English → Chinese

A Mandarin Chinese course designed for English speakers.

What you’ll learn

Each lesson includes audio drills that target Mandarin’s four tones and common pronunciation challenges for English speakers. Lessons combine pinyin practice, real-life dialogues, vocabulary flashcards with character readings, grammar explanations, and comprehension quizzes.

How to get started

Lessons start from A1 (beginner) level with greetings, numbers, and basic introductions. You’ll progress through practical topics like ordering food, asking for directions, shopping, and understanding Chinese customs. Every lesson is self-contained — start wherever suits you best.

Lessons

A1 (140) A2 (120) B1 (120) B2 (60)

No.	Title
Basic daily phrases
001	Basic greetings and introductions
002	Basic Thanks and Farewells
003	Basic Requests and Instructions
004	Basic messages and asking for help
005	Basic Understanding and Knowledge
006	Pointing and Belonging
007	Basic Place and Time Questions
008	Basic evaluation, size, and difficulty
009	Basic health and temperature
010	Basic states and preparation
011	Basic needs and preferences
012	Basic Possession and Ability
013	Basic permission questions
014	Basic Checks and Status
015	Basic Invitations and Shared Action
016	Basic movement, home, and neighborhood
017	Basic home actions and choices
018	Basic daily actions
019	Basic Routines and Family
020	Basic prices, weather, and discoveries
At class
021	Meeting a Teacher
022	Feeling nervous before class and starting slowly
023	Reviewing Together After Class
024	Living nearby and getting to class
025	Using Paper to Write New Words
026	Choosing a seat in class
027	Repeat and Practice
028	Finding the restroom during a break
029	Starting with a Short Sentence
030	Changing a Chair's Height
031	Coffee During a Break
032	Family and Pets at Home
Shopping
033	Trying on a shirt
034	Trying on shoes and asking for a larger pair
035	Planning breakfast groceries
036	Buying Bread and Finding Orange Juice
037	Finding and choosing juice
038	Choosing a shorter checkout line
Transport
039	Getting a Shopping Bag and Paying for Groceries
040	Confirming the Right Bus
041	Hurry to the Train Platform
042	Buying a train ticket
043	Check the Platform Before Boarding
044	Finding Seats on the Train
Reception and service desk
045	Arriving at City Hall by Bike
046	Finding the Event Registration Desk
047	Finding the Event Registration Desk
048	Choosing an Event Activity
049	Signing Up for a Walking Event
050	Preparing for a Walking Event
Work
051	Sending the finished report before a meeting
052	Prepare for a Meeting
053	Giving a Task Update
054	Checking notes and writing a deadline update
055	Adding one more detail to a work note
056	Asking for Help with a Task
Learning
057	Understanding a Lesson Question
058	Learning a New Word
059	Practicing Clearer Pronunciation
060	Asking About Homework
061	Practice a Short Dialogue
062	Reviewing Words with Cards
Plans with friends
063	Making a Quiet Cafe Plan
064	Planning a Movie Night at Home
065	Planning a Walk with a Friend
066	Planning Lunch at a Restaurant
067	Changing the Meeting Place
068	Deciding What to Bring
Bags and belongings
069	Finding a wallet and keys in a backpack
070	Borrowing a phone charger
071	Organizing a Bag
072	Checking a bag before leaving
073	Finding a Missing Notebook
074	Keeping Valuables Safe in a Bag
Break time
075	Taking a Short Break
076	Rest and Get Coffee
077	A Short Fresh-Air Break
078	Take a Short Screen Break
079	Choosing a quiet place for a break
080	Returning to Work After a Break
Library and quiet places
081	Borrowing a Book in a Quiet Library
082	Finding a Quiet Study Seat
083	Using a Computer and Printer in a Quiet Library
084	Asking for a Quiet Study Room
085	Speaking Quietly in a Library
086	Finding a Book on a Library Shelf
Borrowing tools
