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Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher Paula Wu.
5.0

12 Lessons

Paula Wuid verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
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German
·English
·Spanish
+2

9年教学经验/零基础友好/有医学背景/的汉语老师 自2016年起从事语言教学,有9年对外汉语丰富经验,学员涵盖欧洲华裔、零基础群体。 2015年开始我便开始了出国留学学生的教学 2018年在德国医院工作两年,并学了医学知识。 2020年我从德国去到西班牙教华裔汉语。 今天,我还在网络上带欧洲学生学习汉语,现指导两名德国成年学生,他们都是从零基础开始学习。

KidsMedical
USD 20.00/Hour
Available 08:00 Tomorrow
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher xiaofeng Zheng.
5.0

1,065 Lessons

xiaofeng Zhengid verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
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Japanese
·English
·Korean

I have been teaching Chinese and Japanese for almost five years. I will do my best to help you with your Chinese or Japanese. If you are interested in Chinese or Japanese culture, then we can talk more about that in our lessons, If you want to practice speaking then I will make some good dialogues for you that fit your levels and needs. To learn a new language you need to be patient with yourself and take time to learn step by step. A good language teacher could help you keep learning and I hope I could be that one.

USD 6.00/trial
Available 03:30 Tomorrow
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher May-港大TESOL&北京普通话.
5.0

282 Lessons

May-港大TESOL&北京普通话id verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
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English
·Chinese (Cantonese)
+1

Mandarin native speaker, MA(TESOL), experienced in teaching Chinese & English Customized teaching plans and materials according to students’ different ages, interests, and needs. Create interesting, engaging, and motivating classes for kids and adults. Immersive and interactive class to maximize students’ practice time. Homework assigned for each class to improve in-class content. Free Mandarin exercise worksheets, teaching material are available for students. Free after-class question answering services.

USD 6.70/trial
Available 13:00 Tomorrow
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher 希(Xī).
希(Xī)id verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
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German
·English
+2

Chinesischlehrerin | Interesse an Linguistik | Autodidaktin (Deutsch) Hallo, ich bin Xi und komme aus Wuxi in China. Nach meinem Studium der Innenarchitektur an einer Kunstakademie in Peking studiere ich derzeit Bildende Kunst in Dresden. Sowohl durch das Selbststudium als auch durch den Sprachaustausch habe ich ein gutes Verständnis für die Unterschiede zwischen dem Chinesischen und dem Deutschen entwickelt. Ich kenne typische Unsicherheiten und Verständnisschwierigkeiten, mit denen Fremdsprachenlernende konfrontiert sind, und weiß, wie man sensibel und verständlich damit umgeht. Ich glaube, der wichtigste Aspekt beim Sprachenlernen ist es, sich eine eigene Sprachwelt aufzubauen und diese im Alltag und in Gesprächen wirklich anzuwenden. In meinem Unterricht arbeite ich ohne Lehrbuch und fokussiere mich darauf, dein bestehendes Chinesisch weiterzuentwickeln. Wir starten mit offenen Gesprächen, ich gebe gezielte Korrekturen, erkläre sprachliche Feinheiten und beziehe den Vergleich mit dem Deutschen ein. Je nach Bedarf nutze ich Audio- oder Videomaterialien und erstelle nach jeder Stunde eine Übersicht mit neuem Wortschatz. Der Unterricht richtet sich an Fortgeschrittene und ist nicht für Anfänger:innen oder reine Prüfungsvorbereitung geeignet.

USD 20.00/trial
Available 11:00 Tomorrow
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher 老李 Lee.
5.0

1,387 Lessons

老李 Leeid verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
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Chinese (Other)
Native
·English
+1

我有很好的网络环境,Wi-Fi7的路由,13th CPU的电脑,1G带宽网络,保证中间不卡顿和掉线 I have my teaching experience close to 2 years. i love to help people who want learn Chinese. My Youtube channel https://youtu.be/mPgLhnlkgsk

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

1,707 Lessons

Yazi Chineseid verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
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Chinese (Other)
Native
·Korean
·Chinese (Cantonese)
Native
·English
+2

