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Chinese Urban Dictionary: Zhang Zishi

Knowledge is power – and so is social status. So it should be no surprise that the two go hand-in-hand.

by Mia Li, 15 February 2017

9 Chinese Slang Words from 2016 You May Have Missed

Here's a look back at some notable Chinese slang words from 2016.

by That's, 27 December 2016

Chinese Urban Dictionary: Shenshou Dang

A shenshou dang is someone who, instead of looking things up for themselves, insists on bothering others by asking them for information.

by Mia Li, 22 December 2016

A Brief Guide to Chinese Internet Slang

Online slang is not only a means to simplify and update the Chinese language, but also a natural and fun way to respond to current events on social media.

by Dominique Wong, 06 November 2016

QUIZ: Can You ID These Places by Their Literal Chinese Names?

Find out if you can guess these countries and territories based on their transliterated Chinese names!

by That's, 02 November 2016

Chinese Urban Dictionary: Laonü

Originally a Cantonese word, laonü began as a derogatory term for any poor young women in China who came to rich cities to find a partner.

by Mia Li, 22 June 2016

In the Minority: Manchus, The Last Emperors

In the second part of our series on Beijing's three largest non-Han groups, we take a look at the Manchu community.

by Dominique Wong, 17 June 2016

In the Minority: Huis Facing Mecca from Beijing

In the first part of our series on Beijing's three largest non-Han groups, we take a look at the Hui Muslim community.

by Oscar Holland, 15 June 2016

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