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2025: The Year of the Snake – A Guide for Chinese Learners

YANFENG ZHAO | JANUARY 26, 2025

Explore the cultural richness of 2025, the Year of the Snake, and enhance your Chinese language skills with our insightful guide. Perfect for learners eager to embrace new challenges and traditions.

Black Myth (Wukong) is More Than Just a Game

TANNER BRADEN | NOVEMBER 27, 2024

Step into the world of Black Myth: Wukong, a stunning action RPG inspired by the legendary tale Journey to the West. Follow the adventures of Sun Wukong, the Monkey King, as the game blends breathtaking visuals, thrilling combat, and rich Chinese mythology. Uncover the cultural roots behind the story, iconic characters, and timeless themes that make this game a masterpiece of storytelling.

Driving Through Dynasties: The Cultural Roadmap of Chinese EV brand-BYD

YANFENG ZHAO | JUNE 22, 2024

Discover how BYD, a Chinese EV leader, blends ancient dynastic names with cutting-edge technology, redefining global automotive culture.

2024: Unveiling the Year of the Green Dragon

YANFENG ZHAO | FEBRUARY 04, 2024

2024 marks the rare "Year of the Green Dragon" in the Chinese zodiac. This blog explores the significance of dragons in Chinese culture, including idioms and notable figures who embody the dragon's spirit.

Navigate China with Ease: 60 Beginner Phrases for Everyday Mandarin

YANFENG ZHAO | NOVEMBER 07, 2023

If you’re itching to say more than just 你好 (nǐ hǎo) at your local dim sum spot, or want to impress with more than 谢谢 (xiè xie) at the end of a business meeting, this article is for you!

A Taste of Home: My Encounter with Chinese Food in America

YANFENG ZHAO | JANUARY 23, 2023

A funny and insightful story of a native Chinese person's first experience with Chinese food in America.

Coping with COVID-19: Three Wuxia names go viral in China

YANFENG ZHAO | JANUARY 04, 2023

Learn how the COVID-19 pandemic has brought unexpected fame to classical martial art characters 杨康 (yáng kāng) and 杨过 (yáng guò).

2022 - Year of the (Water) Tiger

TANNER BRADEN | MARCH 28, 2022

Learn all about the Year of the Tiger in the Chinese Zodiac and Chinese culture.

25 Common Chinese Idioms You Should Know - Part 2

TANNER BRADEN | MARCH 24, 2022

Learn how to use five of the most common Chinese idioms: 小心翼翼, 爱不释手, 迫不及待, 知足常乐, and 丢三落四.

25 Common Chinese Idioms You Should Know - Part 1

TANNER BRADEN | MARCH 23, 2022

Learn how to use five of the most common Chinese idioms: 半途而废, 不可思议, 废寝忘食, 东张西望, and 不相上下.

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