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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
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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 01:45 Tomorrow
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher Xinyi.
5.0

68 Lessons

Xinyiid verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
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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 Lisa.
5.0

139 Lessons

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

Certified Chinese, English & German Teacher | Academic Researcher & University Teacher Hi! I’m Lisa, a native Chinese speaker fluent in German (C2) and English (C2). I hold CTCSOL certificate (CTCSOL). With 12-year living experience in northern China, 12 years in southern China & 14 years in Germany, I've become a trilingual language teacher and entrepreneur. Working as academic researcher & project manager, I've taught Bachelor/master students at the Technical University Berlin, and have 5+ years of teaching experience. I offer Chinese, English and German lessons, conversational practice and consulting for study abroad in China/Germany. ------------------------------------------------------------ Hallo! Ich bin Lisa, chinesische Mutterspracherin mit Deutsch (C2), Englisch (C2), und besitze das CTCSOL Zertifikat. Durch meine 12-jährige Lebenserfahrung in Nordchina, 12 Jahre in Südchina und 14 Jahre in Deutschland habe ich mich zu einer dreisprachigen Sprachlehrerin entwickelt. Gleichzeitig bin ich Unternehmerin. Als wissenschaftliche Mitarbeiterin & Projektmanagerin habe ich Studierende an der TU Berlin unterrichtet und verfüge 5+ Jahre Unterichtserfahrung. Ich biete Chinesisch-, Englisch- und Deutschunterricht, Konversationstraining sowie Beratung fürs Auslandsstudium in China/Deutschland an. ------------------------------------------------------------ Hi! 我是 Lisa(母语中文,德语C2,英语C2)。 凭借在中国北方12年、南方12年以及德国14年的工作生活经历,我成长为一名教授中英德三语的国际教师。我也是一名创业者。 作为科研人员和项目经理,我曾在柏林工业大学任教本科和硕士生,拥有5年以上线上线下教学经验。 除中文教学外,我也提供英语和德语课程,以及口语会话练习。如果你计划前往中国/德国留学,欢迎咨询!

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

347 Lessons

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

文学博士,拥有在日本和韩国教授汉语经验的资深语言学教师。 你好,我是凯文,很高兴见到你!我来自中国,是一位专注于外语教学的教师。多年来,我一直致力于汉语和日语的高阶教学,积累了丰富的教学经验。我的学术背景扎实,拥有文学博士学位,并且已经出版过一本学术专著,在语言学领域有着深厚的造诣。我的教学不仅注重语言知识的传授,更强调对语言本质的深入理解和思考。如果你希望提升自己的学术写作能力,或者希望更好地阅读和理解中国、日本的经典著作,我相信我可以为你提供专业的指导。欢迎所有有志于精进语言能力的同学加入我的课堂,让我们一起探索语言的魅力,开启一段充实而有意义的学习旅程!

USD 13.00/trial
Available 01:45 Tomorrow
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher Jiamin Zhang.
5.0

117 Lessons

Jiamin Zhangid verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
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English
+1

Chinese Community Tutor - Learn Through Real Conversation 哈喽~我叫Jasmine,我来自中国。我有丰富的与学生一起工作的经验,也有一定的中文教学经验。通过这些经历,我发现教学是我真正的热情所在,也很享受与学生的互动,课余时间,我喜欢弹吉他、弹钢琴、听音乐、阅读以及观看真人秀。我很期待能和你用中文讨论这些兴趣爱好! I have many experience about working with students and also have some experience of being a Chinese teacher. Throughout my experience, I realize this is where my passion land and I enjoy the interaction with students. Outside learning, I like playing guitar, piano, listening to music, reading, and watching reality shows. I'm looking forward to discussing those hobbies in Chinese with you! 我已经有大约一年的中文教学经验,我接触并辅导过各类不同背景的学生。我目前正在攻读临床社会工作(Clinical Social Work)项目,这进一步提升了我与学习者建立联系和支持他们成长的能力。 I've been a Chinese teacher for about one year and I've worked with a wide range of students. I'm now woking on my clinical social work program, which further strengthened my ability to connect with learners and support their growth. 在我的教学经历中,我擅长提供个性化的辅导。我会花时间了解学生的兴趣,并根据他们的兴趣和学习情况调整教学计划,帮助他们取得进步。此外,我始终致力于营造一个支持性和鼓励性的学习环境,以促进学生的学习效果。凭借我作为中文老师和助教的经验,我将为你提供根据兴趣和能力量身定制的个性化指导。在我的课堂上,你不仅可以提升中文水平,还能探索有趣的文化故事、传统习俗以及真实生活中的表达方式!让我们将一起营造一个良好的学习环境,帮助你充分发挥潜力。 Throughout my epxerience, I'm good at providing individualized help. I take time to explore students' interests and adjust my teaching plan to help them succeed. Moreover, I always aim to foster a supportive environmet to facilitate students' learning. I my class, you can not only improve your Chinese but also learn about exploring fascinating cultural traditions, and real-lfie expression!

