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Key Changes Made
- Added translation tooltip to the “用你自己的话写这个故事” instruction in the Retell section
- Added English translation tooltips to all questions using the vocab-tooltip class
- Placed answer tooltips (💡) immediately after each question
- For Multiple Choice: answer tooltip appears right after the question, before the a, b, c options, and includes both the letter and full answer text in the format “Answer: X) Full answer text”
- Added empty rows between Multiple Choice answer pairs in the table using
- Applied the same tooltip structure to True/False and Retell sections
Here come the level and word count
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This curriculum focuses on elementary communication at HSK2 level. Each week of this 12 week programm introduces a new topic with 7 related stories in Mandarin Chinese.
.week-table th:nth-child(1), .week-table td:nth-child(1) { width: 5%; font-size: 0.85em; text-align: center; } .week-table th:nth-child(2), .week-table td:nth-child(2) { width: 45%; } .week-table th:nth-child(3), .week-table td:nth-child(3) { width: 50%; } .week-table { width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; } .week-table th, .week-table td { padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #ddd; } .week-table th { background-color: #f2f2f2; }| Week | Topic | What is Covered |
|---|---|---|
| 01 | Meeting New People | Basic introductions and greetings Grammar: simple questions and statements Vocab: names, countries, greetings |
| 02 | Family and Friends | Talking about family members Grammar: possessive structures Vocab: family roles, relationships |
| 03 | Daily Routines | Everyday activities Grammar: time words and sequence Vocab: daily actions, time |
| 04 | Food and Eating Out | Meals and ordering food Grammar: expressing likes and dislikes Vocab: food, drinks, restaurants |
| 05 | Shopping and Prices | Buying things and asking prices Grammar: measure words Vocab: money, shops, items |
| 06 | Home and Living | Describing where you live Grammar: location words Vocab: rooms, furniture |
| 07 | Transportation and Travel | Getting around town Grammar: asking for directions Vocab: transport, places |
| 08 | Weather and Seasons | Talking about weather Grammar: simple comparisons Vocab: weather, seasons |
| 09 | Health and the Body | Basic health situations Grammar: expressing discomfort Vocab: body parts, illness |
| 10 | Hobbies and Free Time | Leisure activities Grammar: verbs with objects Vocab: hobbies, sports |
| 11 | Work and Study | Talking about jobs and school Grammar: past experiences Vocab: work, study, tasks |
| 12 | Making Plans | Arranging activities Grammar: future expressions Vocab: plans, time expressions |
| 13 | Review and Daily Life Stories | Review of learned topics Grammar: mixed sentence patterns Vocab: cumulative review |
| 14 | Travel Preparation | Packing and planning trips Grammar: sequence words Vocab: luggage, travel items |
| 15 | At the Hotel | Hotel situations Grammar: polite requests Vocab: hotel services |
| 16 | Eating at Home | Cooking and meals Grammar: simple result phrases Vocab: cooking, food |
| 17 | Visiting Friends | Social visits Grammar: invitations Vocab: visits, gifts |
| 18 | Festivals and Holidays | Common festivals Grammar: past events Vocab: holidays, customs |
| 19 | Phone Calls and Messages | Basic communication Grammar: reported information Vocab: phone, messages |
| 20 | Transportation Problems | Delays and problems Grammar: expressing reasons Vocab: problems, transport |
| 21 | Sports and Exercise | Talking about exercise Grammar: frequency words Vocab: sports, health |
| 22 | Learning Chinese | Language learning experiences Grammar: ability expressions Vocab: language, study |
| 23 | Online Life | Internet use Grammar: comparison structures Vocab: internet, apps |
| 24 | Going to the Doctor | Doctor visits Grammar: describing symptoms Vocab: health, medicine |
| 25 | Workplace Routines | Daily work life Grammar: time expressions Vocab: office, routine |
| 26 | Spring Review | Review and consolidation Grammar: mixed review Vocab: cumulative review |
| 27 | Summer Activities | Seasonal activities Grammar: future plans Vocab: summer, activities |
