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Citing Chinese-language materials follows all the same principles as citing English-language resources. Differences arise from the fact that Chinese is written in a non-Roman script. Here is the instructions and resources pertaining to the three most commonly used citation styles
Chinese
Bibliographies and Citations
Citing Chinese-language materials
Citing Chinese-language materials follows all the same principles as citing English-language resources. Differences arise from the fact that Chinese is written in a non-Roman script. Here is the instructions and resources pertaining to the three most commonly used citation stylesFormat: Podcast
Types: Bibliographies and Citations
Subject: Chinese
Classifications: A1–A2, B1–B2, C1–C2
This guide will introduce you to resources you can use when studying Chinese language and literature.
Chinese
Bibliographies and Citations
Chinese Language and Literature-Citation Guide
This guide will introduce you to resources you can use when studying Chinese language and literature.Format: Link
Types: Bibliographies and Citations
Subject: Chinese
Classifications: A1–A2, B1–B2, C1–C2
参考文献著录格式及示例
Bibliographies and Citations format and examplesFormat: Link
Types: Bibliographies and Citations
Subject: Chinese
Classifications: A1–A2, B1–B2, C1–C2
常用中文参考文献格式
Common Chinese reference formatFormat: Link
Types: Bibliographies and Citations
Subject: Chinese
Classifications: A1–A2, B1–B2, C1–C2
Book Reviews
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"China Book Review" was founded by the Publishing Bureau of the Central Propaganda Department in 1986 to promote book reviews, and it developed and grew up under the direct leadership of the Publishing Bureau of the Central Propaganda Department. In the 20 years since its inception, it has been adhering to the mission of "promoting good books with great fanfare, criticizing bad books with a clear-cut stand, and discussing controversial books with truth from facts." Cultural, academic, reading, and publishing services for mutual communication and contact. Become an academic, cutting-edge, knowledgeable, and readable book review journal.
Chinese
Book Reviews
中国图书评论
"China Book Review" was founded by the Publishing Bureau of the Central Propaganda Department in 1986 to promote book reviews, and it developed and grew up under the direct leadership of the Publishing Bureau of the Central Propaganda Department. In the 20 years since its inception, it has been adhering to the mission of "promoting good books with great fanfare, criticizing bad books with a clear-cut stand, and discussing controversial books with truth from facts." Cultural, academic, reading, and publishing services for mutual communication and contact. Become an academic, cutting-edge, knowledgeable, and readable book review journal.Format: Link
Types: Book Reviews
Subject: Chinese
Classifications: B1–B2, C1–C2
"Readers" is a reading website that aggregates book review magazines, book review blogs, and Chinese and English reading resources
Chinese
Book Reviews
读写人-Readers
"Readers" is a reading website that aggregates book review magazines, book review blogs, and Chinese and English reading resourcesFormat: Link
Types: Book Reviews
Subject: Chinese
Classifications: B1–B2, C1–C2
Culture and Literature
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A large-scale cultural and emotional program launched by CCTV. Undertook the production. Combining personal growth, emotional experience, background stories and handed down masterpieces, select exquisite texts, and use the plainest emotions to read the value behind the texts. The program aims to achieve cultural influencing, inspiring, and educating conduction.
Length: 1h30min
Length: 1h30min
Chinese
Culture and Literature, Podcasts: History and Human Rights, Podcasts: Literature and Poetry
朗读者 The Reader
A large-scale cultural and emotional program launched by CCTV. Undertook the production. Combining personal growth, emotional experience, background stories and handed down masterpieces, select exquisite texts, and use the plainest emotions to read the value behind the texts. The program aims to achieve cultural influencing, inspiring, and educating conduction.Length: 1h30min
Format: Podcast
Types: Culture and Literature, Podcasts: History and Human Rights, Podcasts: Literature and Poetry
Subject: Chinese
Institute: Bard Undergraduate
Classifications: B1–B2, C1–C2
A famous Chinese documentary about Chinese food and the stories behind those delicious dishes. This series of documentaries shows not only the food, but also cultures rarely known by public. There are three seasons.
Chinese
Culture and Literature, Podcasts: Culture and Contemporary Voices, Podcasts: History and Human Rights
A Bite of China舌尖上的中国 I
A famous Chinese documentary about Chinese food and the stories behind those delicious dishes. This series of documentaries shows not only the food, but also cultures rarely known by public. There are three seasons.Format: Podcast
Types: Culture and Literature, Podcasts: Culture and Contemporary Voices, Podcasts: History and Human Rights
Subject: Chinese
Institute: Bard Undergraduate
Classifications: B1–B2, C1–C2
A famous Chinese documentary about Chinese food and the stories behind those delicious dishes. This series of documentaries shows not only the food, but also cultures rarely known by public. There are three seasons.
Chinese
Culture and Literature, Podcasts: Culture and Contemporary Voices, Podcasts: History and Human Rights
A Bite of China舌尖上的中国 II
A famous Chinese documentary about Chinese food and the stories behind those delicious dishes. This series of documentaries shows not only the food, but also cultures rarely known by public. There are three seasons.Format: Podcast
Types: Culture and Literature, Podcasts: Culture and Contemporary Voices, Podcasts: History and Human Rights
Subject: Chinese
Institute: Bard Undergraduate
Classifications: B1–B2, C1–C2
A famous Chinese documentary about Chinese food and the stories behind those delicious dishes. This series of documentaries shows not only the food, but also cultures rarely known by public. There are three seasons.
Chinese
Culture and Literature, Podcasts: Culture and Contemporary Voices, Podcasts: History and Human Rights
A Bite of China舌尖上的中国 III
A famous Chinese documentary about Chinese food and the stories behind those delicious dishes. This series of documentaries shows not only the food, but also cultures rarely known by public. There are three seasons.Format: Podcast
Types: Culture and Literature, Podcasts: Culture and Contemporary Voices, Podcasts: History and Human Rights
Subject: Chinese
Institute: Bard Undergraduate
Classifications: B1–B2, C1–C2
Duxieren is a website contains reviews and analysis from big newspapers and magazines.
Chinese
Culture and Literature
Duxieren读写人
Duxieren is a website contains reviews and analysis from big newspapers and magazines.Format: Link
Types: Culture and Literature
Subject: Chinese
Institute: Bard Undergraduate
Classifications: B1–B2, C1–C2
A general searching engine for published Chinese books. It provides availability for readers to read online with reasonable price.
Chinese
Culture and Literature
NetEase Reading网易云阅读
A general searching engine for published Chinese books. It provides availability for readers to read online with reasonable price.Format: Link
Types: Culture and Literature
Subject: Chinese
Institute: Bard Undergraduate
Classification: C1–C2
The four novels commonly regarded by Chinese literary criticism to be the greatest and most influential of pre-modern Chinese fiction.They are Water Margin （水浒传）, Romance of the Three Kingdoms （三国演义）, Journey to the West （西游记）, and Dream of the Red Chamber （红楼梦）.
Chinese
Culture and Literature
The Four Great Classical Novels中国四大古典名著
The four novels commonly regarded by Chinese literary criticism to be the greatest and most influential of pre-modern Chinese fiction.They are Water Margin （水浒传）, Romance of the Three Kingdoms （三国演义）, Journey to the West （西游记）, and Dream of the Red Chamber （红楼梦）.Format: Link
Types: Culture and Literature
Subject: Chinese
Institute: Bard Undergraduate
Classification: C1–C2
A website from Pengpai News (The Paper) collecting book reviews from scholars and intellects which discussed new posted books and ideas.
Chinese
Culture and Literature
Shanghai Review of Books上海书评
A website from Pengpai News (The Paper) collecting book reviews from scholars and intellects which discussed new posted books and ideas.Format: Link
Types: Culture and Literature
Subject: Chinese
Institute: Bard Undergraduate
Classifications: B1–B2, C1–C2
A source for Chinese scholars and students to search for academic papers. It's the bigger platform for academic research nationwide.
Chinese
Culture and Literature
CNKI中国知网
A source for Chinese scholars and students to search for academic papers. It's the bigger platform for academic research nationwide.Format: Link
Types: Culture and Literature
Subject: Chinese
Institute: Bard Undergraduate
Classification: C1–C2
The official website of Central Academy of Fine Arts in China, which is one of the best art education insinuate in China. The web provides news and critiques about art both Chinese and worldwide.
Chinese
Culture and Literature, Podcasts: Art and Art History
CAFA中央美术学院
The official website of Central Academy of Fine Arts in China, which is one of the best art education insinuate in China. The web provides news and critiques about art both Chinese and worldwide.Format: Link
Types: Culture and Literature, Podcasts: Art and Art History
Subject: Chinese
Institute: Bard Undergraduate
Classification: C1–C2
This page list a corpus of Chinese text. Follow the link under each entry title to a page that collects together similar texts. Each text includes notes about the source and vocabulary. You can click on each Chinese word for the English definition and other information about the word. It contains both ancient and modern works, so it is good for students who are interested in Chinese literature.
Chinese
Culture and Literature
Chinese Notes
This page list a corpus of Chinese text. Follow the link under each entry title to a page that collects together similar texts. Each text includes notes about the source and vocabulary. You can click on each Chinese word for the English definition and other information about the word. It contains both ancient and modern works, so it is good for students who are interested in Chinese literature.Format: Link
Types: Culture and Literature
Subject: Chinese
Institute: Bard Undergraduate
Classification: C1–C2
The official website of CCTV in English which provides a lot of videos introducing Chinese culture.
