Mandarin Chinese for Beginners
Author: Yi Ren
Publisher: Tuttle Publishing
Published: 2014-06-01
Total Pages: 203
ISBN-13: 1462914764
DOWNLOAD EBOOK…well-written and helps you speak Chinese in no time. --FluentU.com
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Author: Yi Ren
Publisher: Tuttle Publishing
Published: 2014-06-01
Total Pages: 203
ISBN-13: 1462914764
DOWNLOAD EBOOK…well-written and helps you speak Chinese in no time. --FluentU.com
Author: Catherine Hua Xiang
Publisher: Palgrave MacMillan
Published: 2010
Total Pages: 0
ISBN-13: 9780230200555
DOWNLOAD EBOOK"Mastering Chinese is a modern, engaging, highly illustrated course in Mandarin Chinese, teaching conversational skills, good pronunciation and the beginnings of reading and writing the intriguing Chinese script."--Container.
Author: Catherine Hua Xiang
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing
Published: 2018-09-04
Total Pages: 298
ISBN-13: 1137013702
DOWNLOAD EBOOKWith free-to-access audio online! This lively course teaches Mandarin Chinese to a broad range of learners in a modern, structured and engaging way. The focus is on acquiring basic conversational skills, and the text has a friendly, non-formal style, building up gently with a wealth of lively, imaginative exercises. The text places some emphasis on correct pronunciation, as this is so important in Mandarin. It introduces right from the start the fascinating Chinese script and includes essential grammar, along with interesting cultural insights. Pinyin, the standard system of spelling using the Roman alphabet to transliterate Chinese, is also included to help build confidence. The course is aimed at beginners with little or no previous knowledge of the language who want to begin to understand, speak, read and write Mandarin Chinese confidently. This is all you would expect from a modern Mandarin Chinese language course but can't find!
Author: Olle Linge
Publisher:
Published: 2016-03-26
Total Pages: 246
ISBN-13: 9781530334889
DOWNLOAD EBOOKLearning Chinese can be frustrating and difficult, partly because it's very different from European languages. Following a teacher, textbook or language course is not enough. They show you the characters, words and grammar you need to become proficient in Chinese, but they don't teach you how to learn them! Regardless of what program you're in (if any), you need to take responsibility for your own learning. If you don't, you will miss many important things that aren't included in the course you're taking. If you study on your own, you need to be even more aware of what you need to do, what you're doing at the moment and the difference between them. Here are some of the questions I have asked and have since been asked many times by students: How do I learn characters efficiently? How do I get the most out of my course or teacher? Which are the best learning tools and resources? How can I become fluent in Mandarin? How can I improve my pronunciation? How do I learn successfully on my own? How can I motivate myself to study more? How can I fit learning Chinese into a busy schedule? The answers I've found to these questions and many others form the core of this book. It took eight years of learning, researching, teaching and writing to figure these things out. Not everybody has the time to do that! I can't go back in time and help myself learn in a better way, but I can help you! This book is meant for normal students and independent language learners alike. While it covers all major areas of learning, you won't learn Chinese just by reading this book. It's like when someone on TV teaches you how to cook: you won't get to eat the delicious dish just by watching the program; you have to do the cooking yourself. That's true for this book as well. When you apply what you learn, it will boost your learning, making every hour you spend count for more, but you still have to do the learning yourself. This is what a few readers have said about the book: "The book had me nodding at a heap of things I'd learnt the hard way, wishing I knew them when I started, as well as highlighting areas that I'm currently missing in my study." - Geoff van der Meer, VP engineering "This publication is like a bible for anyone serious about Chinese proficiency. It's easy for anyone to read and written with scientific precision." - Zachary Danz, foreign teacher, children's theatre artist About me I started learning Chinese when I was 23 (that's more than eight years ago now) and have since studied in many different situations, including serious immersion programs abroad, high-intensity programs in Sweden, online courses, as well as on the side while working or studying other things. I have also successfully used my Chinese in a graduate program for teaching Chinese as a second language, taught entirely in Chinese mostly for native speakers (the Graduate Institute for Teaching Chinese as a Second Language at National Taiwan Normal University). All these parts have contributed to my website, Hacking Chinese, where I write regularly about how to learn Mandarin.
Author: Eileen Yin-Fei Lo
Publisher: Chronicle Books
Published: 2009-10-28
Total Pages: 388
ISBN-13: 0811859339
DOWNLOAD EBOOKWith more than 100 classic recipes and technique illustrations throughout, Mastering the Art of Chinese Cooking makes the glories of this ancient cuisine accessible.
Author: Yves Réquéna
Publisher: Inner Traditions / Bear & Co
Published: 1996-11
Total Pages: 132
ISBN-13: 9780892816392
DOWNLOAD EBOOKComprehensive overview of Chi Kung's theoretical background and more than fifty exercises for anyone, regardless of age of physical condition.
