A Complete Guide to Chinese Number Hand Gestures

If you're living in China, you've got to know these ten simple hand signs.

by Catherine Lee, 18 February 2017

Flirt in Chinese with these Mandarin Pickup Lines, Compliments & Love Phrases

Looking to ask someone out on a date or declare your love in Chinese? We've compiled a bunch of conversational Mandarin phrases to help you out.

by That's, 14 February 2019

Explainer: Mao Zedong or Mao Tse-tung? We Have the Answer

On paper, the Great Helmsman hasn't always had the same name.

by Jesse Pottinger, 26 August 2019

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

Chinese Urban Dictionary: Zhanan

In the Chinese language, 'zha' is probably the lowest appraisal you can give to anything.

by Mia Li, 14 July 2016

13 Useful Mandarin Phrases for Dragon Boat Festival

To help you enjoy the festival better!

by Urban Family, 18 May 2023

Debate Over New Gender Neutral ‘They/Them’ Chinese Character

The new character incorporates the word 'wu' which means 'none.'

by Rakini Bergundy, 27 July 2021

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

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