087	Borrowing Small Tools
088	Borrowing a Hammer and Nails
089	Borrowing a Charger
090	Borrowing a Pen and Notebook
091	Borrowing and Using a Ladder Safely
092	Borrowing cleaning supplies
Small problems
093	Cleaning Up Spilled Water
094	A Stuck Door
095	Fixing a light problem
096	Cleaning a Small Stain
097	Finding a Missing Screw
098	Fixing a Loose Chair
Weather and outside
099	Getting Ready for Cloudy Weather
100	Getting Ready to Go Out in the Rain
101	Preparing for a Sunny Walk
102	Getting Ready for Cold Weather
103	Talking about strong wind outside
104	Staying inside during bad weather
Hobbies and free time
105	Talking about drawing in free time
106	Talking about reading in free time
107	Talking about cooking soup
108	Walking as a Hobby
109	Taking Photos in Free Time
110	Talking about listening to music
Waiting in line
111	Waiting in the Right Line
112	Waiting in Line
113	Leaving Space in a Crowded Line
114	Finding the Back of the Line
115	Holding a Place in Line
116	Moving forward in line
Simple checking
117	Checking a Table-Setting List
118	Checking Before Leaving
119	Checking a Room Before Use
120	Checking a Simple Order
121	Checking a Message Before Sending
122	Checking a Bag Together
Choosing and deciding
123	Choosing a Comfortable Chair
124	Choosing between a salad and a sandwich
125	Choosing a Place to Sit
126	Choosing the Right Bag
127	Choosing a Simple Activity
128	Deciding What to Do Next
Health and body
129	A slight headache and rest
130	Talking About a Sore Throat
131	Resting a Sore Leg
132	Feeling Cold and Warming Up
133	Talking about tired eyes
134	Talking about a sore back
Shared spaces
135	Using a Shared Kitchen
136	Using a Shared Office
137	Using a Shared Laundry Room
138	Using a Shared Meeting Room
139	Keeping a Shared Bathroom Clean
140	Using a Shared Fridge
At home
141	Tightening a loose bathroom door handle
142	Tidying the Living Room Before Guests Arrive
143	A weekly cleaning schedule at home
144	A polite message about neighborhood noise
145	Fixing a Weak Internet Connection
146	Preparing the room for a quiet evening
Food and drinks
147	Ordering a lunch set with preferences
148	Cooking Soup Together
149	Saving Leftovers for Tomorrow
150	Ask about sauce ingredients
151	Preparing tea and snacks for a guest
152	Choosing a Light Snack
Shopping
153	Exchanging a Shirt for a Larger Size
154	Comparing jackets before buying
155	Asking what a product warranty covers
156	Shopping with a grocery list
157	Finding blue folders in a shop
158	Pay and Separate Items at Checkout
Transport
159	Asking about a delayed bus
160	Buying a Train Ticket with a Transfer
161	Giving taxi directions to a clinic
162	Finding the Correct Platform After a Change
163	Finding the Main Entrance in a Station
164	Lost travel card
Reception and service desk
165	Checking in at a hotel
166	Rescheduling an Appointment
167	Requesting a Copy of a Stamped Document
168	Reporting a Hotel Room Air Conditioner Problem
169	Finding a Conference Room
170	Checking out and getting help with a bag
Work
171	Asking to Move a Deadline
172	Clarifying file requirements and asking for an example
173	Reviewing meeting action items
174	Giving feedback on a proposal draft
175	Troubleshooting a project tool login problem
176	Review and handoff after finishing a task
Learning
177	Setting a Small Speaking Practice Goal
178	Asking for a grammar explanation
179	Practicing a role-play together
180	Preparing for a short test
181	Choosing an online listening resource
182	Reviewing Homework Mistakes
Plans with friends
183	Planning a quiet dinner with familiar food
184	Changing Picnic Plans Because of Weather
185	Making Plans for a Music Event
186	Choosing a Movie with Friends
187	Planning a Simple Indoor Outing
188	Apologizing for changing plans
Bags and belongings
189	Packing a Bag for an Outing
190	Reporting a Lost Wallet
