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Movie & Self-Heating Hot Pot

The video describes a relaxing weekend where the speaker enjoys a self-heating hotpot from a popular restaurant chain, prepares a sweet red pomelo fruit, and watches a movie called Spider-Man while indulging in snacks, resulting in a happy and content evening.

Published on 2025-02-18 · Used with permission

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Camping experienceThe video is about a childhood experience of crossing a narrow river on a shaky wooden bridge while climbing a mountain. The narrator struggles with balance but eventually succeeds with the encouragement of a friend, illustrating a lesson in overcoming fear and challenges.Comprehensible Mandarin
My birthday
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My birthdayThe video is about a birthday celebration where the speaker received a cake, a watch, a necklace, and other gifts from their family and friends. They also enjoy spending time with family, watching TV, singing, and receiving thoughtful gifts on their birthday.Comprehensible Mandarin
My dumpling story
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My dumpling storyThe video tells a story about the narrator's experience with dumplings (jiaozi) and how they initially didn't like them until they discovered different fillings like corn and pork, realizing that they actually loved dumplings, but just not the traditional pork and chive filling from their northern Chinese heritage.Comprehensible Mandarin
Photobombed at a concert
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Photobombed at a concertThe video shares the recent activities of the speaker, including celebrating China's National Day, visiting family in Guangdong, enjoying mooncakes for the Mid-Autumn Festival, dining with her boyfriend, exploring Ikea, and attending a concert by Princess Six. It features food photos, travel experiences, and concert snapshots.Comprehensible Mandarin
A day in my life working in Downtown Toronto
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A day in my life working in Downtown TorontoThe video follows a day in the life of a Meiling, outside of her home, starting at 7:30 am at the train station, moving to a coffee shop for work, enjoying breakfast and lunch, and finishing with dinner at a Korean restaurant in Toronto. Throughout the day, she emphasizes the importance of efficient work habits and finding motivation in productive environments like cafes and libraries.A Cup of Chinese
My lovely puppy Dundun
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My lovely puppy DundunThe video shares a heartwarming story about a cute yellow dog named Dun Dun, highlighting his mischievous behavior as a puppy and his cleverness in overcoming challenges. The narrator expresses love and joy in sharing the experiences of raising Dun Dun as a beloved pet.Comprehensible Mandarin
My dog Anan went missing!
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My dog Anan went missing!The video shares the heartwarming story of the speaker and their pet dog An'an, including how An'an came into their life and a touching moment when An'an went missing but eventually returned home safely, bringing joy and relief to the speaker.Comprehensible Mandarin
Doing grocery for Mid-Autumn festival
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Doing grocery for Mid-Autumn festivalThe video follows Meiling as she shops for traditional foods like mooncakes and snacks at a supermarket in Toronto to celebrate the upcoming Mid-Autumn Festival, sharing her memories and favorite items along the way. She encourages viewers to enjoy the festival and the beautiful moon while also inviting them to watch her other vlog videos to learn Chinese.A Cup of Chinese
Where I'm from & my birthday
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Where I'm from & my birthdayThe video is a simple introduction by Lai Chenwen, who talks about herself, her accessories, the weather, her dog, birthday celebrations, hobbies, and outings with friends, including eating burgers and playing arcade games. Comprehensible Mandarin
Self introduction
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Self introductionThe video is a self-introduction where the speaker, Xiao Wu, talks about his family, favorite color, food, drink, pet, sports, and favorite season, expressing his love for summer. He mentions enjoying playing badminton and spending time at the beach, and ends by encouraging viewers to introduce themselves in the future.Comprehensible Mandarin
How's the weather?
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How's the weather?The video discusses the speaker's plans to go to the beach based on the weather forecast. Due to bad weather today, they decide to go tomorrow instead, as the weather will be sunny in the morning and afternoon.Comprehensible Mandarin
My morning routine
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My morning routineThe video shows a daily morning routine, starting from waking up to stretching exercises, breakfast preparation and emphasizing the importance of having a nutritious breakfast every day for a productive day ahead.Comprehensible Mandarin
This store is so nice!