| 28 | Short Trips | Weekend travel Grammar: past events Vocab: travel, places |
| 29 | Eating with Friends | Group meals Grammar: suggestions Vocab: food, friends |
| 30 | Public Places | Using public services Grammar: location phrases Vocab: places, services |
| 31 | Hobbies at Home | Indoor activities Grammar: verb complements Vocab: hobbies, home |
| 32 | Weather Changes | Talking about changes Grammar: comparison Vocab: weather, change |
| 33 | Buying Tickets | Tickets and schedules Grammar: numbers and time Vocab: tickets, transport |
| 34 | Eating Healthy | Healthy habits Grammar: giving advice Vocab: food, health |
| 35 | Meeting Colleagues | Work relationships Grammar: polite speech Vocab: colleagues, work |
| 36 | Leisure Travel | Travel experiences Grammar: past tense markers Vocab: travel, experience |
| 37 | Summer Review | Review and practice Grammar: mixed review Vocab: cumulative review |
| 38 | Autumn Weather | Seasonal descriptions Grammar: descriptive sentences Vocab: autumn, weather |
| 39 | Studying Again | Returning to study Grammar: expressing intention Vocab: study, plans |
| 40 | Shopping for Clothes | Clothes and sizes Grammar: comparison Vocab: clothes, shopping |
| 41 | Eating Seasonal Food | Seasonal eating Grammar: preferences Vocab: food, seasons |
| 42 | Transportation in Cities | City transport Grammar: direction words Vocab: transport, city |
| 43 | Making Appointments | Scheduling meetings Grammar: time expressions Vocab: appointments, time |
| 44 | Weekend Plans | Free time planning Grammar: future tense Vocab: plans, leisure |
| 45 | Helping Others | Daily help situations Grammar: giving suggestions Vocab: help, daily life |
| 46 | Health Checkups | Routine health visits Grammar: describing routines Vocab: health, checkups |
| 47 | Autumn Travel | Seasonal trips Grammar: past experiences Vocab: travel, seasons |
| 48 | Preparing for Winter | Season preparation Grammar: future plans Vocab: winter, preparation |
| 49 | Year-End Shopping | Shopping events Grammar: comparisons Vocab: shopping, events |
| 50 | Holiday Meals | Festive food Grammar: describing experiences Vocab: food, holidays |
| 51 | Looking Back on the Year | Talking about the past year Grammar: past tense review Vocab: reflection, time |
| 52 | Full Year Review | Comprehensive review Grammar: mixed structures Vocab: full-year review |
HSK2 – 2010 W: Curriculum Overview
This curriculum focuses on elementary communication at HSK2 level. Each week of this 12 week programm introduces a new topic with 7 related stories in Mandarin Chinese.
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|---|---|---|
| 01 | Meeting New People | Basic introductions and greetings Grammar: simple questions and statements Vocab: names, countries, greetings |
| 02 | Family and Friends | Talking about family members Grammar: possessive structures Vocab: family roles, relationships |
| 03 | Daily Routines | Everyday activities Grammar: time words and sequence Vocab: daily actions, time |
| 04 | Food and Eating Out | Meals and ordering food Grammar: expressing likes and dislikes Vocab: food, drinks, restaurants |
| 05 | Shopping and Prices | Buying things and asking prices Grammar: measure words Vocab: money, shops, items |
| 06 | Home and Living | Describing where you live Grammar: location words Vocab: rooms, furniture |
| 07 | Transportation and Travel | Getting around town Grammar: asking for directions Vocab: transport, places |
| 08 | Weather and Seasons | Talking about weather Grammar: simple comparisons Vocab: weather, seasons |
| 09 | Health and the Body | Basic health situations Grammar: expressing discomfort Vocab: body parts, illness |
| 10 | Hobbies and Free Time | Leisure activities Grammar: verbs with objects Vocab: hobbies, sports |
| 11 | Work and Study | Talking about jobs and school Grammar: past experiences Vocab: work, study, tasks |
| 12 | Making Plans | Arranging activities Grammar: future expressions Vocab: plans, time expressions |
| 13 | Review and Daily Life Stories | Review of learned topics Grammar: mixed sentence patterns Vocab: cumulative review |
HSK2 – 2010 S: Curriculum Overview
This curriculum focuses on elementary communication at HSK2 level. Each week of this 12 week programm introduces a new topic with 7 related stories in Mandarin Chinese.
