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Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher Jennie Lv.
5.0

433 Lessons

Jennie Lvid verified
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Professional Teacher
Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
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Chinese (Other)
Native
·English
C1
+3

8年经验的中文教师A Chinese teacher with 8 years of experience I have a lot of experience to teach foreigners who starts from Zero, finally to advance level. I also won a lot prize about language teaching.I have a lot of teaching experience,I often comunicate with my foreign students and my friends comes from different countries.Otherwise, I have learnt a lot kinds of Chinese troditional talents ,such as paper-cutting ,porcelain carving,folk dance and some troditional instrument .So,if you like,I will combine Chinese language teaching with Chinese culture . 我有丰富的汉语教学经验,经常帮助我的外国朋友们学习汉语。我还获得过一些汉语教学方面的国家级奖项,以及汉语普通话证书等一系列资格证明,这些都使我积累了丰富的教学经验。除了语言教学之外,我还精通中国文化,学过很多很多中华传统才艺,比如剪纸,刻瓷,民族舞,还有一些中国乐器。所以,如果你对中国的文化感兴趣,我可以把语言融入到中华文化中进行教学。Wish we could meet on Italki!

USD 11.00/trial
Available 02:15 Today
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher Wendy.
4.9

791 Lessons

Wendyid verified
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Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
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Chinese (Other)
Native
+2

🏅Wendy老师具有普通话一级证书🏅中国国家颁发的教师资格证🏅专业高级对外汉语教师资格证 🌈Happy classes, interesting teaching materials, diverse games, and easy-to-understand memories. 🌈Children use a variety of interactive games, nursery rhymes and songs, vivid and interesting PPTs, literacy cards, story sessions, and finger dances. It's easy and efficient. 🌈Teenagers/Adults - use interesting interactive forms, easy-to-understand memory, pinyin, Chinese characters, idiom cards, etc. According to the interests of students, teachers carefully design interesting classrooms with multi-frequency interaction. 🌈欢乐的课堂,有趣的教材,多样化的游戏,通俗易懂的记忆。 🌈儿童使用多种多样的互动游戏,童谣儿歌,生动有趣的PPT,识字卡片,故事会,手指舞。既轻松又高效。 🌈青少年/成人——运用有趣的互动形式、通俗易懂的记忆、拼音、汉字、成语卡片等。教师根据学生的兴趣,精心设计多频互动的趣味课堂。

USD 5.00/trial
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher Bella Huang.
5.0

950 Lessons

Bella Huangid verified
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Professional Teacher
Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
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English
C2
+1

🌏Experienced Online Chinese teacher | 6+ Years of experience | Teaching Adults & Children Worldwide 🤓 Why choosing me? -I am a native speaker of Chinese and I am fluent in speaking English ,so we can communicate easily. -I have certificates of TCSOL(Teaching Chinese to Speakers of other languages) and TCYL(Teaching ---Chinese to Young Learners. - More than 6000 hours online teaching experience 🤓 What will you earn? -Being able to communicate in 6 months. -Learning mandarin in fun way. -Being confident to speak Mandarin. 🤓what do I offer? -Homework for each class. -Mainly focus on communicating skills. -Daily conversation.

Kids
USD 20.00/trial
Available 14:30 Today
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher Brisa (贵芳).
4.9

329 Lessons

Brisa (贵芳)id verified
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Community Tutor
Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
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English
C1
+1

🎈Beginners friendly • Reading • Philosophy Course| Good at teaching Pronunciation • Learn in fun✨ Learning a language💡 is LIKE climbing a mountain⛰︎: I'll help you clear away the fog on the journey of learning, reach milestones one by one, finally arrive at the highest PEAK🎯 →→→This type of success is called “会当凌绝顶,一览众山小” in a Chinese poem~ ---------------------------- I have been teaching HSK/ General/Customized Chinese online and offline for 3 years. Through HSK textbooks and some interesting games, we have learned the basic knowledge of Chinese Pinyin / Vocabulary, the advanced knowledge of Grammar/ Dialogues/ Articles [Reading/ Speaking] →→→→ They all have made a big progress!! 我已经线上线下教HSK/通用/定制化汉语3年了。通过HSK课本和一些有趣的游戏,我们学习了基本的汉语拼音/词汇知识、高级的语法知识/对话技能:他们都取得了很大的进步!!