Chinese
Culture and Literature, Placement Tests and Practice Exams
CCTV English
The official website of CCTV in English which provides a lot of videos introducing Chinese culture.Format: Link
Types: Culture and Literature, Placement Tests and Practice Exams
Subject: Chinese
Institute: Bard Undergraduate
Classifications: A1–A2, B1–B2, C1–C2
This is a Youtube channel. She shares her Chinese learning journey and blogs about China. Very helpful to review simple phrases and learn more about China and Chinese culture.
Chinese
Culture and Literature, Film and YouTube Collections
Blondie in China
This is a Youtube channel. She shares her Chinese learning journey and blogs about China. Very helpful to review simple phrases and learn more about China and Chinese culture.Format: Link
Types: Culture and Literature, Film and YouTube Collections
Subject: Chinese
Institute: Bard Undergraduate
Classifications: A1–A2, B1–B2, C1–C2
Seven most important Chinese classical books (道德经 Tao Te Ching, 孙子兵法 The Art of War, 唐诗 Tang Poems, 论语 The Analects, 中庸 Doctrine of the Mean, 大学 The Great Learning, 孝经 Classic of Filial Piety). This web has translation for every signle Chinese character and word association on the side.
Chinese
Culture and Literature
Classical Chinese Literature
Seven most important Chinese classical books (道德经 Tao Te Ching, 孙子兵法 The Art of War, 唐诗 Tang Poems, 论语 The Analects, 中庸 Doctrine of the Mean, 大学 The Great Learning, 孝经 Classic of Filial Piety). This web has translation for every signle Chinese character and word association on the side.Format: Link
Types: Culture and Literature
Subject: Chinese
Institute: Bard Undergraduate
Classification: C1–C2
Dictionaries and Thesaurus
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Providing free dictionary and free translator. Chinese -English Dictionary with pinyin, and translations.
Chinese
Dictionaries and Thesaurus
LINE Dictionary
Providing free dictionary and free translator. Chinese -English Dictionary with pinyin, and translations.Format: Link
Types: Dictionaries and Thesaurus
Subject: Chinese
Institute: Bard Undergraduate
Classification: A1–A2
This dictionary supports a search of character by pinyin while provides detailed explanation of the specific character from basic information to classic explanation by ShuoWenJieZi and KangXiZiDian. The web also provides thesaurus and ChengYu (set phrases) dictionary as well as Chinese poems and classic literatures.Useful tool for advanced Chinese learners.
Chinese
Dictionaries and Thesaurus
Zdic 汉典
This dictionary supports a search of character by pinyin while provides detailed explanation of the specific character from basic information to classic explanation by ShuoWenJieZi and KangXiZiDian. The web also provides thesaurus and ChengYu (set phrases) dictionary as well as Chinese poems and classic literatures.Useful tool for advanced Chinese learners.Format: Link
Types: Dictionaries and Thesaurus
Subject: Chinese
Institute: Bard Undergraduate
Classifications: B1–B2, C1–C2
iCiba 爱词霸
One of the best English to Chinese dictionariesFormat: Link
Types: Dictionaries and Thesaurus
Subject: Chinese
Institute: Bard Undergraduate
Classifications: A1–A2, B1–B2, C1–C2
(On Google Chrome) Simply go to a web page in Chinese and hover over the Chinese characters with your mouse to see a pop-up window open up showing the English translation along with the Pinyin romanization. After installing the extension it can be turned on and off by clicking on the little icon in the upper right-hand corner of the browser. When activated, the word "ON" is displayed in red over the icon of the extension. Otherwise the extension is inactive.
Chinese
Dictionaries and Thesaurus
Chinese-English Dictionary--A Chrome extension
(On Google Chrome) Simply go to a web page in Chinese and hover over the Chinese characters with your mouse to see a pop-up window open up showing the English translation along with the Pinyin romanization. After installing the extension it can be turned on and off by clicking on the little icon in the upper right-hand corner of the browser. When activated, the word "ON" is displayed in red over the icon of the extension. Otherwise the extension is inactive.Format: Link
Types: Dictionaries and Thesaurus
Subject: Chinese
Institute: Bard Undergraduate
Classifications: A1–A2, B1–B2, C1–C2
This is a Mandarin-English dictionary and thesaurus. It not only shows the definition, but also thesaurus, animated stroke order, example sentences, etymology, etc. It is a great tool to learn Chinese.
Chinese
Dictionaries and Thesaurus
Yellow Bridge
This is a Mandarin-English dictionary and thesaurus. It not only shows the definition, but also thesaurus, animated stroke order, example sentences, etymology, etc. It is a great tool to learn Chinese.Format: Link
Types: Dictionaries and Thesaurus
Subject: Chinese
Institute: Bard Undergraduate
Classifications: B1–B2, C1–C2
Film and YouTube Collections
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"Inspiring Offer" cleverly connects the atmosphere and nature of the work of lawyers, as well as the mental outlook and working conditions of lawyers. As an observational online comprehensive program, the program focuses on the topic of the domestic lawyers' workplace in China, and at the same time greatly extends the scope of the online comprehensive program in terms of content performance. The program presented the legal profession and lawyers to the audience, leading people to this seemingly familiar but relatively unfamiliar field.
Chinese
Film and YouTube Collections, Podcasts: Politics and News, Radio and Programs
令人心动的Offer “Inspiring Offer” I II
"Inspiring Offer" cleverly connects the atmosphere and nature of the work of lawyers, as well as the mental outlook and working conditions of lawyers. As an observational online comprehensive program, the program focuses on the topic of the domestic lawyers' workplace in China, and at the same time greatly extends the scope of the online comprehensive program in terms of content performance. The program presented the legal profession and lawyers to the audience, leading people to this seemingly familiar but relatively unfamiliar field.Format: Podcast
Types: Film and YouTube Collections, Podcasts: Politics and News, Radio and Programs
Subject: Chinese
Classifications: B1–B2, C1–C2
children's cartoon
Length: 8 min
Length: 8 min
Chinese
Film and YouTube Collections
大头儿子小头爸爸 “Big Head Son and Small Head Dad” (children's cartoon)
children's cartoonLength: 8 min
Format: Link
Types: Film and YouTube Collections
Subject: Chinese
Institute: Bard Undergraduate
Classification: A1–A2
Home with Kids (家有儿女), is a sitcom/drama from Mainland China. It is considered to be an equivalent to Growing Pains, a US sitcom. Unlike most Chinese multi-camera sitcoms, Home With Kids prominently uses child actors as main roles. As a spiritual successor of China's first multi-camera sitcom, I Love My Family, the series also reunites Song Dandan and Wen Xingyu. (Also one of Wen's final roles before his death)
Length:25 min
Length:25 min
Chinese
Film and YouTube Collections
家有儿女 Home With Kids Season 1-4
Home with Kids (家有儿女), is a sitcom/drama from Mainland China. It is considered to be an equivalent to Growing Pains, a US sitcom. Unlike most Chinese multi-camera sitcoms, Home With Kids prominently uses child actors as main roles. As a spiritual successor of China's first multi-camera sitcom, I Love My Family, the series also reunites Song Dandan and Wen Xingyu. (Also one of Wen's final roles before his death)Length:25 min
Format: Link
Types: Film and YouTube Collections
Subject: Chinese
Institute: Bard Undergraduate
Classification: B1–B2
It was a 2009 Taiwanese Drama starring Vic Chou, Mark Chao, Ivy Chen, and Janine Chang. It was produced by Prajna Works and directed by Cai Yuexun with location filming in Kaohsiung, Taiwan.
Length:60 min
Length:60 min
Chinese
Film and YouTube Collections
痞子英雄 Black & White (modern cop drama)
It was a 2009 Taiwanese Drama starring Vic Chou, Mark Chao, Ivy Chen, and Janine Chang. It was produced by Prajna Works and directed by Cai Yuexun with location filming in Kaohsiung, Taiwan.Length:60 min
Format: Link
Types: Film and YouTube Collections
Subject: Chinese
Institute: Bard Undergraduate
Classification: C1–C2
It is a 2009 television series broadcast in Mainland China, based on a 2007 novel of the same name. It depicts two sisters struggling with life in Jiangzhou, a fictional city that strongly resembles present-day Shanghai. The Chinese name is a figure of speech meaning "humble abode". Because a prominent storyline portrays the difficulties of buying an affordable home in the city, the show has become a symbol of the perceived ongoing real estate bubble in China, generating controversy in the Chinese press and attracting attention from foreign media sources.
Length: 45 min
Length: 45 min
Chinese
Film and YouTube Collections
蜗居 "Dwelling Narrowness" (modern drama)
It is a 2009 television series broadcast in Mainland China, based on a 2007 novel of the same name. It depicts two sisters struggling with life in Jiangzhou, a fictional city that strongly resembles present-day Shanghai. The Chinese name is a figure of speech meaning "humble abode". Because a prominent storyline portrays the difficulties of buying an affordable home in the city, the show has become a symbol of the perceived ongoing real estate bubble in China, generating controversy in the Chinese press and attracting attention from foreign media sources.Length: 45 min
Format: Link
Types: Film and YouTube Collections
Subject: Chinese
Institute: Bard Undergraduate
Classification: C1–C2
A Chinese cartoon telling the history of modern China in animated character of a rabbit. The series is keep producing.
