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Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher Clara (Ying).
5.0

17 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
Available 11:15 Tomorrow
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher Wendy Zhang.
5.0

2,789 Lessons

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

10 years working in business corporate, and 11 years teaching exprience of Mandarin. My classes focus on practical expression and cultural insight, integrating the cultural heritage of the north and the perspective of life in the south. I am dedicated to teaching Chinese to working professionals, helping Huawei, Tencent, IKEA, Facebook, BUT, and other enterprise students efficiently break through language barriers. My extensive travel experience has enabled me to better understand the collision between 'Chinese thinking' and global perspectives. I’ll tailor lessons to your real-world needs. With me, every class bridges theory and practice, building not only fluency but cultural confidence. To learn practical Chinese, not just textbook language, feel free to join the conversation! Teaching Characteristics: #Practical - Expand words more than the course book, and emphasize the practical expressions in daily life and work. #Precise - Provides accurate and clear explanations of grammar, vocabulary, and pronunciation. #Personalized - Recognizes the unique learning needs and styles of each student. Tailors the teaching approach to accommodate individual differences. #Patience - Takes time to explain concepts thoroughly to ensure comprehension. Shows tolerance and understanding when students make mistakes or have difficulties. #Pleasant - Creates a positive and enjoyable learning environment. Interactive humor, and interesting learning materials.

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USD 11.00/trial
Available 06:00 Tomorrow
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher Christie.
5.0

542 Lessons

Christieid verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
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English
·French
·Chinese (Cantonese)
+1

Certified Mandarin teacher and English teacher +4 years teaching experience/持证上岗+经验丰富+快乐学习 Chinese teaching experiences • Holding the Certificate for Teachers of Chinese to Speaks of other Languages (CTCSOL) • Have worked as a Mandarin assistant at Webster University English teaching experiences • Have worked as a private tutor for many Chinese students. • Have helped people from France, Russia, and Taiwan, China with their speaking. • Have helped 2 girls reach their IELTS goals. • Multiple experiences in university applications including writing resume, motivation letters, and interviews 中文教学经验 • 拥有国际汉语教师资格证,普通话二级甲等 • 曾在韦伯斯特大学中文社团担任助教 英文教学经验 • 持有高中英语教师资格证 • 两段外企工作经历 • 雅思听说读写辅导经验 • 考研英文面试经验 • 曾DIY成功申请到纽约大学,乔治华盛顿大学,蒙特雷,伦敦大学国王学院等,可辅导留学简历文书模拟面试

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

2,061 Lessons

Xiao Xiao 肖霄id verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
+2

I have been teaching Chinese for more than 4 years, I will help you to improve your vocabulary and we can work on other areas, such as pronunciation and grammar difficulties which you have. 我将帮助你提高你的词汇,纠正你的语法和发音错误。

USD 5.00/trial
Available 11:30 Tomorrow
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher Learn with Yu Zhe.
5.0

6,581 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 7.00/trial
Available 14:00 Tomorrow
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher 王老师(Lily Chinese).
5.0

4,665 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

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USD 20.00/trial
Available 03:45 Tomorrow
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher Zhen.
5.0

13 Lessons

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

Practical Chinese for Work & Daily Life | 3 Yrs Teaching + 7 Yrs Trade ✨ Know some Chinese but find it hard to speak naturally? I help you use Chinese confidently at work and in daily life. Hi, I’m Zhen. I have 3 years of Chinese teaching experience and 7 years of international trade experience. I’ve taught 1,000+ online Chinese lessons and worked with more than 200 students from different countries. 🗣️ Conversational Chinese • Daily conversations and small talk • Travel, food, shopping, hobbies, and social situations • Pronunciation, tones, grammar, and natural expressions • Plenty of speaking practice to help you speak with more confidence 💼 Business Chinese • Meetings and presentations • Communication with Chinese colleagues, clients, and suppliers • Price, order, and negotiation discussions • Business messages and workplace communication • Trade fairs and import/export situations • Business vocabulary for your industry With my international trade experience, I can also help you practice Chinese based on real situations you face at work. 📌 HSK Support • HSK vocabulary and grammar • Listening and reading • HSK-style exercises and exam practice • Personalized study plans 💡 What You’ll Get • Lessons based on your level, goals, and pace • Real-life speaking practice • Clear corrections and practical feedback • Useful notes and vocabulary after class • A relaxed and supportive learning environment 📩 Book a trial lesson and start using Chinese with more confidence!

Business
USD 9.00/trial
Available 21:45 Today
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher Yancy Grey.
5.0

1,765 Lessons

Yancy Greyid verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
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English
Native
+1

Learn what to say—and why people say it. I help learners participate more naturally in real-life conversations in Chinese. You may understand a lot when listening, but when it's your turn to speak, it's hard to respond naturally, keep the conversation going, or express what you really mean. Some of my students use Chinese at work. Others want to communicate with Chinese friends, family members, or clients. Many simply want to sound more natural and feel more confident in everyday conversations. My lessons are built around real situations—not textbook dialogues. Before becoming a full-time Chinese teacher, I ran my own manufacturing and wholesale business in China for over 15 years. Since 2019, I've taught learners from many different backgrounds, especially professionals and adults who want to use Chinese in real life. Whether you're preparing for a business trip, working with Chinese colleagues or clients, rebuilding your Chinese after years away, or simply trying to join conversations more naturally, we'll focus on the situations that matter most to you. Together, we'll look at the situation, understand the relationship, choose the right words, and explore why people communicate the way they do—not just what to say. Learning Chinese isn't just about knowing more words. It's about understanding people, expressing yourself, and building real relationships. If that's your goal, I'd love to help you get there.

