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Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher Tiffany wu.
5.0

55 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.

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Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher Andrea.
5.0

14 Lessons

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

🇹🇼 MOE-Certified Mandarin Teacher | TESOL Holder | Fun, Clear, Real-World Learning! ✔ I’ve helped students pass the TOCFL (Test of Chinese as a Foreign Language) ✔ I hold the Taiwan Ministry of Education Certificate of Qualification to Teach Mandarin Chinese as a Second/Foreign Language and TESOL Certification ✔ I’ve taught both online and offline for learners from all over the world 公費赴美留學經歷 ✔ TESOL國際英語教學證照 ✔ 與外籍老師合授ESL課程 ✔ 線上/線下多年教學經驗 ✔ 曾協助學生順利通過 華語文能力測驗(TOCFL)✔ 擁有 台灣教育部核發的華語教學資格證書(Ministry of Education Certificate of Qualification to Teach Mandarin Chinese as a Second/Foreign Language)✔

USD 8.00/trial
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher Meihui.
5.0

8,861 Lessons

Meihuiid verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
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Chinese (Other)
Native
·English
·Korean

8500+ lessons | Professional teacher with over 9 years of teaching experience Hi, everyone. My name is Meihui and I am a native Chinese speaker from Wuhan. I graduated with a master’s degree of management in 2017. I like learning languages, traveling and singing. We can talk about different topics and share our opinions to each other. I am a passionate language learner and experienced teacher. I really love teaching Chinese and learning languages. I have been teaching Chinese on italki for more than three years with a lot of teaching experience. And I have taught a lot of students from all over the world. I would like to share my experience to you and help you improve your Chinese abilities. If you really want to speak Chinese like native Chinese speakers, I will help you change your thought patterns. I will provide word and powerpoint documents, textbooks, learning materials, etc. 1. Accuracy practice: Please DON’T have “How do you say this in Chinese?” this kind of thought. Only use the words and phrases which are real Chinese to make sentences or conversations by yourself and then memorize them. Repeat and repeat them many times. Then you’ll find when you talk with Chinese people, you can use those expressions you have made without thinking too much. I think it’s a quick way to improve your Chinese skills. 2. Fluency practice: Feel free to talk with me and ask any questions about China. I’ll prepare different topics or you can talk about your life with me. You can also choose the way you like to learn Chinese.

USD 13.80/trial
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher Amber Bian.
5.0

913 Lessons

Amber Bianid verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
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English

从这一刻开始学习吧!需要其他时间请联系我。 Experience related to teaching Chinese worked in TV station, advertising and trade industries for more than 10 years. taught 1-1 Chinese lessons in two foreign companies for five years. Education and Certificate Bachelor’s degree in Management, a Master’s degree of language & literature News Editor Certificate (Intermediate) the National Teacher Certificate (Chinese) Putonghua test rank certificate (Grade 1 Grade B) Chinese really give me fun; it could give you too, because we can make them into fantastic things. I hope you have some basic conversation abilities, so that I could bring you much more interesting things about Chinese. Specialized at business Chinese. Talk with me about your learning plan, I will try my best to help you. I like conversation learning style, because you can find a lot words and sentence structure you really need with open mind, and your mistakes will appear when you are not aware of it. What you need to do just release to talk and try all your Chinese to talk, at least don’t stop to ask. I will collect the word and structures your need and mistakes you need to correct, it will be the learning materials for our next part and the part after next part.

Business
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Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher 文歆Wenxin.
5.0

1,751 Lessons

文歆Wenxinid verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
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German
·English
+2

I used to be a tutor for Chinese classes (Modern Chinese IV) at the University of Freiburg and attend Chinese classes with German students for three years, so I know how Germans learn Chinese at university. 我曾经担任过弗莱堡大学汉语课(现代汉语IV)的助教,并且和德国同学们一起参加了三年的汉语课,比较了解德国人在大学如何学习汉语。

USD 6.00/trial
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher CODY.
5.0

2,412 Lessons

CODYid verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
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Chinese (Cantonese)
Native
·English
·Indonesian

Passionate in teaching | 热爱教学 *More than 2000classes. *5 years of teaching experience. *Like teaching children. *Prepare your lessons to meet your need. *Prepare various auxiliary tools: PPT,videos, pictures, songs, games. *Simplified characters and traditional characters can be used.超过2000节课;5年的教学经验;喜欢教小朋友;认真备课;准备各种辅助工具:PPT,视频,图片,歌曲,游戏。可使用简体字与繁体字。 Saya sering mengajar teman asing saya untuk belajar bahasa Mandarin.Juga sering mengajar anak-anak Mandarin dan Pinyin.