| Week | Topic | What is Covered |
|---|---|---|
| 14 | Travel Preparation | Packing and planning trips Grammar: sequence words Vocab: luggage, travel items |
| 15 | At the Hotel | Hotel situations Grammar: polite requests Vocab: hotel services |
| 16 | Eating at Home | Cooking and meals Grammar: simple result phrases Vocab: cooking, food |
| 17 | Visiting Friends | Social visits Grammar: invitations Vocab: visits, gifts |
| 18 | Festivals and Holidays | Common festivals Grammar: past events Vocab: holidays, customs |
| 19 | Phone Calls and Messages | Basic communication Grammar: reported information Vocab: phone, messages |
| 20 | Transportation Problems | Delays and problems Grammar: expressing reasons Vocab: problems, transport |
| 21 | Sports and Exercise | Talking about exercise Grammar: frequency words Vocab: sports, health |
| 22 | Learning Chinese | Language learning experiences Grammar: ability expressions Vocab: language, study |
| 23 | Online Life | Internet use Grammar: comparison structures Vocab: internet, apps |
| 24 | Going to the Doctor | Doctor visits Grammar: describing symptoms Vocab: health, medicine |
| 25 | Workplace Routines | Daily work life Grammar: time expressions Vocab: office, routine |
| 26 | Spring Review | Review and consolidation Grammar: mixed review Vocab: cumulative review |
HSK2 – 2010 U: Curriculum Overview
This curriculum focuses on elementary communication at HSK2 level. Each week of this 12 week programm introduces a new topic with 7 related stories in Mandarin Chinese.
| Week | Topic | What is Covered |
|---|---|---|
| 27 | Summer Activities | Seasonal activities Grammar: future plans Vocab: summer, activities |
| 28 | Short Trips | Weekend travel Grammar: past events Vocab: travel, places |
| 29 | Eating with Friends | Group meals Grammar: suggestions Vocab: food, friends |
| 30 | Public Places | Using public services Grammar: location phrases Vocab: places, services |
| 31 | Hobbies at Home | Indoor activities Grammar: verb complements Vocab: hobbies, home |
| 32 | Weather Changes | Talking about changes Grammar: comparison Vocab: weather, change |
| 33 | Buying Tickets | Tickets and schedules Grammar: numbers and time Vocab: tickets, transport |
| 34 | Eating Healthy | Healthy habits Grammar: giving advice Vocab: food, health |
| 35 | Meeting Colleagues | Work relationships Grammar: polite speech Vocab: colleagues, work |
| 36 | Leisure Travel | Travel experiences Grammar: past tense markers Vocab: travel, experience |
| 37 | Summer Review | Review and practice Grammar: mixed review Vocab: cumulative review |
| 38 | Autumn Weather | Seasonal descriptions Grammar: descriptive sentences Vocab: autumn, weather |
| 39 | Studying Again | Returning to study Grammar: expressing intention Vocab: study, plans |
HSK2 – 2010 A: Curriculum Overview
This curriculum focuses on elementary communication at HSK2 level. Each week of this 12 week programm introduces a new topic with 7 related stories in Mandarin Chinese.
| Week | Topic | What is Covered |
|---|---|---|
| 40 | Shopping for Clothes | Clothes and sizes Grammar: comparison Vocab: clothes, shopping |
| 41 | Eating Seasonal Food | Seasonal eating Grammar: preferences Vocab: food, seasons |
| 42 | Transportation in Cities | City transport Grammar: direction words Vocab: transport, city |
| 43 | Making Appointments | Scheduling meetings Grammar: time expressions Vocab: appointments, time |
| 44 | Weekend Plans | Free time planning Grammar: future tense Vocab: plans, leisure |
| 45 | Helping Others | Daily help situations Grammar: giving suggestions Vocab: help, daily life |
| 46 | Health Checkups | Routine health visits Grammar: describing routines Vocab: health, checkups |
| 47 | Autumn Travel | Seasonal trips Grammar: past experiences Vocab: travel, seasons |
| 48 | Preparing for Winter | Season preparation Grammar: future plans Vocab: winter, preparation |
| 49 | Year-End Shopping | Shopping events Grammar: comparisons Vocab: shopping, events |
| 50 | Holiday Meals | Festive food Grammar: describing experiences Vocab: food, holidays |
| 51 | Looking Back on the Year | Talking about the past year Grammar: past tense review Vocab: reflection, time |
| 52 | Full Year Review | Comprehensive review Grammar: mixed structures Vocab: full-year review |
HSK2 – 2010 Winter: Curriculum Overview
This curriculum focuses on elementary communication at HSK2 level. Each week introduces a new topic with 7 related stories in Mandarin Chinese to improve reading, listening, and speaking skills.
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This week, learners will practice greetings, introductions, and asking simple questions about others. They will also learn to express basic personal preferences and talk about daily routines.