191	Identifying a Bag at Lost Property
192	Borrowing a Tissue from a Bag
193	Organizing a Suitcase Before a Trip
194	Keeping Valuables Safe in a Crowded Market
Break time
195	Taking a Short Coffee Break
196	Feeling Tired at Work
197	A Quick Walk Outside
198	Taking a Break from Studying
199	Making a Short Phone Call Before a Meeting
200	Returning to work with better focus
Library and quiet places
201	Asking a librarian for a book recommendation
202	Reserve a Quiet Study Room
203	Using the Library Printer
204	Borrowing and renewing a library book
205	Finding a quiet place to work
206	Renewing a library book
Borrowing tools
207	Borrowing a screwdriver and returning it before dinner
208	Borrowing a Laptop Charger at Work
209	Borrowing a Pan for Cooking
210	Borrowing cleaning tools from a neighbor
211	Borrowing a Bicycle Pump
212	Apologizing for damaging a borrowed tool
Small problems
213	A phone battery problem
214	Cleaning Up a Coffee Spill
215	Fixing a Wrong Food Order
216	Asking for a place to wait after being locked out
217	Handling a Broken Umbrella
218	Fixing a Washing Machine
Weather and outside
219	Preparing for Heavy Rain
220	Staying Safe on a Very Hot Day
221	Snowy Morning Travel Safety
222	Cancel the picnic because of strong wind
223	Check the weather before leaving
224	Dressing for Changing Weather
Hobbies and free time
225	Joining a Beginner Drawing Club
226	Planning a Photo Walk
227	Learning Guitar in Free Time
228	Talking about a cooking class
229	Talking about a jogging hobby
230	Caring for a Small Room Plant
Waiting in line
231	Checking the right line
232	Waiting in line politely
233	Waiting for Your Turn
234	Estimated Waiting Time
235	Letting Someone Go First in Line
236	Asking someone to save your place in line
Simple checking
237	Checking Travel Documents Before a Trip
238	Checking Meeting Room Equipment
239	Checking a restaurant order
240	Checking an email before sending
241	Checking ingredients before cooking
242	Checking the apartment before leaving
Choosing and deciding
243	Choosing a Quieter Room for Studying
244	Choosing an activity based on the weather
245	Choosing an Online Language Course
246	Choosing a Gift for a Coworker
247	Choosing a Restaurant for Lunch
248	Deciding Which Task to Do First
Health and body
249	Making a Clinic Appointment When You Feel Unwell
250	Reading Medicine Labels and Calling the Pharmacy
251	Simple changes for back pain after sitting
252	Improving Sleep with a Calmer Evening Routine
253	Checking in at a clinic
254	Small Daily Health Changes
Shared spaces
255	Rules for a Shared Kitchen
256	Booking and tidying a shared office room
257	Using a shared laundry room
258	Labeling Food in a Shared Fridge
259	Cleaning Up a Common Room
260	Using shared gym equipment politely
At home
261	Writing a clear message about a leaking tap
262	A Fair Cleaning Routine
263	Handling noise from a neighbor calmly
264	Improving a Home Office Setup
265	Troubleshooting an unstable internet connection before an important call
266	Thoughtful guest room preparation
Food and drinks
267	Checking Dietary Needs Before Cooking
268	Adapting a Recipe with Substitutions
269	Politely discussing a dry fish dish
270	Meal prep for a busy week
271	Ordering a latte with oat milk
272	Coordinating dinner timing while hosting
Shopping
273	Comparing Online and In-Store Product Information
274	Requesting a Replacement for a Faulty Lamp
275	Understanding Tablet Warranty Coverage
276	Choosing needed items and avoiding extra purchases
277	Checking desk stock and arranging home delivery
278	Handling a shelf-label mismatch at checkout
Transport
279	Finding another route after a cancelled train
280	Choosing the Right Commuter Pass
281	Politely Clarifying a Taxi Route
282	Asking for an accessible route at a station
283	Reporting a Lost Umbrella on a Bus
284	Fixing a ride-share pickup mix-up