USD 6.00/trial
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher Lena Huang.
5.0

3,397 Lessons

Lena Huangid verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
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Chinese (Cantonese)
Native
·English

7-year experience of language teaching. Free, fun and flexible class. In university, I made friends with 3 foreign teachers. We used to do a language exchange. I taught them Chinese for free to help them fit into the lives in China better. Besides, from 2012 to 2019, I became a tutor as a second job, to help 6 students learn languages. Teaching methodologies: - Instructional scaffolding. I am just like a scaffold. I'll help you when you need in order to enhance learning. Supports will gradually be removed as you develop autonomous skills. - Zone of proximal development, which means the difference between what a learner can do without help and what he/she can achieve with guidance from a teacher. I will focus on this zone and explore your hidden potential.

USD 8.00/trial
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher Leya (Kids & Adults).
5.0

1,754 Lessons

Leya (Kids & Adults)id verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
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English
+1

💖CTCSOL certificate teacher; Mandarin2A Certification; 👑CTCSOL—Certificated Chinese teacher 💎Mandarin 2 A Certification 🥇5 years of teaching experience as a Chinese teacher online 🥇 beginner-advanced 👧Hello, I'm Leya.Thanks for checking my profile. I'm from Harbin, a beautiful city in northern China. I am a native Chinese speaker. I graduated from Harbin Normal University and got my Master's Degree. Teaching style: relaxing atmosphere, encouragement Materials: 《HSK1-6》,HSKK,《YCT1-6》 ,《博雅汉语》 ,《 Developing Chinese》,500+picture books,etc. I have a lively, cheerful, and caring personality. Students describe me as a good teacher who is passionate about teaching and patient with students. Welcome to book Chinese lessons with me:)See you soon! I have been a Chinese teacher in Italki for 5 years.These fIve years of online teaching experience not only let me meet many friends from all over the world, but also let me accumulate teaching experience and improve my teaching ability. My classroom style is relaxed and interesting, and I like to explore some teaching methods suitable for the students. I pay attention to the students' status as the main body of learning, in addition to the necessary guidance, I try my best to give the students the opportunity to practice speaking. I hope to see your progress! I will build relaxing atmosphere in class, please be self-confident and express what you want to say. Provide materials in class and send files to each student after class.

USD 5.50/trial
Available 00:30 Tomorrow
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher Amy.
5.0

720 Lessons

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

I majored in biology. After which, I began my teaching career as an English Tutor. I have an English Certification in China. I taught a wide age range and varying ability spectrum, primarily supporting preparations for standardized testing. I am fortunate to have had a diversity of wonderful students. I offer a range of a whiteboard, colorful flashcards, and dynamic language games to accommodate the learning needs and interests of children and their families. 我已经有三年以上的教龄了。 而且我也有英语的教师资格证。 我自己也学习外语,我觉得语言的学习是一件很美妙的事。

USD 5.00/trial
Available 02:00 Tomorrow
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher Ting Zou.
5.0

11 Lessons

Ting Zouid verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
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English
+3

Patient & Encouraging Mandarin Teacher | Kids & Beginners | 3000+ Lessons ✨ Hello! I'm Ting, a certified Mandarin teacher with a bachelor’s degree in Economics, majoring in International Trade. Teaching Mandarin is my true passion. I’ve taught students from over 20 countries, from complete beginners and young kids to advanced learners. I love helping them not only learn but actually enjoy the language. If you want patient, warm and personalized lessons, you’re in the right place! 💡 Why we’ll make a great team: 💬 Real-life Chinese: I teach practical everyday spoken Mandarin, including casual and formal differences. I’m very patient with beginners and help advanced students build confidence. 👦👧 I understand kids: As a mom of a 9-year-old boy, I make lessons fun and engaging, like games for children. 🌍 I know the struggle: With 10 years in international trade, and currently improving my English (B2) and learning Spanish (A2), I understand how hard it can be. Mistakes are welcome here! 📝 Tailored for you: I adjust lessons to your strengths and needs. After class I’ll send personalized review notes. 🏡 Beyond the classroom: I enjoy badminton and yoga. At home I love building LEGO with my son, doing puzzles and watching mystery movies. We also have a leopard gecko and a turtle! 🦎🐢 I’m here to support you and your family. Let’s start this fun and relaxed Mandarin journey together!