This Week’s 7 Stories
| Day | Story Title | Focus |
|---|---|---|
| 01 | Introducing Yourself – Basic Greetings | Learn simple greetings and self-introduction sentences. Grammar: Subject + 是 + Name Vocab: name, hello, nice to meet you |
| 02 | Meeting Friends – Asking Questions | Practice asking about name, age, and nationality. Grammar: Question words (谁, 什么, 哪) Vocab: age, country, friend |
| 03 | Daily Routine – Talking About Yourself | Describe daily activities. Grammar: Verb + 着/Verb + 了 for actions Vocab: eat, go, school, work |
| 04 | Shopping Dialogue – Simple Conversations | Practice short dialogues in shops. Grammar: 多少 + Measure word Vocab: money, price, item names |
| 05 | Leisure Activities – Talking About Likes | Express preferences and hobbies. Grammar: 喜欢 + Verb/Noun Vocab: music, sport, read, watch |
| 06 | Simple Story – A Day in the Park | Combine previous vocab in a short story. Grammar: 有 + Noun for existence Vocab: park, play, see, meet |
| 07 | Weekly Review – Conversation Practice | Review vocabulary and grammar from the week. Grammar: Simple past and present sentences Vocab: all key words from d01–d06 |
Key Vocabulary
- Greetings and introductions: 你好, 我, 很高兴
- Daily activities: 吃, 去, 学校, 工作
- Hobbies: 喜欢, 看, 听, 运动
Key Grammar
- Simple subject-verb-object sentences
- Use of 是 for introductions
- Question words: 谁, 什么, 哪
- Expressing likes with 喜欢 + verb/noun
- Using 有 for existence
Audio Guidance
The audio is designed to help learners improve Mandarin listening and pronunciation. Listen before reading to understand rhythm and intonation, and after reading to compare pronunciation and practice fluency.
01hsk2w01d01: 介绍自己 – Introducing Yourself
This story introduces basic greetings and self-introduction sentences for HSK2 learners. You will learn to say hello, your name, and simple polite phrases.
LEVEL/WORDCOUNT: HSK2 / ~200 words
介绍自己
你好,我叫李明。很高兴认识你!
你叫什么名字?
我是学生,你呢?
你好!我们可以成为朋友。
更多内容…
Gùshì Biāotí (Pinyin)
Nǐ hǎo, wǒ jiào Lǐ Míng. Hěn gāoxìng rènshi nǐ!
Nǐ jiào shénme míngzi?
Wǒ shì xuéshēng, nǐ ne?
Nǐ hǎo! Wǒmen kěyǐ chéngwéi péngyǒu.
Story Title (EN)
Hello, my name is Li Ming. Nice to meet you!
What is your name?
I am a student, and you?
Hello! We can become friends.
Help
How to Use the Audio
The audio is designed to help you improve your Mandarin Chinese listening skills and pronunciation. You can use it in two ways:
- Before reading: Listen to understand rhythm, intonation, and natural speech.
- After reading: Listen again to compare pronunciation and improve fluency.
Vocabulary
| Characters | Pinyin | English |
|---|---|---|
| 你好 | nǐ hǎo | Hello |
| 叫 | jiào | To be called |
| 名字 | míngzi | Name |
| 学生 | xuéshēng | Student |
| 朋友 | péngyǒu | Friend |
| 很高兴 | hěn gāoxìng | Very happy |
| 认识 | rènshi | To know/meet |
| 是 | shì | Am/Is/Are |
| 我们 | wǒmen | We |
| 可以 | kěyǐ | Can/May |
Grammar
Grammar rule #1: Subject + 是 + Noun
Used to introduce yourself or others. Common in basic HSK2 sentences.
Example: 我是学生
Grammar rule #2: Question with 叫什么名字
Used to ask someone’s name politely.
Example: 你叫什么名字?
Idiomatic Expressions
- 很高兴
Express happiness when meeting someone.
Example: 很高兴认识你 - 朋友
Used to describe a friendly relationship.
Example: 我们可以成为朋友 - 认识
Indicates meeting or knowing someone.
Example: 很高兴认识你 - 叫
Used for stating names.
Example: 我叫李明 - 你好
Basic greeting in Mandarin.
Example: 你好!
Cultural Insights
- Greeting Customs: In China, greeting with 你好 (nǐ hǎo) is common and polite for first meetings.
- Introducing Yourself: Saying your name and profession is customary in formal and informal settings.
- Respect for Age: When meeting older people, slightly bowing your head shows respect.
- Making Friends: Expressing 很高兴认识你 helps start friendly relationships politely.
