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Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher Alvin Yuen.
5.0

379 Lessons

Alvin Yuenid verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
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English
Native
·Malay
Native
+1

🌈 Mandarin as a Second Language Tutor ✨ | 💬English & Malay Support | 🎓Master of Education (TESOL) I offer personalised 1-to-1 online language lessons, with a main focus on Mandarin as a Second Language (CSL), also offering English as a Second Language (ESL) and Malay as a Foreign Language upon request, for international school students, Singapore students, and second-language learners. I come from a Mandarin-speaking family, grew up learning Malay, and mastered English through formal education. This strong foundation enables me to guide you effectively in all three languages. 💯 What Sets Me Apart 🀄 Master of Education | 4 Years’ Experienced Language Tutor I hold a Master’s in Education and have 4 years of teaching experience with learners worldwide, specializing in second language acquisition. I gradually immerse you in targeted language as you progress, helping you build fluency and proficiency. 🗣️ Speaking Practice You’ll get plenty of speaking practice to confidently use Mandarin, English, or Malay in real-life situations. I’ll guide you, provide feedback, and help you improve step by step. 📈 Tangible Results Students see real progress from zero to speaking and listening. I focus on practical and measurable improvement. 🚀 Building Confidence I help learners overcome challenges with pronunciation, grammar, and sentence structure while developing greater confidence. 🎓 About My Class My classes are relaxed and enjoyable. I make learning comprehensible through visual aids, educational technology, and interactive conversation practice.

USD 10.00/trial
Available 09:30 Tomorrow
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher Alice 雅雅 yǎ yǎ.
5.0

2,831 Lessons

Alice 雅雅 yǎ yǎid verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
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Chinese (Other)
Native
·English
+1

CTCSOL Certified teacher with over 8 years of teaching experience During my teaching periods at language schools in Kunming and Shanghai, I discovered that learning Chinese is not just about memorization, but also about exploration! Make progress together with my students like friends Speciality in grammar teaching and vocabulary teaching Variety of practice methods When we finish class, we will practice at the end to help you remember what we have learned. After the class, I will update the materials so you can review them before our next lesson. For the next class, we will use the first 15 minutes to review all the vocabulary and sentences we learned last time. Then, we will continue learning the new chapter. Looking forward to see you all :D

USD 6.00/trial
Available 03:30 Tomorrow
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher Serena.
5.0

633 Lessons

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

NTEC (TQC), Certificate of Mandarin Proficiency Test (First Class-GradeB) 2020 - now Online Chinese Teacher in Beijing Mandarin School (Training foreigner Chinese) Comprehensive Adult Course (primary) 2015-2020 MeiMengNaZhi Children's Development Center(Teaching kids programming) Scrach、Codemao

USD 10.00/trial
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher 刘晓雯xiaowen.
5.0

1,243 Lessons

刘晓雯xiaowenid verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
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English
·Korean

Effective learning ,Relaxed atmosphere ,Customized courses I have taught Chinese for two years overseas, and also have over five years online teaching experience. The courses I teach include HSK, YCT and other test courses, and I also have oral Chinese classes for students who need work or live in China, Chinese characters classes (analyzing the structure of Chinese characters and tracing the origin of the composition of Chinese characters), reading classes, and cultural classes etc . 我曾在海外教授过两年汉语,并有超过五年线上教学的经验,我教授的课程包括HSK、YCT等系列考试课程,同时也有为工作需要或在中国生活的学生准备的口语课,汉字课(分析汉字结构,对汉字的构成进行溯源),阅读课,文化课等。

USD 9.00/trial
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher Tiffany wu.
5.0

52 Lessons

Tiffany wuid verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
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Korean
+1

