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Learn Chinese for Beginners: The Ultimate 80-Lesson Course
You learn Chinese minutes into your first lesson. Learn to speak, read and write with 80 video lessons by real teachers.
Created byInnovative Language
Last updated 9/2017
English
What you'll learn
- Read and Write in Chinese
- Sound like a Native Speaker with Pronunciation Lessons
- Participate in Basic Chinese Conversations and Use Daily Phrases
- Understand and Pick Up on Basic Conversations
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Course content
5 sections • 80 lectures • 4h 13m total length
- Introduction to Chinese6:00
In this lesson, you'll learn the reasons why you should start learning Chinese, and how to get started. And why is it called "Super Language"? - Introduction to Chinese Pronunciation7:10
In this lesson, you'll learn the basics of Chinese pronunciation. We'll give you a brief introduction to the Chinese romanization system, demonstrate a few difficult sounds, and then talk about tones in Chinese pronunciation. - Introduction to Chinese Grammar7:48
In this lesson, you'll learn the basics of Chinese grammar. This includes word order, forming a negative sentence and forming a question. - Introduction to Chinese Writing6:55
In this lesson, you'll learn the basics of Chinese writing. We'll discuss the Chinese Characters, Basic Chinese Radicals and Stroke Order. - Basic Bootcamp6:37
In this lesson, we'll focus on teaching you the most useful Chinese words and phrases for absolute beginners! The best phrase to learn when studying a new language is one that expresses gratitude and appreciation. Let's start!
- Introduction to Perfect Chinese Pronunciation3:49
In this series, you'll master Chinese pronunciation. Proper pronunciation is essential in Chinese, and in this series, you'll learn it in a fast, comprehensive, and easy way. And in this first lesson of the series, you'll learn about the building blocks of the Chinese pronunciation system that will help you in future lessons. - Review Questions
- Top 5 Chinese Mistakes to Avoid4:24
In this lesson, you'll learn the top 5 Chinese pronunciation mistakes to avoid. These are common mistakes that students of Chinese tend to make. So pay close attention and make sure that you don't make these same mistakes too. - Review Questions
- Chinese Vowels9:14
In this lesson, you'll learn all Chinese vowels and their variant vowel sounds. a, e, i, o, u With these sounds, you can pronounce any vowel that could possibly appear in Chinese! - Review Questions
- Familiar Consonants, Part 14:52
In this lesson, you'll learn 7 Chinese consonants. f, g, k, l, m, n, ng. These consonant sounds are identical to the ones in English, so they should already be familiar to you. - Review Questions
- Familiar Consonants, Part 25:08
In this lesson, you'll learn 8 Chinese consonants. b, p, s, d, t, w, h, y. These consonant sounds are identical to the ones in English, so they should already be familiar to you. - Review Questions
- New Consonants, Part 16:23
In this lesson, you'll learn 6 Chinese consonants. -r, x, sh, r-, j, q. These consonant sounds do not appear in English, so they'll likely be new to you. Be sure to practice them because these are unique sounds which learners often get wrong! - Review Questions
- New Consonants, Part 24:45
In this lesson, you'll learn 5 Chinese consonants. z, c, zh, ch, yu-. These consonant sounds do not appear in English, so they'll likely be new to you. Be sure to practice them because these are the unique sounds that learners often get wrong! - Review Questions
- The Four Chinese Tones4:12
In this lesson, you'll learn about the tones in Chinese. Tone is the use of pitch to distinguish meaning and it is an integral part of the Chinese language. Just like how mispronouncing a sound or misreading a character can have a huge impact on meaning, using the wrong tone can drastically change the meaning of a word or sentence too. It is therefore crucial that you learn how to use tones correctly. - Review Questions
- Tone Change Rules2:53
In this lesson, you'll learn a few rules which will require you to change the tone of a syllable, in a word or sentence. Pinyin is quite useful for showing you how to pronounce something in Chinese, however it isn't a perfect system. You'll need to learn these rules because it won't be reflected in the pinyin! - Review Questions
- Accent Perfection3:48
You've made it to the last lesson! Do you feel more confident about speaking in Chinese now? In the previous lessons, you've learned all the core elements of Chinese pronunciation. In this lesson, we'll bring everything together and practice making complete sentences in Chinese! - Review Questions
- Self-Introductions3:36
In the last lesson, we learned how to introduce ourselves in Chinese. In this lesson we’re going to learn how to use good manners as we thank people. Zhǔnbèi hǎo le ma? Are you ready? Wǒmen kāishǐ ba ! So let’s start! - Review Questions
- Chinese Manners3:38
In the last lesson, we learned how to introduce ourselves in Chinese. In this lesson we’re going to learn how to use good manners as we thank people. Zhǔnbèi hǎo le ma? Are you ready? Wǒmen kāishǐ ba ! So let’s start! - Review Questions
