

Takeaway Chinese
China Plus
A weekly Chinese language teaching show which covers the most frequently used Chinese words and expressions, dialogues, language tips, and stories behind the idioms.
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Nov 8, 2023 • 2min
Special: How to say “confidence” in Chinese?
In this special episode of Takeaway Chinese, we're going to learn the word "信心",which is one of the most beautiful things that you can possess.

Nov 6, 2023 • 27min
Special forces-style traveling 特种兵式旅游
Learn about the trend of 'special forces-style traveling' in China, where tourists aim to visit all five of the country's great mountains in a short period of time. The hosts also discuss finding the right travel partner, must-see attractions, pronunciations and accents in Chinese, and the advantages and drawbacks of special forces-style traveling for college students.

Nov 3, 2023 • 3min
Special: How to say "open up" and "seal off" in Chinese?
In this special episode of Takeaway Chinese, we're going to learn a pair of widely-used antonyms in Chinese. That is "开放" and "封闭".

Oct 31, 2023 • 3min
Special: How to say "old" and "new" in Chinese?
Exploring the meaning and usage of 'old' and 'new' in Chinese, discussing outdated methods and embracing a blend of new and old in global trade and infrastructure development. Also, a humorous question about why husbands and wives in Chinese are affectionately referred to as 'Lao-gong' and 'Lao-pou'.

Oct 30, 2023 • 31min
Alternatives of hotels: Staying overnight at bathhouses 旅游住宿新选择
The podcast discusses the alternative of staying overnight at bathhouses instead of hotels, exploring the concept and amenities offered. They also delve into Chinese language learning, late-night snacks in Chinese culture, and the meaning of certain Chinese phrases.

Oct 26, 2023 • 2min
Special: How to say "few" and "many" in Chinese?
Learn the meanings and applications of the Chinese words 'dul' and 'shao'. Discover how to describe quantities and their usage as adjectives and adverbs. Explore idioms associated with quantities and China's call for international harmony.

Oct 24, 2023 • 3min
Special: How to say "big" and "small" in Chinese?
In this special episode of Takeaway Chinese, we're going to learn a pair of antonyms that are used not only to compare the size of objects and places, but also concepts and ideas. That is "大" and "小".

Oct 23, 2023 • 27min
Pursuing Study in China Ep9: Internship opportunities and experience 实习
The podcast discusses the value of internships, the importance of actively learning, and Chinese terms related to work pace and efficiency. They also explore concepts of language learning and the friendly environment within the workplace. The hosts share their personal experiences with internships and reflect on their impact on career paths.

Oct 16, 2023 • 30min
Pursuing Study in China Ep8: The difficulties of learning Chinese 学中文最难的是什么?
Exploring the challenges and difficulties of learning Chinese, including tones, complex characters, and grammar. The hosts discuss the nuances of phrases and words, as well as the importance of mastering the language. They also touch on the difficulties of learning Chinese characters and the lack of slower speech in daily life.

Oct 9, 2023 • 32min
Pursuing Study in China Ep7: Campus Life 校园生活
A:
Xiàkè yīqǐ qù dǎ lánqiú ba!
下课一起去打篮球吧!
Let's go play basketball together after class!
B:
Xiàcì ba, wǒ zuìjìn tèbié máng.
下次吧,我最近特别忙。
Maybe next time. I've been really busy lately.
Wǒ děi qù túshūguǎn xiě lùnwén.
我得去图书馆写论文。
I have to go to the library to work on my paper.
A:
Tiān na!
天哪!
Oh my goodness!
Lí jiézhǐ rìqī háiyǒu liǎng gè yuè ne!
离截止日期还有两个月呢!
There are still two months until the deadline!
Xuébà, bié "juǎn" le!
学霸,别“卷”了!
Don't overwork yourself, Mr./Ms. Overachiever!
B:
Wǒ yào zhēngqǔ ná jiǎngxuéjīn, děi kǎo gè hǎo chéngjì.
我要争取拿奖学金,得考个好成绩。
I want to get a scholarship, so I need to get a good grade.
A:
Hǎo ba, dàn nǐ jìde yào láoyì jiéhé a!
好吧,但你记得要劳逸结合啊!
Alright, but remember to keep a balance between work and rest!