중국어 1:1 수업|어린이 중국어 |여행중국어|TSC|Hsk💗 왜 문문쌤을 선택해야 할까요? 😊 👑 풍부한 현장 경험 한국 학원에서 어른과 아이들을 대상으로 3000시간 이상의 생생한 수업 경험을 쌓았어요. 😋 부담 없고 이해하기 쉬운 수업 복잡한 문법도 쉽게! 편안하고 재미있는 분위기에서 중국어 실력을 키워 보세요. ☄️ 실제로 쓰는 살아있는 중국어 교과서에 없는, 현지에서 바로 통하는 원어민 표현을 배울 수 있습니다. 🌺 다양한 주제와 문화 이해 일상생활부터 문화・역사 이야기까지 다채로운 주제로 회화력을 풍성하게! 🍉 회화 실력 쑥쑥向上 자연스러운 말하기를 위한 체계적인 훈련으로 자신감이 달라져요. 📚 학습 지원 제공 교재와 풍부한 자료를 무료로 제공드려요! 따로 준비할 필요 없답니다. 🌤️ 공인된 자격 보유 표준어 교원 자격증을 보유하고 있어 정확한 발음과 표현을 가르칠 수 있어요. —————————————————— 👧 아이들을 위한 중국어 수업 병음과 한자를 쉽고 재미있게 배워요. 놀이와 역할극을 통해 자연스럽게 문장 만들기・발음・듣기・말하기를 연습합니다. 아이들이 좋아하는 흥미로운 주제(자기소개, 취미, 문화 차이, 동화 등)로 재미있게 대화해요. “할 수 있다!”는 자신감을 키우며 부담 없이 배울 수 있습니다.

USD 5.20/trial
Available 03:30 Tomorrow
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher Ria Zhang.
5.0

7,304 Lessons

Ria Zhangid verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
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English

A professional Mandarin teacher with 17years, over 16,000 hours' experience. ▶Full time on Italki since 2020. ▶Students are from over 40 countries, age from 5 to 73 years old. They are international schools students, overseas students in universities, and lots of housewives, businessmen who are living in Shanghai. ▶Used to give 1 on 1 private lessons, 1 on 2 mini group, big group from 4 to 20 students.

BusinessTechnologyTest Preparation
USD 9.90/trial
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher Jessica (Adults).
5.0

2,035 Lessons

Jessica (Adults)id verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
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Chinese (Taiwanese)
Native
·English
·Japanese
+2

⭐️Certified Chinese Teacher 💫 Customised & structured course ✨8 Years EXP I majored in Chinese Literature for my Bachelor's Degree, which I am highly interested in! And Applied Linguistics in the UK (Master's Degree). I believe my expertise in this area can help you learn and improve your Chinese skills. I design courses based on students learning needs to meet their learning goals and learning achievements. 👩🏻‍💻 7 years of online Chinese teaching experience. 👩🏻‍🏫 Taiwan Language School teacher. 🙌🏻 Group & personal class. 🌍 Overseas teaching experience. 📝 I help students to pass TOCFL/HSK. 🏫 Teach in language schools and Chinese language centres. 👩🏻‍💻 I teach Chinese both online and offline.

BusinessTest Preparation
USD 43.00/Hour
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher cici2018.
5.0

304 Lessons

cici2018id verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
·
English
+2

Cici🏅国际教师/八年+教学经验 🔥 十節課自信開口說英文 🌈TOP語培機構八年+ing英文教學經驗 🌈教授學生逾五百人🏆 🌈持有英語教師資格證🏆 🌈持有BEC劍橋商務英語證🏆 🌈授課風格:啟發式教學,耐心,風趣幽默 🌈英語語言文學專業,標准地道發音 🌈課堂氛圍輕松,情景教學,貼近生活,學英文不枯燥 🌈認真耐心,助你自信開口講英語 🌈教學個性化,根據學生情況定制學習內容 🌈助力你的英文會話、語法、閱讀、写作、各類考試 🌈原版教材THINK/Power Up/KET/PET I am a teacher with more than eight years of teaching experience. I am patient and love language teaching . For the past years, I mainly taught children and adults. To inspire the student to learn before teaching anything is what I had been sticking to during my years of teaching. ✅✅✅招生年龄段:英语基础薄弱人群✅✅✅ ⛳️⛳️⛳️⛳️⛳️⛳️⛳️課程介紹⛳️⛳️⛳️⛳️⛳️⛳️⛳️ 🍒综合英语課程 🍒 🍊情景式教學,貼近生活 🍊培養興趣,學習表達,提升閱讀能力 🍊詞匯聽力口語寫作綜合 🍊發音糾正 🍊閱讀寫作專項訓練 🍊系統學習詞性、語法 🍊詞匯聽力口語寫作綜合課程 🍊閱讀寫作專項訓練 🍊教材:剑桥,新概念,Think,Power Up,KET, PET等可以根据基础选择 🏵出国生活旅游英語🏵 ⭐️糾正發音 ⭐️日常交流會話 ⭐️主題話題教學 ⭐️語法教學 💫专升本英语考试提升💫 --专升本英语考试基础夯实和提升 --提升工作場景口语溝通能力 🍀根據學生水平、學習目標製定專屬課程 🍀課前請私信老師,溝通學習目標和課程期望 🍀如需取消課程,提前12小時免費取消或者改期哦 🍀準時上課,勿遲到哦,如有特殊情況改期,請提前私信老師 🍀課程開始後的十五分鐘若還未出席,該課程會確認已完成!!! 🍀歡迎您預約課程,期待與你上課哦!

