Chinese – Second Language Courses

In this course, you will gain a solid foundation in Mandarin Chinese, enabling you to communicate effectively in both personal and professional settings. By the end of the course, you will have mastered essential skills to understand and speak Chinese confidently. Here’s what you will learn:

Master Mandarin Pronunciation

Learn the correct pronunciation of Mandarin Chinese using the Pinyin system.

Understand the four tones in Mandarin and how they affect meaning.

Practice tone pronunciation to ensure clarity and fluency in conversations.

Understand Chinese Tones

Discover the importance of the four tones in Mandarin and how each tone changes the meaning of words.

Get hands-on practice with tone exercises to improve your speaking skills.

Read and Write Basic Chinese Characters

Familiarize yourself with Chinese characters and their structure.

Learn how to recognize and write basic Chinese characters to start reading simple texts.

Learn Key Vocabulary and Phrases

Master essential vocabulary used in everyday situations such as greetings, introductions, and questions.

Learn practical phrases for communicating with Mandarin speakers in daily life, business settings, and travel.

Understand Tone Rules and Their Applications

Dive deep into tone rules and understand when and how to apply them in different contexts.

Learn how tone changes in certain phrases and how this can affect sentence structure.

Develop Basic Conversational Skills

Build your ability to engage in simple conversations in Mandarin, covering a range of topics.

Practice asking and answering questions, ordering food, and making small talk.

Gain Insights into Chinese Culture

Explore how language and culture are intertwined in Mandarin.

Understand the significance of the language in China’s rich history, literature, and traditions.

Boost Your Confidence in Speaking Mandarin

Apply your knowledge in real-world conversations through interactive exercises and lessons.

Receive feedback and guidance from experienced tutors to improve your speaking and listening skills.

Prepare for Business and Travel in Mandarin-speaking Countries

Learn specific language skills useful for traveling or conducting business in Mandarin-speaking countries like China, Taiwan, and Singapore.

Improve your ability to understand and navigate different cultural settings when communicating in Mandarin.

In this course, you will gain a solid foundation in Mandarin Chinese, enabling you to communicate effectively in both personal and professional settings. By the end of the course, you will have mastered essential skills to understand and speak Chinese confidently. Here’s what you will learn:

Master Mandarin Pronunciation

Learn the correct pronunciation of Mandarin Chinese using the Pinyin system.

Understand the four tones in Mandarin and how they affect meaning.

Practice tone pronunciation to ensure clarity and fluency in conversations.

Understand Chinese Tones

Discover the importance of the four tones in Mandarin and how each tone changes the meaning of words.

Get hands-on practice with tone exercises to improve your speaking skills.

Read and Write Basic Chinese Characters

Familiarize yourself with Chinese characters and their structure.

Learn how to recognize and write basic Chinese characters to start reading simple texts.

Learn Key Vocabulary and Phrases

Master essential vocabulary used in everyday situations such as greetings, introductions, and questions.

Learn practical phrases for communicating with Mandarin speakers in daily life, business settings, and travel.

Understand Tone Rules and Their Applications

Dive deep into tone rules and understand when and how to apply them in different contexts.

Learn how tone changes in certain phrases and how this can affect sentence structure.

Develop Basic Conversational Skills

Build your ability to engage in simple conversations in Mandarin, covering a range of topics.

Practice asking and answering questions, ordering food, and making small talk.

Gain Insights into Chinese Culture

Explore how language and culture are intertwined in Mandarin.

Understand the significance of the language in China’s rich history, literature, and traditions.

Boost Your Confidence in Speaking Mandarin

Apply your knowledge in real-world conversations through interactive exercises and lessons.

Receive feedback and guidance from experienced tutors to improve your speaking and listening skills.

Prepare for Business and Travel in Mandarin-speaking Countries

Learn specific language skills useful for traveling or conducting business in Mandarin-speaking countries like China, Taiwan, and Singapore.

Improve your ability to understand and navigate different cultural settings when communicating in Mandarin.