Learning Chinese Through Stories

Are you a fan of our podcast and hungry for more? Well, we've got a treat for you! By becoming a member, you'll gain exclusive access to our treasure trove of story and story explanation transcripts. Transcript Membership Did you know that you can practice your spoken Chinese with Rui & Simeng and other language enthusiasts ? Besides having exclusive access to the transcript, you can also engage in spontaneous conversations with other learners where you can improve your Chinese speaking skills in a friendly, supportive environment. For a limited time, use code LCTS50 to get 50% off your annual membership at Checkout.  Join LCTS community and Speaking Chinese Now ************************************************************ In this episode, we are sharing an observation that was written by someone online in 2019 about his experience living in China. We rewrote the article to make it comprehensible to Intermediate level learners. The writer's insights will undoubtedly give you a fresh perspectiv

Are you a fan of our podcast and hungry for more? Well, we've got a treat for you! By becoming a member, you'll gain exclusive access to our treasure trove of story and story explanation transcripts. Transcript Membership Did you know that you can practice your spoken Chinese with Rui & Simeng and other language enthusiasts ? Besides having exclusive access to the transcript, you can also engage in spontaneous conversations with other learners where you can improve your Chinese speaking skills in a friendly, supportive environment. For a limited time, use code LCTS50 to get 50% off your annual membership at Checkout.  Join LCTS community and Speaking Chinese Now ************************************************************ 一来......二来...... is used colloquially similar to the English "for one thing...., for another." You can start with a clause explaining the outcome, and then explaining the reasons with "一来...二来..." ************************************************************ Brilliant Idea #1

Are you a fan of our podcast and hungry for more? Well, we've got a treat for you! By becoming a member, you'll gain exclusive access to our treasure trove of story and story explanation transcripts. Transcript Membership Did you know that you can practice your spoken Chinese with Rui & Simeng and other language enthusiasts ? Besides having exclusive access to the transcript, you can also engage in spontaneous conversations with other learners where you can improve your Chinese speaking skills in a friendly, supportive environment. For a limited time, use code LCTS50 to get 50% off your annual membership at Checkout.  Join LCTS community and Speaking Chinese Now ************************************************************ it implies a sense of "both...and..." or "also...also..." in English. It indicates that multiple people or things are involved in a similar action or state. ************************************************************ Brilliant Idea #1 If you need something rock solid i

Are you a fan of our podcast and hungry for more? Well, we've got a treat for you! By becoming a member, you'll gain exclusive access to our treasure trove of story and story explanation transcripts. Transcript Membership Did you know that you can practice your spoken Chinese with Rui & Simeng and other language enthusiasts ? Besides having exclusive access to the transcript, you can also engage in spontaneous conversations with other learners where you can improve your Chinese speaking skills in a friendly, supportive environment. For a limited time, use code LCTS50 to get 50% off your annual membership at Checkout.  Join LCTS community and Speaking Chinese Now ************************************************************ It is used to express "not only...but also..." in English. In Chinese, we use the character "既" (jì) to introduce the first aspect or quality, and "又" (yòu) to introduce the second aspect or quality. Unlike“又......又......” which is used colloquially, “既......又......”is used in more

Are you a fan of our podcast and hungry for more? Well, we've got a treat for you! By becoming a member, you'll gain exclusive access to our treasure trove of story and story explanation transcripts. Transcript Membership Did you know that you can practice your spoken Chinese with Rui & Simeng and other language enthusiasts ? Besides having exclusive access to the transcript, you can also engage in spontaneous conversations with other learners where you can improve your Chinese speaking skills in a friendly, supportive environment. For a limited time, use code LCTS50 to get 50% off your annual membership at Checkout.  Join LCTS community and Speaking Chinese Now ************************************************************ 又......又......(yòu……yòu…… ) is a common grammatical structure in Chinese that indicates that two qualities or actions coexist. It shows that two things are happening or being described at the same time. We use "又" before each quality or action to connect them together. ********