🥇KIDS Chinese expert with TPRS|6000+ Experienced‍🎓Professional ‍🎓Patient‍🎓Flexible🥇 🌏【华裔儿童专属中文导师 | 文化桥梁建造者】🌏 嗨!我是雅子老师,专注服务4-18岁海外华裔家庭。持有国际汉语教师证书及普通话一级,独创"三语沉浸教学法"(中英韩自由切换),特别理解双语成长中的语言混淆问题。5年帮助6000+华裔孩子建立文化认同感! ✅I have 5 years experience of teaching Chinese in China and Korea. I have the certificate of teaching chiense as a foreign language .I really enjoy talking with people from different cultures. I have an obsession with teaching and drinking different coffee in some special cafes. ✅Do NOT hesitate to book a trail lesson with me, I will make a unique plan for u. ✅our class is 1 to 1, if you want two or more stusents to learn with me, please text to me before you purchase classes. ✅我现在是全职汉语教师,主要教小朋友和成人快乐学中文。他们来自英国、澳大利亚、新西兰、新加坡、美国、韩国等各个国家。我非常喜欢历史、地理和旅游,我喜欢和不同国家的人交流,我也是一个语言学习爱好者,我自己学习了韩语和日语。 🏆before the 1st class, I will send you some messages to grasp some basic situation about you,and I will send you materials . And in classes, I will teach you not only new lessons but also some interesting expression and review. And after classes, I will send the notes to you to remember the content what you have learned.🏆 ✍️ I always prepare my lessons according to different students ' Chinese level . ✍️ I will provide you with unique text books , some materials and powerpoints made by myself . ✍️ I will have a quiz for you when we have a trial lesson in order to know your current Chinese situation . ✍️ I will teach you Chinese with the easiest method and conclude some tips for you .

Kids
USD 15.00/trial
Available 23:00 Today
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher Jenny Nguyen.
5.0

1,043 Lessons

Jenny Nguyenid verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
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Vietnamese
Native
·English
·Portuguese
+2

👂🗣👀✍️ "Fluency is never a final destination; it is a constant state of revision." You can call me Jenny—I’m from Hanoi, Vietnam 🇻🇳 As a language learner myself, I understand the challenges you may face, so I provide focused, supportive guidance to help you achieve your goal. 👩🏻‍🏫 As a tutor, I’m highly progress-oriented: 🗣️ I place strong emphasis on accurate pronunciation and character recognition from the very beginning, and I don’t hesitate to correct mistakes when needed — always with encouragement and a clear explanation. 🤝 At the same time, I value each student’s unique learning style, and I’m flexible in tailoring lessons to match their pace and interests. 💪 Whether you're looking for structured, comprehensive lessons or conversational practice, you will make real, measurable progress when learning with me. 🎨 We’ll learn through theme-based lessons. In which, you're going to: 🏅 Build vocabulary step by step in meaningful contexts, so you can use it naturally in real life. 🏅 Receive clear and timely corrections to help you improve accuracy and confidence. 🔍 Get a personalized learning plan that is regularly adjusted to match your progress and learning goals. ✅ Learning tips: I recommend consistent study—2×45-minute or 3×30-minute classes per week, plus short daily review at home—to help you achieve real, lasting results 🚀.

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

894 Lessons

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

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

USD 12.00/trial
Available 22:00 Today
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher 郭郭(Méi).
5.0

965 Lessons

郭郭(Méi)id verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
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English
+1

北京|全职|6年+|英美剧迷|烹饪|户外 我姓郭(Méi),住在北京,标准的普通话发音,全职线上中文老师,擅长教授普通话口语、港普纠音、HSK考试、PSC(普通话水平测试)、GAPSK考试。 在italki,我主要用Teams、腾讯会议(voovmeeting)上课。 风格:开心最重要😄! 我的教学材料很多,不止下面提到的,也可以根据您的学习材料进。 提供课程: 【HSK考试】 ①使用教材有标准教程、新实用汉语、发展汉语、博雅汉语等等。也可以使用你自己的学习材料。 ②模拟题练习。 【PSC(普通话水平测试)】 ①【2021年新版】普通话水平测试实施纲要(含音频文件) ②模拟练习题 【GAPSK考试】 ①中学及小学考试知识点讲解和练习。 ②GAPSK模拟题 【商务中文】 ①使用《赢在中国》教材或其他你想用的材料。 ②运用所学知识进行讨论。 (PS:视频是年轻时录的,现在老了!没有梯子暂时换不了视频。(≧ω≦)) ①拥有6年多儿童、成人中文教学经验。 ②非常熟悉儿童、成人主流教材,有全套的教学材料。 ③了解中小学生普通话(香港学生)学习难点。 ④对成人中文学习有巧妙的教学方法 ⑤教授地道中文表达。 风格:开心最重要😄! 我的教学材料很多,不止下面提到的,也可以根据您的学习材料进。 提供课程: 【HSK考试】 ①使用教材有标准教程、新实用汉语、发展汉语、博雅汉语等等。也可以使用你自己的学习材料。 ②模拟题练习。 【PSC(普通话水平测试)】 ①【2021年新版】普通话水平测试实施纲要(含音频文件) ②模拟练习题 【GAPSK考试】 ①中学及小学考试知识点讲解和练习。 ②GAPSK模拟题 【商务中文】 ①使用《赢在中国》教材或其他你想用的材料。 ②运用所学知识进行讨论。

Kids
USD 8.00/trial
Available 03:30 Tomorrow
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher Alice.
5.0

679 Lessons

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

I konw the ins and outs of helping students develop their language to a point where they feel safe and confident to speak it. No matter if you're a beginner who's looking to say some casual phrases to say on holiday or even a professional looking to that I can adapt my teaching style to meet your needs.