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Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher lina.
5.0

1,849 Lessons

linaid verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
+1

我在italki上教中文已经有四年时间了,遇到过许多学生,也遇到过各种学习中的问题,慢慢也摸索出了一些适合自己的教学方法。我发现很多同学虽然认识不少汉字,也能读书、写日记,但一到开口交流的时候,就常常听不懂别人在说什么,也不太敢表达自己。这其实是因为听力和口语练习得还不够。

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

229 Lessons

HUAid verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
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Korean
Native
·English
+5

Understand Chinese Logic, Speak Naturally | HSK · HSKK · YCT . Conversation 🧩 Does Chinese feel harder than it should? Have you studied Chinese for a while but still struggle to speak naturally? Maybe you know a lot of vocabulary and grammar, but still find it difficult to form natural sentences. ✨ If that sounds familiar, I can help you. Chinese becomes much easier when you understand the logic behind the language instead of simply memorizing words and grammar. In my lessons, I help you understand why Chinese is said that way, so you can create your own sentences and speak more naturally. 🌟 What can we work on? 🗣️ Conversation, grammar, pronunciation, HSK, business Chinese, and practical Chinese for travel and everyday life. 👩‍🏫 Why learn with me? I'm a native Chinese speaker with a Master's degree from Yonsei University and 5,000+ hours of teaching experience. I've taught learners from beginners to advanced students and have also worked as a professional interpreter, including experience with Hyundai Motor Group and Kyowon Edutech. 🇰🇷 I speak Korean fluently, so I can clearly explain the differences between Chinese and Korean and help Korean-speaking learners understand difficult grammar and expressions. 📝 After each lesson, I'll provide personalized learning materials and organized class notes for review. 🚀 Ready to make Chinese finally make sense? Book a lesson and let's find the best learning direction for you!

USD 15.00/trial
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher Yányan.
5.0

29 Lessons

Yányanid verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
·
English

📚💻CTCSOL Certified Native Chinese teacher with 4+ years of teaching experience 🍀Hi! I'm yanyan. ▪️A native Chinese speaker with standard Chinese(Mandarin) accent from Northern China. 🔹Can speak Chinese and English. ▪️Majored in teaching Chinese as a second language. 🔹 CTCSOL certified professional Chinese teacher ▪️More than 3 years teaching experience and conducted over 1000 lessons. 🔹 Interested in learning about the culture and language of different countries, ▪️Have great passion in teaching Chinese. 🔹Well-prepared for lessons. 🌟Specialize in Chinese teaching for adults. 🔹Experienced in teaching all levels (Zero,Beginners,Intermediate and Advanced). 🌟Have more than 3 years of teaching experience and conducted over 1000 lessons. 🔹Guiding students pass the HSK&HSKK with high scores. 🌟The types of my lessons including HSK(Chinese Proficiency Test)&HSKK(HSK Speaking Test)Survival Chinese/Spoken Chinese, etc.  💡During lessons, I will help you: 1. Correct pronunciation. 2.Enlarge your vocabularies. 3.Make conversation practice. 4.Use correct grammar to do authentic Chinese expressions. 5.Understand the culture behind the language. I will offer abundant practical examples to let you have a deeper understanding for Chinese learning and using.Powerpoint, pictures or videos would be also assist. The keywords related to my teaching style is "relaxed⭐️comfortable🌟interactive⭐️immersion". I am patient and would like to listen to the students problems.

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Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher Mia.
5.0

1,490 Lessons

Miaid verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
·
English

more than 10 years of Chinese teaching experience, most popular with kids ,Individualized teaching Are u having a challenge time studing Chinese?well,join me as i take you on an exciting journey to master Chinese.My name is jiajia, and iam a native Chinese speaker,and teaching is my passion, i have taught Chinese for three years.no matter u r begginer or have been in learning Chinese for many years,whether u want to work on ur pronunciation,increase ur vocabulary,improve ur oral and written grammar,u can always come to me .and i have lots of test books,pdf ,i can share with u .i believe i am the one who can make ur Chinese class fun and effective.so welcome to my classroom!