USD 7.00/trial
Available 01:45 Tomorrow
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher Zhang.
4.9

2,289 Lessons

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

My specialties:Chinese literature/Ancient Chinese poetry/Beginners/words Proverbs idioms explanation I‘ve tutored my some of my friends's kids in Chinese. I’ve helped a friend edit and publish a memoir. So I can help you improve writing skills as well.

USD 6.00/trial
Available 01:45 Tomorrow
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher Jiao.
5.0

564 Lessons

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

10 years teaching Chinese as a second language experience. I have taught abroad at the Confucius Institute for four years Confucius Institute located in London, UK. I also taught for two and half years at the International College in Harbin Normal University, China. I have taught courses for the HSK proficiency test level one to six. While I was teaching at the international college, all my students who were enrolled in HSK6 passed their proficiency exam. I have also taught International Baccalaureate courses, where I was teaching IB Chinese Standard Level B in Charterhouse School located in London. I have experience teaching GCSE Chinese and have taught Mandarin at primary schools where I was teaching and preparing students for the YCT exam too.

USD 10.00/trial
Available 10:00 Tomorrow
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher Coco Kuo.
5.0

185 Lessons

Coco Kuoid verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
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English
+1

不拘一格,超过3年的教学经验,可以让你轻松有趣的提高中文水平。 I can teach Audults Children both. I have experience of teaching both one-line and off line.

Test PreparationKidsBusiness
USD 8.00/trial
Available 23:45 Today
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher Zhou Yi_Sophia.
5.0

1,685 Lessons

Zhou Yi_Sophiaid verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
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English
·Japanese
·Korean
+1

Start teaching language Since 2012 / over 10,000 teaching hours / all kinds of courses experienced Have taught lessons over 10,000hours online and offline in total. Experienced with all kinds of courses. 今までは1万時間以上の授業をした。入門コースから高級コースまで、また会話コース・HSK と中検の受験コースなど、各種類のコースの経験が持っている。 自从教以来,线上线下授课时长超1万小时,学生来自世界各国,从入门课程至高级课程、口语课程及HSK考试课程等各类型课程均有丰富授课经验。

Test PreparationBusiness
USD 20.00/trial
Available 23:00 Today
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher Joanna Qin.
5.0

1,601 Lessons

Joanna Qinid verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
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English
·Spanish
+1

Chinese/Mandarin Fluency Coaching|Speak Clearly, Confidently and Easily Understood ❤️【Can’t wait to work with you and Turn Chinese into your brilliant personal strength!】👏 ✅️Hi there! I’m a professional Chinese tutor with ten years of teaching experience and a Master’s degree in Chinese Education. My specialty is helping you quickly get past pronunciation hurdles. Using my unique teaching methods, I’ll help you sound natural and authentic when speaking Chinese. ✅️No matter your background—professional, exam candidate, or culture lover—you’ll enjoy the thrill of being complimented on your Chinese every time you speak. With lots of cross‑cultural communication experience, I build genuine connections with students from all around the world. 💃Look forward to walking this journey with you and turning your Chinese into your shining calling card. 💪I can help you with: ☀️Pronunciation, Listening Speaking, Reading and Writing ☀️Conversation Practice: Topics like life skills, movies, arts, jobs, series, musics, videos, delicious food, job, travelling and so on. ☀️Motivation...--I will create a pure linguistic environment and desire multiple activities to better your emotional experience ☀️China Life and Culture ☀️Vocabulary, Essay, and Document Checking ☀️Survival Chinese 🎯My main goals are: ① To make sure you get all your questions answered, whatever they may be. ② To make you're comfortable conversing with any Chinese speaker you come across. ③ To use my English language-learning journey as a means of encouragement for you.

USD 12.00/trial
Available 01:45 Tomorrow
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher Yasmine(Kids&Adults).
4.9

3,210 Lessons

Yasmine(Kids&Adults)id verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
·
English
·Chinese (Other)
Native

⚡Back to School 25% off ⚡Beginner - Advanced✨HSK|IELTS|KET✨Speaking✨Authentic Accent✨Business&Travel 👋 Hi, I’m Yasmine 🌟 Certified Chinese & English teacher | 8,000+ teaching hours | 800+ students worldwide I help beginners, exam learners, and busy professionals build real confidence in Chinese and English through structured, practical, and engaging lessons 🚀 Starting from zero, struggling with tones, or preparing for HSK / AP Chinese, I will guide you step by step with a clear and efficient learning system. Thank you for your ❤️on my italki profile. 🎯 What I teach: ✅ HSK & AP Chinese Exam Prep Targeted strategies, speaking practice, and exam-focused training ✅ Beginner Chinese (Zero → Confident Speaker) Pronunciation, tones, essential vocabulary, and daily conversations ✅ Conversational Chinese & English Real-life communication for travel, work, and daily use ✅ Kids & Teens Lessons Fun, interactive learning with stories, games, and activities 🎮 🌟 Why learn with me: 🟢 Certified TESOL & CTCSOL teacher 🟢 Personalized lesson plans based on your goals 🟢 Live notes + customized homework after every class 🟢 Patient, structured, and supportive teaching style 💬 In my lessons you will: 🗣️ Start speaking from day one 🎭 Practice real-life conversations and role-plays 📝 Get clear notes for review 📈 Improve step by step with visible progress 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Group learning is available — please contact me for more details. 🎉 Long-term package available (15-lesson discount) 📅 Message me or book a trial lesson anytime—let’s start your learning journey 🚀