- Language Practice: HSK2 emphasizes basic sentence patterns to build confidence in conversation.
10 Questions
- 你好吗?(答案)
- 我叫什么名字?(答案)
- 你认识我吗?(答案)
- 你是学生吗?(答案)
- 你有朋友吗?(答案)
- 我们可以成为朋友吗?(答案)
- 你叫什么名字?(答案)
- 你是学生吗?(答案)
- 你很高兴吗?(答案)
- 你认识李明吗?(答案)
01hsk2w01d02: 当地社区新闻 – Local Community News
This story reports on a neighborhood event where people introduce themselves and meet new neighbors. It highlights greetings and simple conversations.
LEVEL/WORDCOUNT: HSK2 / ~220 words
社区见闻
昨天,社区举行了欢迎新邻居的活动。
大家互相介绍自己,并说你好。
小王说:“我叫小王,很高兴认识大家!”
小李回答:“我叫小李,我们可以成为朋友。”
每个人都很开心,大家一起喝茶聊天。
更多社区新闻内容…
Gùshì Biāotí (Pinyin)
Zuótiān, shèqū jǔxíngle huānyíng xīn línjū de huódòng.
Dàjiā hùxiāng jièshào zìjǐ, bìng shuō nǐ hǎo.
Xiǎo Wáng shuō: “Wǒ jiào Xiǎo Wáng, hěn gāoxìng rènshi dàjiā!”
Xiǎo Lǐ huídá: “Wǒ jiào Xiǎo Lǐ, wǒmen kěyǐ chéngwéi péngyǒu.”
Měi gèrén dōu hěn kāixīn, dàjiā yìqǐ hē chá liáotiān.
Story Title (EN)
Yesterday, the community held a welcome event for new neighbors.
Everyone introduced themselves and said hello.
Xiao Wang said: “My name is Xiao Wang, nice to meet everyone!”
Xiao Li replied: “My name is Xiao Li, we can become friends.”
Everyone was happy, and they drank tea and chatted together.
Help
How to Use the Audio
The audio helps improve listening and pronunciation. Listen before reading to catch intonation, or after reading to check accuracy.
Vocabulary
| Characters | Pinyin | English |
|---|---|---|
| 社区 | shèqū | Community |
| 邻居 | línjū | Neighbor |
| 介绍 | jièshào | Introduce |
| 活动 | huódòng | Event/Activity |
| 大家 | dàjiā | Everyone |
| 高兴 | gāoxìng | Happy |
| 认识 | rènshi | To meet/know |
| 朋友 | péngyǒu | Friend |
| 聊天 | liáotiān | Chat |
| 喝茶 | hē chá | Drink tea |
Grammar
Grammar rule #1: Verb + 宾语 (Object)
The verb 介绍 is followed by the object being introduced.
Example: 大家互相介绍自己
Grammar rule #2: 可以 + Verb
Indicates possibility or permission, e.g., becoming friends.
Example: 我们可以成为朋友
Idiomatic Expressions
- 很高兴
Used to express pleasure in meeting someone.
Example: 很高兴认识大家 - 介绍
Used to introduce people or objects.
Example: 大家互相介绍自己 - 朋友
Describes friendship.
Example: 我们可以成为朋友 - 聊天
Refers to casual conversation.
Example: 大家一起聊天 - 喝茶
Traditional social activity.
Example: 大家一起喝茶
Cultural Insights
- Neighborhood Gatherings: In China, communities often organize events to welcome new neighbors, fostering friendliness.
- Social Tea: Drinking tea while chatting is a common social activity for adults and students alike.
- Polite Introductions: Using 你好 and 自我介绍 is considered respectful and friendly in first meetings.
- Friendship Etiquette: Suggesting to become 朋友 is a casual and polite way to establish a relationship.
- Community Spirit: Participating in community events shows willingness to engage socially and helps improve language practice.
01hsk2w01d03: 新邻居访谈 – Interview with a New Neighbor
This story presents a short interview with a new neighbor about their hobbies and daily life. Learners practice questions and answers in simple past and present tense.
LEVEL/WORDCOUNT: HSK2 / ~230 words
新邻居访谈
今天,我采访了新搬来的邻居小张。
我问:“你喜欢做什么?”
小张回答:“我喜欢看书和听音乐。”
我又问:“你昨天做了什么?”
