Words can be dangerous
Language is subtle and constantly changing, challenging us to stay abreast of it. That's true for one's native language, but especially so for a second language.
Read MoreLeave better food for mother – Cai Shun
Cai Shun was a man in Runan (today's Henan) of the Han Dynasty. His father died when he was young and he was very pi
Read MoreOne for the ladies! the hottest Chinese male actors according to me
Ugh...everywhere you look, there’s an image of an attractive woman…no matter if you’re on the subway, in a mall, at t
Read More3 reasons foreigners misunderstand China
To be fair, it is not easy to accurately understand China. Many Chinese themselves do not fully understand China despite their cultural advantages and local knowledge.
Read MoreHow to apply for residence permit in China
It is not your visa but your residence permit that gives you the right to live in China. Upon arrival in China, you have 30 days to obtain your residence permit.
Read MoreHow old are you?”
How Old Are You?" is one of those questions which is considered taboo when asked of anyone with wrinkles on their face (or other bodily locations). It is generally considered more taboo to ask a woman than a man.
Read MoreHow to use a Chinese calligraphy brush
In fact, writing Chinese characters is simple once you learn the correct stroke order.
Read MoreLearn mandarin from fun sayings
我的优点是:我很帅;但是我的缺点是:我帅的不明显。 Myadvantage is that I am handsome, but my disadvantage is thatthe handsomeness is not so obvious.
Read MoreInvesting in tomorrow’s dialogue
If we consider any of the major issues the global community faces during the remainder of the 21st century, there is no mistaking the fact that China occupies an important seat at the table where solutions must be sought.
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