Length: 8 min
Length: 8 min
Chinese
Film and YouTube Collections
那年那兔那些事 (animation)
A Chinese cartoon telling the history of modern China in animated character of a rabbit. The series is keep producing.Length: 8 min
Format: Link
Types: Film and YouTube Collections
Subject: Chinese
Institute: Bard Undergraduate
Classification: B1–B2
It's has been two hundred years since opera troupes enters Beijing and flourished Beijing Opera.The documentary interview four masters of Beijing Opera: Shang Changrong, Wang Jinlu, Tan Yuanshou, and Li shiji. From the lives of the masters, the program shows the history and changes of Beijing Opera.
Length: 25 min
Length: 25 min
Chinese
Film and YouTube Collections, Podcasts: Film and Photography
Dressed up on Stage粉墨人生
It's has been two hundred years since opera troupes enters Beijing and flourished Beijing Opera.The documentary interview four masters of Beijing Opera: Shang Changrong, Wang Jinlu, Tan Yuanshou, and Li shiji. From the lives of the masters, the program shows the history and changes of Beijing Opera.Length: 25 min
Format: Podcast
Types: Film and YouTube Collections, Podcasts: Film and Photography
Subject: Chinese
Institute: Bard Undergraduate
Classification: C1–C2
The documentary is about the history and changes of drama and theater in China, from the entering of western dramas to the creation of first Chinese theater.
Length: 25-30 min
Length: 25-30 min
Chinese
Film and YouTube Collections, Podcasts: Film and Photography
The Change of Drama Overtime剧变沧桑
The documentary is about the history and changes of drama and theater in China, from the entering of western dramas to the creation of first Chinese theater.Length: 25-30 min
Format: Podcast
Types: Film and YouTube Collections, Podcasts: Film and Photography
Subject: Chinese
Institute: Bard Undergraduate
Classifications: B1–B2, C1–C2
This is a Youtube channel. She shares her Chinese learning journey and blogs about China. Very helpful to review simple phrases and learn more about China and Chinese culture.
Chinese
Culture and Literature, Film and YouTube Collections
Blondie in China
This is a Youtube channel. She shares her Chinese learning journey and blogs about China. Very helpful to review simple phrases and learn more about China and Chinese culture.Format: Link
Types: Culture and Literature, Film and YouTube Collections
Subject: Chinese
Institute: Bard Undergraduate
Classifications: A1–A2, B1–B2, C1–C2
This is a Chinese Reality TV Show where dads take their kids on a trip. It is very fun to watch and helps with listening skills. The kids have a simple vocabulary so you will learn along with them. This is mostly for intermediate Chinese learners but can also be useful for beginners.
Length: 2 hours
Length: 2 hours
Chinese
Film and YouTube Collections
Dad Where Are We Going?
This is a Chinese Reality TV Show where dads take their kids on a trip. It is very fun to watch and helps with listening skills. The kids have a simple vocabulary so you will learn along with them. This is mostly for intermediate Chinese learners but can also be useful for beginners.Length: 2 hours
Format: Link
Types: Film and YouTube Collections
Subject: Chinese
Institute: Bard Undergraduate
Classifications: A1–A2, B1–B2, C1–C2
Grammar and Vocabulary
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Anki is a free program that allows you to create your own flashcards from which to study vocabulary, conjugations, or grammar. Flashcards can be downloaded from Quizlet, and Anki can be used on multiple devices, so you can practice on the go! The program allows you to categorize the cards by how well you know the information, presenting cards you are less familiar with more frequently and helping you learn more quickly!
Chinese, French, German, Italian, Russian, Spanish
Grammar and Vocabulary, Teaching and Tutoring
Anki - Flashcards
Anki is a free program that allows you to create your own flashcards from which to study vocabulary, conjugations, or grammar. Flashcards can be downloaded from Quizlet, and Anki can be used on multiple devices, so you can practice on the go! The program allows you to categorize the cards by how well you know the information, presenting cards you are less familiar with more frequently and helping you learn more quickly!Format: Link
Types: Grammar and Vocabulary, Teaching and Tutoring
Subjects: Chinese, French, German, Italian, Russian, Spanish
Institute: Bard Undergraduate
Classifications: A1–A2, B1–B2, C1–C2
A great website to create your own vocabulary lists, print flashcards, test yourself with the “testmaker”, combine lists to study a select number of words from the last semester, etc. . Can also be used for individual classes, and as an app on your mobile device
Chinese, French, German, Italian
Grammar and Vocabulary
Quizlet - Flashcards
A great website to create your own vocabulary lists, print flashcards, test yourself with the “testmaker”, combine lists to study a select number of words from the last semester, etc. . Can also be used for individual classes, and as an app on your mobile deviceFormat: Link
Types: Grammar and Vocabulary
Subjects: Chinese, French, German, Italian
Institute: Bard Undergraduate
Classification: A1–A2
The only Chinese language app that combines beautiful visualizations with the latest scientific research. Learning Chinese has never been so efficient and fun.
In Zizzle, characters are organized in decks according to the HSK levels, themes (like business, travel or food) and the most commonly used Chinese textbooks (i.e. Integrated Chinese). The learning process with Zizzle is further supported by an intelligent testing system, a spaced repetition algorithm, bite-sized lessons, a smart search function and 2000+ essential Chinese words and phrases as well as 2000+ audio files. (Not Free)
In Zizzle, characters are organized in decks according to the HSK levels, themes (like business, travel or food) and the most commonly used Chinese textbooks (i.e. Integrated Chinese). The learning process with Zizzle is further supported by an intelligent testing system, a spaced repetition algorithm, bite-sized lessons, a smart search function and 2000+ essential Chinese words and phrases as well as 2000+ audio files. (Not Free)
Chinese
Grammar and Vocabulary
Zizzle
The only Chinese language app that combines beautiful visualizations with the latest scientific research. Learning Chinese has never been so efficient and fun.In Zizzle, characters are organized in decks according to the HSK levels, themes (like business, travel or food) and the most commonly used Chinese textbooks (i.e. Integrated Chinese). The learning process with Zizzle is further supported by an intelligent testing system, a spaced repetition algorithm, bite-sized lessons, a smart search function and 2000+ essential Chinese words and phrases as well as 2000+ audio files. (Not Free)
Format: Link
Types: Grammar and Vocabulary
Subject: Chinese
Institute: Bard Undergraduate
Classifications: A1–A2, B1–B2, C1–C2
Takes a novel approach to language learning by using real world Chinese language video content taken from the Internet. Vocabulary specific to each video is taught and every video has subtitles in Chinese (pinyin and simplified characters). Videos are usually very interesting and range from commercials, music videos and even Chinese viral videos — great for cultural education. (Not Free)
Chinese
Grammar and Vocabulary
FluentU Chinese
Takes a novel approach to language learning by using real world Chinese language video content taken from the Internet. Vocabulary specific to each video is taught and every video has subtitles in Chinese (pinyin and simplified characters). Videos are usually very interesting and range from commercials, music videos and even Chinese viral videos — great for cultural education. (Not Free)Format: Link
Types: Grammar and Vocabulary
Subject: Chinese
Institute: Bard Undergraduate
Classifications: A1–A2, B1–B2, C1–C2
Skritter is a powerful app that teaches you to write and recognize Chinese (and Japanese) written characters. The app is able to recognize your handwritten characters and correct for any mistakes. It is available for all major platforms (iOS, Android, Mac, Windows) and they currently offer a 7-day free trial.
Chinese
Grammar and Vocabulary
Skritter
Skritter is a powerful app that teaches you to write and recognize Chinese (and Japanese) written characters. The app is able to recognize your handwritten characters and correct for any mistakes. It is available for all major platforms (iOS, Android, Mac, Windows) and they currently offer a 7-day free trial.Format: Link
Types: Grammar and Vocabulary
Subject: Chinese
Institute: Bard Undergraduate
Classifications: A1–A2, B1–B2, C1–C2
The app is based on test-type questions from official HSK vocabulary lists and has a good SRS algorithm. The main problem that I see is that the vocabulary is slowly unlocked, starting with HSK1-level words, which means that if you have a higher level, in the beginning, it might be a bit annoying to go over all of the basic vocabulary.
Chinese
Grammar and Vocabulary, Reading and Writing, Software and Keyboards
HSK Locker
The app is based on test-type questions from official HSK vocabulary lists and has a good SRS algorithm. The main problem that I see is that the vocabulary is slowly unlocked, starting with HSK1-level words, which means that if you have a higher level, in the beginning, it might be a bit annoying to go over all of the basic vocabulary.Format: Link
Types: Grammar and Vocabulary, Reading and Writing, Software and Keyboards
Subject: Chinese
Institute: Bard Undergraduate
Classifications: A1–A2, B1–B2
Placement Tests and Practice Exams
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The new HSK test was launched by Hanban in an effort to better serve Chinese language learners. The test is the result of coordinated efforts by experts from different disciplines including Chinese language teaching, linguistics, psychology and educational measurement. The new exam combines the advantages of the original HSK while taking into consideration recent trends in Chinese language training by conducting surveys and making use of the latest findings in international language testing.
