Mandarin Monday: The Dog Days of Summer in China Aren’t About Dogs
I’ve always wondered where the phrase “dog days of summer” came from, and apparently it’s…
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Mandarin Monday: Not-So Laborious Maternity Vocab
We can imagine what you must be going through upon finding out that you are…
Beijing Bucket List: Learning the Art of Fragrant Silk Sachets
There are so many things in Beijing that satisfy my inner culture enthusiast, and perhaps…
Home Away From Home, Part 2: Chinese Phrases to Know During Your House Hunting
This is the second part of the Home Away From Home: Check Before You Rent…
Bubbly Summer: Remember These Words When You Order Your Bubble Tea…
Summer heat is apt to give rise to afternoon energy crash, when a cup of…
Mandarin Monday: The Most Common Chinese Measure Words You Need to Remember
Many times when I try constructing sentences, I find myself stuck when quantifying nouns, so…
Mandarin Monday: The Many Auspicious Symbols of Spring Festival
The saying “if you can’t beat your enemy, join them” rings particularly true during Spring Festival,…
Mandarin Monday: Get Well Soon With These Over-the-Counter Chinese Medications
Have you assumed that summer would be all fun and games after a harrowing winter…
Mandarin Monday: The #30DayChallenge of Learning New Chinese Words
How many of you have written “exercising” or “getting fit” on your New Year’s resolution lists?…
Mandarin Monday: Giving an Apple at Christmas
First of all, our team at beijingkids wishes you a wonderful Christmas! You might be celebrating…