- Greetings3:02
In the last lesson, we learned how to show gratitude by saying xièxiè. In this lesson we’ll learn some of the most common greetings used in China. Zhǔnbèi hǎo le ma? Are you ready? Wǒmen kāishǐ ba ! so let’s start! - Review Questions
- Do you speak English?4:16
In the last lesson, we learned the most common forms of greetings in Chinese. Do you remember them? In this lesson we’re going to learn a very useful phrase: “Do you speak English?” If you find yourself in a situation where you need assistance in English, this phrase can be a lifesaver. - Review Questions
- Making Apologies3:28
In the last lesson, we learned the phrase “Nǐ huì shuō Yīngyǔ ma?”. "Do you speak English?" We mentioned the word qǐngwèn, which means "excuse me" in formal Chinese. But this isn’t the only way to say excuse me or I’m sorry in Chinese. You’ll have to use different words in different situations. Don’t worry. It will be very easy. - Review Questions
- Numbers 1-103:41
In the last lesson, we learned some words used when apologizing in Chinese, including Qǐngwèn and bù hǎo yìsi. In this lesson we are going to learn numbers in Chinese. Yes, numbers! shùzì! From one to ten. And you are going to learn them in only three minutes, sān fēnzhōng ! - Review Questions
- Numbers 11-1006:27
In the last lesson, we learned the numbers from one to ten. And now let’s continue from eleven to one hundred in just three minutes. - Review Questions
- How Much?3:02
In the last lesson we learned how to count in Chinese. We hope you spent some time practicing numbers, because they will come in handy for this lesson. We’re going to learn how to go shopping in China! Before we go, you need to know how to say “How much is this? - Review Questions
- Currency3:08
In the last lesson we learned the phrase zhège duō shǎo qián ?’’How much is it?’’ In this lesson let’s see how we could answer that question by counting Renminbi （RMB）.in Chinese. In China the currency is the RMB. Please pay attention to this word's pronunciation. - Review Questions
- Making Plans3:06
In the last lesson we learned how to count money. Did you go shopping? Or, did you practice at home? In this lesson, we're going to learn some useful tips for talking about your schedule - for example, if a friend asks you "What are you doing this weekend?" - Review Questions
- What is Your Nationality?3:44
In the last lesson, we learned how to talk about your plans. In this lesson, we will discuss how to talk about your nationality. When you meet a new person in China, they might ask you Nǐ shì nǎlǐ rén? Which is the equivalent of "Where do you come from?" So, how will you answer? - Review Questions
- Where Are You?3:12
In the last lesson, we learned how to talk about nationality. In this lesson, we are going to learn how to talk about location, to say things like "I am in the street" or "He is in the room", so let’s go! - Review Questions
- Talking About Your Age3:10
In the last lesson, we learned how to tell people your location. In this lesson, we are going to learn one easy sentence to talk about your age. - Review Questions
- Talking about Possessions3:37
In the last lesson, we learned how to talk about age. In this lesson, we are going to learn how to use the verb yǒu, “to have.” to talk about things you own. - Review Questions
- Going Without in China3:59
In our previous lessons, we learned how to use the verb yǒu and shì. In this lesson, we’re going to learn how to turn them into their negative forms in order to say "I don't have." and “I am not”. - Review Questions
- Chinese Adjectives3:52
In the last lesson, we learned how to use a verb in the negative form. In this lesson, we will start to learn about Chinese adjectives and how to use them properly. You will see that for adjectives, things in Chinese are just as easy as in English. - Review Questions
- Taking a Holiday3:45
In the last lesson, we learned how to use Chinese adjectives easily. In this lesson we will start a series of lessons dedicated to the most common Chinese verbs, the ones you will certainly hear all the time! - Review Questions
- What are you going to do?4:22
In the last lesson, we learned how to use the verb qù which means "to go" in Chinese. In this lesson, we will continue our lesson series dedicated to common Chinese verbs. - Review Questions
- Do You Like Chinese food?3:05
In the last lesson, we learned how to use the verb zuò, which means "to do" in Chinese. In this lesson, we will learn how to use xǐhuān, a very romantic Chinese verb, which is also the third verb in our series dedicated to the most common Chinese verbs. - Review Questions
- Taking a Trip with Friends3:49
In the last lesson, we learned how to use the verb xǐhuān. In this lesson, we will learn how to use lái, the fourth verb in our series dedicated to the most common Chinese verbs. Lái means "to come" in Chinese, and we use it a lot! So let’s go! - Review Questions
- Asking “What” in Chinese3:24
In the last lesson, we learned how to use the verb lái. In this lesson, we will jump into our lessons dedicated to interrogative words in Chinese. Our first one will be the one that is most commonly used to ask a question, but also one of the most difficult in Chinese, and that is the one used to say "What." You’ll see that there are many ways to translate it in Chinese. - Review Questions