USD 10.00/trial
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher Sei.
5.0

5,743 Lessons

Seiid verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
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Japanese
Native
·English
·German
+1

Certified language teacher with 7 years of teaching experience. Fluent in Japanese&English&Chinese! I like working one-on-one with students because each lesson is different and dynamic. My lessons are always adapted to the students’ needs, such as building up the foundation for a new language, practicing daily, business conversation, or preparing for job interviews or presentations. After teaching more than a thousand lessons, I feel comfortable and confident to teach all levels, different learning styles and purposes. I’m native in Chinese and Japanese. I also speak English fluently, so I can use each language to teach. 大家好!我叫史茜玉。我在中国出生、在日本长大。我的母语是中文和日语、我也会说英语。所以我可以用这三种语言来上课。我的课会特别轻松愉快(^^)很期待在网上和大家见面!

USD 35.00/trial
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher Chloe.Liu.
5.0

88 Lessons

Chloe.Liuid verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
·
English
+2

🎤 Speaking & 💼 Business Coach | 📚 HSK 1-6 Expert | 🧩 Interactive & Personalized | ✨ Passionate 👋 Hi, I’m Chloe! Based in Chengdu, I’m a certified professional passionate about fitness, travel, and effective language learning. New to italki, but a veteran with 1,800+ lessons taught worldwide! 📌 Why Learn with Me? 🎓 Qualified: B.A. in Education + Mandarin Proficiency Level 1. ⏱️ Proven: 1,800+ hours teaching students from 29+ countries. 📈 Trusted: 95%+ student renewal rate. I spot your weak points instantly! 🚀 My Signature Courses 1、Business Chinese (Expert Level): With 10 years in multinational business, I help you master authentic Chinese for meetings, negotiations, and presentations. I’ve coached directors to successfully secure China partnerships! 2、Conversational Chinese: Beginner: Role-play 200+ real-life scenarios. Intermediate/Advanced: Break through grammar bottlenecks and master "thinking in Chinese." 3、HSK 1–6 & HSKK: Systematic, low-stress training. My students typically see score jumps of 10-26%. 🎓 My Teaching Style I’m more than just a teacher; I’m your language partner and friend. My lessons are interactive, flexible, and tailored to your logic. Whether for exams, career, or daily life, I build your confidence by focusing on natural expressions and practical usage. Let’s explore the charm of Chinese together. Book your trial today!