Test PreparationBusinessKids
USD 25.00/trial
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Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher 雨晴Lucia.
4.9

1,306 Lessons

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

Half year of online teaching experience in school Two years of language exchange experience with my net friends.

USD 5.00/trial
Available 03:00 Tomorrow
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher Chia.
5.0

1,172 Lessons

Chiaid verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
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Chinese (Taiwanese)
Native
·English
·Spanish

🎙️ Speak Real Mandarin from Day 1 | Exclusive Podcast & Vocabulary Lists Hello! ¡Hola! 你好 Nǐ hǎo! I'm Chia, a Vancouver-based Mandarin instructor with over 12 years of experience and a Master’s in Cultural Studies. Certified in Business Chinese, I specialize in professional communication and cross-cultural bridge-building. I am dedicated to helping learners at all levels move from the basics to mastery with clarity and confidence. Whether you're learning Mandarin to connect with your partner's family, explore Chinese culture, or simply challenge yourself, I'll make sure every lesson feels relevant, practical, and built around you. What makes my lessons different: ⇢ Fully personalized materials & slides : custom-designed for your level, pace, and interests. No generic textbooks. ⇢ A clear learning roadmap : every session is structured around your real progress, so you always know where you're going. ⇢ Cultural depth : I bring both Taiwanese and Chinese cultural context into lessons, so you're not just learning the language, you're understanding the world behind it. ⇢ Both Traditional & Simplified characters : you choose what fits your goals. I cover everything from daily conversation and pronunciation to grammar, listening, and professional Mandarin, always in a warm, structured, and encouraging environment. Ready to start speaking from Day 1? Send me a message, I'd love to hear about your goals. 📨 I'm now offering lesson subscriptions (with discount) for those looking for a consistent study routine. Send me a message for more details!☺️

USD 12.00/trial
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher Yuanyuan(Kids&HSK).
5.0

8,371 Lessons

Yuanyuan(Kids&HSK)id verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
·
English

CTCSOL cert|8k+italki lessons|Custom lessons:speaking,grammar&more|Rich materials|IG:chinesewithyuan 🤗Hello everyone! My name is Yuanyuan, and you can call me Fangyuan. I am a native Chinese speaker with a CTCSOL certification and over 8,000 hours of teaching experience on italki. 🌈I’m also a freelancer and Chinese vlogger, so I have flexible schedules for lessons. 🌈I love traveling, playing the piano, reading, art, dramas, animals, and exploring new ideas. I’m,curious,enthusiastic, patient, and dedicated, and I enjoy sharing my thoughts and insights with students. 👍With rich experience teaching learners of all levels, I know how to help you master Chinese effectively. I understand that Chinese may seem tricky with its unique logic, but it follows clear rules, and I’ll help you unlock them! I tailor lessons to your needs, whether you’re a beginner or advanced learner. I can help you build vocabulary, improve listening skills, boost comprehension, speak more like a native, correct grammar and pronunciation, refine your reading and writing, and reduce your accent. 👍My classes are relaxed and engaging, with lots of speaking practice, role-plays, and topic-based learning. Feel free to ask me anything—no hesitation! I’d love to be your Chinese teacher.

Medical
USD 8.00/trial
Available 01:00 Tomorrow
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher Linda X.
5.0

7,918 Lessons

Linda Xid verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
·
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.

Test Preparation
USD 13.00/trial
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher Jing.
5.0

109 Lessons

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

Unlock your potential! Fun Chinese with a experienced, professional Chinese teacher ! Beginner-Friendly + Speaking & Listening + HSK Prep 1. With a BA in Chinese Language and Literature, and a BA in Teaching Chinese as a second language. 2. A-Level Mandarin certificate. I aim to help my clients practice and improve their Chinese with lesson that are varied, fun, and interesting. I will find out what you want so that together we can choose lessons that suit you.I want to give my clients the opportunity to speak as much as possible in my lessons and I am also an expert in error correction, I'll quickly identify your problems and explain how to correct them.

USD 7.00/trial

What our Chinese (Mandarin) students say

5 out of 5 • Based on 1,383,150 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!