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Practical Chinese Speaking, Reading & Writing Course

Chinese is a highly practical language to learn. Whether for daily communication, travel, or work and study, mastering authentic Chinese expression can help you engage with the Chinese-speaking world with confidence.

This course is designed for students who want to truly learn to use Chinese in real life. You will learn how to hold everyday conversations, build a foundation in basic grammar, read and write common characters, and through step-by-step practice, not only improve your language skills but also build the confidence to think and express yourself in Chinese.
The course covers:
1. Everyday conversation practice: Learn practical expressions for greetings, ordering food, and casual daily chat
Pinyin & pronunciation: Build a solid foundation in tones and speak authentic Chinese
2. Character reading & writing: Start with common characters and progress step by step
3. Grammar structure: Understand the logic of Chinese sentences and avoid "Chinglish" mistakes
4. Cultural context: Learn about Chinese culture and customs alongside the language

The course is hands-on and interactive, adapted flexibly to each student's level and goals, helping you truly put your Chinese into practice.
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Location
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Online from Sweden
Age
Infants (0-3 years old)
Preschool children (4-6 years old)
Children (7-12 years old)
Teenagers (13-17 years old)
Adults (18-64 years old)
Seniors (65+ years old)
Student level
Beginner
Intermediate
Duration
30 minutes
45 minutes
60 minutes
90 minutes
120 minutes
The class is taught in
English
Chinese
Availability of a typical week
(GMT -04:00)
New York
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Online via webcam
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Sun
00-04
04-08
08-12
12-16
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1. Foundational Mandarin (Beginners):
• Master Pinyin, fundamental vocabulary, correct tones, and practical daily expressions step-by-step with clear, logical guidance.

2. Conversational Practice & Fluency (Intermediate / Advanced):
• Engaging, real-life dialogues tailored to your interests (travel, food, lifestyle, modern culture, or work).
• Immediate, constructive feedback on pronunciation, natural phrasing, and sentence structures.

3. Chinese Cultural Exploration:
• Gain authentic insights into contemporary life in China, traditional customs, regional food cultures, and practical travel knowledge.

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💡 My Teaching Approach
• Student-Centered: Every lesson is fully customized to your learning speed, personal goals, and preferences.
• Interactive & Encouraging: Focus on building your speaking confidence—no fear of making mistakes!
• After-Class Support: Key-point summaries and tailored practice materials are provided after each session to help you retain what you learn effortlessly.

Whether you are an absolute beginner or looking to perfect your spoken Mandarin, I look forward to guiding you on this exciting journey!
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I offer personalized Mandarin Chinese classes for beginner and intermediate students, adapted to the level, objectives and interests of each student.

My classes are focused on developing practical communication in Chinese through a combination of conversation, pronunciation, vocabulary, grammar, writing Chinese characters (hanzi), and cultural knowledge.

I help students build a solid foundation in Mandarin, improve their communication confidence, and prepare for the official HSK exams. I use structured materials, digital resources, and personalized learning plans to ensure consistent progress.

Whether you want to learn Chinese for academic, professional, travel or personal reasons, I will accompany you step by step throughout the entire learning process.
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