New HSK Level 1 - Sample exam (listening material)
New HSK Level 2 - Sample exam (listening material)
New HSK Level 3 - Sample exam (listening material)
New HSK Level 4 - Sample exam (listening material)
New HSK Level 5 - Sample exam (listening material)
New HSK Level 6 - Sample exam (listening material)
New HSK Oral Exam - Sample exam (practice material)
New HSK Level 1 - Sample exam (listening material)
New HSK Level 2 - Sample exam (listening material)
New HSK Level 3 - Sample exam (listening material)
New HSK Level 4 - Sample exam (listening material)
New HSK Level 5 - Sample exam (listening material)
New HSK Level 6 - Sample exam (listening material)
New HSK Oral Exam - Sample exam (practice material)
Chinese
Placement Tests and Practice Exams
Hanyu Shuiping Kaoshi HSK
The new HSK test was launched by Hanban in an effort to better serve Chinese language learners. The test is the result of coordinated efforts by experts from different disciplines including Chinese language teaching, linguistics, psychology and educational measurement. The new exam combines the advantages of the original HSK while taking into consideration recent trends in Chinese language training by conducting surveys and making use of the latest findings in international language testing.New HSK Level 1 - Sample exam (listening material)
New HSK Level 2 - Sample exam (listening material)
New HSK Level 3 - Sample exam (listening material)
New HSK Level 4 - Sample exam (listening material)
New HSK Level 5 - Sample exam (listening material)
New HSK Level 6 - Sample exam (listening material)
New HSK Oral Exam - Sample exam (practice material)
Format: Link
Types: Placement Tests and Practice Exams
Subject: Chinese
Institute: Bard Undergraduate
Classifications: A1–A2, B1–B2, C1–C2
These websites offer a comprehensive look at the ins and outs of studying abroad in China, such as obtaining a visa, choosing a city, searching for universities, applying for scholarships, and much more.
Chinese
Placement Tests and Practice Exams
China Education Center
These websites offer a comprehensive look at the ins and outs of studying abroad in China, such as obtaining a visa, choosing a city, searching for universities, applying for scholarships, and much more.Format: Link
Types: Placement Tests and Practice Exams
Subject: Chinese
Institute: Bard Undergraduate
Classifications: A1–A2, B1–B2, C1–C2
The official website of CCTV in English which provides a lot of videos introducing Chinese culture.
Chinese
Culture and Literature, Placement Tests and Practice Exams
CCTV English
The official website of CCTV in English which provides a lot of videos introducing Chinese culture.Format: Link
Types: Culture and Literature, Placement Tests and Practice Exams
Subject: Chinese
Institute: Bard Undergraduate
Classifications: A1–A2, B1–B2, C1–C2
The proficiency test below is made up of multiple sections, each comprised of 10-15 questions. 90% the questions are Pinyin instead of the actual characters.
Chinese
Placement Tests and Practice Exams
Test your Pinyin Level (Pinyin Test)
The proficiency test below is made up of multiple sections, each comprised of 10-15 questions. 90% the questions are Pinyin instead of the actual characters.Format: Link
Types: Placement Tests and Practice Exams
Subject: Chinese
Institute: Bard Undergraduate
Classifications: A1–A2, B1–B2, C1–C2
While this does not provide an official result that can be submitted to a college or language program, this test offers a good evaluation of your language skills so far.
Keywords: Practice Proficiency Test
Keywords: Practice Proficiency Test
Arabic, Chinese, French, German, Italian, Spanish
Placement Tests and Practice Exams
Sprach Caffe Language Test
While this does not provide an official result that can be submitted to a college or language program, this test offers a good evaluation of your language skills so far.Keywords: Practice Proficiency Test
Format: Link
Types: Placement Tests and Practice Exams
Subjects: Arabic, Chinese, French, German, Italian, Spanish
Classification: A1–A2
Podcasts: Art and Art History
Title
Description
Subject
Type
The official website of Central Academy of Fine Arts in China, which is one of the best art education insinuate in China. The web provides news and critiques about art both Chinese and worldwide.
Chinese
Culture and Literature, Podcasts: Art and Art History
CAFA中央美术学院
The official website of Central Academy of Fine Arts in China, which is one of the best art education insinuate in China. The web provides news and critiques about art both Chinese and worldwide.Format: Link
Types: Culture and Literature, Podcasts: Art and Art History
Subject: Chinese
Institute: Bard Undergraduate
Classification: C1–C2
Podcasts: Books and Reviews
Title
Description
Subject
Type
The Asian Review of Books is the only dedicated pan-Asian book review publication. Widely quoted, referenced, republished by leading publications in Asian and beyond and with an archive of more than two thousand book reviews, the ARB also features long-format essays by leading Asian writers and thinkers, excerpts from newly-published books and reviews of arts and culture. It provides an unparalleled forum for discussion of key contemporary issues by Asians for Asia and a vehicle of intellectual depth and breadth where leading thinkers can write on the books, arts and ideas of the day. A weekly podcast was added in 2021.
Chinese
Podcasts: Books and Reviews
Asian Reveiw of Books
The Asian Review of Books is the only dedicated pan-Asian book review publication. Widely quoted, referenced, republished by leading publications in Asian and beyond and with an archive of more than two thousand book reviews, the ARB also features long-format essays by leading Asian writers and thinkers, excerpts from newly-published books and reviews of arts and culture. It provides an unparalleled forum for discussion of key contemporary issues by Asians for Asia and a vehicle of intellectual depth and breadth where leading thinkers can write on the books, arts and ideas of the day. A weekly podcast was added in 2021.Format: Link
Types: Podcasts: Books and Reviews
Subject: Chinese
Classification: A1–A2
The XIMALAYA platform provides audio playback, download, and search services, as well as personalized personal recommendation services for users. Users can also apply to become an anchor and upload audio files.
Recommoned:
人性的枷锁
新京报书评周刊
读者说｜书评雅集
Recommoned:
人性的枷锁
新京报书评周刊
读者说｜书评雅集
Chinese
Podcasts: Books and Reviews
Ximalaya (app)-podcast- Books and Reviews
The XIMALAYA platform provides audio playback, download, and search services, as well as personalized personal recommendation services for users. Users can also apply to become an anchor and upload audio files.Recommoned:
人性的枷锁
新京报书评周刊
读者说｜书评雅集
Format: Podcast
Types: Podcasts: Books and Reviews
Subject: Chinese
Classifications: B1–B2, C1–C2
Podcasts: Culture and Contemporary Voices
Title
Description
Subject
Type
A famous Chinese documentary about Chinese food and the stories behind those delicious dishes. This series of documentaries shows not only the food, but also cultures rarely known by public. There are three seasons.
Chinese
Culture and Literature, Podcasts: Culture and Contemporary Voices, Podcasts: History and Human Rights
A Bite of China舌尖上的中国 I
A famous Chinese documentary about Chinese food and the stories behind those delicious dishes. This series of documentaries shows not only the food, but also cultures rarely known by public. There are three seasons.Format: Podcast
Types: Culture and Literature, Podcasts: Culture and Contemporary Voices, Podcasts: History and Human Rights
Subject: Chinese
Institute: Bard Undergraduate
Classifications: B1–B2, C1–C2
A famous Chinese documentary about Chinese food and the stories behind those delicious dishes. This series of documentaries shows not only the food, but also cultures rarely known by public. There are three seasons.
Chinese
Culture and Literature, Podcasts: Culture and Contemporary Voices, Podcasts: History and Human Rights
A Bite of China舌尖上的中国 II
A famous Chinese documentary about Chinese food and the stories behind those delicious dishes. This series of documentaries shows not only the food, but also cultures rarely known by public. There are three seasons.Format: Podcast
Types: Culture and Literature, Podcasts: Culture and Contemporary Voices, Podcasts: History and Human Rights
Subject: Chinese
Institute: Bard Undergraduate
Classifications: B1–B2, C1–C2
A famous Chinese documentary about Chinese food and the stories behind those delicious dishes. This series of documentaries shows not only the food, but also cultures rarely known by public. There are three seasons.
Chinese
Culture and Literature, Podcasts: Culture and Contemporary Voices, Podcasts: History and Human Rights
A Bite of China舌尖上的中国 III
A famous Chinese documentary about Chinese food and the stories behind those delicious dishes. This series of documentaries shows not only the food, but also cultures rarely known by public. There are three seasons.Format: Podcast
Types: Culture and Literature, Podcasts: Culture and Contemporary Voices, Podcasts: History and Human Rights
Subject: Chinese
Institute: Bard Undergraduate
Classifications: B1–B2, C1–C2
The biggest platform for personal talking book. You can always find what attracts you in this website.
Length: 15 mins
Reconmands: 观复马未都 a famous antique collector Ma Weidu in China
晓说2017 by famous critique Gao Xiaosong
Length: 15 mins
Reconmands: 观复马未都 a famous antique collector Ma Weidu in China
晓说2017 by famous critique Gao Xiaosong
Chinese
Podcasts: Culture and Contemporary Voices, Podcasts: History and Human Rights, Radio and Programs
Ximalaya FM:喜马拉雅好声音
The biggest platform for personal talking book. You can always find what attracts you in this website.Length: 15 mins
Reconmands: 观复马未都 a famous antique collector Ma Weidu in China
晓说2017 by famous critique Gao Xiaosong
Formats: Link, Podcast
Types: Podcasts: Culture and Contemporary Voices, Podcasts: History and Human Rights, Radio and Programs
Subject: Chinese
Institute: Bard Undergraduate
Classifications: B1–B2, C1–C2
This Channel presents topics of Chinese cultures (shopping, traveling, and wedding costume), historical site, and many other interesting features.