Are you a fan of our podcast and hungry for more? Well, we've got a treat for you! By becoming a member, you'll gain exclusive access to our treasure trove of story and story explanation transcripts. Transcript Membership Did you know that you can practice your spoken Chinese with Rui & Simeng and other language enthusiasts ? Besides having exclusive access to the transcript, you can also engage in spontaneous conversations with other learners where you can improve your Chinese speaking skills in a friendly, supportive environment. For a limited time, use code LCTS50 to get 50% off your annual membership at Checkout.  Join LCTS community and Speaking Chinese Now ************************************************************ In this episode, we will be exploring another important aspect of conjunctions for coordination, specifically focusing on the structure "有时候......有时候......" (yǒu shíhou...yǒu shíhou...), which translates to "sometimes...sometimes..."  This structure is commonly used in Chinese to

Are you a fan of our podcast and hungry for more? Well, we've got a treat for you! By becoming a member, you'll gain exclusive access to our treasure trove of story and story explanation transcripts. Transcript Membership Did you know that you can practice your spoken Chinese with Rui & Simeng and other language enthusiasts ? Besides having exclusive access to the transcript, you can also engage in spontaneous conversations with other learners where you can improve your Chinese speaking skills in a friendly, supportive environment. For a limited time, use code LCTS50 to get 50% off your annual membership at Checkout.  Join LCTS community and Speaking Chinese Now ************************************************************ In this episode, we will be exploring another important aspect of conjunctions for coordination, specifically focusing on the structure "有时候......有时候......" (yǒu shíhou...yǒu shíhou...), which translates to "sometimes...sometimes..."  This structure is commonly used in Chinese to

Are you a fan of our podcast and hungry for more? Well, we've got a treat for you! By becoming a member, you'll gain exclusive access to our treasure trove of story and story explanation transcripts. Transcript Membership Did you know that you can practice your spoken Chinese with Rui & Simeng and other language enthusiasts ? Besides having exclusive access to the transcript, you can also engage in spontaneous conversations with other learners where you can improve your Chinese speaking skills in a friendly, supportive environment. For a limited time, use code LCTS50 to get 50% off your annual membership at Checkout.  Join LCTS community and Speaking Chinese Now ************************************************************ In this episode, we'll be exploring a common grammatical structure in Chinese that expresses the idea of doing something for a short period of time and then switching to something else. This structure involves using conjunctions for coordination, which we covered in our previous epis

Are you a fan of our podcast and hungry for more? Well, we've got a treat for you! By becoming a member, you'll gain exclusive access to our treasure trove of story and story explanation transcripts. Transcript Membership Did you know that you can practice your spoken Chinese with Rui & Simeng and other language enthusiasts ? Besides having exclusive access to the transcript, you can also engage in spontaneous conversations with other learners where you can improve your Chinese speaking skills in a friendly, supportive environment. For a limited time, use code LCTS50 to get 50% off your annual membership at Checkout.  Join LCTS community and Speaking Chinese Now ************************************************************ Today, we have something special to share with you—a heartfelt letter written by a granddaughter during the Qingming Jie, a time of remembrance and honoring our ancestors. In the letter, she recalled the small gestures of love, like secretly giving us pocket money for candies and pati

Today, we have something special to share with you—a heartfelt letter written by a granddaughter during the Qingming Jie, a time of remembrance and honoring our ancestors. In the letter, she recalled the small gestures of love, like secretly giving us pocket money for candies and patiently waiting at the school gate every day. As I read this letter, it reminded me of my own dear grandma, who recently left us but forever holds a special place in my heart. Hopefully you can also take a moment to reflect on your own experiences with your grandparents, those precious moments that have shaped your life. ************************************************************ Brilliant Idea #1 If you need something rock solid in your life and someone shared this podcast with you, or you think you already subscribed on Apple Podcast/Spotify, support us by becoming a patron.  And be sure to share with a friend or colleague if you enjoy the podcast because:  2023 marks 8th year of LCTS We want to hear your feedback It will moti