- Asking "Where" in Chinese3:40
In the last lesson, we learned how to ask "What" questions in Chinese. This time, we are going to ask questions using the interrogative word "Where?" - Review Questions
- Asking “When” in Chinese4:17
In the last lesson, we learned how to ask "Where" questions in Chinese. This time, we’re going to ask "When" questions. Let’s go! - Review Questions
- Asking "Who" in Chinese3:25
In the last lesson, we learned how to ask "When" questions in Chinese. This time, we are going to ask questions with the interrogative word "Who?" Imagine you want to ask your friend who the attractive girl just behind him is. What will you say? - Review Questions
- Asking "Why" in Chinese2:31
In the last lesson, we learned how to ask "Who" questions in Chinese. This time, we are going to ask questions with the interrogative word "Why?" Imagine your boss is giving you a call because you are not at work today. . . He will certainly ask you Nǐ wèishénme bù lái bàngōngshì ? What does it mean? - Review Questions
- At a Chinese Bookstore1:40
In this lesson, listen to a conversation set in a bookstore. Look at the image, listen to the question, listen to the dialogue and answer the question. Learn new vocabularies too! This is perfect for absolute beginners. - Review Questions
- At a Chinese Restaurant1:30
In this lesson, listen to a conversation set in a restaurant. Look at the image, listen to the question, listen to the dialogue and answer the question. Learn new vocabularies too! This is perfect for absolute beginners. - Review Questions
- Calling the Chinese Doctor's Office1:25
In this lesson, listen to a phone call to the doctor's office. Look at the image, listen to the question, listen to the dialogue and answer the question. Learn new vocabularies too! This is perfect for absolute beginners. - Review Questions
- Reading a Chinese Journal1:18
In this lesson, listen to a journal entry being read out loud. Look at the image, listen to the question, listen to the dialogue and answer the question. Learn new vocabularies too! This is perfect for absolute beginners. - Review Questions
- Looking at a Photograph from China1:26
In this lesson, listen to a conversation about a photograph. Look at the image, listen to the question, listen to the dialogue and answer the question. Learn new vocabularies too! This is perfect for absolute beginners. - Review Questions
- Seeing a Movie in China1:54
In this lesson, listen to a conversation about going to the movies. Look at the image, listen to the question, listen to the dialogue and answer the question. Learn new vocabularies too! This is perfect for absolute beginners. - Review Questions
- Shopping for a Shirt in China1:55
In this lesson, listen to a conversation about buying a shirt. Look at the image, listen to the question, listen to the dialogue and answer the question. Learn new vocabularies too! This is perfect for absolute beginners. - Review Questions
- Ordering a Burger in chinese1:33
In this lesson, listen to a conversation set in a burger shop. Look at the image, listen to the question, listen to the dialogue and answer the question. Learn new vocabularies too! This is perfect for absolute beginners. - Review Questions
- Baking a Cake in China1:45
In this lesson, listen to a conversation about baking a cake. Look at the image, listen to the question, listen to the dialogue and answer the question. Learn new vocabularies too! This is perfect for absolute beginners. - Review Questions
- Making Plans for the Day in Chinese1:55
In this lesson, listen to a conversation about making plans. Look at the image, listen to the question, listen to the dialogue and answer the question. Learn new vocabularies too! This is perfect for absolute beginners. - Review Questions
- Getting Help from the Teacher in China2:10
In this lesson, listen to a conversation between a student and a teacher. Look at the image, listen to the question, listen to the dialogue and answer the question. Learn new vocabularies too! This is perfect for absolute beginners. - Review Questions
- Ordering Lunch at a Restaurant in China1:42
In this lesson, listen to a conversation set in a restaurant. Look at the image, listen to the question, listen to the dialogue and answer the question. Learn new vocabularies too! This is perfect for absolute beginners. - Review Questions
- Choosing a Place to Wait in China1:40
In this lesson, listen to aconversation about choosing a place to wait. Look at the image, listen to the question, listen to the dialogue and answer the question. Learn new vocabularies too! This is perfect for absolute beginners. - Review Questions
- Talking About Vacation Plans in Chinese1:56
In this lesson, listen to aconversation about making vacation plans. Look at the image, listen to the question, listen to the dialogue and answer the question. Learn new vocabularies too! This is perfect for absolute beginners. - Review Questions
- Talking About Breakfast in Chinese1:47