USD 10.00/trial
Available 03:30 Tomorrow
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher Fang Jhu.
5.0

2,709 Lessons

Fang Jhuid verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
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English
·Chinese (Taiwanese)
Native
·French

Certified teacher/ Fulbright scholar 2022-2023 / future wordsmith/ bubble tea enthusiast !! IF YOUR LESSON PACKAGE IS EXPIRING SOON, DON'T FORGET TO EXTEND/ TERMINATE IT, I DON'T WANT YOU TO LOSE MONEY!! Languages and sports are two of my interests. I actually think learning a language is a lot like training for sports. Frequent practicing and working with an experienced coach will help you progress rapidly. I am both a Mandarin teacher and a language learner, so I know what difficulties you may encounter. I can share my learning experience and useful learning resources with you and I will use the vocabulary and grammar you have learned to teach you. 語言跟運動都是我的興趣,學語言就像是運動,有經驗的教練指導加上不斷練習就會進步。我也是語言學習者,所以我知道你可能會遇到的困難,我可以跟你分享語言學習經驗及好用的學習資源,我會用你學過的單字跟語法進行教學,跟你一起進步。

USD 15.00/trial
Available 09:30 Tomorrow
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher Wen  *╹▽╹*.
5.0

197 Lessons

Wen *╹▽╹*id verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
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English
·Korean
+1

Experienced & Engaging Teacher with Over 10 Years of Expertise 😉 I was majored in Teaching Chinese as a Second Language and hold a Master’s Degree. In addition, I also hold a Teaching Qualification Certificate, a Mandarin Proficiency Certificate, an HSK Administrator Qualification Certificate, and a Confucius Institute Teacher Qualification Certificate. I was previously a teacher at the Confucius Institute, and later worked at universities in China and South Korea, as well as in high schools and companies.I’ve been teaching for over 10 years, and I believe that I can definitely help you boost your Chinese Level.ヾ(◍°∇°◍)ノ゙

USD 10.00/trial
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher Dee.
5.0

6,404 Lessons

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

Senior Mandarin Teacher | 10+ Years | 8,000+ Lessons | Speaking-Focused Hi, I'm Dee. I've been teaching Mandarin for over 10 years and have taught 8,000+ lessons, online and in person, to adult learners around the world. I'm returning to full-time teaching this October, with more availability for new and returning students. My lessons are clear, practical, and focused on speaking. I help adult English speakers use Mandarin in real life — not just memorize textbook sentences. If you've studied Mandarin before but still freeze when it's your turn to speak, we'll work on the gap between what you understand and what you can actually say. I break pronunciation and sentence patterns into simple, logical steps, so you can understand how Chinese works instead of just memorizing rules. What makes my classes different is your Personal Learning Profile. We build it together from your first lesson and update it as you improve. You'll always know what to review, what to practise, and what to work on next. I'm also developing AI-enhanced practice tools to make review between lessons smarter and easier. AI doesn't replace the teacher — it helps you keep learning between classes. If you're tired of memorizing Chinese you never actually use, or you want to turn what you already know into real conversation, I'd love to work with you. Book a trial lesson, and we'll start your Personal Learning Profile from day one.

USD 9.90/trial
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher Clara (Ying).
5.0

18 Lessons

Clara (Ying)id verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
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English
·Spanish

Speak Natural Mandarin Through Stories & Real-Life Conversation (Intermediate) What sets my teaching apart is a calm, low-pressure environment where speaking feels safe and natural. I believe language learning works best when it’s enjoyable, meaningful, and connected to real life. In our lessons, we may use short stories, pictures, comics, lyrics, or video clips - always based on your interests. The goal is not to “perform perfectly,” but to practice expressing real ideas in real Mandarin. As a language learner myself, I understand the ups and downs of the process. You don’t need to overthink or prepare heavily. We focus on steady, natural progress through relaxed and consistent practice!

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

6,622 Lessons

Learn with Yu Zheid verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
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Chinese (Taiwanese)
Native
·English
·French
+2

I am very passionate about both learning and teaching language. I put forward a unique classroom experience to my students with a multifaceted approach that covers the very same techniques I have used to vastly expand my own language abilities. I understand what it takes to be a good teacher, and understand what students really need at their own different stages of progression. With that in mind, it is my pleasure to help you get through this language journey efficiently and with the right tools.