Kids
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Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher Tina.
5.0

54 Lessons

Tinaid verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
·
English

✅Certified CTCSOL Teacher✅Doctoral degree with over 10 years experience ✅HSK✅YCT✅Oral Chinese✅Busine Hi, I'm Tina from northern China, a certified CTCSOL teacher with Putonghua Level 2A and bilingual teaching credentials. My expertise spans HSK, YCT, Oral, Business, Medical, Scientific, and Travel Chinese. I’ve taught students aged 6 to 65, making learning accessible for everyone. I love sharing Chinese culture alongside language, creating a vibrant and memorable journey for each learner. If you’re seeking a patient, experienced teacher who personalizes your Chinese learning, I’m here to help you succeed!

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Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher YOYO.
YOYOid verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
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Chinese (Hokkien)
Native
·English
·Chinese (Cantonese)

拥有五年的认证中文老师 我已经教学了几千个小时。我的学生在学习上取得了良好的进步。我的学生成功地通过了HSK考试,能够自信地用中文表达自己,并提高了他们的商务技能。”

USD 30.00/trial
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher Jessica Lai.
5.0

1,135 Lessons

Jessica Laiid verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
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Chinese (Cantonese)
·English
·Chinese (Hakka)
+2

Multi-lingual: Mandarin, Cantonese, English and Hakka 【订课前必读 / Pre‑class Notice】 ‼️⚠️请首次订课新生先与老师沟通 ‼️⚠️italki自带上课平台不太稳定,订课的同学请【下载Teams、微信上课】 ‼️⛔️除不可抗力为由及平台合规可由学生操作的24小时内课程更改申请外,【不接受不接受不接受】任何时间更改及补课请求,【课时费不予退返】,学会尊重他人的时间成本!!!请大家准时上课,紧急情况请提前至少1日告知。 ‼️⚠️ New students, pls communicate with me BEFORE booking your first lesson. ‼️⚠️Pls download Teams or WeChat for classes only, as the built‑in italki Classroom system is UNEATABLE. ‼️⛔️ Except for course rescheduling requests made within 24 hours due to force majeure or italki’s compliance issues that students can handle, rescheduling or make‑up lessons are 【UNACCEPTED】. Fees are 【NON‑REFUNDABLE】. Please value other’s time and attend class punctually!!! Give 1‑days’ advance notice for emergencies. 【老师介绍 / About Me】 感谢您阅读到这里。我拥有5年教学经验,2021年8月起在italki教授普通话、粤语、客家话及英语。过往工作经历可以拓展课堂话题,课堂氛围偏向轻松,擅长用生活化的话题带动交流。摒弃了死板的填鸭式教学,我更希望带领大家轻松开口、自然积累,真正学以致用。 Thank you for reading my profile. I am a multilingual teacher with 5‑year experience. Since August 2021, I have taught Mandarin, Cantonese, Hakka and English on italki. My former career helps develop varied topics for relaxed‑style lessons. I avoid cramming‑style teaching and motivate students to practise spontaneous daily‑life communication. 【课程内容 / Course Content】 拼音、词汇、句型、实景对话、课前课后复习、俚语与本土习俗 Pinyin, vocabulary, sentence patterns, real‑life dialogues, pre‑class & post‑class review, slang and local customs 【教学风格 / Teaching Style】 寓教于乐,课堂氛围轻松,侧重日常口语实用练习。 Edutainment‑based relaxed‑format lessons focused on practical daily‑speech training.

