Learn Basic Chinese - Speak Chinese Mandarin (Level 1) from Udemy

Learn over 58% of simple Chinese daily conversation and adopt a genuine Chinese accent.

This course follows the natural process of learning a language, just like how we learnt our mother language, which is completely different from the traditional way of language learning.

We will play a dialogue spoken by two to three native speakers. Listen as much as possible, like a little baby, emerse your brain into the conversation, pay attention to the gestures and any other kind of visual content matches the sound you hear and try to guess the meaning.

play the conversation as often as possible, until you are able to understand the content and even able to predict what the next word sounds like.

The video dialogue will be followed by an explanation lecture, with pin yin, and every detail from the video dialogue. You can listen, repeat, and try to imitate the pronounciation of a word using shadowing technique ( repeat right after you hear a word or a sentence) you can record yourself and compare yourself with native speaker.

In the end, there will be vocabulary extension PPT with sound track.

After finishing this course, you will be able to communicate with native Chiense speakers with confidence, even speak with a genuine Chinese accent.

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Learning objectives

This course follows the natural process and most effective way of learning a language, just like how we learnt our mother toungue

Students will be able to cope with over 58% of daily chinese language conversations after finishing this course, communicate freely with native chinese speakers and have a genuine chinese accent

This course follows the natural process and most effective way of learning a language, just like how we learnt our mother toungue
Students will be able to cope with over 58% of daily chinese language conversations after finishing this course, communicate freely with native chinese speakers and have a genuine chinese accent

Syllabus

Learn To Speak Chinese - The journey begins right here!

Four reasons why you should learn Chinese

This is an introduction of 3 teachers. after finishing this course, please come back again and find out what the speech means

There are four different tones in mandarin Chinese, each conveys a different meaning. This lecture gives a good example of how different tones of the same pronunciation carries different meanings.

1. Listen to this video without having to know the meaning, play this video for at least 3-5 times, familiarize yourself with the tones, rhythms and how the sounds matches the visual contents in this video.

2. Go to the explanation lecture, which is a detailed explanation of every word and sentences in the video conversation. you will find out what those words mean and try to practice your pronunciation using the shadowing technique, which is to repeat right after you hear a word or a sentence.

3. Watch the vocabulary extension videos to enlarge your vocabularies, and try to fit the new words you learnt into existing sentence structures provided in the lecture explanation.

How to say:" What do you plan to do on Friday?"

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Builds a strong foundation for beginners who want to learn basic Chinese conversation

May not be a good fit for advanced learners hoping to develop professional expertise in the language

Focuses on learning daily conversation, which may not be helpful for learners who need to develop reading or writing skills

Provides a comprehensive study of basic Chinese conversation

Develops core skills for learners who want to communicate with native Chinese speakers

Reviews summary

Foundational mandarin for daily conversation

According to learners, this course provides a strong foundation in Mandarin for daily conversation, especially for absolute beginners. Many appreciate its natural learning process, emphasizing listening and repetition, akin to how one learns a mother tongue. The shadowing technique is frequently highlighted as highly effective for pronunciation and achieving a genuine Chinese accent. Students find the native speaker dialogues and clear explanations of tones and pinyin particularly beneficial. While praised for practical speaking skills and vocabulary extension, some learners note it might be less suitable for those seeking deep grammar analysis or character learning, suggesting a need for supplementary study in those areas.

Ideal starting point for those new to Mandarin.

"This course is perfect for true beginners who have no prior exposure to Mandarin."

"It provided a solid foundation for learning Chinese, making complex concepts accessible."

"It's okay for absolute beginners; it gently eases you into the language without being overwhelming."

Focuses on essential phrases for real-world daily interactions.

"The focus on daily conversation is super practical; I can use what I learned right away."

"I can now introduce myself and talk about simple things confidently after this course."

"This course helped me to cope with over 58% of daily Chinese conversations, as promised."

Emphasizes immersion, listening, and repetition for intuitive learning.

"The natural learning process of listening and repeating really helped me grasp the rhythm of Chinese."