Reception and service desk
285	Hotel heating problem and room change request
286	Correcting appointment paperwork
287	Requesting a detailed invoice
288	Making a Polite Complaint at a Service Desk
289	Conference Check-In and Directions
290	Requesting a Late Checkout and Storing Luggage
Work
291	Renegotiating a Deadline with Clear Priorities
292	Asking for Clearer Feedback
293	Short team update and follow-up
294	Resolving a Small Team Disagreement
295	Explaining a Dashboard Bug and a Temporary Workaround
296	Setting measurable professional growth goals
Learning
297	Focused listening practice
298	Learning New Words Through Example Sentences
299	Catching Up After Missing Classes
300	Choosing a Review Method
301	Preparing a short presentation
302	Reflecting on a Disappointing Test Result
Plans with friends
303	Choosing a restaurant for a group dinner
304	Changing a Group Trip Plan When Someone Is Sick
305	Inviting a Friend to a Design Event
306	Choosing a lighter movie together
307	Planning a Safe Hike with Friends
308	Apologizing for Canceling Plans Late
Bags and belongings
309	Pack Light for a Business Trip
310	Report a Missing Wallet Safely
311	Borrowing a suitcase and agreeing on care
312	Managing baggage weight before a flight
313	Protecting valuables at a crowded festival
314	Explaining Damage to a Borrowed Bag
Break time
315	Take a focused break before productivity drops
316	Setting Healthy Work Boundaries
317	Turn a Walk into a Useful Reset
318	Making a private call during a break
319	Restarting Work After a Long Pause
320	Understanding Flexible Break Expectations
Library and quiet places
321	Narrowing a Local History Search
322	Reserve a Study Room and Follow the Rules
323	Fixing a Stuck Print Job in the Library
324	Politely explaining an overdue book
325	Responding politely to noise in a quiet library area
326	Renewing a Library Book When Online Access Fails
Borrowing tools
327	Borrowing a Drill Safely
328	Borrowing a laptop adapter before a presentation
329	Borrowing and caring for a non-stick pan
330	Borrowing a Ladder Safely
331	Borrowing Bicycle Repair Tools
332	Taking responsibility for a damaged borrowed tool
Small problems
333	Protecting and repairing a cracked phone screen
334	Responding to a Coffee Spill on a Laptop
335	Fixing a Wrong Delivery Order
336	Making a Plan After Being Locked Out
337	Handling a frozen maintenance request app
338	Washing Machine Troubleshooting
Weather and outside
339	Preparing for a Stormy Commute
340	Flexible plans during a heatwave
341	Rescheduling a Meeting for Icy Roads
342	Deciding whether to move an outdoor event indoors
343	Preparing for Changeable Weather on a Hike
344	Staying Safe in Poor Air Quality
Hobbies and free time
345	Joining a Photography Club as a Beginner
346	Staying motivated while learning guitar
347	Cooking Class Techniques and Confidence
348	Adjusting a Jogging Routine After Knee Discomfort
349	Solving a Plant Care Problem
350	Deciding Whether to Continue a Hobby
Waiting in line
351	Finding the right queue for detailed help
352	Responding assertively when someone cuts in line
353	Managing a wait when you have another obligation
354	Deciding Whether to Keep Waiting
355	Letting a parent with a baby go first
356	Asking someone to hold your place in line
Simple checking
357	Final Travel Bag Check
358	Checking Presentation Equipment Before a Meeting
359	Checking a Restaurant Order Before It Is Served
360	Checking an email before sending
361	Checking ingredients and safe substitutions
362	Checking an Apartment Before a Long Trip
Choosing and deciding
363	Choosing the best place to study
364	Choosing an Activity for Changing Weather
365	Choosing an Online Course by Priorities
366	Choosing a Thoughtful Group Gift
367	Choosing a Restaurant with Group Needs in Mind
368	Choosing the Highest-Impact Task
Health and body