Length: 7-15 min
Length: 7-15 min
Chinese
Podcasts: Culture and Contemporary Voices, Podcasts: History and Human Rights
Peggy Teaches Chinese
This Channel presents topics of Chinese cultures (shopping, traveling, and wedding costume), historical site, and many other interesting features.Length: 7-15 min
Format: Podcast
Types: Podcasts: Culture and Contemporary Voices, Podcasts: History and Human Rights
Subject: Chinese
Institute: Bard Undergraduate
Classifications: A1–A2, B1–B2
Podcasts: Economics and Finance
Title
Description
Subject
Type
This is a TV program by CCTV which provides 30 minutes introduction and analysis about Chinese local economics.
Length: 25-30 min
Length: 25-30 min
Chinese
Podcasts: Economics and Finance
Half Hour Economics经济半小时
This is a TV program by CCTV which provides 30 minutes introduction and analysis about Chinese local economics.Length: 25-30 min
Formats: Link, Podcast
Types: Podcasts: Economics and Finance
Subject: Chinese
Institute: Bard Undergraduate
Classification: C1–C2
Podcasts: Film and Photography
Title
Description
Subject
Type
It's has been two hundred years since opera troupes enters Beijing and flourished Beijing Opera.The documentary interview four masters of Beijing Opera: Shang Changrong, Wang Jinlu, Tan Yuanshou, and Li shiji. From the lives of the masters, the program shows the history and changes of Beijing Opera.
Length: 25 min
Length: 25 min
Chinese
Film and YouTube Collections, Podcasts: Film and Photography
Dressed up on Stage粉墨人生
It's has been two hundred years since opera troupes enters Beijing and flourished Beijing Opera.The documentary interview four masters of Beijing Opera: Shang Changrong, Wang Jinlu, Tan Yuanshou, and Li shiji. From the lives of the masters, the program shows the history and changes of Beijing Opera.Length: 25 min
Format: Podcast
Types: Film and YouTube Collections, Podcasts: Film and Photography
Subject: Chinese
Institute: Bard Undergraduate
Classification: C1–C2
The documentary is about the history and changes of drama and theater in China, from the entering of western dramas to the creation of first Chinese theater.
Length: 25-30 min
Length: 25-30 min
Chinese
Film and YouTube Collections, Podcasts: Film and Photography
The Change of Drama Overtime剧变沧桑
The documentary is about the history and changes of drama and theater in China, from the entering of western dramas to the creation of first Chinese theater.Length: 25-30 min
Format: Podcast
Types: Film and YouTube Collections, Podcasts: Film and Photography
Subject: Chinese
Institute: Bard Undergraduate
Classifications: B1–B2, C1–C2
In 1839, the first photograph is shot in France, while in 1860 the first photo of Beijing is shot when British French coalition forces entered the city. The documentary demonstrates China from late Qing period to Chinese Republic in the view of western photographers.
Length: 25 min
Length: 25 min
Chinese
Podcasts: Film and Photography
Western Camera西洋镜
In 1839, the first photograph is shot in France, while in 1860 the first photo of Beijing is shot when British French coalition forces entered the city. The documentary demonstrates China from late Qing period to Chinese Republic in the view of western photographers.Length: 25 min
Format: Podcast
Types: Podcasts: Film and Photography
Subject: Chinese
Institute: Bard Undergraduate
Classifications: B1–B2, C1–C2
Podcasts: Gender and Environmental Justice
Title
Description
Subject
Type
The documentary is about the liberation of Chinese women from feudal limitations. Tracing the action of women in 20th century, the program reflects the progress of the rising of women's social status in past hundred years, and their achievements.
Length: 45 min
Length: 45 min
Chinese
Podcasts: Gender and Environmental Justice, Podcasts: History and Human Rights
History of Chinese Women in 20th Century20世纪中国女性史
The documentary is about the liberation of Chinese women from feudal limitations. Tracing the action of women in 20th century, the program reflects the progress of the rising of women's social status in past hundred years, and their achievements.Length: 45 min
Format: Podcast
Types: Podcasts: Gender and Environmental Justice, Podcasts: History and Human Rights
Subject: Chinese
Institute: Bard Undergraduate
Classifications: B1–B2, C1–C2
This is a Chinese Podcast mixed with video helping people to understand the audio. It is usually about crime around our living society.
Length: 20-25 min
Length: 20-25 min
Chinese
Podcasts: Gender and Environmental Justice, Podcasts: History and Human Rights, Podcasts: Politics and News
Legal Report 今日说法
This is a Chinese Podcast mixed with video helping people to understand the audio. It is usually about crime around our living society.Length: 20-25 min
Format: Podcast
Types: Podcasts: Gender and Environmental Justice, Podcasts: History and Human Rights, Podcasts: Politics and News
Subject: Chinese
Institute: Bard Undergraduate
Classifications: B1–B2, C1–C2
Podcasts: History and Human Rights
Title
Description
Subject
Type
A large-scale cultural and emotional program launched by CCTV. Undertook the production. Combining personal growth, emotional experience, background stories and handed down masterpieces, select exquisite texts, and use the plainest emotions to read the value behind the texts. The program aims to achieve cultural influencing, inspiring, and educating conduction.
Length: 1h30min
Length: 1h30min
Chinese
Culture and Literature, Podcasts: History and Human Rights, Podcasts: Literature and Poetry
朗读者 The Reader
A large-scale cultural and emotional program launched by CCTV. Undertook the production. Combining personal growth, emotional experience, background stories and handed down masterpieces, select exquisite texts, and use the plainest emotions to read the value behind the texts. The program aims to achieve cultural influencing, inspiring, and educating conduction.Length: 1h30min
Format: Podcast
Types: Culture and Literature, Podcasts: History and Human Rights, Podcasts: Literature and Poetry
Subject: Chinese
Institute: Bard Undergraduate
Classifications: B1–B2, C1–C2
A famous Chinese documentary about Chinese food and the stories behind those delicious dishes. This series of documentaries shows not only the food, but also cultures rarely known by public. There are three seasons.
Chinese
Culture and Literature, Podcasts: Culture and Contemporary Voices, Podcasts: History and Human Rights
A Bite of China舌尖上的中国 I
A famous Chinese documentary about Chinese food and the stories behind those delicious dishes. This series of documentaries shows not only the food, but also cultures rarely known by public. There are three seasons.Format: Podcast
Types: Culture and Literature, Podcasts: Culture and Contemporary Voices, Podcasts: History and Human Rights
Subject: Chinese
Institute: Bard Undergraduate
Classifications: B1–B2, C1–C2
A famous Chinese documentary about Chinese food and the stories behind those delicious dishes. This series of documentaries shows not only the food, but also cultures rarely known by public. There are three seasons.
Chinese
Culture and Literature, Podcasts: Culture and Contemporary Voices, Podcasts: History and Human Rights
A Bite of China舌尖上的中国 II
A famous Chinese documentary about Chinese food and the stories behind those delicious dishes. This series of documentaries shows not only the food, but also cultures rarely known by public. There are three seasons.Format: Podcast
Types: Culture and Literature, Podcasts: Culture and Contemporary Voices, Podcasts: History and Human Rights
Subject: Chinese
Institute: Bard Undergraduate
Classifications: B1–B2, C1–C2
A famous Chinese documentary about Chinese food and the stories behind those delicious dishes. This series of documentaries shows not only the food, but also cultures rarely known by public. There are three seasons.
Chinese
Culture and Literature, Podcasts: Culture and Contemporary Voices, Podcasts: History and Human Rights
A Bite of China舌尖上的中国 III
A famous Chinese documentary about Chinese food and the stories behind those delicious dishes. This series of documentaries shows not only the food, but also cultures rarely known by public. There are three seasons.Format: Podcast
Types: Culture and Literature, Podcasts: Culture and Contemporary Voices, Podcasts: History and Human Rights
Subject: Chinese
Institute: Bard Undergraduate
Classifications: B1–B2, C1–C2
The documentary is about the liberation of Chinese women from feudal limitations. Tracing the action of women in 20th century, the program reflects the progress of the rising of women's social status in past hundred years, and their achievements.
Length: 45 min
Length: 45 min
Chinese
Podcasts: Gender and Environmental Justice, Podcasts: History and Human Rights
History of Chinese Women in 20th Century20世纪中国女性史
The documentary is about the liberation of Chinese women from feudal limitations. Tracing the action of women in 20th century, the program reflects the progress of the rising of women's social status in past hundred years, and their achievements.Length: 45 min
Format: Podcast
Types: Podcasts: Gender and Environmental Justice, Podcasts: History and Human Rights
Subject: Chinese
Institute: Bard Undergraduate
Classifications: B1–B2, C1–C2
This is a Chinese Podcast mixed with video helping people to understand the audio. It is usually about crime around our living society.
Length: 20-25 min
Length: 20-25 min
Chinese
Podcasts: Gender and Environmental Justice, Podcasts: History and Human Rights, Podcasts: Politics and News
Legal Report 今日说法
This is a Chinese Podcast mixed with video helping people to understand the audio. It is usually about crime around our living society.Length: 20-25 min
Format: Podcast
Types: Podcasts: Gender and Environmental Justice, Podcasts: History and Human Rights, Podcasts: Politics and News
Subject: Chinese
Institute: Bard Undergraduate
Classifications: B1–B2, C1–C2
The biggest platform for personal talking book. You can always find what attracts you in this website.