KidsBusiness
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Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher Darrell.
4.9

395 Lessons

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

高中英语教师资格证、剑桥CELTA证书、CTCSOL证书。擅长成绩提升、成人语言训练 我曾在多所学校任教,这让我积累了教授成人和中学生的经验。在教学期间,我帮助许多学生提高了英语水平,无论是为了工作、学习还是日常交流。我认为针对每个学生的不同需求采用不同的内容和教学方法非常有益,因此我总是根据每个学生的需求定制课程。我现在还持有国际中文教师证书,能够满足你的中文学习需求。 I have worked in various schools, which gave me the experience of teaching adults and middle school/ high school students. I helped many students to improve their English, for work, school and general purposes. I find it beneficial to apply different teaching methods for each student, therefore I always customise lessons to suit the needs of each student. I also hold CTCSOL certificate, which enables me to teach Mandarin Chinese. Hope we can have a great time working together! :-)

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Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher Daisy.
5.0

2 Lessons

Daisyid verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
·
English
+1

母语中文教师 | 5 年 + 线上教学经验 | 1000 + 授课案例 | 平台教师资格认证 | HSK1-6 | Conversation Chinese | Beginner Chinese | 我专业从事线上汉语教学5+年,经验丰富,擅长教零基础、日常口语、考试备考和职场汉语,适合所有年龄和水平的学生。我不只教语言,还会带你轻松了解真实的中国文化。 ✅ 量身定制课程,因材施教 课前了解你的学习目标和基础,为你规划专属学习计划。零基础轻松学拼音、声调、常用句子;有基础的同学重点提升地道口语和高阶表达,学习更高效。 ✅ 实景课堂,学完马上就能用 用情景对话、角色扮演、真实生活场景练习,不枯燥、不死板。重点多开口、多练习,全面提升听说读写能力,告别哑巴中文。 ✅ 耐心教学,轻松克服开口恐惧 知识点讲得简单易懂,耐心纠错,没有学习压力。上课顺便分享成都美食、传统节日、生活习俗,边学语言,边感受中国烟火文化。 ✅ 懂文化差异,更懂外国学生

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Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher Debbie Wang.
5.0

605 Lessons

Debbie Wangid verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
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English
·Hebrew
+2

Experienced and most patient Chinese language teacher, help you to speak Chinese like a native! In my humble opinion, learning a foreign language requires good pronunciation and to think like a Chinese person. I will correct your intonation/pronunciation, and I will expose you to Chinese culture so you could switch your brain to think like a Chinese and to speak like a native.

USD 25.00/trial
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher Learn with Yu Zhe.
5.0

6,667 Lessons

Learn with Yu Zheid verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
·
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.

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Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher Amy W.
4.9

1,116 Lessons

Amy Wid verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
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Japanese
·English
·Vietnamese
+2

I have over one year of Chinese education experience. My students come from different countries, different cultural backgrounds, and different age groups. I love education and enjoy seeing the progress of students. I will help you to remember what we learned during the class and will be very patient to make our class more interesting and effective. ✨中国語は発音が難しいと思われている方もいらっしゃると思いますが、大丈夫です。正しい発音のコツさえ掴めばそんなに難しくないものです。 ✨私の講座では日常会話や旅行に使える中国語にくわえ、HSK対策にも対応いたしております。専用のテキストを使い1~6級までレベルに合わせてご指導いたします。 ✨また、キッズ用教材も取り揃えておりますのでお子様の中国語学習にご興味をお持ちの方もお気軽にご相談ください。 ✨スピーキング能力の向上を目指している方には、ご希望のテーマに沿った会話練習をおこなうこともできます。 一人ひとりに合わせた授業スタイルをモットーにしています。一緒に楽しく中国語を勉強しましょう。

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Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher Brittany.
5.0

1,155 Lessons

Brittanyid verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
·
English
+1

🇨🇳 Chinese Conversation Coach |🎙️ Former Radio Anchor | 🌏 Culture Explorer 👋 Hi, I'm Brittany! Have you studied Chinese for a while but still feel nervous when speaking with native speakers? Maybe you know the vocabulary and grammar, but when a real conversation starts, you don’t know what to say next. That’s exactly what I help students with. ✨ My goal is simple: I help learners turn Chinese knowledge into real conversations. Over the past 6 years, I’ve helped students from around the world become more confident Chinese speakers through conversations and cultural discussions. 🌟 What makes my lessons different? Instead of focusing only on textbooks, we use Chinese to talk about real life: 🏮 Chinese culture and traditions 💍 Dating, marriage, and family life in China 🧳 Travel experiences 🚗 Modern Chinese society 🤖 Technology and AI 🌏 Cultural differences around the world These topics help you connect with Chinese people naturally. 🎙️ As a former radio anchor, I can help you improve: ✅ Pronunciation ✅ Listening comprehension ✅ Natural expressions ✅ Conversational confidence Most importantly, my classroom is a place where you can relax and speak. My students often describe my lessons as: 🌱 Comfortable 🌱 Encouraging 🌱 Friendly 🌱 Like talking with a Chinese friend Even beginners are welcome. One of my students started with almost no Chinese and now confidently uses Chinese while traveling around China. You don’t need perfect Chinese. Just a supportive environment. 🇨🇳 Let’s build your confidence and discover the real China together!

