#Mandarin language

[mapsontheweb]

Literal translations of various country names in Chinese.

by u/languageseu

[muguathepapaya]

Been learning Mandarin Chinese for ten plus years. Feel free to add more tips.

[languageofadreamer]

Chinese/Việt Langblr Introduction

他们好！I'm Birdie or 梦晓 !

I've been studying Mandarin on and off for about 7 years. I started learning in middle school and had the opportunity to visit China during an exchange program in my teen years, and I've been in love with it ever since. I want to be able to be proficient enough to study Chinese media and books.

I picked up Vietnamese after meeting my lovely partner, who is an immigrant from Vietnam. Her language and culture is deeply tied to her, and I want to be able to share that with her. Not to mention their family only speaks Vietnamese, and I want to be able to make a connection and relationship with them without constantly relying on my partner to translate lol.

I'll be uploading mostly my notes and any culture topics that interest me. I'm also a children's librarian, so I may post about that as well!

I tag things by language and then grammar/vocab/culture! My personal posts will be tagged with #birdie+chirps

[chaotic-improver]

1/100 days of productivity

Today I finally finished everything from last semester! I had the two last exams for my Chinese classes, and now I’m free! Well, not really lol. This semester I did a lot better than the one before, but there were still many areas where I could’ve improved. So, to keep track of my progress and motivate me, I decided to start this blog! If you’re also a studyblr account, I’d really love to be mutuals! 💚💛

My goals for the next semester:

📚 turn in all my homework!

📚 get the 75% scholarship

📚 pass HSK5

🫖 eat breakfast on at least 3/5 school days

🫖 drink more tea :)

🫖 drink two monsters per week maximum :(

🪴 waste less time on youtube

🪴 read at least 5 books

🪴 spend more time doing what I love 💚

[fullmetalnihongostudy]

Free Tarot: PAC Boba Tea Pick a Card🧋波霸奶茶

Pick a Card, Order Boba. What energy is immediately flowing your way? (next few weeks)

Strawberry Green Tea with Lychee Jelly from Happy Lemon 🍓 Source

Two of Wands

Over the next few weeks, you are going to be feeling increasingly satisfied and at ease with all parts of the world around you.

Like the figure on the cards holds the world in it's hand, you are enterring a place where you are confidently in your element. Expect to see things slot into place, giving you the chance to look at where you are now and seize your own destiny.

Volcanic Lava Peach Resin Iced Tea from The Whale Tea 🍑 Source

8 of Swords Reversed

This card indicates the end of something unknown which has been troubling you.

Whether it's not knowing the results of something you care about deeply, or the fact that there's been a lingering anxiety you can't pinpoint, this signifies the end of it - showing your troubles lifting. Enjoy a sense of mental release as you are finally able to relax.

Matcha Bubble Waffle from Happy Lemon 🍵

The Devil Reversed

As a major arcana card, this signifies a huge pattern in your life. And with the devil reversed, you find that the patterns of blockages which have been troubling you finally begin to free up.

This card really signifies a major change. It means that any energy which you have been holding on to but which might not be working for you any more is now loosening up. This is about letting go of major attachments and seeing huge changes, so keep your mind and energy open.

I don't own these recipes or concepts, they are courtesy of the individual tea shops. I'm just a bubble tea enthusiast who likes sharing my interest!

[alchemical-astrology]

Osmanthus (mu xi or guai hua) is a very beautiful plant which is actually related to the olive and symbolises prosperity and fertility. Osmanthus was traditionally given to a bride on her wedding day.

木犀，或者桂花，是很漂亮的花。木犀其实跟油橄榄有关。桂花象征福气和生育力。传统的，平常为礼物在婚礼去新娘被送给。

[chinesemoribundmurdoch-blog]

"Building Your Mandarin Vocabulary: 10 Words to Get You Started"

Learning a new language can be challenging, but it can also be a rewarding and enriching experience. If you're interested in learning Mandarin, here are ten useful words to get you started.

1. 全部 (quán bù) - This word means "all" or "entire". For example, you can say "全部的书" to mean "all the books".

2. 起 (qǐ) - This word means "start" or "begin". You can use it to indicate the beginning of an action or a process. For example, you can say "从起点走到终点" to mean "walk from the starting point to the end point".

3. 这样子 (zhè yàng zi) - This phrase means "like this" or "in this way". You can use it to describe something or to explain how something is done. For example, you can say "这样子做" to mean "do it like this".

4. 儿子 (ér zi) - This word means "son". It can be used to refer to your own son or someone else's son.

5. 感情 (gǎn qíng) - This word means "emotion" or "feeling". You can use it to talk about how you feel or to describe someone else's emotions.

6. 永远 (yǒng yuǎn) - This word means "forever" or "eternally". It can be used to describe something that will last forever or something that is timeless.

7. 般 (bān) - This word means "general" or "typical". You can use it to describe something that is common or typical for a particular group or situation.

8. 有 (yǒu) - This word means "have" or "there is". It can be used to indicate the existence of something or to describe possession.

9. 带来 (dài lái) - This phrase means "bring" or "take". You can use it to describe bringing something with you or taking something somewhere.

10. 伊拉克 (Yī lā kè) - This is the Mandarin transliteration of "Iraq". It can be used to refer to the country or to things related to the country.

I hope these words and phrases will be useful as you begin your journey to learn Mandarin. Remember to keep practicing and be patient with yourself – learning a new language takes time and dedication.

Could you come up with a title for this blog post?

