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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
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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 01:30 Tomorrow
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher Jiao.
5.0

564 Lessons

Jiaoid verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
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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 Sara.
4.9

148 Lessons

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

Daily 30 mins | Master Fluent Chinese!👩🏻‍🏫˙ᵕ˙ᰔ Q: Why choose me as your Chinese teacher❓ 👩🏻‍🏫:Because I'll do my best to teach. Q:What do I teach❓ 👩🏻‍🏫: Just try booking a class and you'll see. Q:Any advice for beginners? 👩🏻‍🏫: No one is born fluent in a language. Experience tells us that,studying for every day will get you learn any language! Thanks for reading!See you in class!🌹🌹

USD 8.80/trial
Available 14:45 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 00:45 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
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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
Available 14:45 Today
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher 雨晴Lucia.
4.9

1,306 Lessons

雨晴Luciaid verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
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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

8,370 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 Wendy.
5.0

2,662 Lessons

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

Skyrocket your Mandarin level with Wendy! I’ve helped many students improve their Mandarin, especially in daily conversations and real-life situations. My teaching focuses on smart learning — using simple, effective techniques to help you remember and use what you’ve learned faster. I always adapt my lessons to fit each student’s needs, goals, and pace. You’ll always feel supported and encouraged in my class!

USD 20.00/trial
Available 00:00 Tomorrow
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher Krystal Jin.
5.0

121 Lessons

Krystal Jinid verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
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English
·Russian
+1

At first I should know you what your Chinese level is and know your weakness in Chinese, and then I will hope you to correct them and we work together to strengthen them . Don’t be afraid of making mistakes. We can talk about a topic as you want, and I will help you to correct your pronunciation. We need to talk a lot. I have learned other languages besides Chinese and English, so I can understand what the real feel when you try to learn a new language. The most important things are listening and speaking. Don’t worry we can spend time in speaking.

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

4,088 Lessons

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

I am good at writing, have a good language sense, can better grasp the sense of humor between different languages, so I am definitely not a boring teacher. The pleasure of language lies in learning it, then mastering it and using it flexibly. Studying with me, is gonna be an easy and comfortable thing. If there's any teaching way you dislike , please always feel free to talk, I will be very grateful.

USD 9.00/trial
Available 15:00 Today
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher Min.
5.0

245 Lessons

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

CTCSOL certificated teacher| 10 years teaching experience| Welcome all ages students! HELLO! 欢迎来到我的课堂!👏 我是Min老师,来自中国,持有CTCSOL国际中文教师证书、普通话二级甲等证书和高校教师资格证,毕业于英国曼彻斯特大学。。我是一位耐心、友好且充满乐趣的老师,拥有超过10年的线上线下教学经验,能够根据不同学生的需求灵活调整教学方法。 课余时间,我热爱旅行、游泳和徒步,已经走访了世界上很多个国家。我喜欢与来自不同文化背景的朋友交流,家里还养了许多小动物,生活充满乐趣和探索。 无论你是零基础、兴趣学习,还是希望提升学业与职场中文能力,我都能为你量身定制学习方案,帮助你高效、有趣地提升中文水平。如果你有任何问题,欢迎随时留言或预约试听课,让我们一起开启精彩的中文学习之旅吧!🤝

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

9 Lessons

Kin Soid verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
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Japanese
·English
+1

Beginner & Conversation | Kids Chinese | 普通话一级 | HSK·YCT | Fluent in CN / JP / EN Hello! 👋My name is Xin, a native Chinese teacher. I hold a Putonghua Level 1-B Certificate, which means my pronunciation is clear, accurate, and natural.I graduated from a national 211 key university in China and studied abroad at Kobe University in Japan. I have 6 years of language teaching experience. I also have experience as a Japanese–Chinese translator and in international trade, which allows me to understand how Chinese is actually used in real life, not just in textbooks. I can teach using Chinese, Japanese, or English, and I adjust my explanations based on your native language and learning habits—so you can speak with confidence and progress faster. ✨ My Teaching Focus (Primary Focus) 🎯 Beginner to Intermediate – Speaking & Conversation 🎯 Business Chinese 🧑‍🎓 Adults: Beginner & Conversation Improvement 📝 HSK / YCT Structured Courses 📌 Class features: Songs, animated videos, picture books, games, and visuals Fun and relaxed atmosphere Strong pinyin foundation, gradually moving to characters and simple sentences Cultural elements to connect language with real meaning ✅ Why choose my lessons? 👉 Practical Chinese for real-life communication 👉 Level-based & immersive teaching, never overwhelming 👉 Multilingual support (Chinese / Japanese / English) 👉 Highly interactive classes—relaxed and encouraging 🌈 I look forward to helping you learn Chinese in an effective, enjoyable, and practical way!

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

4,494 Lessons

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

🤗10,000+hours teaching experience 🏅 Mandarin for Kids &Adults Come and join my class!🎠 Don’t waste time. I can help you with: 👉1 Pronunciation correction 👉2 Improve your ability to communicate in Mandarin 👉3 Enhance your overall Chinese level 👉4 HSK preparation and IB Chinese I have taught students of a range of nationalities and ages from 4 years old to 70. I am able to adjust my teaching style according to my students. I ensure that my lessons are effective interesting, and accessible. My teaching style is interactive, practical, and adapted to the needs of the individual student. Whether you are a beginner or an advanced learner, an adult or a child, I can help you reach your language goals. Looking forward to meeting you on italki

Test PreparationKids
USD 11.00/trial
Available 00:45 Tomorrow
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher Lucy Mao.
5.0

230 Lessons

Lucy Maoid verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
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English
·Russian

在研究生在读期间,我是俄语文学科的助教老师。在两个学期内,我都为学生解答相关的疑惑。在此期间,我为学生提供了很多学习和生活上的帮助,对于语言学习者的心理也有了很深刻的了解。

USD 10.00/trial
Available 06:00 Tomorrow

What our Chinese (Mandarin) students say

5 out of 5 • Based on 1,383,132 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.

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