Relationships

05:33

Beginner

Love

Comprehensible Mandarin

China’s mother-daughter dilemma conflicts struggles

32:46

Intermediate

China’s mother-daughter dilemma conflicts struggles

The video discussed the complex relationship between mothers and daughters in Chinese culture. The participants shared personal stories and hopes for their relationships with their mothers, touching on topics such as understanding, love, and expectations. The conversation highlighted the unique dynamics and challenges within mother-daughter relationships in China.

Xiaogua Chinese

19:52

Intermediate

A matchmaking event in China

The video transcript discusses Dawn's experience at a blind date convention, where she observed the matchmaking process and felt uncomfortable with the way participants were matched based on looks. She concludes by expressing their preference for natural encounters and the beauty of serendipitous moments in love, rather than arranged meetings.

Chinese at Dawn

10:22

Intermediate

Ask friends to break up

The podcast hosts discuss whether it is appropriate to advise others to break up or get a divorce. They share their differing opinions on the matter, with one host believing in the importance of individual growth through relationships and the other being more supportive of ending relationships for personal happiness. Ultimately, they leave it up to the audience to share their thoughts on the topic.

Lazy Chinese - Comprehensible Input

13:26

Intermediate

Are we really good friends?

In this video, two friends quiz each other to test their friendship. They discuss topics such as hometown, siblings, university major, past relationships, hobbies, and countries visited, ultimately confirming their strong friendship bond.

Lazy Chinese - Comprehensible Input

Why Chinese parents don't say "I love you"

22:27

Intermediate

Why Chinese parents don't say "I love you"

In this conversation, Li Can and his wife talk about parenthood and why Chinese parents don't say I love you to their children.

EazyMandarin

13:56

Intermediate

Why do we get angry at your partner?

The video discusses the importance of relationships in everyday life, focusing on how safety and expectations play a significant role in how we interact with our partners. It highlights the conflicts that arise when partners have different ways of expressing emotions and the importance of not trying to change your partner but rather understanding and adjusting your own perspective.

EazyMandarin

09:51

Beginner

A breakup story

The video shares the experience of visiting the Museum of Broken Relationships in Zagreb, Croatia, where the presenter explores various real-life stories of breakups. The video highlights emotional narratives and objects that symbolize past relationships, offering viewers insight into the complexities of human emotions and the concept of loss, while encouraging them to learn relevant vocabulary about relationships and breakups.

Jiayun Mandarin

08:21

Beginner

When you have an annoying friend

In this video, Bamboo, Brag, and Dundun are featured. Dundun gets upset with Bamboo for being too loud, and the situation escalates with Dundun putting his bag on Bamboo's head and hitting him. In the end, Bamboo is upset and crying while the others seem happy, showing the dynamics of their friendship.

Lazy Chinese - Comprehensible Input

08:03

Intermediate

Chinese father-son relationship

The video discusses the portrayal of father-son relationships in Chinese culture through the movie "Shang-Chi," highlighting the dynamic of escaping the father's shadow and the complexities within the relationship. It explores the contrast between Chinese and Western storytelling styles, emphasizing the importance of mothers in bridging familial conflicts.

EazyMandarin