USD 10.00/trial
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher 王老师(Lily Chinese).
5.0

4,673 Lessons

王老师(Lily Chinese)id verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
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Chinese (Other)
Native
·English

* Certified,professional, easy-going* The course I provide: * Children's Chinese * General Chinese * Conversational practice * Business Chinese * Test preparation * Customized Chinese

KidsBusinessTest Preparation
USD 20.00/trial
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher 李子木 Lǐ Zǐmù.
5.0

7,104 Lessons

李子木 Lǐ Zǐmùid verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
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English
+1

✅Kids/Adults ✅Beginner/Intermediate/Advanced I have 5 years of experience teaching Chinese as a foreign language, with over 5000 one-on-one online lessons. I hold a Level 2 Certificate in Standard Mandarin and have studied child psychology and modern Chinese. I specialize in teaching children and helping students prepare for YCT and HSK exams. If your goal is to improve your spoken Chinese, I’ll guide you with fun and practical questions to help you speak more fluently and confidently. Let’s enjoy learning together in a relaxed and supportive environment!

USD 8.00/trial
Available 23:30 Today
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher Susie.
5.0

28 Lessons

Susieid verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
·
English
+1

CTCSOL Certified|A level Mandarin Certificate|Personalized Course|Fun and Relaxed Class I am a certified teacher with four years of teaching experience. My students come from different countries and different ages. They all enjoy my lessons because they find me to be a patient person. I will tailor the courses for their needs and teach them at their own pace, so that they all love to learn Chinese and make remarkable progress!

USD 15.00/trial
Available 09:30 Tomorrow
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher Juan Wang.
5.0

703 Lessons

Juan Wangid verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
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English
+1

我有多次家教兼职经历,其中就包括辅导不同年龄段学生的中文学习和中文写作训练,希望我的经历能帮助到更多喜欢中文的人。

Medical
USD 7.00/trial
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher BINGBING.
5.0

333 Lessons

BINGBINGid verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
·
English
+2

耐心友好的中文老师 我持有国际汉语教师证书(CTCSOL),有一年的对外汉语线上教学经验。课堂上,我会挑选像旅行、美食、爱好这类贴近日常生活的主题,引导学生进行对话和练习。学生表达时,我会认真倾听,帮他们准确用词、纠正错误,同时传授地道自然的汉语表达习惯。我的教学内容包括拼音、生词释义、句子结构和日常对话练习。我教导过不少零基础的初学者,非常熟悉HSK课程的教学,能够帮助学生顺利通过HSK等级考试。

USD 7.00/trial

What our Chinese (Mandarin) students say

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  • Erika S

    Learning Chinese (Mandarin)

    My daughter is at a primary school in Singapore. Her school Chinese teacher often scolded her, and she came to dislike Chinese itself. Anna 老师encouraged her so much and gave her practical study tips, and they practised the oral exam and compositions together. In her composition test, she remembered what Anna 老师 had told her. She is much more positive about Chinese now. I highly recommend this teacher to any child who has lost confidence in Chinese.

  • Thu Luong

    Learning Chinese (Mandarin)

    In the beginning I trialled a few other teachers but stuck to Catherine because I found her lessons the best. I have been learning with Catherine for 6 months and have found her lessons to be engaging and very helpful. She can vary the lessons according to my needs. Initially I was travelling to China, so we did travel related lessons but now I want to improve my conversational skills, so she further adapted the lesson. She sends notes and homework after each lesson which helps me stay disciplined. I highly recommend Catherine as a tutor. Jiāyóu!

  • Мария

    Мария

    Learning Chinese (Mandarin)

    An excellent teacher — highly professional and dedicated. The classes were always conducted in a fun and highly informative manner. She helped me prepare for HSK 7–9, and it's really hard to find a teacher like her these days. Many thanks!

  • Ethan Jackson

    Ethan Jackson

    Learning Chinese (Mandarin)

    Recently my schedule has been packed and work keeps me extremely busy, yet just thinking about my Chinese lessons fills me with joy! I feel so, so lucky to have found Jianxin, a truly one-of-a-kind Chinese teacher! For someone like me who tends to bury himself in work, learning Chinese has never felt like a task or a burden. On the contrary, it's become my little escape — a quiet, joyful pause in the middle of a hectic life. I honestly believe that only Jianxin could make learning a language feel this light and magical. In class, her boundless energy and wholehearted dedication to teaching have deeply inspired me, and little by little, they've changed the way I think about learning. For me, studying Chinese isn’t a short-term goal — it’s a journey I want to pursue long-term. Every lesson gives me more than language skills; I soak up her passion and energy, leaving class excited for what’s ahead. I have the deepest admiration for Jianxin — she's truly special!