Kids
USD 6.00/trial
Available 07:00 Today
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher Jacqueline.
5.0

71 Lessons

Jacquelineid verified
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Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
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English
C1
+2

Certificated teacher with over 10 years of teaching Chinese as a first and second language. I have been teaching Chinese as a foreign language for ten years in both international school setting and private tutoring. I am a certified teacher in Hong Kong and have achieved a degree in teaching Chinese as a foreign language. After obtained my master's degree, I taught in two international schools as a Chinese speaking homeroom teacher. Except for regular Chinese lessons, I also taught other subjects in Chinese to non-Chinese speaking students at school.

Kids
USD 10.00/trial
Available 12:15 Today
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher Maya.Liu.
5.0

760 Lessons

Maya.Liuid verified
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Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
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English
C1
+1

Professional Chinese teachers with 7 years of teaching experience I used to be a full-time Chinese teacher in a language institution. Then I worked at an international school for one year. I have 7 years of teaching experience now. My students age is range from 4 to 80 years old, so I have extensive experience teaching Chinese to both children and adults and familiar with all kinds of Chinese textbooks and proficient in Chinese knowledge.

USD 8.00/trial
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher 南希-Nancy.
5.0

894 Lessons

南希-Nancyid verified
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Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
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English
C2

Three years of Chinese teaching I have three years of online Chinese teaching. I have helped many students to speak Chinese fluently. I've completed almost 700 lessons on italki including "Daily Conversation Practice", HSK, and Reading.

USD 5.00/trial
Available 12:15 Today
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher Jimi 媛媛.
5.0

61 Lessons

Jimi 媛媛id verified
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Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
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Spanish
Native
·English
C1
+2

Profesora de chino lengua nativa, 4 años de experiencia, clases personalizadas a todos los niveles. Llevo 5 años acompañando a estudiantes como tú en su aventura de aprender chino. ¿Mi especialidad? Hacer que este idioma fascinante se sienta accesible y divertido. Sé que al empezar puede parecer un mundo: los tonos, los caracteres... Pero con paciencia, materiales prácticos y un toque de cultura china entretenida, verás cómo rápido le agarras el gusto. Me encanta crear un ambiente relajado donde equivocarse es parte del proceso y cada "¡ajá!" se celebra. Mi mayor satisfacción es ver cómo mis alumnos pasan de un "nǐ hǎo" titubeante a entender sus primeras conversaciones reales. ¿Te animas a probar? Tu primera clase será sin compromiso :)

USD 6.66/trial
Available 08:30 Today
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher Connie Ou.
4.9

112 Lessons

Connie Ouid verified
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Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
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Chinese (Cantonese)
Native
·English
C1

IPA Certified Senior Chinese Language Teacher,good at teaching 6-15 year old kids. I have more than 6 years online Chinese tutoring, and 10 years working experience in training. I am gentle, patient, lively, and good at guidance. I can teach students according to their characteristics and also good at teaching 6-15 year old students.

USD 10.00/trial
Available 23:00 Today
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher Sherry Liou.
5.0

2 Lessons

Sherry Liouid verified
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Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
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English
C1
·Japanese
B2
+3

I’m a dual-certified(TQUK/TCSOL)instructor with an NTU International Business background,blending professional rigor with a relaxed,witty vibe.Having mastered Japanese(N1)and English,I deeply empathize with your journey.I’m not a rigid lecturer but a patient guide dedicated to making Mandarin feel like your second nature.I combine my corporate background with a love for storytelling to ensure our lessons are both sophisticated and high-yield.