Length: 15 mins
Reconmands: 观复马未都 a famous antique collector Ma Weidu in China
晓说2017 by famous critique Gao Xiaosong
Length: 15 mins
Reconmands: 观复马未都 a famous antique collector Ma Weidu in China
晓说2017 by famous critique Gao Xiaosong
Chinese
Podcasts: Culture and Contemporary Voices, Podcasts: History and Human Rights, Radio and Programs
Ximalaya FM:喜马拉雅好声音
The biggest platform for personal talking book. You can always find what attracts you in this website.Length: 15 mins
Reconmands: 观复马未都 a famous antique collector Ma Weidu in China
晓说2017 by famous critique Gao Xiaosong
Formats: Link, Podcast
Types: Podcasts: Culture and Contemporary Voices, Podcasts: History and Human Rights, Radio and Programs
Subject: Chinese
Institute: Bard Undergraduate
Classifications: B1–B2, C1–C2
National Treasure is a new produced TV show about history. Precious relics from museums in China displayed their objects in the show with professional introduction and interpretation of those objects. Educational and entertaining.
Length: 110 min
Length: 110 min
Chinese
Podcasts: History and Human Rights
National Treasure国家宝藏[ I ]
National Treasure is a new produced TV show about history. Precious relics from museums in China displayed their objects in the show with professional introduction and interpretation of those objects. Educational and entertaining.Length: 110 min
Formats: Link, Podcast
Types: Podcasts: History and Human Rights
Subject: Chinese
Classification: C1–C2
This is an on going series about a hundred pieces of historical relics that plays an important role in archeology and history studies of Chinese history, covering eight thousand years.
Length: 25 min
Length: 25 min
Chinese
Podcasts: History and Human Rights
If National Treasures Speak如果国宝会说话
This is an on going series about a hundred pieces of historical relics that plays an important role in archeology and history studies of Chinese history, covering eight thousand years.Length: 25 min
Format: Podcast
Types: Podcasts: History and Human Rights
Subject: Chinese
Institute: Bard Undergraduate
Classifications: B1–B2, C1–C2
This Channel presents topics of Chinese cultures (shopping, traveling, and wedding costume), historical site, and many other interesting features.
Length: 7-15 min
Length: 7-15 min
Chinese
Podcasts: Culture and Contemporary Voices, Podcasts: History and Human Rights
Peggy Teaches Chinese
This Channel presents topics of Chinese cultures (shopping, traveling, and wedding costume), historical site, and many other interesting features.Length: 7-15 min
Format: Podcast
Types: Podcasts: Culture and Contemporary Voices, Podcasts: History and Human Rights
Subject: Chinese
Institute: Bard Undergraduate
Classifications: A1–A2, B1–B2
Podcasts: Language and Learning
Title
Description
Subject
Type
ChineseClass101.Com is a podcast for absolute beginners. The two hosts go over dialogues and phrases in Chinese and explain what each Chinese character/word means, they explain its literal and contextual meaning. It is fun to listen to anywhere and anytime. It is great to review what you have learned and test your listening skills.
Length: 10-15 min.
Length: 10-15 min.
Chinese
Podcasts: Language and Learning
ChineseClass101.Com
ChineseClass101.Com is a podcast for absolute beginners. The two hosts go over dialogues and phrases in Chinese and explain what each Chinese character/word means, they explain its literal and contextual meaning. It is fun to listen to anywhere and anytime. It is great to review what you have learned and test your listening skills.Length: 10-15 min.
Format: Podcast
Types: Podcasts: Language and Learning
Subject: Chinese
Institute: Bard Undergraduate
Classification: A1–A2
ChinesePod is one of the most prestigious and oldest platforms for learning Chinese, and has recently developed an excellent app that allows you to follow their study plan regardless of where you are. Its system is based on high-quality podcasts although the platform is much more than just that.
The app offers all of the services of the platform, which includes videos and podcasts organized by levels as well as supporting materials such as review exercises for lessons and flashcards with personalized vocabulary lists. The big advantage of the app is that you can download all of the content so that you can use the app even without an Internet connection. －Not free
The app offers all of the services of the platform, which includes videos and podcasts organized by levels as well as supporting materials such as review exercises for lessons and flashcards with personalized vocabulary lists. The big advantage of the app is that you can download all of the content so that you can use the app even without an Internet connection. －Not free
Chinese
Podcasts: Language and Learning
ChinesePod
ChinesePod is one of the most prestigious and oldest platforms for learning Chinese, and has recently developed an excellent app that allows you to follow their study plan regardless of where you are. Its system is based on high-quality podcasts although the platform is much more than just that.The app offers all of the services of the platform, which includes videos and podcasts organized by levels as well as supporting materials such as review exercises for lessons and flashcards with personalized vocabulary lists. The big advantage of the app is that you can download all of the content so that you can use the app even without an Internet connection. －Not free
Format: Podcast
Types: Podcasts: Language and Learning
Subject: Chinese
Institute: Bard Undergraduate
Classification: A1–A2
Podcasts: Literature and Poetry
Title
Description
Subject
Type
A large-scale cultural and emotional program launched by CCTV. Undertook the production. Combining personal growth, emotional experience, background stories and handed down masterpieces, select exquisite texts, and use the plainest emotions to read the value behind the texts. The program aims to achieve cultural influencing, inspiring, and educating conduction.
Length: 1h30min
Length: 1h30min
Chinese
Culture and Literature, Podcasts: History and Human Rights, Podcasts: Literature and Poetry
朗读者 The Reader
A large-scale cultural and emotional program launched by CCTV. Undertook the production. Combining personal growth, emotional experience, background stories and handed down masterpieces, select exquisite texts, and use the plainest emotions to read the value behind the texts. The program aims to achieve cultural influencing, inspiring, and educating conduction.Length: 1h30min
Format: Podcast
Types: Culture and Literature, Podcasts: History and Human Rights, Podcasts: Literature and Poetry
Subject: Chinese
Institute: Bard Undergraduate
Classifications: B1–B2, C1–C2
A famous TV show about traditional Chinese poetry. The show invites people from different background to compete their knowledge in traditional poems.
Length: 90 min
Length: 90 min
Chinese
Podcasts: Literature and Poetry
Chinese Poetry中国诗词大会 I
A famous TV show about traditional Chinese poetry. The show invites people from different background to compete their knowledge in traditional poems.Length: 90 min
Format: Podcast
Types: Podcasts: Literature and Poetry
Subject: Chinese
Institute: Bard Undergraduate
Classification: C1–C2
A famous TV show about traditional Chinese poetry. The show invites people from different background to compete their knowledge in traditional poems.
Length: 90 min
Length: 90 min
Chinese
Podcasts: Literature and Poetry
Chinese Poetry中国诗词大会 III
A famous TV show about traditional Chinese poetry. The show invites people from different background to compete their knowledge in traditional poems.Length: 90 min
Format: Podcast
Types: Podcasts: Literature and Poetry
Subject: Chinese
Institute: Bard Undergraduate
Classification: C1–C2
A famous TV show about traditional Chinese poetry. The show invites people from different background to compete their knowledge in traditional poems.
Length: 90 min
Length: 90 min
Chinese
Podcasts: Literature and Poetry
Chinese Poetry中国诗词大会 II
A famous TV show about traditional Chinese poetry. The show invites people from different background to compete their knowledge in traditional poems.Length: 90 min
Format: Podcast
Types: Podcasts: Literature and Poetry
Subject: Chinese
Institute: Bard Undergraduate
Classification: C1–C2
Podcasts: Music and Performance
Title
Description
Subject
Type
The TV show demonstrates different kinds of folk songs from different areas of China, shows charming Chinese rural culture.
Length: 30 min
Length: 30 min
Chinese
Podcasts: Music and Performance
Chinese Folk Songs民歌·中国
The TV show demonstrates different kinds of folk songs from different areas of China, shows charming Chinese rural culture.Length: 30 min
Formats: Link, Podcast
Types: Podcasts: Music and Performance
Subject: Chinese
Institute: Bard Undergraduate
Classifications: A1–A2, B1–B2
This TV program shows varieties of different traditional Chinese musical instrument and Chinese music.
Length: 30 min
Length: 30 min
Chinese
Podcasts: Music and Performance
Chinese Music风华国乐
This TV program shows varieties of different traditional Chinese musical instrument and Chinese music.Length: 30 min
Format: Podcast
Types: Podcasts: Music and Performance
Subject: Chinese
Institute: Bard Undergraduate
Classification: A1–A2
Podcasts: Politics and News
Title
Description
Subject
Type
"Inspiring Offer" cleverly connects the atmosphere and nature of the work of lawyers, as well as the mental outlook and working conditions of lawyers. As an observational online comprehensive program, the program focuses on the topic of the domestic lawyers' workplace in China, and at the same time greatly extends the scope of the online comprehensive program in terms of content performance. The program presented the legal profession and lawyers to the audience, leading people to this seemingly familiar but relatively unfamiliar field.
Chinese
Film and YouTube Collections, Podcasts: Politics and News, Radio and Programs
令人心动的Offer “Inspiring Offer” I II
"Inspiring Offer" cleverly connects the atmosphere and nature of the work of lawyers, as well as the mental outlook and working conditions of lawyers. As an observational online comprehensive program, the program focuses on the topic of the domestic lawyers' workplace in China, and at the same time greatly extends the scope of the online comprehensive program in terms of content performance. The program presented the legal profession and lawyers to the audience, leading people to this seemingly familiar but relatively unfamiliar field.Format: Podcast
Types: Film and YouTube Collections, Podcasts: Politics and News, Radio and Programs
Subject: Chinese
Classifications: B1–B2, C1–C2
This is a Chinese Podcast mixed with video helping people to understand the audio. It is usually about crime around our living society.