Author: Lawrence E Feldman (李夏天)
Publisher:
Published: 2020-04-05
Total Pages: 130
ISBN-13:
DOWNLOAD EBOOKThere are many books for learning Chinese. There are books that can teach you survival phrases or the first 300 characters, but I have yet to come across a book that teaches you everything you need to know to master the language through self-study. I know this because I bought so many Chinese learning books years ago, and while some were a bit helpful for starting out, none of them taught me step by step what I needed to do to truly master the language. The HSK books by the Confucius Institute are phenomonal and I am a big fan of them, but even they do not tell you HOW to study...Many expats living here in China for more than ten years are still struggling to get by with their beginner Chinese. Quite a few have gotten slightly beyond the beginner level but unfortunately are just stuck in a state of complacency because they believe that they do not have the time or energy to take Chinese seriously. They seem to be willing to spend the rest of their time here with just whatever they have picked up along time way. Expats from both of these groups often become extremely sensitive when the topic of Mandarin is brought up, because almost all of them secretly wish they had taken their studies more seriously and are thinking about getting back on the horse and learning for real this time. If this describes you, then congratulations, because this book will help you tremendously and save you so much time and energy! I have strived and learned so much in such a short period of time; however, I must admit there are some truly remarkable expats that I have come across who have lived here for many years and have a much better handle on Chinese than I do. They are some of the most awe-inspiring people I have ever met! I am not the expat with the best Chinese in all of China, heck I'm not even in the top ten in Sichuan Province... but I did go from zero to fluency in an incredibly short period of time, and I want to save you a ton of frustration and time as I share my secrets with you.***Testimonials***"Lawrence has developed a clear road map of how to go about learning Chinese, which he created out of his desire to simplify the process for himself and others. It will save you a lot of time and make the process much easier. He is very motivational, and his enthusiasm will rub off on you! Highly recommended!" - Justin D. (expat, writer, and researcher) "Lawrence是一个目标感很强的人,他不达目标绝不放弃。"锲而不舍,金石可镂",正是因为他的坚持不懈,才有了他今天所取得的巨大进步。他可用汉语就广泛领域的话题进行谈论、演讲,欣赏汉语影视节目,阅读汉语书籍等。相信书中很多方法也可以帮助你更高效地学好汉语,或者任何一门语言." --安君香(汉语老师)(Chinese teacher) "I have witnessed the author's grasp of Mandarin in person so I am eager and excited to get my hands on his book. I have been looking for a guide to help me improve my Mandarin and in the quickest way possible. Lawrence was able to become fluent in just a couple years so I am looking forward to reading his insight." - Nathan G. (expat & science professor) "本书旨在帮助外国人学习汉语,作者的亲身经历可以给你提供很多指导,帮助你避免一些在学习汉语旅途中的坑。作者是一个充满激情的工作者以及学者,也是我们双语播客《Langmonde假老外告诉你》的明星主播。夏天的书语言条理清晰,幽默风趣,推荐此书!" --吴俊宏(Andy - Founder of Langmonde bilingual podcasts) "After recently traveling to China, I didn't realize the culture shock I would endure as an American citizen. I went to China for about a week and despite using a VPN, three English to Chinese translation books, and using charades to get my point across, communication was such a daunting task. Lawrence's book illustrates and highlights key points to Chinese communication all while learning the language
Author: Qingshun Zou
Publisher:
Published: 2021-05-20
Total Pages: 228
ISBN-13: 9782970149996
DOWNLOAD EBOOKWe live in a time of multiple changes and dramatic upheavals. The world is at a historical turning point. The Western economic sector is facing unprecedented challenges. At the dawn of its growing influence, understanding China accurately is urgent. Mastering the Chinese business culture should be a priority. Assimilating Chinese business strategy, as taught in The Art of War and played in Wéi qí, is paramount. For Western companies, applying this knowledge in their relations with their Chinese partners is critical to achieving long-term business success with China. This practical guide reveals so many Chinese realities that are often unknown or ignored. It invites its readers to perceive China from a cultural point of view. The main topics covered are: China today, cross-cultural management in business implementation, Chinese business etiquette, and the impact of Confucianism. It provides information, analysis and recommendations in the hope that it will contribute to a better understanding between the West and the East, the West and China. www.qingshunzou.com
Author: Catherine Hua Xiang
Publisher: Red Globe Press
Published: 2010-03-03
Total Pages: 0
ISBN-13: 0230200133
DOWNLOAD EBOOKMastering Chinese is a modern, engaging, highly illustrated course in Mandarin Chinese, teaching conversational skills, good pronunciation and the beginnings of reading and writing the intriguing Chinese script. Based on the author's 10 years of experience teaching Chinese in the UK and in China, this carefully structured and well-paced course will soon give you the confidence to communicate well in Chinese in both social and business settings. - Designed for complete beginners, with a wealth of interactive practice to build your confidence. - Teaches Mandarin Chinese which is spoken by over one billion people, and is the official language of mainland China, Taiwan and Singapore. - Suitable for study at home or in the classroom - learn at your own pace with this friendly, fun and fascinating introduction. - Covers a variety of everyday situations you will encounter in China, on holiday or travelling for business. - Full of cultural insights to help you understand the customs and practices of modern China. Additional material is available to accompany this book at www.palgrave.com/modernlanguages/xiang
Author: Zhi Publishing
Publisher:
Published: 2021-02-15
Total Pages: 102
ISBN-13:
DOWNLOAD EBOOKLearning the Chinese language just got easier Learn the most crucial 100 Chinese characters that all beginners have to know when learning the Mandarin Chinese language. Designed for beginners This book is designed specially for beginners, and presents the first 100 Chinese characters that are essential for picking up the language fast and efficiently. Reverse engineering the learning process Our curriculum is designed to be a short cut to learning the language fast. And at the end, learners will be able to read, write and string together short phrases from these 100 critical Chinese characters. Each page is a detailed lesson plan Each page breaks down the learning process into different sections, like a proper lesson plan. These clever sections include - the character to learn, the pin yin, english definitions and word usage applications. A step-by-step writing stroke guide is also presented, showing you how to write the character the proper way. Grid boxes are also printed below for you to practice on. Save time & learn faster This book is perfect for self-starters who love learning a new language, Chinese Mandarin, at their own pace. What we do differently is we optimize the learning process, so learners save time and learn faster. Key Features of 'Mastering Chinese 100' The first 100 must-learn Chinese characters to kickstart the language mastery. 5 key example phrases & sentences for each Chinese character (500 in total). Chinese calligraphic stroke guide for each character. Grid paper for you to practice writing the Chinese characters. English definitions, pin yin and usage applications for every character & associated phrases.