USD 5.00/trial
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher Yu Hou.
4.9

276 Lessons

Yu Houid verified
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Community Tutor
Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
Native

拥有二十多年经验和国际认证的中文老师 我在教学开始的时候会通过对话预估学生的中文水平,提供与学生水平相符的课件进行近一步沟通,根据学生的学习特点和水平制作学习计划,并与学生沟通。同时以学生的学习需求和目标为出发点,在学习中了解学生所学知识的难点和学习问题,安排合理的课堂环境,同时制作个性化的课件。 在教授儿童时我会根据不同年龄阶段儿童的心理特点,通过制作小道具,唱儿歌、讲成语故事、做游戏、让孩子在寓教于乐中爱上中文。对于学习口语的学生,我会为他们设计不同的情景对话,讲学生带入现实的生活状态中巩固口语 。 对于学习HSK的学生,我会将生动的PPT动画课件结合课文的知识点学习,学生通过生动的PPT课件产生浓厚的学习兴趣,然后通过同步练习题和模拟试题达到精讲多练的学习目的,帮助学生HSK考级一次成功上岸。 At the beginning of teaching, I will estimate the students' Chinese level through dialogue and provide courseware that matches the students' level.At the same time, students' learning needs and goals are the starting point,Arrange a reasonable classroom environment, while making personalized courseware,Help students succeed in HSK

USD 7.00/trial
Available 13:00 Today
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher Shaojie F.
Shaojie Fid verified
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Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
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English
B1
+1

我有2年以上的对外汉语教学经验,普通话标准,拥有国家普通话水平测试一级乙等证书。累计服务过来自多个国家、不同年龄层的学生。未来,我会继续以灵活、有趣的教学方式,让每个学生都能在汉语学习中找到乐趣,收获实用的语言能力。

USD 5.00/trial
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher Elodie.
5.0

2,621 Lessons

Elodieid verified
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Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
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English
C1
·French
B2

从2015年起,我通过线上和线下的授课方式,教授中文课程。我帮助了很多学生提高了他们的语言水平。学生进步很快。

USD 13.00/trial
Available 12:15 Today
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher Eva Han.
5.0

2 Lessons

Eva Hanid verified
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Professional Teacher
Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
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English
C1
+1

Learn Authentic Chinese with Eva ! 🏅 CTCSOL-Certified Mandarin Coach | 6+ yrs I hold a Master’s in Film Studies and a B.A. in Advertising, and I’m currently studying Psychology and Neuroscience at the University of London. I bring science-based learning strategies into every class, including: Spaced repetition (so you remember long-term, not just “today”) Multi-sensory learning (speaking, listening, reading, and real context together) Emotional memory techniques (so vocabulary sticks naturally) My students range from complete beginners to advanced learners, from young children to retired university professors. Whatever your goal, daily conversation, HSK, travel, or business Chinese, I’ll build a clear step-by-step plan with flexible pacing, personalized materials,

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USD 7.00/trial
Available 12:15 Today
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher Hu E.
5.0

1,720 Lessons

Hu Eid verified
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Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
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Chinese (Other)
Native
·Chinese (Cantonese)
B2
·English
B1

I have over 20 years of teaching experience and I have been teaching mostly primary and middle school students. I also teach business Chinese, Speaking Chinese, Chinese culture(Advanced), HSK preparation classes and so on. Teaching is my passion, especially Chinese. I enjoy teaching others Chinese because I like to show my students how amazing Chinese is as a language. I graduated from Sun Yat-Sen University with a degree in Chinese Language and Literature. I became a teacher when I was at university and remained as a teacher after I graduated. I specialize in teaching students of intermediate to high level Chinese proficiency.