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

522 Lessons

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

Professional teacher with standard Mandarin and no regional accent ❤️ Hi! I'm Cici, a professional native Chinese teacher. 🌻 I hold a Bachelor’s Degree in Teaching Chinese as a Second Language, with systematic and professional academic training in Chinese language education for foreign learners. With10 years of full-time formal teaching experience in public primary school, I possess extremely professional and standardized Chinese teaching capabilities. I achieved a high score in the national Mandarin proficiency test, with purely standard Mandarin pronunciation without northern or southern accents. Thanks to long-term front-line Chinese teaching, I am fully familiar with all kinds of common pronunciation problems of Chinese learners and nationalities, and master targeted, efficient correction methods to help students standardize their pronunciation quickly. In addition, I have summarized exclusive scientific literacy memorization skills through years of teaching practice, helping students memorize and master a large number of Chinese characters efficiently and firmly. 🤩 I am proficient in HSK exam-oriented tutoring. I help students break through learning bottlenecks and successfully pass HSK examinations in a short time. ✨ I offer professional Business Chinese covering multiple industries, including laws, foreign trade, workplace communication, business negotiation and daily commercial scenarios, to meet your industry-specific learning needs. ❤️ Let's start learning standard authentic Chinese !

USD 9.99/trial
Available 03:30 Tomorrow
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher Lexie (shan shan).
4.9

387 Lessons

Lexie (shan shan)id verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
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English
+1

Certificated Chinese Teacher(汉语教师资格证) with over 5 years teaching experience Chinese language partner with 4 years experience. I am committed to helping you override difficulties, overcome your fears and gain confidence in your ability to communicate effectively in Chinese. Whether you're looking to improve your conversational Chinese or build your vocabulary, I am happy to partner with you and guide you on your journey. My students describe my personality as easy-going, motivating, engaged, friendly and encouraging. No doubt. I know first hand how difficult it is to learn a new language. As your teacher, I'll make it a high priority to make our language lessons together interesting, interactive and fun!

USD 10.00/trial
Available 03:30 Tomorrow
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher Lily 老师.
5.0

71 Lessons

Lily 老师id verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
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English
·Japanese
+1

🎯 Find Your Gaps. Practice Smarter. Make Real Progress| 9,000+ Lessons | Chinese for Adults & Teens 👋 Hi, I’m Lily — a Tutor Mentor with 5+ years of experience and over 9,000 lessons taught worldwide. Maybe you already know quite a lot of Chinese, but still hesitate when you speak. Maybe you keep making the same grammar or pronunciation mistakes. Or perhaps you’re preparing for HSK, AP Chinese, or a school exam and aren’t sure what you need to improve most. That’s where I can help. 🎯 Personalized learning that focuses on what YOU need One of my strengths as a tutor is identifying the specific areas that are holding a student back. Instead of giving everyone the same exercises, I design targeted practice around your needs. 👩‍💼 For Adults Whether you’re learning Chinese for work, travel, relationships, culture, or simply because you love the language, lessons are adapted to your goals and level. 🧸 For Kids & Teens (6+) Younger learners need a different approach. I use age-appropriate visuals, stories, games, conversation activities, and structured practice to keep them engaged while building strong Chinese skills. 📈 For HSK, AP Chinese & School Exams Exam preparation is one of my specialties. I identify your weaker areas, prioritize what needs the most attention, and design focused practice around them. 🚀 Ready to make your Chinese more practical and confident? Book a trial lesson and tell me what you’d like to achieve. I’ll help you identify your priorities and show you how we can work on them with a clear, personalized plan.

USD 8.00/trial
Available 02:30 Tomorrow
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher Molly.
5.0

104 Lessons

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

Adults, Kids, Absolute Beginners, Conversational Chinese, Pronunciation & Tones Hi, I’m Molly, a professional Chinese tutor offering clear and supportive standard Mandarin lessons for learners at all levels. Born and raised in North China, I speak Mandarin with a standard, easy to understand accent. I hold a Bachelor’s degree in English Education and a Master’s degree in Business Organization, which allows me to combine effective language teaching with practical communication skills. Whether you are starting from zero or want to improve your daily speaking, I will guide you step by step at your own pace and help you build a solid foundation in Chinese. I have several years of teaching experience and previously worked as an English teacher in schools. This background allows me to understand how language learners think and where they often struggle. I am skilled at explaining pronunciation and grammar in a clear and simple way, and I always adjust my lessons to each student’s level and goals. My teaching is patient, structured, and focused on helping students make steady progress. My teaching style is patient, flexible, and student-centered. I focus on clear explanations, practical examples, and step-by-step guidance to help learners build confidence and make real progress. I create lessons that are relaxed yet structured, combining grammar, vocabulary, and speaking practice in a way that is easy to follow. Whether you are a beginner or intermediate learner, I adapt my approach to suit your needs and goals, making learning both effective and enjoyable.