Today, we delve into a thought-provoking phenomenon that has garnered significant attention and sparked intense debates in recent times. It all started in April 2021 when a post titled "Tang Ping Ji Shi Zheng Yi" (Lying Flat Is Justice) surfaced on the popular Chinese online community, Baidu Tieba. This post quickly caught the eyes of many, resonating with a large number of individuals. Join us as we explore the various perspectives and delve into the complexities of the "lying flat" movement, shedding light on the shifting dynamics of societal expectations and personal fulfillment in today's fast-paced world. ************************************************************ Brilliant Idea #1 If you need something rock solid in your life and someone shared this podcast with you, or you think you already subscribed on Apple Podcast/Spotify, support us by becoming a patron.  And be sure to share with a friend or colleague if you enjoy the podcast because:  2023 marks 8th year of LCTS We want to hear your feedback

Today, we delve into a thought-provoking phenomenon that has garnered significant attention and sparked intense debates in recent times. It all started in April 2021 when a post titled "Tang Ping Ji Shi Zheng Yi" (Lying Flat Is Justice) surfaced on the popular Chinese online community, Baidu Tieba. This post quickly caught the eyes of many, resonating with a large number of individuals. Join us as we explore the various perspectives and delve into the complexities of the "lying flat" movement, shedding light on the shifting dynamics of societal expectations and personal fulfillment in today's fast-paced world. ************************************************************ Brilliant Idea #1 If you need something rock solid in your life and someone shared this podcast with you, or you think you already subscribed on Apple Podcast/Spotify, support us by becoming a patron.  And be sure to share with a friend or colleague if you enjoy the podcast because:  2023 marks 8th year of LCTS We want to hear your feedback

Celebrated on the fifth day of the fifth month of the lunar calendar, Dragon boat festival holds a significant place in the hearts of the Chinese people, tracing its roots back thousands of years. But why do we have the Dragon Boat Festival? Let's travel back in time to the Zhou Dynasty, an era when China was divided into seven warring states. ************************************************************ Brilliant Idea #1 If you need something rock solid in your life and someone shared this podcast with you, or you think you already subscribed on Apple Podcast/Spotify, support us by becoming a patron.  And be sure to share with a friend or colleague if you enjoy the podcast because:  2023 marks 8th year of LCTS We want to hear your feedback It will motivate us to continue crafting more stories ************************************************************ Brilliant Idea #2 You’re obviously full of wisdom and fluent in Chinese if you are listening to LCTS . We appreciate every feedback we receive, and it helps

Celebrated on the fifth day of the fifth month of the lunar calendar, Dragon boat festival holds a significant place in the hearts of the Chinese people, tracing its roots back thousands of years. But why do we have the Dragon Boat Festival? Let's travel back in time to the Zhou Dynasty, an era when China was divided into seven warring states. Access the transcript of this episode by becoming our patron. R&S ************************************************************ Brilliant Idea #1 If you need something rock solid in your life and someone shared this podcast with you, or you think you already subscribed on Apple Podcast/Spotify, support us by becoming a patron.  And be sure to share with a friend or colleague if you enjoy the podcast because:  2023 marks 8th year of LCTS We want to hear your feedback It will motivate us to continue crafting more stories ************************************************************ Brilliant Idea #2 You’re obviously full of wisdom and fluent in Chinese if

In this episode, we delve into a personal journey that challenges societal expectations and embraces the essence of living freely. The episode explores a profound quote, "你并不是为了一个什么目的在做一件事情，你只是很自由地活着而已" (You're not doing something for a specific purpose; you're simply living freely). Access the transcript of this episode by becoming our patron. R&S ************************************************************ Brilliant Idea #1 If you need something rock solid in your life and someone shared this podcast with you, or you think you already subscribed on Apple Podcast/Spotify, support us by becoming a patron.  And be sure to share with a friend or colleague if you enjoy the podcast because:  2023 marks 8th year of LCTS We want to hear your feedback It will motivate us to continue crafting more stories ************************************************************ Brilliant Idea #2 You’re obviously full of wisdom and fluent in Chinese if you are listening to LCTS . We appreciate every feedback we r