USD 12.80/trial
Available 12:15 Today
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher 那小鱼Fish.
5.0

33 Lessons

那小鱼Fishid verified
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Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
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English
B2
+1

Daily speaking|Business Chinese |Travel Chinese |HSK In my years of teaching, students range from kindergarten children to adults. For young kids, I use children’s songs, picture books and interactive games to spark interest, helping them learn basic vocabulary and Pinyin while playing. For adults, I adjust focus based on scenarios (daily/business communication) and goals (HSK preparation) to solve practical problems. Besides, I have online teaching experience, know various teaching tools well, helping many go from “zero foundation” to “proficient use”.

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USD 15.00/trial
Available 12:15 Today
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher Jassy Fong.
5.0

938 Lessons

Jassy Fongid verified
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Community Tutor
Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
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English
C2
·Chinese (Cantonese)
C1
+1

19年起从事中英文教学8分雅思听力满分&PTE8炸阅读满分海外上班族 Focus on culture, authentication and pronunciation since 2019. 1.Degree: Graduated from JINAN University. Majored in Financial engineering. 2. Job: ① Verification Officer of SEEK in Sydney, Australia. ② Financial customer service and Administrator in Auckland, New Zealand. ③ home schooling tutor for Chinese middle school students. ④ Translator. ⑤ Beauty products importer that communicate a lot with Americans. 3. Experience: 4 years' teaching experience. 4. Languages: Chinese mandarin (native speaker) English (fluent speaker) Chinese Cantonese (can understand every word, and speak not so fluently)

USD 5.00/trial
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher Aurora.
5.0

162 Lessons

Auroraid verified
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Professional Teacher
Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
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English
B2
+1

💥News Anchor-Level Mandarin💥Famous Chinese institution Teacher❤️In-depth company💥Immersive Chines 💖 International Certificate for Teachers of Chinese as a Foreign Language 💖 Native from Beijing with top-tier Mandarin certification, teaching you standard authentic Chinese 💖 6 years of professional Chinese teaching experience at a renowned educational institution 💖 Graduated in Broadcasting & Hosting, with news-anchor-level standard pronunciation 💖 Courses for kids and adults | Exclusive short drama teaching available 💖 Abundant original teaching resources | Gentle, patient, witty and friendly ✨ Hi, I’m Aurora (Chinese name: Yuan). With six years of formal Chinese teaching experience, I offer customized one-on-one courses and in-depth accompanied learning for every student. 📝 I assign targeted homework and professional pronunciation training after class, tailored to your level and weaknesses, without uniform, one-size-fits-all assignments. 🌏 Classes adopt real-scenario simulation: shopping, medical visits, business communication, dining, job interviews and more, helping you think directly in Chinese and build natural language sense. 🎬 I use authentic materials—news clips, movie clips, Chinese songs and daily dialogues—to create immersive learning. I’ll help you master Chinese logic, speaking rhythm and native expression, build a complete Chinese thinking system, and understand local culture, so you can move beyond rote memorization and speak Chinese naturally and appropriately.

MedicalBusinessKidsTest Preparation
USD 10.00/trial
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher Lan.
5.0

355 Lessons

Lanid verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
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English
B2
+2

As a tutor , Four years of experience delivering customized Chinese lessons in a relaxed atmosphere, fostering student progress through personalized learning plans.

USD 8.00/trial
Available 12:15 Today
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher Sofia Song.
5.0

380 Lessons

Sofia Songid verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
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English
B2
+1

Courses taught in last four years: Integrated Chinese for high school students (Initial level, Intermediate level, CHEONGWON High School, South Korea) Speaking Chinese, Chinese characters and Chinese culture for primary and secondary school students (Initial level, Cheongju English Center, South Korea) Chinese examination, Integrated Chinese and Chinese after school club for adults and children (HSK1, HSK2, YCT, IES Santísima Trinidad and IES Los Cerros, Spain) Chinese examination, Integrated Chinese and Chinese after school club for ethnic Chinese and Non-native Chinese speakers, including adults and children. (HSK, YCT, CHINESE IN STEPS, JINBU, CI at the university of Sheffield, UK)

USD 5.00/trial
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Frequently asked questions

What level of Chinese do I need to have before taking conversational Chinese classes?