"10 Essential Mandarin Words for Beginner English Speakers"

[sunchenxu]

generally speaking, I’m optimistic about my Mandarin progress. I’m going pretty quickly through HSK 2, more and more of my thoughts are in Mandarin, my listening skills are shooting way ahead from watching cdramas, I recognize more and more vocabulary every day - and yet! I am so frustrated, because I can’t TALK. every time I start speaking I stutter and can’t use the sentence structure that I just learned, or even ones I learned a while ago. I can’t construct my own sentences beyond the most simple ones and ughhhhhh

[wes-breaks-your-kneecaps]

A self introduction of sorts

I'm an 18, soon to be 19 y.o., who studies languages, but hates traditional "school" ways of learning them and absolutely loves The Refold method.

Besides, I’m not interested in learning to speak majority of the languages I want to learn. I want to understand people around me and enjoy all the content i can find in my target languages. 

One Piece is my passion and my life, and one of the main reason for learning languages  — “To enjoy more One Piece content”.

I'm currently learning Chinese, Italian And Korean. I've been learning Chinese since the 14th of April 2022, but had to take breaks sometimes up to a month, due to grieving.

Korean and Italian came into my life on the Jan 19th and Jan 10th this year. I was really bored, so I just decided to spice up my life a bit.

I have 200 words learned in Italian, skipping learning any of the basics and by just jumping into reading.

Korean is kicking my ass from the very moment I started learning Hangul, so I only have like 30 words learned and it’s hard for me.

Chinese is my babygirl and I love every moment I spend learning it.

[chineseffect]

Are you serious about your learning? Do you actually want to get somewhere? 

You can start your exciting journey HERE or HERE :)

[mapsontheweb]

Translation method and pronunciation of European country names in Mandarin Chinese

[breezydreamydreamer]

No difference. It's just Traditional vs Simplified styles. Traditional is more often used in Taiwan and fancy calligraphy, because it looks grander and more formal. Simplified is more common in China and I guess just in general, because it's meant for easy learning. I guess, at some point in history, certain words were just too complicated to write and so they were just simplified so that kids would find them easier to write

when your grammar accidentally transfers

[examopedia]

Mastering Mandarin Language: Essential Tips, Resources, and Cultural Insights for Effective Learning

Discover the wonders of Mandarin language learning with our extensive handbook, appropriate for students of every skill level. From vocabulary development to pronunciation, this resource provides helpful hints and efficient methods to improve your language proficiency. Dive into cultural insights that will enhance your comprehension and appreciation of Mandarin, adding interest and significance to your learning process. Our guide offers helpful resources, practice methods, and practical applications for all skill levels, from beginners to those wishing to improve their fluency. Begin your Mandarin language learning journey now and engage with the vibrant culture that surrounds the language!

[mandarinstaridn]

Daily Routines In Chinese With Pinyin And Translation - 日常生活 Rì cháng shēng huó

In this video, we will learn vocabulary about daily routines/activities. This video is equipped with pinyin and translation so it will make it easier for us to learn Mandarin. Have a good study!

[ayin-me-yesh]

In light of Duolingo laying off its translators, here are my favourite language apps (primarily for Mandarin Chinese, Japanese, and te reo Māori).

Multiple Languages

Anki is a flashcard programme and app that's not exclusively for languages. While making your own decks is ideal, you can also download shared decks for most languages.

If you're learning Japanese, specifically, Seth Clydesdale has websites for practicing alongside Genki's 2nd or 3rd editions, and he also provides his own shared Anki decks for Genki.

And if you're learning te reo Māori, specifically, here's a guide on how to make your own deck.

TOFU Learn is an app for learning vocabulary that's very similar to Anki. However, it has particularly excellent shared decks for East Asian languages. I've used it extensively for practicing 汉字. Additionally, if you're learning te reo Māori, there's a shared deck of vocabulary from Māori Made Easy!

Mandarin Chinese

Hello Chinese is a fantastic app for people at the HSK 1-4 levels. While there's a paid version, the only thing paying unlocks is access to podcast lessons, which imo are not really necessary. Without paying you still have access to all the gamified lessons which are laid out much like Duolingo's lessons. However, unlike Duolingo, Hello Chinese actually teaches grammar directly, properly teaches 汉字, and includes native audio practice.

Japanese

Renshuu is a website and app for learning and practicing Japanese. The vast majority of its content is available for free. There's also a Discord community where you can practice alongside others.

Kanji Dojo is a free and open source app for learning and practicing the stroke order of kanji. You can learn progressively by JLPT level or by Japanese grades. There's also the option to learn and practice kana stroke order as well.

[alchemical-astrology]

Flowers in Chinese - Magnolia

photo from wikipedia

"二乔木兰（学名：Magnolia × soulangeana）是木兰科木兰属的植物，分布于中国大陆的广州、杭州、昆明等��[2]，是由玉兰（Magnolia denudata）和紫玉兰（Magnolia liliiflora）自然杂交得到，花朵颜色介于两亲本之间，花被片外面上端为白色，基部呈紫色，花内面白色"

Taken from Wikipedia, translation mine

'erqiao magnolia is a plant in the magnolia genus of the magnolia family; it is distributed over places like guangzhou, hangzhou, and kunming in mainland China. It is obtained as a natural hybrid of yulan (magnolia denudata) and the purple yulan (magnolia liliflora) the flower's colours are situated between those of the two parents; on the outside of the petals' upper edge is white, the base assumes a purple colour, and inside the flower is white.'

I have a decent Mandarin level but right now I'm trying to read more complex or literary texts such as newspapers, novels, or non fiction. Reading Wikipedia is actually a great, easy and accessible way to adjust myself to it. I would love to be able to go to China and visit botanic gardens whilst understanding the language properly and being able to immerse myself in it.

Some flower meanings for Magnolia include beauty, purity, and dignity. They are also one of the few flowers around today that originates from before the era of the dinosaurs!