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This store is so nice!The video shows a shopping trip where the host explores various items such as nail polish, jewelry, sunglasses, pet toys, snacks, and stationery products. The host also tries on accessories like rings, bracelets, and discusses different products available in the store.Comprehensible Mandarin
Visiting a friend in the hospital
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Visiting a friend in the hospitalThe video shares a story about a friend getting injured, going to the hospital, and undergoing surgery. The narrator visits the friend in the hospital and emphasizes the importance of bringing gifts when visiting someone in the hospital.Comprehensible Mandarin
👻 or not? 😂
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👻 or not? 😂 The video shows a group of people taking photos and posing for a camera. There is playful banter and laughter as they try to capture the perfect shot.Blabla Chinese - Comprehensible Input
Plants in the garden
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Plants in the gardenThe video showcases a visit to a park with trees, flowers, and various fruits. It emphasizes the importance of cherishing and caring for the plants in the park.Comprehensible Mandarin
How I lost 12 pounds
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How I lost 12 poundsThe video discusses weight loss and dieting methods, such as avoiding sweet and high-calorie foods like cakes, donuts, and cookies, and opting for healthier options like fruits and vegetables to help with weight loss. The speaker shares their personal experience of losing 5 kilograms by eating healthily and avoiding sugary and fried foods.Comprehensible Mandarin
Gifts from friends
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Gifts from friendsThe video showcases various items that the speaker's friends have gifted or lent to her, including scented items, a stuffed toy, a gaming console, books, and a customized clothing item. The speaker expresses gratitude towards her friends for these thoughtful gifts and gestures.Comprehensible Mandarin
My favorite plant
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My favorite plantThe video discusses the speaker's favorite plant, called鹅掌柴 (Goosefoot wood), which is easy to care for and resilient. The plant can be propagated in water and is a great companion for busy individuals due to its low maintenance nature.Comprehensible Mandarin
Taotao Chops
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Taotao ChopsThe video features Taotao introducing and cutting various fruits and vegetables, including pumpkins, tomatoes, strawberries, and onions. Taotao demonstrates how to cut different foods in a fun and educational way.Comprehensible Mandarin
Taotao's Toys
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Taotao's Toys The video features a child showing various toys, including airplanes, cars, a caterpillar, and a crab-shaped water sprayer. The child explains the colors and features of each toy while playing with them, providing a fun and informative showcase.Comprehensible Mandarin
My holiday: the sea
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My holiday: the seaThe video showcases a trip to the beach with friends, enjoying various water activities like riding motorbikes and swimming in the clear sea. The narrator also introduces some local fruits and a relaxing spot by the beach, expressing their love for the ocean and sharing their adventures.Comprehensible Mandarin
Take a high speed train with me
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Take a high speed train with meThe video provides a detailed walkthrough of taking a high-speed train in China, from ticket verification to finding a seat and amenities available on board.Comprehensible Mandarin
My COVID story
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My COVID storyThe video discusses the speaker's experience of being diagnosed with COVID-19, sharing symptoms and treatment. The speaker and their family members all tested positive, followed by a discussion of recovery and the importance of rest, medication, and consuming fruits high in Vitamin C for faster recovery.Comprehensible Mandarin
My trip to America
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My trip to AmericaThe video describes a person's three-month trip to the United States, where they learned kayaking, explored different cuisines, and enjoyed activities like tai chi, reading, painting, and diving in places like Niagara Falls and Sanya while also improving their cooking skills.Comprehensible Mandarin
Building blocks with my niece
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Building blocks with my nieceThe video shows two friends, Chen Yuki and Tao Tao, building colorful structures using blocks. Tao Tao's house falls, but they quickly rebuild it with different colored blocks. The video ends with them playing and tapping on different blocks, promising to continue in the next episode.Comprehensible Mandarin
I like small towns
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I like small townsThe video discusses preferences between big cities and small cities, as well as favorite colors. It also mentions using an iPad for learning and watching videos in 2022.Comprehensible Mandarin
Weather changes in my city