  • Philipp

    Philipp

    Learning Chinese (Mandarin)

    Jan ist der perfekte Lehrer. Immer pünktlich, die Ruhe in Person und er kann gut mit meiner tiefen Frustschwelle umgehen. Der Unterricht ist immer ein guter Mix aus kleinen Dialogen, Besprechung von Fragen und Vokabular, Aussprachetraining, Einheiten aus Lehrmitteln und freien Themen. Sein Deutsch ist wirklich ausserordentlich gut, so kann ich auch mal erklären, was ich eigentlich sagen wollte, wenn ein von mir zusammengebastelter Satz mal unverständlich ist. Meine Syntax ist teilweise an den Haaren herbeigezogen und er checkt trotzdem was ich sagen wollte. Beim Fremdsprachen lernen habe ich eine recht hohe Hemmschwelle einfach zu sprechen und sätze auszuprobieren. Bei Jan habe ich das mittlerweile verloren und kann hemmungslos üben. Ich kann Jan nur wärmstens empfehlen: immer höflich, nett, aufmerksam, kompetent und motivierend. Sein Unterricht strukturiert, lehrreich und interessant.

  • Parker

    Parker

    Learning Chinese (Mandarin)

    Zhang laoshi is a very kind and encouraging teacher! I enjoy the cheerful nature of her classes and the way she explains new words with lots of patience. She's receptive to studying any materials of my choosing, we just finished working through a Chinese mythological story I bought, she explained any words or grammar point i didn't understand. It was lots of fun! I especially like her attentiveness in correcting my pronunciation mistakes.

  • Christina Giles

    Christina Giles

    Learning Chinese (Mandarin)

    今天我们复习了语法和(词(?))。Today, we reviewed grammar and vocabulary. Yasmine was very patient with me when I had forgotten the pronunciation of some characters. First, she would give me a hint; if I still couldn't remember it, she would tell me the word again and and the meaning. I appreciate her calm and patient way of teaching me, because helps me gain the confidence/motivation to practice, instead of avoiding it due to fear of making mistakes. 谢谢老师。

  • Vance

    Vance

    Learning Chinese (Mandarin)

    I've studied with Dan regularly for five years and I recommend him for all levels of learners! It can be difficult to find a reliable teacher on italki, but he has been very reliable for a long time. He provides the structure and the materials. We follow the HSK textbooks and he is very flexible, working at whatever pace suits you, slowing down when something needs more time. He also has deep knowledge of Chinese culture and history, which really helps put things into context and is always fun to learn about. So much of what I know about China comes from Dan. He is well-prepared and very experienced.

  • Luke

    Luke

    Learning Chinese (Mandarin)

    Was an absolute pleasure to start with Eva today. She quickly adapted to my level with incredible precision, and was happy to let my ADHD-topic-hopping brain run free at times while also keeping us on task. Learned lots of new words but most importantly: she has excellent control of how fast she speaks (I prefer practicing with fast speech for the challenge of hanging on for dear life as meaning flies by and I try to catch it as this is how real life happens) while also tailoring word choice and grammatical styling. She also came very prepared even for the first lesson!

  • Stephanie Mishler

    Stephanie Mishler

    Learning Chinese (Mandarin)

    I think very highly of Elena (Guo Ping) and have found our lessons incredibly valuable for developing my Mandarin. She is professional, thoughtful, and very good at tailoring each lesson to my goals while still keeping a clear sense of structure and purpose. What makes her especially enjoyable to learn with is that there is room to be yourself, have natural conversations, and actually have fun without the lesson ever feeling unfocused. I always leave our sessions feeling energized and like I’ve made real progress. I would highly recommend Elena to anyone looking for a personalized learning experience that is flexible and engaging, while still structured and professional.

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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!