Chinese culture and society

Exploring the rich cultural traditions and social dynamics of China.

4 videos · Total duration: 38:15

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Mahjong pt2The video explains the basic rules of Mahjong, including how to set up the game, win by creating sets of three matching cards or sequences, and the significance of specific card combinations like "顺子" (sequences) and "刻子" (three of a kind), while also clarifying that specific combinations like "中发白" (red, green, white) can only be used for sets of three identical cards.Simply Chinese

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ChopsticksThis video introduces chopsticks, a tool commonly used by Chinese people for eating. It explains different types of chopsticks, how to correctly use them, and even shows a fun challenge of picking up items with chopsticks.Simply Chinese

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Giant PandaThe video introduces the giant panda, a unique animal native to China. It explains the panda's black and white coloration, diet of bamboo, and mentions the presence of a brown variant called the Qinling panda.Simply Chinese

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Mahjong pt1The video is an introduction to the game of Mahjong, a popular game that can also be used for gambling. It explains the different types of tiles used in Mahjong, including numerical tiles, character tiles, and bonus tiles like winds and dragons.Simply Chinese