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Weather changes in my cityThe video discusses the weather conditions, including sunny, rainy, and cloudy days, with a focus on the current temperature and blooming flowers. The speaker expresses a preference for sunny weather and ends by asking the viewers about their preferences.Comprehensible Mandarin
Hainan Coconut Chicken
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Hainan Coconut ChickenThe video showcases a visit to a Chinese restaurant where a variety of dishes, including coconut chicken and tea, are enjoyed with friends. The food is presented and described in detail, highlighting the delicious flavors.Comprehensible Mandarin
My weekend
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My weekendThe video follows a person's day at work, hanging out with friends at a bar, enjoying music, games, and laughter. They end the weekend feeling happy and content, inviting viewers to share how they spend their weekends.Comprehensible Mandarin
Earth pot chicken
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Earth pot chickenThe video shows a person walking in the rain to meet a friend for a meal at a restaurant called "地锅鸡" (Stewed Chicken in Pot) that serves delicious Northeastern cuisine. The friend demonstrates how to eat a dish called "螺丝" (Screw), showing the different food items on the table like peanuts and corn juice while inviting viewers to visit China.Comprehensible Mandarin
Sukiyaki and Sichuan food
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Sukiyaki and Sichuan foodThe video shows a variety of delicious dishes, including hotpot, sushi, and spicy rabbit legs from Sichuan cuisine. The meals are visually appealing and mouth-watering, showcasing a diverse range of flavors and ingredients.Comprehensible Mandarin
A friend sent me a bouquet of flowers
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A friend sent me a bouquet of flowersThe video discusses buying flowers online, with the narrator sharing a story about receiving flowers as a gift and the process of buying, waking up, trimming, and placing the flowers in a vase. It also touches on the reasons for buying flowers online, such as convenience and cost, and highlights the best times to purchase flowers, like during special occasions or when discounts are available.Comprehensible Mandarin
Self introduction in Chinese
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Self introduction in ChineseThe video features a person introducing themselves in Mandarin, sharing personal interests such as running, playing guitar, singing, and playing basketball. They also discuss the importance of self-introduction and asking about another person's name and interests in a conversation.Comprehensible Mandarin
A day in my life working from home
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A day in my life working from homeThe video shows Meiling sharing her work-from-home routine, including preparing breakfast, working as a user experience designer, and experimenting with mixing coffee and hot chocolate. She enjoys the convenience of working from home but misses the social interaction of being in an office, hoping to find opportunities to work in shared office spaces in the future.A Cup of Chinese
Let's talk about the new 7 wonders of the world
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Let's talk about the new 7 wonders of the world The video discusses the New Seven Wonders of the World, featuring landmarks such as the Roman Colosseum, Petra, Taj Mahal, Chichen Itza, Christ the Redeemer, Machu Picchu, and the Great Wall of China. The speaker shares personal experiences and invites viewers to share their own visits to these wonders.Acquire Mandarin
What will we watch on TV?
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What will we watch on TV?The video discusses a family's conflict over TV programs, with the parents and child wanting to watch different shows. They eventually come up with a rotation schedule to allow everyone to watch their favorite programs.Comprehensible Mandarin
My favorite breakfast
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My favorite breakfastThe video is a discussion about different breakfast options, including buns, steamed bread, and fried pastries like youtiao. The host also talks about savory and sweet breakfast dishes like fried eggs with sausage, soy milk with fried dough sticks, and rice porridge, among others.Comprehensible Mandarin
My morning routine
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My morning routineThe video shows a morning routine where Meiling shares her habits of brushing teeth, washing face, toasting bread, frying an egg, and making tea. She also showcases her tea from London and wishes viewers to learn some Chinese through her vlogs.A Cup of Chinese
What I ate at Vegan Food Festival
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What I ate at Vegan Food FestivalThe video follows Meiling as she explores an outdoor fast food festival with vegetarian options, enjoying different dishes and taking photos along the way. She tries unique foods like purple momo and shares her positive experience with the viewers, inviting them to watch her other vlogs to learn Chinese in a fun and professional way.A Cup of Chinese
Amy's paintings