Before taking conversational Chinese classes, it’s recommended that you have at least a basic understanding of the language, ideally at a beginner (A1) or lower-intermediate (A2) level. This would include being familiar with basic vocabulary, simple sentence structures, and common phrases. While it’s possible to start conversational lessons as a complete beginner, having some foundation in pronunciation (like tones) and basic characters will make the process smoother and more effective.

Conversational Chinese classes are designed to help you improve speaking and listening skills, so knowing some basic grammar and vocabulary will allow you to participate in conversations more easily. If you’re a beginner, your tutor will likely focus on building your confidence and helping you practice simple conversations. If you’re at a more intermediate level, the focus can shift to more complex sentence structures and deeper discussions.

Can I take online conversational Chinese classes?

Yes, you can definitely take online conversational Chinese classes, and italki is a great platform for this! It offers one-on-one lessons with native Chinese-speaking tutors who can help you practice speaking, improve your listening skills, and build your confidence in real-life conversations. Whether you’re a beginner or more advanced, you can find a tutor who tailors lessons to your specific needs, helping you focus on topics that interest you, like daily life, travel, or business Chinese. Online conversational Chinese classes are highly flexible, allowing you to schedule lessons at times that suit you, and you can learn from the comfort of your own home.

How many classes do I need to take to become fluent in Chinese?

The number of classes needed to become fluent in Chinese depends on several factors, including your starting level, learning goals, and how much time you can dedicate to studying. For beginners, fluency can take several years to achieve, with consistent study and practice. On average, it might take around 600 to 1,200 hours of study to reach conversational fluency, which can equate to about 1-2 years of regular lessons.

However, becoming fluent also involves immersion, practice outside of lessons, and exposure to the language in different contexts. The key is consistency – taking lessons regularly, engaging in conversations, and practicing vocabulary, pronunciation, and grammar. Additionally, actively using the language in real-world situations will significantly speed up your progress.

Setting specific milestones and working closely with a tutor on conversational practice can help accelerate your learning and give you a clearer idea of how many lessons you might need to become fluent.

Who are the tutors that will be teaching the conversational Chinese classes?

The tutors teaching conversational Chinese classes on italki are native speakers or highly proficient speakers of Chinese, with a variety of teaching backgrounds and expertise. Some tutors are professional language instructors with formal teaching qualifications, while others are informal teachers with extensive experience in helping learners improve their conversational skills. These tutors come from diverse regions where Chinese is spoken, offering a range of accents and dialects (Mandarin, Cantonese, etc.).

Many tutors also specialize in different areas, such as business Chinese, travel vocabulary, or preparing for Chinese language exams. You can choose a tutor based on your personal learning goals, preferences, and their teaching style. Tutor profiles on italki include information about their qualifications, experience, teaching methods, and reviews from other students, helping you select the right match for your conversational practice.

How do I sign up for conversational Chinese classes?

To sign up for conversational Chinese classes on italki, follow these steps:

Create an Account: If you don’t already have an account, visit italki.com and sign up by entering your email or connecting through a social media account.

Browse Tutors: Once logged in, go to the “Teachers” section and search for conversational Chinese tutors. You can filter your search based on criteria like availability, teaching style, experience, and reviews from other students.

Check Tutor Profiles: Review the profiles of different tutors, which include their qualifications, lesson offerings, teaching approach, and availability. Many tutors also offer trial lessons, allowing you to get a feel for their teaching style before committing to a regular class.

Book a Lesson: Once you find a tutor you like, click on their profile and choose a time slot that fits your schedule. You’ll be able to select the lesson type (such as conversational practice or specific skills) and pay for the lesson directly through the platform.

Start Learning: After booking, you’ll be able to join your lesson through italki’s video call feature. You can communicate directly with your tutor to focus on improving your conversational skills.

Ready to start learning Chinese today? Sign up now to find the perfect Chinese teacher for you and take your language skills to the next level!