Everything you need to know about Chinese New Year | 2023The video explains how Chinese people celebrate the new year and shares traditions such as cleaning, hanging couplets, wearing new clothes, eating reunion dinner, watching the Spring Festival Gala, giving red envelopes, and setting off fireworks to bring good luck and prosperity for the new year. Happy New Year!A Cup of Chinese
The Same China? 02bThe video discusses stereotypes about people from the North and their ability to drink alcohol. It also touches on height stereotypes between people from the North and South, with the conclusion that everyone is different.Blabla Chinese - Comprehensible Input
The Same China? 02aThe video discusses common stereotypes about people from the north of China, including the assumption that they can drink a lot and are tall. The speaker, Amber, challenges these stereotypes by sharing that she personally cannot drink much and is not very tall, but she is comfortable with her height and believes that stereotypes do not define individuals.Blabla Chinese - Comprehensible Input
I have 3 birthdaysThe video discusses how the teacher, Crazy, has three birthdays, one according to Lunar calendar, one according to Gregorian calendar, and one on his ID. Despite the confusion, Crazy's birthdays are celebrated by different groups of people.Crazie Laoshi
The great wallThe video discusses the history and significance of the Great Wall of China, highlighting its role in protecting the country from invaders and its transformation into a world-famous cultural heritage site. The narrator encourages viewers to visit the Great Wall to experience its ancient architecture and appreciate the hard work and dedication of those who built it.Comprehensible Mandarin
Osteoglyphs related to peopleThe video discusses the evolution of Chinese characters related to people, showcasing ancient oracle bone script and their modern counterparts, such as the symbol for "pregnant" and "follow." It highlights the meanings and transformations of these characters, providing insights into their origins and significance.Comprehensible Mandarin
Oracle bone inscriptions pt1The video discusses Chinese ancient characters known as oracle bone script, their origins, and characteristics, focusing on characters related to people. The script, used before the existence of writing tools and resembling drawings, evolved into modern Chinese characters.Comprehensible Mandarin
Chinese approach to educating children The video discusses the Chinese education system, focusing on how students progress through different stages from kindergarten to university. It highlights the challenges faced by teachers in educating students during their teenage years, emphasizing the importance of communication and guidance rather than traditional disciplinary methods.Comprehensible Mandarin
Talk showsThe video transcript talks about the popularity of stand-up comedy shows, especially in China, and describes the experience of attending a stand-up comedy performance called "笑笑" (Xiao Xiao). It highlights how these shows provide a fun and relaxing way for people, especially working individuals, to enjoy and unwind.Comprehensible Mandarin
Care & Challenges for the elderly in an aging society - Chinese Comprehensible InputThe video discusses the challenges of elderly care in an aging society and proposes solutions such as improving healthcare services, promoting home care services, increasing social activities for the elderly, and utilizing smart technology to enhance their quality of life. It emphasizes the importance of changing societal perceptions and working together to create a more friendly living environment for the elderly.Comprehensible Mandarin
New year countdown in ChineseThe video describes how Chinese people celebrate New Year's Eve, with activities such as gathering at large malls or beaches, releasing fireworks and balloons at midnight, and enjoying traditional snacks like candied hawthorn. The speaker reflects on the passage of time, encourages viewers to cherish happy memories, and hopes for success and happiness in the coming year.Comprehensible Mandarin
How do Chinese people spend winter?The video discusses how Chinese people generally spend their winters, focusing on the various heating methods used in different regions. It highlights the use of radiators and underfloor heating as common methods of keeping warm, as well as the clothing choices, such as thick sweaters, down jackets, and snow boots, to combat the cold weather.Comprehensible Mandarin
Getting ready for school sports dayThe video describes the preparation for a school sports day opening ceremony, where the students perform creative and innovative acts mimicking various sports. Despite the challenges of rehearsals with noisy students, the teacher looks forward to the event and is excited about the student performances in both the ceremony and the sports competitions.Comprehensible Mandarin
The importance of votingVoting is a crucial aspect of democracy, as it allows every citizen to have a voice in deciding the future of their country or region. Each vote is significant in shaping the outcome of elections and public policies, highlighting the importance of active participation in the democratic process.Comprehensible Mandarin
New year's dayThe video discusses the customs and traditions observed in China on New Year's Day (元旦), which is the first day of the Gregorian calendar. While Chinese people celebrate the Lunar New Year more prominently, they also mark January 1st with activities like decorating homes, cleaning, and choosing to spend time with friends or family.Comprehensible Mandarin
Teachers in China work a lot of overtimeThe video discusses the common practice of overtime among teachers in China due to the heavy workload of teaching multiple classes and grading a large number of students' assignments, which can be physically exhausting. Despite the challenges of overtime, the speaker finds ways to cope by enjoying beverages like milk tea or coffee during late nights at work.Comprehensible Mandarin
Chinese solar terms The video introduces a traditional Chinese festival called "jieqi" which is used to guide agricultural activities based on different weather patterns. It also explains the significance of upcoming jieqi like "Daxue" (major snow) and "Xiaoxue" (minor snow), and how they mark the transition into colder weather as winter approaches.Comprehensible Mandarin
Involution & lying flatThe video discusses two popular Chinese terms, "neijuan" and "tangping", which describe contrasting lifestyles. "Neijuan" refers to people who work very hard to achieve success, while "tangping" refers to those who prefer a more relaxed and comfortable life without much ambition.Comprehensible Mandarin
Chinese HanfuThe video introduces traditional Chinese clothing called Hanfu, showcasing its long sleeves, various colors, and decorative elements. It also mentions the popularity of Hanfu experiences and its appeal to both local and foreign visitors, emphasizing the cultural significance of this traditional attire.Comprehensible Mandarin
