How to start learning Mandarin Chinese?

Here are 5 tips to start learning Mandarin Chinese

  1. 学习基本的发音和声调:普通话有声调,意思可能会因为声调不同而改变。从学习基本的发音和声调开始。

  2. 学习基本的语法和词汇:从简单的语法结构开始,学习基本的词汇。可以使用初学者的教材或在线语言学习平台(如Duolingo或Rosetta Stone)来进行学习。

  3. 练习口语和听力:找一个练习伙伴,无论是教师、语言交换伙伴或语言聚会小组都可以。听普通话音乐、播客,观看电视节目或电影也有助于提高听力水平。

  4. 使用语言学习资源:有许多语言学习资源可用,例如Anki、在线词典和语法指南。使用这些资源来补充学习,并定期进行练习。

  5. 沉浸式学习:尽可能地沉浸在语言环境中。可以听普通话音乐,看普通话电视节目和电影,阅读普通话书籍或新闻文章。这将有助于发展您对语言和文化的理解。

  1. Xuéxí jīběn de fāyīn hé shēngdiào: Pǔtōnghuà yǒu shēngdiào, yìsi kěnéng huì yīnwèi shēngdiào bùtóng ér gǎibiàn. Cóng xuéxí jīběn de fāyīn hé shēngdiào kāishǐ.

  2. Xuéxí jīběn de yǔfǎ hé cíhuì: Cóng jiǎndān de yǔfǎ jiégòu kāishǐ, xuéxí jīběn de cíhuì. Kěyǐ shǐyòng chūxué zhě de jiàocái huò zài xiàncì yǔyán xuéxí píngtái (rú Duolingo huò Rosetta Stone) lái jìnxí xúexí.

  3. Liànxí kǒuyǔ hé tīnglì: Zhǎo yīgè liànxí huǒbàn, wúlùn shì jiàoshī, yǔyán jiāohuàn huǒbàn huò yǔyán jùhuì xiǎozǔ dōu kěyǐ. Tīng pǔtōnghuà yīnyuè, bōkè, guān kàn diànshì jié mù huò diànyǐng yě yǒu zhù yú tígāo tīnglì shuǐpíng.

  4. Shǐyòng yǔyán xuéxí zīyuán: Yǒu xǔduō yǔyán xuéxí zīyuán kěyǐ yòng, rú Anki, zài xiàncì, yǔyán zìdiǎn hé yǔfǎ zhǐnán. Shǐyòng zhèxiē zīyuán bǔchōng xuéxí, bìng dìngqī jìnxí liànxí.

  5. Chénjùnshì xuéxí: Jǐn kěnéng de chénjùn zài yǔyán huánjìng zhōng. Kěyǐ tīng pǔtōnghuà yīnyuè, kàn pǔtōnghuà diànshì jié mù hé diànyǐng, yuèdú pǔtōnghuà shūjí huò xīnwén wénzhāng. Zhè jiāng yǒu zhù yú fāzhǎn nǐ duì yǔyán hé wénhuà de lǐjiě.

  1. Learn the basics of pronunciation and tone: Mandarin Chinese has a tonal system, which means that the meaning of a word can change depending on the tone used. Start by learning the basic sounds and tones of the language.

  2. Learn basic grammar and vocabulary: Start with simple grammar structures and learn basic vocabulary words. A good way to do this is by using a beginner’s textbook or online language learning platforms like Duolingo or Rosetta Stone.

  3. Practice speaking and listening: Find someone to practice with, whether it’s a tutor, a language exchange partner, or a language meetup group. Listening to Mandarin Chinese music, podcasts, and watching TV shows or movies can also help improve your listening skills.

  4. Use language learning resources: There are many language learning resources available, such as flashcard apps like Anki, online dictionaries, and grammar guides. Use these resources to supplement your learning and practice regularly.

  5. Immerse yourself in the language: Try to immerse yourself in the language as much as possible. This can include listening to Chinese music, watching Chinese TV shows and movies, and reading Chinese books or news articles. This will help you develop your understanding of the language and culture.

Becky Huang

Hey, my name is Becky. I'm a Chinese teacher certified by the Confucius Institute with 14 years of teaching experience. I wrote all these exercises based on the New HSK Standard (2021).