What Is the HSK Exam and Why You Should Take It

Stay motivated and discover new opportunities by taking the HSK.

by Ilya Cheremnikh, 21 January 2021

12 Trendy Chinese Phrases from 2018 You May Have Missed

Here's a look back at some notable Chinese slang words from 2018.

by That's, 28 December 2018

Here's Why Your Tones Matter in Chinese

One decidedly challenging aspect of Chinese is the subtle difference in the four tones.

by That's GBA, 30 March 2020

Chinese Urban Dictionary: Nanyou Li Max

Is your boyfriend nanyou li max? If not, you might want to reconsider.

by Mia Li, 20 May 2016

Further Changes to the Chinese HSK Exam

Changes to Chinese proficiency tests are imminent.

by Lars James Hamer, 10 December 2021

Chinese Urban Dictionary: Gan' ga ai

Expert autopsies of gan' ga ai (aka awkwardness cancer) have concluded that it is a mixture of anxiety, social awkwardness, shame and guilt.

by Mia Li, 29 November 2016

Chinese Man Escorted Off Plane After Opening Emergency Exit

Takeoff was delayed for 2 hours after the emergency exit was opened.

by Austin Coley, 03 July 2019

Introducing URFAMILY, a Platform for Chinese Families

URFAMILY becomes the first diversified Chinese-language information platform for elite Chinese families.

by That's Shanghai, 16 June 2017

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