BusinessTest PreparationKids
USD 6.00/trial
Available 17:30 Today
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher Janine.
5.0

1,047 Lessons

Janineid verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
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Chinese (Cantonese)
Native
·English
+1

I have taught and tutored students from various countries and regions for their Chinese studies especially their speaking and pronunciation and also helped students from some Asian countries and regions with their oral English and IELTS test before, so I am sort of experienced in crosscultural and multilingual communication and interaction. 我曾为来自不同国家和地区的国际留学生讲授和辅导过汉语的学习,我也曾帮助一些亚洲国家和地区的学生练习英语口语和准备雅思考试。 我以前都有幫過啲不同國家同地區嘅國際留學生練中文,亦都有幫過啲亞洲國家同地區嘅學生練英文口語同埋準備雅思考試。

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

231 Lessons

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

作为一名教师,我已经有多年的教学经验。我知道如何让外国学生快速掌握普通话,学好中国字,并应用这些知识融入到生活当中。

USD 5.00/trial
Available 22:00 Today
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.

BusinessTest Preparation
USD 8.00/trial
Available 04:15 Tomorrow
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher Kenley HSK OC BC.
5.0

3 Lessons

Kenley HSK OC BCid verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
·
English

* A Chinese teacher with a psychology certificate Hello! I am Kenley Liu, I hold a Master's degree in Chinese Education and an American IPA International Teacher Certificate. I am also a certified psychologist - this enables me to effectively help students with various personalities master Chinese through educational psychology. I have been teaching Chinese at top international schools in Thailand for many years! I can help you quickly master the skills of listening, speaking, read and writing. If you wish: ✓ To naturally acquire Chinese in a relaxed and immersive environment ✓ To rapidly improve your HSK scores through scientific methods ✓ To obtain a customized learning plan Welcome to my class! I have many years of teaching experience in international schools in Thailand. I also hold a certificate in psychological counseling. which has been particularly helpful in my teaching of Chinese as a foreign language.I can understand the learning motivations, personalities, and habits of different learners and "prescribe the right me In my class, I use the Chinese experience textbooks and the HSK textbooks, and adopt the immersive teaching method. I encourage the children to read and practice more. In a Chinese language environment I am familiar with a wide variety of teaching materials. I have experience in teaching Chinese and HSK. I possess various teaching methods, such as the intuitive method, the deductive method, the inductive method, the comparative method, and the situational introduction method.

USD 8.00/trial
Available 03:30 Tomorrow
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher Xinyi.
5.0

68 Lessons

Xinyiid verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
·
English
+3

❤️ Beginner Friendly! ✅ Pronunciation correction ⭐️ Super Patient and Supportive! Hello! I’m Xinyi from Chengdu, China—the home of pandas 🐼 & spicy hotpot! Born in the Northeast but raised in the Southwest, I not only speak a standard Mandarin, but also fluent in both Northeast Mandarin and Sichuan dialect, with deep insights into China’s regional cultures. As a language leaner myself, I deeply know the struggles of learning Mandarin as a foreign language. What I am dedicated to do is to make a fun Chinese learning experience for my students! Whether you’re preparing for HSK exam or craving lively conversations, let’s turn challenges into victories together! 让我们一起加油吧! ✅ My Mandarin is very standard without accent! I have obtained a Level 2A Certificate in Mandarin proficiency Test! ✅ I also speak a fluent English, having scored 102 on the TOEFL exam, which enables a smooth and effective communication with you! ✅ I have been being a TA at the university and working closely with international students. So I am good at communicating with people from any part of the world! ✅ I'm super patient, encouraging, and supportive! Providing step to step guidance based on each students' pace! ⭐️ Learn Chinese easy and fun! 🔸 Tailored lessons based on your interests, goals, and levels! ⭐️ Teaching Specializations: 🔹 HSK Exam 🔹 Pronunciation correction 🔹 Integrated Chinese 🔹 Conversational Chinese

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

7,919 Lessons

Linda Xid verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
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English
·Korean
+2

master degree,10 years teaching experience,relaxing class atmosphere,special learning materials Good at HSK teaching,conversational lesson, I have taught students from all over the world, such as the United States, the United Kingdom, Canada, South Korea, Thailand, Sri Lanka, etc. Help students pass HSK test with high marks.I'm a humor and open-minded listener,during my conversational lesson,I will set the topic according to students' level and need.

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USD 13.00/trial

What our Chinese (Mandarin) students say

5 out of 5 • Based on 1,383,196 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!