Archive for 'Vocabulary'
Being a Vegetarian in China Posted by sasha on May 11, 2017
China loves meat. There’s no doubt about it. In such a carnivorous place, one might think it would be difficult to be a vegetarian. While it’s true that there’s a whole lot of meat in the Chinese diet, it’s not only possible but actually quite easy to be a vegetarian in China. In this post…
Chinese Lesson – After the Flight Posted by sasha on May 10, 2017
It’s been a long trip so far using Chinese for air travel. Hopefully you had a nice flight and made it to your destination on time. In this final lesson, we’ll find connecting flights, pick up our bags, and catch a cab or public transportation to the hotel. Connecting Flight If you didn’t book a…
Chinese Vocabulary for Vegetables Posted by sasha on Apr 26, 2017
Shopping in the local markets is the only way to go in China. You’ll get fresh produce directly from the farmers at a reasonable price. Plus, you don’t have to wait in a long check-out line like you do in the big supermarkets. Just pay each vendor as you go along. Of course, this also…
Chinese Lesson – On the Plane Posted by sasha on Apr 20, 2017
It’s been a long journey so far learning Chinese related to air travel. We picked up some air travel vocabulary, booked a flight, and used Chinese at the airport. Finally, it’s time to board the plane and take the flight. Today’s Chinese lesson is about being on the plane. Boarding the Flight While you’re waiting…
Chinese Vocabulary for Fruit Posted by sasha on Apr 19, 2017
Doing your grocery shopping in China is a lot easier when you can do it in the local language. Brush up on your Chinese vocabulary for fruit in this short video lesson. Learn 30 different Chinese words for fruit and then you’ll be able to do your shopping with no problems!
How to Buy a Plane Ticket in Chinese Posted by sasha on Apr 13, 2017
We just learned some useful Chinese vocabulary for air travel, so the next step is to actually buy a ticket. Sure, you can just buy a ticket online, but it’s still quite common in China to buy your travel tickets from an actual office. To help you out, let’s learn how to buy a plane…
Chinese Air Travel Vocabulary Posted by sasha on Apr 11, 2017
Air travel can be stressful. Packing, running to the airport, dealing with check-in, security, customs, baggage claim – the list goes on and on. Traveling in a foreign land where you don’t speak the language or understand the signs makes life that much more miserable. We’ve got you covered in China, though. A new series…