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Amy's paintingsThe video depicts the artist showcasing and explaining her artwork, including a New Year painting of an ox, a self-portrait, a surreal painting inspired by floating black dots, and a portrait of her mother walking the dog. Each painting reflects personal experiences and preferences, adding a unique touch to the artist's creations.Comprehensible Mandarin
My Shanghai lockdown diary
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My Shanghai lockdown diaryThe video is a reflection on the changes and realizations brought about by the lockdown in Shanghai. Cherry emphasizes the importance of cherishing time, relationships, and experiences, suggesting that these are the things that truly matter in life.Chinese Mandarin Cherry
Apartment Tour
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Apartment TourThe video is a tour of Meiling's one-bedroom apartment in Toronto, showcasing her kitchen, living room, and bedroom, along with various household items and decorations while teaching Chinese vocabulary along the way.A Cup of Chinese
Lele's school life: afternoon
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Lele's school life: afternoonThe video depicts a day in the life of a character named Lele, from taking an afternoon nap to attending English class, going to a restaurant, visiting a supermarket, and ending the day with a bedtime story and a glass of milk from her mother.Comprehensible Mandarin
Lele's school life: morning
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Lele's school life: morningThe video depicts a day in the life of a girl named Lele at her school, from breakfast with her mom to interacting with friends on the school bus, struggling with math class, and receiving encouragement from her teacher and friend.Comprehensible Mandarin
Daily Schedule
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Daily ScheduleThe video discusses a typical daily schedule, starting with waking up at 7 am, going to work at 8 am, taking a lunch break at noon, and ending the day with dinner and various leisure activities like watching TV or exercising. It poses the question of how individuals choose to spend their free time - with friends, family, personal goals, or relaxation.Comprehensible Mandarin
My birthday
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My birthdayThe video is a birthday celebration where the speaker received many gifts including a new phone, a book, a hairbrush, a pen, sunglasses, a watch, and a bag. They had a fun party with friends, played games, sang songs, and enjoyed delicious cake and juice.Comprehensible Mandarin
My pets
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My pets This video talks about the speaker's pets, including two dogs named Xiao Hua and Xiao Xin, two cats named Xiao Ye and Xiao Guo, and a bird that sings every morning. The speaker enjoys spending time with all of their pets and taking them for walks in the park and to the beach.Comprehensible Mandarin
Camping with my dad
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Camping with my dadThe video is about a child and their father going camping in the mountains, where they will hike, boat, swim, and play games without the use of phones or computers, creating fun and memorable experiences in nature.Comprehensible Mandarin
My cutest foreign students
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My cutest foreign studentsThe video discusses some interesting and humorous encounters the speaker had with their students while teaching Chinese, including misunderstandings and funny questions. It highlights the unique and fun aspects of learning languages compared to other subjects.Chinese Mandarin Cherry
Richard's Party
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Richard's PartyThe video is about Crazy, who wants to go to Richard's party to eat tasty food but doesn't have money to get there. Mireya offers to help Crazy go to the party in exchange for Chinese language lessons.Crazie Laoshi
Family Mountain Climbing
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Family Mountain ClimbingThe video follows a family climbing a mountain together, with the children energetically exploring and playing along the way while the adults enjoy the scenic views. The family eventually reaches the mountain top and starts their descent, showcasing the beauty of nature and the bond between family members.EazyMandarin
Chinese kid celebrate birthday
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Chinese kid celebrate birthdayThe video shows the family preparing for and celebrating Yao Yao's fifth birthday, including decorating the house, cooking a feast, and singing birthday songs. The family expresses their love and birthday wishes to Yao Yao throughout the video.EazyMandarin
Why am I 炸毛 yesterday
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Why am I 炸毛 yesterdayThe video transcript discusses Cherry's frustration with job interviews and Valentine's Day, expressing dislike for the holiday due to its commercialization and pressure to spend money on gifts. She ends by hoping viewers take care of themselves and signs off with love and goodbye.Chinese Mandarin Cherry
Kid tries five ways of eating durian
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Kid tries five ways of eating durianThe video shows different ways of eating durian, including eating it directly, in a cheesecake, in a Plato, in chicken soup, and baked. The person in the video tries each method one by one.EazyMandarin