Length: 20-25 min
Length: 20-25 min
Chinese
Podcasts: Gender and Environmental Justice, Podcasts: History and Human Rights, Podcasts: Politics and News
Legal Report 今日说法
This is a Chinese Podcast mixed with video helping people to understand the audio. It is usually about crime around our living society.Length: 20-25 min
Format: Podcast
Types: Podcasts: Gender and Environmental Justice, Podcasts: History and Human Rights, Podcasts: Politics and News
Subject: Chinese
Institute: Bard Undergraduate
Classifications: B1–B2, C1–C2
This is an official Chinese news report from the government. It focused most on the politics and movements of Chinese government. It also reports bout China's diplomacy.
Length: 30 min -
Length: 30 min -
Chinese
Podcasts: Politics and News
CCTV News新闻联播
This is an official Chinese news report from the government. It focused most on the politics and movements of Chinese government. It also reports bout China's diplomacy.Length: 30 min -
Format: Podcast
Types: Podcasts: Politics and News
Subject: Chinese
Institute: Bard Undergraduate
Classifications: B1–B2, C1–C2
Publications and Magazines
Title
Description
Subject
Type
1 《读者》(无限制年龄段的杂志刊物,甘肃人民出版社主办的一份综合类文摘杂志,具有广泛的影响力,甘肃人民出版社)
2 《瑞丽》(中国驰名商标,中国最大的时尚女性杂志之一,中国极具影响力的时尚传媒企业,瑞丽传媒集团有限公司)
3 《知音》(于1985年,全国报刊转载和影视改编率最高的期刊之一,十大名牌杂志,著名的杂志刊物,湖北知音传媒集团)
4 《中国国家地理》(于1950年,国内科学学科类别杂志著名刊物,中国大陆最出名的一本有关地理的杂志,中国国家地理杂志社)
5 《半月谈》(面向广大基层读者的重要党刊,中国发行量最大的的时政期刊之一,最具影响力的杂志之一,半月谈杂志社)
6 《青年文摘》(于1981年,共青团中央主管/中国青年出版总社主办,中国发行量最大的青年杂志之一,中国青年出版总社)
7 《新周刊》(时事生活类杂志,广东出版集团/三九企业集团合办,最具代表性和舆论影响力的杂志之一,新周刊杂志社)
8 《南风窗》(创刊于1985年,中国最具影响力的新闻杂志之一,国内订阅量最大的时政新闻刊物之一,广州日报报业集团)
9 《财经》(中国最广为阅读的财经类杂志之一,以权威性、公正性、专业性的新闻原则,北京《财经》杂志社有限公司)
10 《家庭》(以婚姻家庭为主的生活类期刊领导品牌,十大名牌杂志,重点扶优扶强的文化集团,家庭期刊集团有限公司)
Chinese
Publications and Magazines
Recommend Chinese Publications and Magazines
1 《读者》(无限制年龄段的杂志刊物,甘肃人民出版社主办的一份综合类文摘杂志,具有广泛的影响力,甘肃人民出版社)
2 《瑞丽》(中国驰名商标,中国最大的时尚女性杂志之一,中国极具影响力的时尚传媒企业,瑞丽传媒集团有限公司)
3 《知音》(于1985年,全国报刊转载和影视改编率最高的期刊之一,十大名牌杂志,著名的杂志刊物,湖北知音传媒集团)
4 《中国国家地理》(于1950年,国内科学学科类别杂志著名刊物,中国大陆最出名的一本有关地理的杂志,中国国家地理杂志社)
5 《半月谈》(面向广大基层读者的重要党刊,中国发行量最大的的时政期刊之一,最具影响力的杂志之一,半月谈杂志社)
6 《青年文摘》(于1981年,共青团中央主管/中国青年出版总社主办,中国发行量最大的青年杂志之一,中国青年出版总社)
7 《新周刊》(时事生活类杂志,广东出版集团/三九企业集团合办,最具代表性和舆论影响力的杂志之一,新周刊杂志社)
8 《南风窗》(创刊于1985年,中国最具影响力的新闻杂志之一,国内订阅量最大的时政新闻刊物之一,广州日报报业集团)
9 《财经》(中国最广为阅读的财经类杂志之一,以权威性、公正性、专业性的新闻原则,北京《财经》杂志社有限公司)
10 《家庭》(以婚姻家庭为主的生活类期刊领导品牌,十大名牌杂志,重点扶优扶强的文化集团,家庭期刊集团有限公司)
Format: Poster
Types: Publications and Magazines
Subject: Chinese
Classifications: B1–B2, C1–C2
Radio and Programs
Title
Description
Subject
Type
"Inspiring Offer" cleverly connects the atmosphere and nature of the work of lawyers, as well as the mental outlook and working conditions of lawyers. As an observational online comprehensive program, the program focuses on the topic of the domestic lawyers' workplace in China, and at the same time greatly extends the scope of the online comprehensive program in terms of content performance. The program presented the legal profession and lawyers to the audience, leading people to this seemingly familiar but relatively unfamiliar field.
Chinese
Film and YouTube Collections, Podcasts: Politics and News, Radio and Programs
令人心动的Offer “Inspiring Offer” I II
"Inspiring Offer" cleverly connects the atmosphere and nature of the work of lawyers, as well as the mental outlook and working conditions of lawyers. As an observational online comprehensive program, the program focuses on the topic of the domestic lawyers' workplace in China, and at the same time greatly extends the scope of the online comprehensive program in terms of content performance. The program presented the legal profession and lawyers to the audience, leading people to this seemingly familiar but relatively unfamiliar field.Format: Podcast
Types: Film and YouTube Collections, Podcasts: Politics and News, Radio and Programs
Subject: Chinese
Classifications: B1–B2, C1–C2
The biggest platform for personal talking book. You can always find what attracts you in this website.
Length: 15 mins
Reconmands: 观复马未都 a famous antique collector Ma Weidu in China
晓说2017 by famous critique Gao Xiaosong
Length: 15 mins
Reconmands: 观复马未都 a famous antique collector Ma Weidu in China
晓说2017 by famous critique Gao Xiaosong
Chinese
Podcasts: Culture and Contemporary Voices, Podcasts: History and Human Rights, Radio and Programs
Ximalaya FM:喜马拉雅好声音
The biggest platform for personal talking book. You can always find what attracts you in this website.Length: 15 mins
Reconmands: 观复马未都 a famous antique collector Ma Weidu in China
晓说2017 by famous critique Gao Xiaosong
Formats: Link, Podcast
Types: Podcasts: Culture and Contemporary Voices, Podcasts: History and Human Rights, Radio and Programs
Subject: Chinese
Institute: Bard Undergraduate
Classifications: B1–B2, C1–C2
Reading and Writing
Title
Description
Subject
Type
One of the most commonly used Chinese input method in the way of pinyin. Useful tool to help type in Chinese.
Chinese
Reading and Writing, Software and Keyboards
Pinyin Typewriting搜狗拼音输入法
One of the most commonly used Chinese input method in the way of pinyin. Useful tool to help type in Chinese.Format: Link
Types: Reading and Writing, Software and Keyboards
Subject: Chinese
Institute: Bard Undergraduate
Classifications: A1–A2, B1–B2, C1–C2
The sources contains those most famous Chinese modern poets like Beidao, Luxun, Haizi.
Chinese
Reading and Writing
Modern Chinese Poem Collection近现代诗歌
The sources contains those most famous Chinese modern poets like Beidao, Luxun, Haizi.Format: Link
Types: Reading and Writing
Subject: Chinese
Institute: Bard Undergraduate
Classifications: A1–A2, B1–B2
Contains 600 letters from HSK Level 1, suitable for beginners learning Chinese handwriting strokes.
Chinese
Reading and Writing
Chinese Writer by trainchinese
Contains 600 letters from HSK Level 1, suitable for beginners learning Chinese handwriting strokes.Format: Link
Types: Reading and Writing
Subject: Chinese
Institute: Bard Undergraduate
Classifications: A1–A2, B1–B2
The series of Chinese textbook which is widely used around Beijing. The language level is suitable for Chinese language learners who are already able to read long paragraphs and need to develop their reading comprehension. There are practice questions after each article.
Chinese
Reading and Writing
Chinese Textbooks Grade 7-9 & 10-12
The series of Chinese textbook which is widely used around Beijing. The language level is suitable for Chinese language learners who are already able to read long paragraphs and need to develop their reading comprehension. There are practice questions after each article.Format: Link
Types: Reading and Writing
Subject: Chinese
Institute: Bard Undergraduate
Classifications: B1–B2, C1–C2
The website allows students to learn to write Chinese Character in correct order.
Chinese
Reading and Writing
Chinese Character Handwriting Learning
The website allows students to learn to write Chinese Character in correct order.Format: Link
Types: Reading and Writing
Subject: Chinese
Institute: Bard Undergraduate
Classifications: A1–A2, B1–B2
The app is based on test-type questions from official HSK vocabulary lists and has a good SRS algorithm. The main problem that I see is that the vocabulary is slowly unlocked, starting with HSK1-level words, which means that if you have a higher level, in the beginning, it might be a bit annoying to go over all of the basic vocabulary.