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Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher Junjun.
5.0

1,077 Lessons

Junjunid verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
·
English
+1

Certified tutor;Learn Mandarin Systemically; Conversation Practice; HSK Test Preparation. Hello, I’m Junjun. 😊 I am a certified Mandarin teacher (CTCSOL) with over 1000 teaching hours. I have worked with more than 100 learners from 20+ countries around the world. I hold a Master’s degree in Translation & Interpreting. With professional experience at large global‑scale corporations, I bring solid cross‑cultural communication insight to my classes. Whether you are a complete beginner or an advanced learner aiming for HSK 4‑6 exams, I design custom‑made slides, exercises and scenario‑based materials tailored to your learning goals and cultural background. Around 80 % of my students have successfully passed their HSK 4‑6 examinations. Beyond textbooks, I love music, art, food and travel. We can talk about daily life, culture, business scenarios or exam preparation according to what you really need. 📌 Please watch my introductory video before booking to get more information about my lessons. 💡 Special note: If you have completed 20 or more lessons with me before April 2021, please select the **“Returning‑students Only”** booking slot. Looking forward to starting our Mandarin‑learning journey together!

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    Ghanimah

    Learning Chinese (Mandarin)

    It has been 3 weeks since I’ve started learning Mandarin with Pei in anticipation for my trip to Taiwan. I truly could not have chosen a better teacher! Pei is extremely kind, encouraging, and patient! After gauging my level and discussing my goals during the trial lesson, she was able to immediately provide me with the perfect learning plan based on my needs; and it has been going flawlessly! I am progressing quickly, and feel that I have built up the confidence I’ll need to communicate with ease during my trip. One thing I love about Pei’s lessons is how immersive they are. She always encourages me to use Mandarin wherever possible, even if I happen to say something in passing that’s unrelated to the lesson. That way, the language rolls off my tongue more naturally. She also teaches me everyday vocab & phrases used in Taiwan that aren’t found in textbooks, which I love! I can't recommend Pei enough!

  • Kevin Wu

    Learning Chinese (Mandarin)

    I have enjoyed working with 小雪 for about a year, as I progressed from HSK3 to HSK6+. She is well read and spontaneously conversational across a wide range of topics spanning from culture to STEM. For example, she was able to correct and guide my production of domain-specific vocabulary in fields ranging from Chinese animated cow film memes, to emergent abilities in LLMs, to Scandinavian pigeon behavior...

  • 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!

  • Alex

    Alex

    Learning Chinese (Mandarin)

    I've been studying Mandarin Chinese at the beginner from Maggie for a few months now, and I like the approach she takes. She gives instruction just in Chinese as much as possible, using objects around us and word sheets she's made as chances to introduce vocabulary. She's also willing to explain usage patterns (e.g. grammar, word choice), again in Chinese as much as possible with written examples. Today I managed to describe my weekend to her in Chinese. It took some back and forth, but she used every difficulty as a chance to teach something new.

  • 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.

  • Lan Youtube

    Learning Chinese (Mandarin)

    As a Vietnamese speaker who speaks both English and Vietnamese, I also appreciate that Jenny is fluent in both languages. She can explain Chinese concepts clearly in either English or Vietnamese, which is especially helpful when I have difficulty understanding a particular grammar point or expression. Her ability to explain Chinese from both language perspectives makes learning much easier and more effective. She provides well-structured and easy-to-follow learning materials, which makes it much easier to review and understand each lesson. What I especially appreciate is her ability to understand the challenges I face as a Vietnamese speaker learning Chinese. She recognizes that certain Chinese sounds, grammar structures, and sentence patterns can be confusing from a Vietnamese learner’s perspective. Overall, she is a patient, supportive, and knowledgeable teacher. Her structured approach and clear explanations have helped me build a stronger foundation in Chinese.

  • 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。

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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!