Grammar, Vocabulary and Expressions

Intermediate

100 fun small talk questions

The video features Annie discussing 100 common topics in daily conversations, such as hobbies, work, travel, and personal growth. Annie gives her answers to these topics and encourages listeners to think about their own responses, aiming to improve communication skills and engage in meaningful conversations.

Story learning Chinese with Annie

16:28

Intermediate

100 fun small talk questions pt2

In this video, Annie discusses 100 common topics related to books and movies, sharing her favorite books, recent reads, and top movie choices. She also talks about her love for music, personal growth aspirations, and the role of technology in daily life.

Story learning Chinese with Annie

100 fun small talk questions | Listening challenge pt1

14:34

Intermediate

100 fun small talk questions | Listening challenge pt1

The video discusses various topics related to daily life, work, travel, hobbies, and food preferences. The speaker shares her own answers to 100 common questions asked in conversations, encouraging viewers to think about their own responses and engage in a conversation.

Story learning Chinese with Annie

Simple but useful: essential measure words for fruits & vegetables

21:38

Intermediate

Simple but useful: essential measure words for fruits & vegetables

In this video, Annie shares her online grocery shopping experience and shows what she bought, including vegetables, fish, milk, and snacks. She explains how she likes to cook at home because it's healthier, but sometimes buys ready-made meals for convenience.

Story learning Chinese with Annie

11:23

Intermediate

Fruits, flowers, and more

The video showcases a backyard garden featuring various fruits and plants like blueberries, apples, lemons, and herbs like mint and lemongrass. The speaker demonstrates the different types of plants and fruits in their garden while expressing their love for gardening and enjoying the fresh produce.

CommonsenseChinese

18:50

Intermediate

How to improve your Chinese quickly

t types of cuisine like Chinese, Korean, Italian, and Indian food.

Lazy Chinese - Comprehensible Input

33:05

Intermediate

10 Chinese sayings about marriage

The video discusses common Chinese sayings related to marriage and relationships, emphasizing the importance of understanding and maintaining strong relationships. It also touches on the challenges and dynamics of marriage, reminding viewers to work together and communicate effectively to overcome difficulties and build a lasting partnership.

EazyMandarin

16:10

Intermediate

Mastering 着

The video is about learning Chinese grammar through storytelling. The narrator describes a snowy scene outside her house while also discussing the use of the Chinese grammar particle "zhe."

Story learning Chinese with Annie

Exploring the top 10 commonly used Chinglish phrases

08:11

Intermediate

Exploring the top 10 commonly used Chinglish phrases

In this video, Annie discusses the topic of Chinglish, a mix of English and Chinese language commonly used by Chinese people. She goes over ten common Chinglish phrases and explains their meanings, aiming to help viewers understand Chinese language and culture better.

Story learning Chinese with Annie

14:56

Intermediate

6 ways to say Mandarin Chinese

The video explains the different ways to say "Chinese" in Mandarin, highlighting the cultural and historical significance behind each term. It also emphasizes the importance of understanding and being consistent with word choices in language use.

Crazie Laoshi

How to use these Chinese words: 麻烦/孝顺/自卑/土/客气/羡慕

08:17

Intermediate

How to use these Chinese words: 麻烦/孝顺/自卑/土/客气/羡慕

The video discusses several commonly used Chinese words that are important but not frequently used in English. It covers words like "麻烦" (troublesome), "孝顺" (respecting and caring for parents), "客气" (polite), "自卑" (inferiority complex), "土" (unsophisticated), and "羡慕" (envy).

Lazy Chinese - Comprehensible Input

The most important measure words in Chinese

06:31

Intermediate

The most important measure words in Chinese

This video teaches Mandarin Chinese learners about different classifiers for various objects, such as "个" for general items, "只" for small animals, and "一位" for polite reference to people. It emphasizes the importance of remembering the basic classifier "一个" if you forget the others.

Lazy Chinese - Comprehensible Input

Can you really learn Chinese better in China?

14:38

Intermediate

Can you really learn Chinese better in China?

The video discusses the challenges of learning Chinese in China, including the influence of language bubbles, lack of output practice, lack of confidence in speaking, difficulty in pronunciation, language structure, and the impact of culture and dialects. It emphasizes the importance of systematic learning and not being discouraged by natural language learning abilities.

EazyMandarin

04:53

Intermediate

Don't say these words wrong in Chinese

The video discusses the importance of not being afraid to speak Chinese with native speakers, even if you make mistakes. It shares a story of a student who bravely complimented a Taiwanese person, despite being worried about potentially offending them, and encourages others to practice Mandarin with Chinese people without fear of making mistakes.

Lazy Chinese - Comprehensible Input