Chinese
Grammar and Vocabulary, Reading and Writing, Software and Keyboards
HSK Locker
The app is based on test-type questions from official HSK vocabulary lists and has a good SRS algorithm. The main problem that I see is that the vocabulary is slowly unlocked, starting with HSK1-level words, which means that if you have a higher level, in the beginning, it might be a bit annoying to go over all of the basic vocabulary.Format: Link
Types: Grammar and Vocabulary, Reading and Writing, Software and Keyboards
Subject: Chinese
Institute: Bard Undergraduate
Classifications: A1–A2, B1–B2
This a news-based learning app for students with a more advanced level, but also can be a good resource for beginners. -Not free
Chinese
Reading and Writing
The Chairman’s Bao app (TCB)
This a news-based learning app for students with a more advanced level, but also can be a good resource for beginners. -Not freeFormat: Link
Types: Reading and Writing
Subject: Chinese
Institute: Bard Undergraduate
Classifications: A1–A2, B1–B2
Software and Keyboards
Title
Description
Subject
Type
The well-know language learning website which has Chinese listening and speaking practice for free.
Chinese
Software and Keyboards, Speaking and Writing
Duolingo - Chinese
The well-know language learning website which has Chinese listening and speaking practice for free.Format: Link
Types: Software and Keyboards, Speaking and Writing
Subject: Chinese
Institute: Bard Undergraduate
Classification: A1–A2
One of the most commonly used Chinese input method in the way of pinyin. Useful tool to help type in Chinese.
Chinese
Reading and Writing, Software and Keyboards
Pinyin Typewriting搜狗拼音输入法
One of the most commonly used Chinese input method in the way of pinyin. Useful tool to help type in Chinese.Format: Link
Types: Reading and Writing, Software and Keyboards
Subject: Chinese
Institute: Bard Undergraduate
Classifications: A1–A2, B1–B2, C1–C2
The app is based on test-type questions from official HSK vocabulary lists and has a good SRS algorithm. The main problem that I see is that the vocabulary is slowly unlocked, starting with HSK1-level words, which means that if you have a higher level, in the beginning, it might be a bit annoying to go over all of the basic vocabulary.
Chinese
Grammar and Vocabulary, Reading and Writing, Software and Keyboards
HSK Locker
The app is based on test-type questions from official HSK vocabulary lists and has a good SRS algorithm. The main problem that I see is that the vocabulary is slowly unlocked, starting with HSK1-level words, which means that if you have a higher level, in the beginning, it might be a bit annoying to go over all of the basic vocabulary.Format: Link
Types: Grammar and Vocabulary, Reading and Writing, Software and Keyboards
Subject: Chinese
Institute: Bard Undergraduate
Classifications: A1–A2, B1–B2
Speaking and Writing
Title
Description
Subject
Type
This resource allows you to learn pinyin and practice your listening skills. Available in the Apple and Google store. (Free).
Chinese
Speaking and Writing
ChineseEar
This resource allows you to learn pinyin and practice your listening skills. Available in the Apple and Google store. (Free).Format: Link
Types: Speaking and Writing
Subject: Chinese
Institute: Bard Undergraduate
Classifications: A1–A2, B1–B2
Arch Chinese
Allows students to practice with tone.Format: Link
Types: Speaking and Writing
Subject: Chinese
Institute: Bard Undergraduate
Classifications: A1–A2, B1–B2
The well-know language learning website which has Chinese listening and speaking practice for free.
Chinese
Software and Keyboards, Speaking and Writing
Duolingo - Chinese
The well-know language learning website which has Chinese listening and speaking practice for free.Format: Link
Types: Software and Keyboards, Speaking and Writing
Subject: Chinese
Institute: Bard Undergraduate
Classification: A1–A2
Entertaining, fun and easy to follow. This series teaches 300 of the most commonly spoken Chinese phrases. You can learn how to use these phrases in daily conversation. It is hosted by Charlotte MacInnis, known to the Chinese audiences as Ai Hua.
Chinese
Speaking and Writing
Growing up With Chinese
Entertaining, fun and easy to follow. This series teaches 300 of the most commonly spoken Chinese phrases. You can learn how to use these phrases in daily conversation. It is hosted by Charlotte MacInnis, known to the Chinese audiences as Ai Hua.Format: Link
Types: Speaking and Writing
Subject: Chinese
Institute: Bard Undergraduate
Classifications: A1–A2, B1–B2
Input any amount of Chinese into the box and the website will read it back to you in Mandarin. Good way for non speakers or struggling readers to hear the language
Chinese
Speaking and Writing
Text to speech
Input any amount of Chinese into the box and the website will read it back to you in Mandarin. Good way for non speakers or struggling readers to hear the languageFormat: Link
Types: Speaking and Writing
Subject: Chinese
Institute: Bard Undergraduate
Classification: A1–A2
Teaching and Tutoring
Title
Description
Subject
Type
Anki is a free program that allows you to create your own flashcards from which to study vocabulary, conjugations, or grammar. Flashcards can be downloaded from Quizlet, and Anki can be used on multiple devices, so you can practice on the go! The program allows you to categorize the cards by how well you know the information, presenting cards you are less familiar with more frequently and helping you learn more quickly!
Chinese, French, German, Italian, Russian, Spanish
Grammar and Vocabulary, Teaching and Tutoring
Anki - Flashcards
Anki is a free program that allows you to create your own flashcards from which to study vocabulary, conjugations, or grammar. Flashcards can be downloaded from Quizlet, and Anki can be used on multiple devices, so you can practice on the go! The program allows you to categorize the cards by how well you know the information, presenting cards you are less familiar with more frequently and helping you learn more quickly!Format: Link
Types: Grammar and Vocabulary, Teaching and Tutoring
Subjects: Chinese, French, German, Italian, Russian, Spanish
Institute: Bard Undergraduate
Classifications: A1–A2, B1–B2, C1–C2
Create your own fill-in-the blank worksheets quickly.
Chinese, French, Italian
Teaching and Tutoring
Worksheet Builder
Create your own fill-in-the blank worksheets quickly.Format: Link
Types: Teaching and Tutoring
Subjects: Chinese, French, Italian
Institute: Bard Undergraduate
Classifications: A1–A2, B1–B2
Tour Builder is a tool to tell a story. It is new way to show people the places you've visited (literally, : virtually or in a text) and the experiences you had along the way using Google Earth. It lets you pick the : locations right on the map, add in photos, text, and video, and then share your creation.
Chinese, Italian
Teaching and Tutoring
Tourbuilder
Tour Builder is a tool to tell a story. It is new way to show people the places you've visited (literally, : virtually or in a text) and the experiences you had along the way using Google Earth. It lets you pick the : locations right on the map, add in photos, text, and video, and then share your creation.Format: Link
Types: Teaching and Tutoring
Subjects: Chinese, Italian
Institute: Bard Undergraduate
Classifications: A1–A2, B1–B2, C1–C2
Pronunciation of Pinyin Syllables (in MP3)
Chinese
Teaching and Tutoring
Pronunciation of Pinyin Syllables (in MP3)
Pronunciation of Pinyin Syllables (in MP3)Format: Link
Types: Teaching and Tutoring
Subject: Chinese
Institute: Bard Undergraduate
Classification: A1–A2
A great collection of class and internet activities, and pdf worksheets and on line exercises. Can also use this website to create Filling the Blank Chinese Worksheet or Fill in the Missing Strokes Chinese Worksheets, etc. It has many Chinese specific worksheet generators.
Chinese
Teaching and Tutoring
Chinese Worksheet Builder
A great collection of class and internet activities, and pdf worksheets and on line exercises. Can also use this website to create Filling the Blank Chinese Worksheet or Fill in the Missing Strokes Chinese Worksheets, etc. It has many Chinese specific worksheet generators.Format: Link
Types: Teaching and Tutoring
Subject: Chinese
Institute: Bard Undergraduate
Classifications: A1–A2, B1–B2, C1–C2
It is important to write Chinese characters properly from the beginning. Once you get bad habits, it is very hard to correct them later. Arch Chinese offers unique, innovative character worksheet and word worksheet to help you learn how to write them correctly and beautifully. You can generate handwriting worksheets quickly by entering (or copy & paste) Chinese characters into the Chinese character box and press the Generate Worksheets button. You can enter both simplified and traditional characters into the character box. The English definition and Pinyin will be pulled from our built-in Chinese-english dictionary. You can customize them as needed before you press the Generate Worksheets button.
Chinese
Teaching and Tutoring
Chinese Character worksheet
It is important to write Chinese characters properly from the beginning. Once you get bad habits, it is very hard to correct them later. Arch Chinese offers unique, innovative character worksheet and word worksheet to help you learn how to write them correctly and beautifully. You can generate handwriting worksheets quickly by entering (or copy & paste) Chinese characters into the Chinese character box and press the Generate Worksheets button. You can enter both simplified and traditional characters into the character box. The English definition and Pinyin will be pulled from our built-in Chinese-english dictionary. You can customize them as needed before you press the Generate Worksheets button.Format: Link
Types: Teaching and Tutoring
Subject: Chinese
Institute: Bard Undergraduate
Classifications: A1–A2, B1–B2
The app help students to learn the rules of pinyin (both showing strategies and letting student to spell).
Chinese
Teaching and Tutoring
Pinyin Learning App
The app help students to learn the rules of pinyin (both showing strategies and letting student to spell).Format: Link
Types: Teaching and Tutoring
Subject: Chinese
Institute: Bard Undergraduate
Classifications: A1–A2, B1–B2
Pinyin Pronunciation Learning Video in English
Chinese
Teaching and Tutoring
Pinyin Pronunciation Learning Video in English
Pinyin Pronunciation Learning Video in EnglishFormat: Link
Types: Teaching and Tutoring
Subject: Chinese
Institute: Bard Undergraduate
Classification: A1–A2