369	Describing Cough Symptoms Before Calling a Clinic
370	Clarifying medicine instructions safely
371	Managing Back Pain from Desk Work
372	Improving Sleep Habits Realistically
373	Navigating a Clinic Visit
374	Building a Realistic Healthy Routine
Shared spaces
375	Calm Communication About Shared Kitchen Cleaning
376	Resolving a Shared Office Booking Conflict
377	Using a Shared Laundry Room Fairly
378	Keeping a shared fridge clean and fair
379	Cleaning Up a Shared Common Room
380	Sharing gym equipment politely
At a Shared Workspace
381	Clarifying a shared-workspace reservation
382	Troubleshooting a printer file
383	Borrowing a Charger While Confirming Return Conditions
In a Remote Project Meeting
384	Clarifying a Changed Meeting Agenda
385	Adjusting a Shared Spreadsheet for Clarity
386	Pushing Back on an Unrealistic Timeline
Handling Apartment Maintenance
387	Reporting a Leak with Concrete Details
388	Describing a Possible Heating Problem
389	Verifying an Unexpected Maintenance Visitor
At a Clinic Reception
390	Rescheduling while confirming continuity of care
391	Describing Symptoms Objectively at a Clinic Reception
392	Requesting Privacy at a Clinic Reception
Handling Payment and Banking Support
393	Checking why a payment card was blocked
394	Checking an unfamiliar statement charge
395	Organizing account activity
In a Job Interview
396	Clarifying role scope and priorities
397	Performance evaluation and early feedback
398	Job Interview Follow-Up and Confidentiality
In a Workplace Feedback Session
399	Strengthening a Report with Evidence
400	Handling Sensitive Workplace Feedback
401	Clarifying dependencies in a tense priority discussion
At a Restaurant
402	Handling a Seating Issue Politely
403	Clarifying Dietary Restrictions Before Ordering
404	Giving specific feedback about uneven course timing
During a Travel Delay
405	Confirming Delay Information and Where to Wait
406	Discussing rebooking after a possible missed connection
407	Reporting a Lost Item with Useful Details
Returning or Exchanging a Product
408	Explaining a Device Defect and Requesting a Replacement
409	Clarifying an Unclear Return Policy
410	Choosing a More Durable Exchange
Talking with a Neighbor
411	Calmly Addressing a Noise Issue
412	Discussing Shared Hallway Safety
413	Politely handling a misdelivered package
At a Gym or Fitness Facility
414	Requesting a Temporary Membership Freeze
415	Managing Training Intensity and Recovery
416	Gym Equipment Etiquette
Preparing a Professional Workshop
417	Designing an Interactive Workshop
418	Planning a Workshop for Constructive Disagreement
419	Evaluating a Workshop Beyond Satisfaction Scores
In an Academic Tutoring Session
420	Narrowing an Essay Argument
421	Responsible Paraphrasing and Citation
422	Managing presentation anxiety through structure
With Software Customer Support
423	Reporting a Reproducible Export Bug
424	Saving and sharing custom dashboard views
425	Clearer outage communication
Discussing Lease Renewal or Move-Out
426	Negotiating Lease Renewal Terms
427	Clarifying Move-Out Notice and Documentation
428	Clarifying Repair Responsibility
At a Professional Networking Event
429	Expanding a Professional Networking Conversation
430	Ending a Networking Conversation Politely
431	Responding to a Proposal While Setting Capacity Limits
Discussing Remote Work Boundaries
432	Clarifying After-Hours Message Expectations
433	Reducing Unnecessary Video Meetings
434	Setting sustainable boundaries at work
Proposing an Environmental Initiative at Work
435	Improving office recycling practices
436	Strengthening an Energy-Use Proposal
437	Building Employee Buy-In for Policy Changes
In a Difficult Adult Conversation
438	Changing plans honestly and respectfully
439	Setting a Boundary Around Advice
440	Repairing Trust After a Sharp Message

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