Life in China

Explores what daily life is like in modern China, from its cities to rural areas.

53 videos · Total duration: 07:54:29

4 things Chinese people do before Chinese New Year (Spring Festival)

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4 things Chinese people do before Chinese New Year (Spring Festival)The video is a guide on preparing for the Chinese New Year (Spring Festival). It covers the four main things people do before the festival: buying New Year goods, decorating the house, buying new clothes, and securing tickets to travel back home to reunite with family.LinguaFlow Chinese 灵瓜中文 - Gaming & More

Sex education in China

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Sex education in ChinaThe video discusses the lack of sexual education in China and highlights the importance of teaching children how to protect themselves from sexual abuse, emphasizing that both boys and girls can be victims, and familiar individuals are often perpetrators. It urges parents, teachers, and minors to take responsibility for educating and reporting instances of abuse to prevent further harm.Unconventional Chinese

Culture shock

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Culture shockThe video discusses cultural shocks, specifically focusing on Chinese people's preferences for hot water, sun protection practices, and the cultural habit of taking afternoon naps to recharge energy. These topics highlight some of the common cultural differences and practices that can lead to misunderstandings and adaptations when encountering different cultures.Comprehensible Mandarin

Stray animal

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Stray animalThe video discusses the topic of stray animals, focusing on stray cats and dogs in cities, their behaviors, and ways to help them survive, including feeding, rescue organizations, and adoption. It also highlights the importance of spaying and neutering stray animals to control their population and protect the local ecosystem.Comprehensible Mandarin

Team building activities

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Team building activitiesThe video depicts a fun team-building activity at a school training session where teachers participate in games such as a caterpillar race and a hopping game to build camaraderie and enjoy some snacks together, promoting relaxation and happiness among the group.Comprehensible Mandarin

After graduation pt2

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After graduation pt2The video discusses various post-graduation career paths, including working, continuing education, freelancing, and research. It also touches on the experiences one may encounter in different work environments and how further education can lead to better job opportunities.Comprehensible Mandarin

Inland vs coastal cities

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Inland vs coastal citiesThe video discusses the peak tourism season in China during summer vacations when many people choose to travel, with a focus on the preference for seaside destinations due to the hot weather, unique cuisine, and different climate compared to inland cities.Comprehensible Mandarin

Teachers Day in China

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Teachers Day in ChinaThe video discusses how Teacher's Day is celebrated in China, highlighting the importance of teachers in society and the special treatment they receive on this day, such as students giving cards and gifts to their teachers, and schools providing special meals and gifts to honor educators.Comprehensible Mandarin

Holiday in China

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Holiday in China The video discusses the various holidays in China, including weekends, major festivals like Spring Festival, Labor Day, and National Day, as well as school holidays like winter and summer vacations. It highlights the long holiday periods and the popular travel times during these breaks.Comprehensible Mandarin

Graduation season

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Graduation seasonThe video discusses the graduation season in China, where students receive their degrees and wear different colored gowns representing their fields of study. It follows the process of preparing for graduation ceremonies, the significance of wearing the academic cap, and the emotional farewell to university life.Comprehensible Mandarin

Tomb sweeping day pt2

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Tomb sweeping day pt2The video discusses various customs of the Qingming Festival in China, including hanging willow branches to ward off evil spirits, flying kites to release one's worries and pains, planting trees at family graves to show remembrance, and eating traditional Qingtuan rice treats. Additionally, the video concludes with a recitation of a classic Qingming poem by Tang poet Du Mu.Comprehensible Mandarin

Tomb sweeping day pt1

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Tomb sweeping day pt1The video discusses the traditional Chinese Qingming Festival, which is a time for honoring ancestors and observing customs such as tomb-sweeping and enjoying nature outings. It highlights the significance of showing gratitude to ancestors and seeking blessings for the living.Comprehensible Mandarin

The Qingming Festival

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The Qingming FestivalThe video provides an introduction to the Chinese Qingming Festival, explaining its significance as a traditional holiday and agricultural season marker in China. It also touches on the customs and activities associated with Qingming Festival, such as tomb sweeping, outdoor outings, and crop planting.Comprehensible Mandarin

Shopping on the street

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Shopping on the streetThe video is a narration of a day spent shopping on the busy streets, where the speaker bought colorful candies, ice cream, balloons, and cotton candy, reminiscing about their childhood love for these sweet treats.Comprehensible Mandarin

Panda

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PandaThe video introduces the giant panda, a national treasure of China known for its unique appearance and peaceful symbolism. It highlights the efforts made to protect and preserve this beloved animal, emphasizing its role as a symbol of friendship and goodwill between nations.Comprehensible Mandarin

Preparing for Spring Festival

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Preparing for Spring FestivalThe video discusses the preparations and traditions for the Chinese New Year, including cleaning the house, putting up couplets, and buying fruits and snacks for guests, symbolizing good luck and prosperity for the new year.Comprehensible Mandarin

Red envelopes

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Red envelopesThe video discusses the tradition of giving red envelopes during Chinese New Year, symbolizing blessings of joy and prosperity. The red envelopes are typically filled with money and given as a gesture of goodwill between generations.Comprehensible Mandarin

Bargaining

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BargainingThe video discusses the concept of bargaining and how it is commonly practiced in Chinese culture, using personal anecdotes to illustrate the process. It emphasizes the importance of negotiation and the potential savings that can be made through bargaining while shopping in China.Comprehensible Mandarin

Public Spaces

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Public SpacesThe video explores a Chinese residential area featuring common spaces like playgrounds for children, workout areas for the elderly, a large lake with a pavilion, and festive decorations in preparation for the upcoming New Year celebrations. It provides a glimpse into the community's lifestyle and shared spaces.Comprehensible Mandarin

Weekend activities

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Weekend activitiesThe video discusses how Chinese people spend their weekends, including sleeping in, cycling with friends, having picnics, playing games, and some working even on weekends to earn money.Comprehensible Mandarin