pacing, personalized materials,

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Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher Molly Zhao.
5.0

547 Lessons

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

Certified tutor for adults, over 6 years experience! 你好!我是Molly,一名大学中文教师。 Hello! I'm Molly Zhao, a Chinese language teacher at university. 拥有国际汉语教育硕士学位,教中文6年+。 With a Master's in Teaching Chinese as a Foreign Language, I specialize in adult education for 6+ years. 我是多语言学习者(英/日/韩语),很理解学习外语的困难。 Being multilingual (English/Japanese/Korean), I deeply understand language learning challenges. 我有汉语国际教育专业的硕士学位。 I have a master's degree in teaching Chinese to speakers of other languages 我以前教汉语国际教育专业的学生,现在在大学教中文。有超过6年的线上、线下教学经验。 I used to train students whose major is teaching Chinese to speakers of other languages, and now I teach Chinese language in university. I have over 6 years of experience teaching online and in classrooms. 我擅长系统地教中文,教过综合课、口语课、阅读课、写作课、听力课。我会使用不同的材料帮助你学习,并给你反馈。 I am good at teaching Chinese systematically. I've been teaching comprehensive Chinese, oral Chinese, writing, listening. I will use different materials to help you and give you feedback. 我用中文教中文。不要担心,用中文学习中文是最好的方法! I use CHINESE to teach Chinese (and a little English according to your Chinese level), but don't worry about it! 一般来讲,我们会学习生词、语法和课文,做一些练习。 Generally speaking, we will learn vocabulary, grammar and texts, and do some exercises. 对于初学者来说,我会更注意你的发音和语法。如果你更想提高别的技能,比如说或写,我也会帮助你。 For beginners, I would pay more attention to your pronunciation and grammar. If you want to improve other skills, such as speaking or writing, I'll help you with that as well. *仅限成人学员 *Adult learners only

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What our Chinese (Mandarin) students say

5 out of 5 • Based on 1,383,247 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!