"I particularly liked the approach of listening first, then breaking down the dialogue."

"The idea of learning like a baby is interesting and it makes sense for language acquisition."

Highly effective for achieving a genuine Chinese accent through shadowing.

"The shadowing technique was a game-changer for my pronunciation. I feel much more confident speaking basic phrases."

"The accent practice is very helpful, guiding me to sound more like a native speaker."

"I found the pronunciation tips to be excellent, truly aiding in developing a genuine accent."

Primarily relies on listening, which might not suit all learning preferences.

"I struggled with this course; the 'natural process' felt a bit disorganized to me at times."

"I prefer more traditional grammar explanations and structure, which this course doesn't heavily provide."

"It's too passive for my learning style; I need more interactive exercises and direct practice opportunities."

May require supplemental study for in-depth grammar or character writing.

"I felt it lacked sufficient grammar explanations for some concepts, which made certain structures confusing."

"There was no mention of Chinese characters, which limits its utility beyond just speaking."

"I felt it could benefit from more structured character learning, as speaking alone isn't enough for full literacy."

Activities

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Practice Chinese tones

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Tones are an essential part of Chinese pronunciation. This activity will help you practice and master the four different tones in Mandarin Chinese.

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Listen to examples of each tone and try to imitate them.
Practice saying words and phrases in each tone.
Use online resources or apps to practice Chinese tones.

Practice writing Chinese characters

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Writing Chinese characters is an essential part of learning the language. This activity will help you practice writing Chinese characters correctly and improve your muscle memory.

Browse courses on Chinese Characters

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Find a Chinese character dictionary or online resource.
Practice writing the characters over and over again until you can write them correctly from memory.
Use flashcards or online apps to test your knowledge of Chinese characters.

Review Chinese tones

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Reviewing Chinese tones will help you build a foundation for understanding spoken Chinese, helping you more easily grasp pronunciation and meaning.

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Listen to the video dialogue multiple times, paying attention to the tones used.
Practice repeating the tones after the native speakers.
Use shadowing technique to repeat phrases and sentences.

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Organize Course Notes

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Organizing your course notes will help you consolidate your learning, making it easier to review and retain the information covered in the course.

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Review your notes from each lecture and explanation.
Create a system for organizing the notes, such as by topic or by date.
Summarize key points and write them down in a concise and clear way.

Basic Chinese Greetings

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Practicing basic Chinese greetings will help you build confidence in speaking Chinese and engaging in simple conversations.

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Review the common Chinese greetings in the lecture explanation.
Practice saying the greetings aloud.
Try using the greetings in a conversation with a friend or family member.

Record everyday conversations with native Chinese speakers

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Start practicing speaking and listening to Chinese outside of class by recording everyday conversations with native speakers. This will help you get used to the natural flow and rhythm of the language, and improve your pronunciation and intonation.

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Find a native Chinese speaker who is willing to practice with you.
Record your conversations so that you can review them later.
Listen back to your recordings and identify areas where you can improve your pronunciation and intonation.

Create a Chinese Vocabulary List

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Creating a Chinese vocabulary list will help you actively engage with the language, expand your vocabulary, and improve your recall.

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Review the vocabulary introduced in each lecture and explanation.
Create a digital or physical vocabulary list.
Include the Chinese character, pinyin, and English translation.

Conversation Practice

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Practicing conversation with a peer will allow you to apply your knowledge in a real-world setting, improving your fluency and confidence in speaking Chinese.

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Find a language exchange partner or join a conversation group.
Set regular times to practice speaking Chinese together.
Focus on using the vocabulary and grammar you have learned in the course.

Improve Chinese Pronunciation

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Guided tutorials on Chinese pronunciation will provide you with structured guidance and feedback, helping you refine your pronunciation and speak more clearly.

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Find reputable online tutorials or language learning apps that focus on Chinese pronunciation.
Follow the instructions and practice the techniques demonstrated in the tutorials.
Record yourself practicing and compare your pronunciation to the native speakers.

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