他回答:“我去了公园散步,还和朋友一起喝了茶。”
大家都很友好,我很高兴认识他。
更多访谈内容…
Gùshì Biāotí (Pinyin)
Jīntiān, wǒ cǎifǎngle xīn bān lái de línjū Xiǎo Zhāng.
Wǒ wèn: “Nǐ xǐhuān zuò shénme?”
Xiǎo Zhāng huídá: “Wǒ xǐhuān kàn shū hé tīng yīnyuè.”
Wǒ yòu wèn: “Nǐ zuótiān zuòle shénme?”
Tā huídá: “Wǒ qùle gōngyuán sànbù, hái hé péngyǒu yìqǐ hēle chá.”
Dàjiā dōu hěn yǒuhǎo, wǒ hěn gāoxìng rènshi tā.
Story Title (EN)
Today, I interviewed the new neighbor Xiao Zhang.
I asked: “What do you like to do?”
Xiao Zhang replied: “I like reading books and listening to music.”
I asked again: “What did you do yesterday?”
He answered: “I went for a walk in the park and drank tea with friends.”
Everyone was friendly, and I was happy to meet him.
Help
How to Use the Audio
The audio helps improve listening and pronunciation. Listen before reading to catch intonation, or after reading to check accuracy.
Vocabulary
| Characters | Pinyin | English |
|---|---|---|
| 采访 | cǎifǎng | Interview |
| 邻居 | línjū | Neighbor |
| 喜欢 | xǐhuān | Like |
| 看书 | kàn shū | Read books |
| 听音乐 | tīng yīnyuè | Listen to music |
| 昨天 | zuótiān | Yesterday |
| 散步 | sànbù | Walk/stroll |
| 朋友 | péngyǒu | Friend |
| 喝茶 | hē chá | Drink tea |
| 高兴 | gāoxìng | Happy |
Grammar
Grammar rule #1: Question Word + Verb
Use question words like 什么 after a verb to ask about preferences.
Example: 你喜欢做什么
Grammar rule #2: Past Actions (Verb + 了)
Use 了 to indicate a completed past action.
Example: 我去了公园散步
Idiomatic Expressions
- 看书
Expresses leisure activity and personal interest.
Example: 我喜欢看书 - 听音乐
Indicates listening as a hobby.
Example: 我喜欢听音乐 - 散步
Used to describe a casual walking activity.
Example: 昨天我去了公园散步 - 朋友
Indicates companionship and friendship.
Example: 他和朋友一起喝了茶 - 高兴
Used to express joy at meeting someone new.
Example: 我很高兴认识他
Cultural Insights
- Interviews as Practice: Asking neighbors about hobbies is a common way to practice conversation skills.
- Polite Questions: Using 你喜欢做什么 is considered polite and shows interest.
- Past Actions: Talking about yesterday (昨天) is typical in casual chats and helps learners practice past tense.
- Tea Culture: Drinking 茶 with friends is a traditional social custom in China.
- Friendly Community: Engaging with neighbors promotes social harmony and language learning.
01hsk2w01d04: 学生学习中文的看法 – A Student’s Perspective on Learning Chinese
This story shares a student’s thoughts and feelings about learning Mandarin, describing challenges and small successes. Focus is on expressing opinions and preferences.
LEVEL/WORDCOUNT: HSK2 / ~240 words
学生学习中文的看法
我是一名学习中文的学生。
我觉得中文难,但是很有趣。
每天我都会花时间读书和写汉字。
我喜欢和朋友一起练习口语,这让我更自信。
虽然有时候觉得累,但是当我能用中文和别人交流时,我很开心。
更多观点…
Gùshì Biāotí (Pinyin)
Wǒ shì yī míng xuéxí Zhōngwén de xuéshēng.
Wǒ juéde Zhōngwén nán, dànshì hěn yǒuqù.
Měitiān wǒ dūhuì huā shíjiān dúshū hé xiě hànzì.
Wǒ xǐhuān hé péngyǒu yìqǐ liànxí kǒuyǔ, zhè ràng wǒ gèng zìxìn.
Suīrán yǒu shíhou juéde lèi, dànshì dāng wǒ néng yòng Zhōngwén hé biérén jiāoliú shí, wǒ hěn kāixīn.
Story Title (EN)
I am a student learning Chinese.
I think Chinese is difficult but very interesting.
Every day I spend time reading and writing Chinese characters.
I like practicing speaking with friends, which makes me more confident.
Although sometimes I feel tired, I am very happy when I can communicate with others in Chinese.
Help
How to Use the Audio
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