In this lesson, listen to a conversation about breakfast. Look at the image, listen to the question, listen to the dialogue and answer the question. Learn new vocabularies too! This is perfect for absolute beginners. - Review Questions
- Finding What You Want at a Department Store in China1:45
In this lesson, listen to a conversation set in a department store. Look at the image, listen to the question, listen to the dialogue and answer the question. Learn new vocabularies too! This is perfect for absolute beginners. - Review Questions
- Talking About your Age in Chinese1:43
In this lesson, listen to a conversation about age. Look at the image, listen to the question, listen to the dialogue and answer the question. Learn new vocabularies too! This is perfect for absolute beginners. - Review Questions
- Shopping at a Boutique in China1:58
In this lesson, listen to a conversation set in a clothing boutique. Look at the image, listen to the question, listen to the dialogue and answer the question. Learn new vocabularies too! This is perfect for absolute beginners. - Review Questions
- Talking About a Party in Chinese1:48
In this lesson, listen to a conversation about who's attending a party. Look at the image, listen to the question, listen to the dialogue and answer the question. Learn new vocabularies too! This is perfect for absolute beginners. - Review Questions
- Arranging Furniture in a Room1:42
In this lesson, listen to a conversation about arranging furniture in a room. Look at the image, listen to the question, listen to the dialogue and answer the question. Learn new vocabularies too! This is perfect for absolute beginners. - Review Questions
- At the Jewelry Store in China2:24
Listen to a conversation in a jewelry store. This Chinese Listening Comprehension Series tests you on your listening and makes sure you understand every word. Plus, you'll learn new words and phrases. Perfect for Beginners! - Review Questions
- Rearranging the Office in China2:08
Listen to a conversation about rearranging an office. This Chinese Listening Comprehension Series tests you on your listening and makes sure you understand every word. Plus, you'll learn new words and phrases. Perfect for Beginners! - Review Questions
- Getting Some Groceries in China2:19
Listen to a conversation about grocery shopping. This Chinese Listening Comprehension Series tests you on your listening and makes sure you understand every word. Plus, you'll learn new words and phrases. Perfect for Beginners! - Review Questions
- Listening to a Chinese Forecast1:27
Listen to a weather report. This Chinese Listening Comprehension Series tests you on your listening and makes sure you understand every word. Plus, you'll learn new words and phrases. Perfect for Beginners! - Review Questions
- Discussing a New Design in Chinese2:08
Listen to a conversation about redesigning a business card. This Chinese Listening Comprehension Series tests you on your listening and makes sure you understand every word. Plus, you'll learn new words and phrases. Perfect for Beginners! - Review Questions
- Getting Chinese Directions2:01
Listen to a conversation about getting directions. This Chinese Listening Comprehension Series tests you on your listening and makes sure you understand every word. Plus, you'll learn new words and phrases. Perfect for Beginners! - Review Questions
- Choosing a Drink in China1:58
Listen to a conversation about choosing drinks for a meeting. This Chinese Listening Comprehension Series tests you on your listening and makes sure you understand every word. Plus, you'll learn new words and phrases. Perfect for Beginners! - Review Questions
- Shopping for a Computer in China2:16
Listen to a conversation set in a computer store. This Chinese Listening Comprehension Series tests you on your listening and makes sure you understand every word. Plus, you'll learn new words and phrases. Perfect for Beginners! - Review Questions
- Talking About Your Schedule in Chinese1:56
Listen to a conversation about a travel schedule. This Chinese Listening Comprehension Series tests you on your listening and makes sure you understand every word. Plus, you'll learn new words and phrases. Perfect for Beginners! - Review Questions
- Ordering a Pizza in Chinese2:05
Listen to a conversation about ordering pizza. This Chinese Listening Comprehension Series tests you on your listening and makes sure you understand every word. Plus, you'll learn new words and phrases. Perfect for Beginners! - Review Questions
- Asking about a Restaurant's Opening Hours in Chinese2:14
Listen to a conversation about a restaurant's opening hours. This Chinese Listening Comprehension Series tests you on your listening and makes sure you understand every word. Plus, you'll learn new words and phrases. Perfect for Beginners! - Review Questions
- Choosing a Delivery Time in China2:18
Listen to a conversation about choosing a delivery time. This Chinese Listening Comprehension Series tests you on your listening and makes sure you understand every word. Plus, you'll learn new words and phrases. Perfect for Beginners! - Review Questions
- Talking About Medicines in Chinese2:03
