Yoyo Chinese Blog

Learning about a country's heroes gives you a peek into its culture and values. Learn why these figures (historical and fictional) are so important in Chinese culture.

If you don't get your tones right, you might end up telling people you want to see some chest hair (xiōng máo) instead of some pandas (xióng māo). See 8 other hilarious ways you can embarrass yourself with the wrong Chinese tones.

Health trends like Yoga and wheat grass drinks are all the rage in the West, but what do Chinese people do in the name of health? Read about practices that have been around for centuries and are still commonly used today.

What do you need to know when you go shopping in China? Learn tips for bargaining and what to expect when you're there.

China has a number of world-class sports teams... except in soccer. Find out why one of the most popular sports in China has the worst national team.

Runny nose? Fever? Acne? These can be signs that your yin and yang are out of balance. Here are some recipes to help restore that balance.

There are plenty of things that can only be found in China, but here are the ones that made our top 8.

See what kind of pitfalls you should avoid when picking a Chinese name by hearing it from someone whose gone through it all!

There's a lot that goes into choosing a Chinese name. If you're picking one for yourself, here are some important tips to remember so you don't end up with one that's unlucky or inappropriate!

When compared to most Westerners, Chinese people have very different expectations when it comes to their romantic partners. What's dating like from their perspective?