In this episode, we delve into a personal journey that challenges societal expectations and embraces the essence of living freely. The episode explores a profound quote, "你并不是为了一个什么目的在做一件事情，你只是很自由地活着而已" (You're not doing something for a specific purpose; you're simply living freely). Access the transcript of this episode by becoming our patron. R&S ************************************************************ Brilliant Idea #1 If you need something rock solid in your life and someone shared this podcast with you, or you think you already subscribed on Apple Podcast/Spotify, support us by becoming a patron.  And be sure to share with a friend or colleague if you enjoy the podcast because:  2023 marks 8th year of LCTS We want to hear your feedback It will motivate us to continue crafting more stories ************************************************************ Brilliant Idea #2 You’re obviously full of wisdom and fluent in Chinese if you are listening to LCTS . We appreciate every feedback we r

Leaving Alibaba without having another job lined up. Access the transcript of this episode by becoming our patron. R&S ************************************************************ Brilliant Idea #1 If you need something rock solid in your life and someone shared this podcast with you, or you think you already subscribed on Apple Podcast/Spotify, support us by becoming a patron.  And be sure to share with a friend or colleague if you enjoy the podcast because:  2023 marks 8th year of LCTS We want to hear your feedback It will motivate us to continue crafting more stories ************************************************************ Brilliant Idea #2 You’re obviously full of wisdom and fluent in Chinese if you are listening to LCTS . We appreciate every feedback we receive, and it helps us craft the following week’s Podcast. Leaving us a review on iTunes ! ************************************************************ If you are not in China, but want to get busy learning/speaking Chinese  with a

Leaving Alibaba without having another job lined up. Access the transcript of this episode by becoming our patron. R&S ************************************************************ Brilliant Idea #1 If you need something rock solid in your life and someone shared this podcast with you, or you think you already subscribed on Apple Podcast/Spotify, support us by becoming a patron.  And be sure to share with a friend or colleague if you enjoy the podcast because:  2023 marks 8th year of LCTS We want to hear your feedback It will motivate us to continue crafting more stories ************************************************************ Brilliant Idea #2 You’re obviously full of wisdom and fluent in Chinese if you are listening to LCTS . We appreciate every feedback we receive, and it helps us craft the following week’s Podcast. Leaving us a review on iTunes ! ************************************************************ If you are not in China, but want to get busy learning/speaking Chinese  with a

In these podcast episodes, we delve into the essential topic of supporting and comforting our friends when they appear upset. We provide you with practical phrases and questions to show your concern and offer solace during their difficult moments. Transcript of this episode  ************************************************************ Brilliant Idea #1 If you need something rock solid in your life and someone shared this podcast with you, or you think you already subscribed on Apple Podcast/Spotify, support us by becoming a patron.  And be sure to share with a friend or colleague if you enjoy the podcast because:  2023 marks 8th year of LCTS We want to hear your feedback It will motivate us to continue crafting more stories ************************************************************ Brilliant Idea #2 You’re obviously full of wisdom and fluent in Chinese if you are listening to LCTS . We appreciate every feedback we receive, and it helps us craft the following week’s Podcast. Leaving us a review

Shout out to Edwin for sharing with us this idea of creating an episode of Chinese Idioms involving body parts ! In this episode we went through 5 categories and covered 11 idioms that involve body parts. Help us keep LCTS going and reach 200 patrons  https://www.patreon.com/learningchinesethroughstories Access the transcript of this episode by becoming our patron. R&S ************************************************************ Brilliant Idea #1 If you need something rock solid in your life and someone shared this podcast with you, or you think you already subscribed on Apple Podcast/Spotify, support us by becoming a patron.  And be sure to share with a friend or colleague if you enjoy the podcast because:  2023 marks 8th year of LCTS We want to hear your feedback It will motivate us to continue crafting more stories ************************************************************ Brilliant Idea #2 You’re obviously full of wisdom and fluent in Chinese if you are listening to LCTS . We appreciat