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Why is Chinese so difficult to learn and what are the solutions?

The video discusses the difficulties of learning Chinese, focusing on aspects such as tones, characters, homophones, grammar, and learning material. Teacher Li Can provides tips on how to overcome these challenges, emphasizing the importance of practice and exposure to diverse language materials.

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Published on 2022-05-23

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