Language Learning Resources
* Note* Most of these sources are specific to learning Chinese
Now that you are interested in moving to China, here are some language learning tools that will help you get started. Don't pressure yourself to be fluent in six months. Learning a few simple phrases will help you navigate your way when you arrive.
Tips On Language Learning
COURSES: If you don’t have time to go to class, there are plenty of online courses to choose from.
RESOURCES: Look for apps, courses, flashcard, books, etc. to help introduce you to the language.
IMMERSION: Find a community of people. This can be online or in person. Once comfortable, change your phone to that language. Watch TV (or add subtitles), listen to music and find ways to practice speaking it.
SPEAK OUT LOUD: Get comfortable listening to yourself speak the language, even if you have to talk to yourself. This can help build your confidence when you to speak to people.
Online Courses
Online courses are a great option for those serious about their language learning
Yoyo Chinese is a great self-learning platform. Its a great way to learn, practice, test, and review Chinese. The program is created by a native speaker. It consists of courses for various Chinese comprehension levels. The benefit of the course is that you don’t have to put together your own curriculum. This saves you time and you can be assured the content is accurate because it’s created by a native speaker. Within the course options, you can find
Chinese Characters
Conversations
Tests
It’s risk free. If you’re not happy with your course, just email them and they will refund your money within 7 days of your purchase. Give it a try.
Free Apps
Below are a list of apps to help you learn a new language. Some are specific to Chinese, while others have more language options.
Chinese Skill: Games, character writing practice, audio and speech recognition
Duolingo: Games, read, speak and listen
Hello Chinese: Games, speech recognition, and handwriting tools
Tiny Cards: Create your own flashcards
Pleco: Dictionary, flash cards, document reader (translator), audio and character recognition software.
There are many more resources out there, but these are the ones that I currently use and enjoy. I think they are all very efficient and practical for everyday spoken Chinese, not text book Chinese. LOL! Choose the platform that fits your needs. You’ll be surprised at how much you may actually enjoy it.
Good luck!
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