The differences between “xiǎng” and “xiǎng yào”
The Chinese words 想 and 想要 can seem very similar, which makes them difficult to use properly. They do have distinct meanings and uses though.
Read MoreHow to use “pèng”, “pèng jiàn” and “pèng shàng” in Chinese
This article will look at three related but distinct words in Chinese: 碰, 碰见 and 碰上.
Read MoreHow to use “suǒ” in Chinese
The character "所" has a few different uses. In this article we will look at its use as a structural particle.
Read MoreMei Fong: Indelible influence of China’s one-child policy
The one-child policy itself remains a monument to official callousness, and Fong's book pays moving testimony to the suffering and forbearance of its victims.
Read MoreNepal cancels 15-day visa fee for Chinese visitors
Arriving at Kathmandu airport, travelers must to pay $25 for a 15-day visa. Starting in 2016, Chinese arrivals no longer have to pay this fee.
Read MoreLong way to go before China’s film industry goes global
But to compete with Hollywood, China will have to start exporting its films around the world. For China, at least for now, those are lofty goals that are far, far away.
Read More30 catchy Chinese proverbs fit well in English counterparts
If you try to learn Chinese phrases with their vivid English translations or counterparts, it is quite easy to take them down. Check out these 30 examples in this post.
Read MoreThings we should know about Major Cold
Major Cold is the last solar term in winter and also the last solar term in the annual lunar calendar. In this period, snow, rain and icy cold weather exert a big influence on people's lives.
Read MoreTraditions of Great Cold
'Great Cold', the last solar term in 24 solar terms, comes around January 20 each year.
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