Listen to a conversation about when and which medicines to take for an illness. This Chinese Listening Comprehension Series tests you on your listening and makes sure you understand every word. Plus, you'll learn new words and phrases. Perfect for Beginners! - Review Questions
- Talking About Your Family in Chinese2:35
Listen to a conversation about someone's family. This Chinese Listening Comprehension Series tests you on your listening and makes sure you understand every word. Plus, you'll learn new words and phrases. Perfect for Beginners! - Review Questions
- Choosing a Pair of Glasses in China2:30
Listen to a conversation about choosing a pair of glasses. This Chinese Listening Comprehension Series tests you on your listening and makes sure you understand every word. Plus, you'll learn new words and phrases. Perfect for Beginners! - Review Questions
- Rescheduling a Dentist Appointment in China2:41
Listen to a conversation about changing a dentist appointment. This Chinese Listening Comprehension Series tests you on your listening and makes sure you understand every word. Plus, you'll learn new words and phrases. Perfect for Beginners! - Review Questions
- Finding A Friend's Apartment in China2:16
Listen to a conversation about locating a friend's apartment. This Chinese Listening Comprehension Series tests you on your listening and makes sure you understand every word. Plus, you'll learn new words and phrases. Perfect for Beginners! - Review Questions
- Renting a DVD in China2:04
Listen to a conversation about renting DVDs. This Chinese Listening Comprehension Series tests you on your listening and makes sure you understand every word. Plus, you'll learn new words and phrases. Perfect for Beginners! - Review Questions
- What Time is it Now in China?2:07
Listen to a conversation about the time. This Chinese Listening Comprehension Series tests you on your listening and makes sure you understand every word. Plus, you'll learn new words and phrases. Perfect for Beginners! - Review Questions
- Choosing a Seat on a Flight in China2:20
Listen to a conversation about choosing a seat on a plane. This Chinese Listening Comprehension Series tests you on your listening and makes sure you understand every word. Plus, you'll learn new words and phrases. Perfect for Beginners! - Review Questions
Requirements
- No Prerequisite Knowledge of Chinese Needed
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Description
Are you ready to start speaking, writing and understanding Chinese in minutes? Then, this is the course for you. You unlock 80 high-quality beginner video lessons and we’ll guide you step-by-step.
Learn Chinese with lessons made by real teachers.
In every lesson, we take you by the hand and guide you through the language.
You will...
- Learn How to Read and Write Chinese
- Sound like a Native Speaker with Pronunciation Lessons
- Learn Basic Chinese Conversation Skills with the 3-Minute Video Series
- Sharpen Your Listening with Comprehension Lessons
- Get Access to 80 High-Definition Video Lessons
- Unlock Bonus Access to Lesson Transcripts and Vocabulary Lists
This is the ultimate starting point for any beginner.
By the end, you’ll be able to hold basic Chinese conversations – such as introducing yourself, asking for directions and making small talk with others. You’ll also know how to read and write in Chinese.
If you’re a beginner and want to learn Chinese in the fastest, easiest and most fun way, start here. This course is broken up into 5 parts:
- Introduction to Chinese: Want to learn Chinese? Don't know where to start? This is it. The Introduction to Chinese Video series is perfect for those who know zero Chinese but want to take that first step. In this 5-lesson series, you'll learn all about the Chinese language, as well as grammar, writing and phrases to get you started.
- Ultimate Chinese Pronunciation Guide: Ready to sound like a native Chinese speaker? Join Alisha and Ilaria in the Ultimate Chinese Pronunciation Series! In these 25 video lessons, you'll learn the ins and outs of perfect Chinese pronunciation. You'll learn the common mistakes learners make, how to avoid them, and the nuances that only native speakers are aware of.
- Learn Chinese in Three Minutes: Learn Basic Chinese with Consuelo in this 25 video lesson series. These easy to follow, 3-minute lessons will teach you how to introduce yourself, order in a restaurant, get around Italy and much more! Each lesson comes with a special tip from Consuelo on how to act and sound like a native.
- Chinese Listening Comprehension for Absolute Beginners: Improve your Chinese listening skills in every lesson! This Chinese Listening Comprehension Series tests you on your listening and makes sure you understand every word. Listen to the dialog, watch the video, and answer the questions asked. This video series is perfect for Absolute Beginners.
- Chinese Listening Comprehension for Beginners: Ready to understand even more Chinese? This Chinese Listening Comprehension Series tests you on your listening and makes sure you understand every word. Listen to the dialog, watch the video, and answer the questions asked. This video series is perfect for Beginner Chinese learners or those looking to reach a Beginner level.
Who this course is for:
- Absolute Beginners of Chinese