How does “任性” go viral online?
任性 conjures up a strong-willed, unrestrained, and do-as-I-please attitude, perhaps bordering on capriciousness; neither had much to do with the other until a strange event in 2014 when a man surnamed Liu spent 1,760 RMB on a health supplement.
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5 Chinese phrases for dining
The next time you are out with Chinese friends, try one of these top 5 phrases that come in handy during eating. You will probably raise some eyebrows.
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Sorry” or “excuse me”? Apologies in Chinese
The four words 对不起, 请问, 麻烦你 and 劳驾 can be a stumbling block for people learning Chinese, as they seem to have similar meanings. Here are the correct uses of them.
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Simple ideograms in Chinese characters
In this article, we will look at simple ideograms in Chinese characters.
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Music time! Enjoy “嘀嗒” by Kan Kan
If you've ever been to the Old Town in Lijiang (it's almost a requirement for China tourism), you'll remember its little winding streets. Part of that for many people is the song 滴答 by the singer 侃侃 (KanKan).
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KFC to expand in China with its 1st outlet in Tibet in 2016
KFC is expected to open its first restaurant in Tibet next year, as part of a regional push that will see it expand in China.
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What makes you one of the “啃老族”?
啃老族 (kěn lǎo zú) (NEET, abbreviation for Not in Employment, Education or Training), refers to those young people who are adults with working abilities but still live off their parents.
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10 must-try food in Shanghai
Here we present you with the very best foods to try whilst in Shanghai.
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Use “聚” to propose a quick gathering
Life is busy. Sometimes you just have an hour or two spare to see your friends. So how do you propose a quick catch-up in Chinese? Instead of using 见面 (jiànmiàn) or 见 (jiàn) (to meet, to see), try 聚 (jù) (to get together).
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Sales of condoms & sportswear rise as smog thickens in China
While it is easy to imagine a sharp rise in online orders for anti-pollution products on smoggy days, a boom in the sales of condoms and sports-wear might be a little unexpected.
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