Business
USD 10.00/trial
Available 00:00 Tomorrow
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher Grace Liang.
5.0

2,884 Lessons

Grace Liangid verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
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English
·Japanese
+1

Learning foreign languages: I've tried to learn a few (English and Japanese),so I know very well how hard it is to learn a new language.So I will try to see things from your point of view and will be very happy to give you all the time and patience you need.You are also welcome to give me feedback about the lesson and I'm glad to adjust my teaching approach to better help you achieve your goals with Chinese.

USD 10.00/trial
Available 22:30 Today
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher Michelle Wu.
5.0

5 Lessons

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

🧠 Logic-Driven Mandarin | 💼 Former Tech PM | 🌍 Cross-Cultural Experience Hi, I’m Michelle 🐼, a native Mandarin speaker from Chengdu, China. I bring a “scientific mind and a linguistic soul” to language teaching. I have nearly 20 years of professional experience, including work as a tech product manager in Mexico, and 5 years of experience teaching English. My background in technology, international business, language learning and cross-cultural communication helps me explain Mandarin clearly, logically and practically. I’m also a two-time silver medalist in Go, so strategic thinking and pattern recognition shape the way I teach. My lessons are structured, encouraging and tailored to your goals. I help you understand how Mandarin works, not just memorize isolated words or rules. Courses I offer: 💬 Practical Spoken Mandarin: move beyond textbook Chinese and express yourself naturally. 📜 Chinese Stories, Poetry & Wisdom: Timeless Ideas from Chinese Tradition 💼 Business, Technology & AI Mandarin: discuss work, products, projects and industry topics. 🎬 Chinese Through Film, Music & Pop Culture: learn natural Mandarin through stories, songs and culture. 你好,我是 Michelle,来自中国成都。🐼 我的教学风格可以概括为“理工科头脑+语言灵魂”。 我拥有近20年的职场经验,曾在墨西哥从事科技产品相关工作,也有5年英语教学经验。科技、国际商务、语言学习和跨文化交流的经历,使我能够用清晰、有逻辑、实用的方式讲解中文。我还是两届围棋比赛银牌得主,因此战略思维和模式识别也自然融入了我的课堂。 我的课程有结构、有内容,也会根据你的目标进行调整。我不仅教你“怎么说”,还会帮助你理解中文为什么这样表达。 我提供以下课程: 💬 实用中文口语:摆脱课本中文,提升自然表达。 💼 商务、科技与AI中文:讨论工作、产品、项目和行业话题。 📜 中国故事、诗词与智慧:传统文化中历久弥新的思想 🎬 影视、音乐与流行文化中文:通过真实内容学习自然中文。

USD 20.00/Hour
Available 06:00 Tomorrow
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher Shirleyestchanceuse.
5.0

2,054 Lessons

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

Mandarin certificate|Learn Chinese while traveling I am able to provide content on different topics for conversations from beginners to advanced level students.Easy to understand and easy to use.Easy to understand, easy to learn, easy to improve your speaking skills, and use a variety of topics to make you feel more interesting.(容易理解容易上手更容易的提升你的口语能力,并且使用各种话题使你感到更加有趣。)

USD 9.00/Hour
Available 12:00 Tomorrow
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher Juan Wang.
5.0

703 Lessons

Juan Wangid verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
·
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
Available 13:00 Tomorrow
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher BINGBING.
5.0

325 Lessons

BINGBINGid verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
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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
Available 03:45 Tomorrow
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher Zoey Zhang.
5.0

236 Lessons

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

Chinese teacher with years of experience I have more than two years of teaching experience, with students ranging in age from their teens to their seventies. Each of them has different learning goals. Over two years of teaching, I have gained a clear understanding of the materials and methods that suit each kind of student. Whether you’re preparing for Chinese exams like HSK or YCT, improving your daily spoken Chinese, or learning business Chinese for work, I will prepare the appropriate materials and use proper methods to meet your needs.

USD 6.00/trial
Available 05:30 Tomorrow
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher Zhang Yu / Shirley老师.
4.9

1,045 Lessons

Zhang Yu / Shirley老师id verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
·
English
·Finnish

I could provide you with guidance on editing and polishing Chinese theses. 🎯 Teaching experience ✔️I worked as a lecturer in the university from 2014 to 2017. ✔️In my spare time as a new concept English teacher at New Oriental. 🎯Taught : 7-65 year-old ✔️Youngest student is a 7 years old American girl. ✔️Oldest one is a 65 years old. ✔️I have enough patience to teach and be their friends 🎯Different materials ✔️ I have collected, made, summarized different teaching materials for all level students. ✔️ just let me know your goal and I will make a plan and prepare materials for you to achieve. 🎯Editing and polishing Chinese theses ✔️ You will not only feel the joy of learning Chinese, but also wish you a helping hand in your researches.

USD 5.00/trial
Available 08:00 Tomorrow
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher Sara.
4.9

160 Lessons

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

Daily 30 mins | Master Fluent Chinese!👩🏻‍🏫˙ᵕ˙ᰔ Q: Why choose me as your Chinese teacher❓ 👩🏻‍🏫:Because I'll do my best to teach. Q:What do I teach❓ 👩🏻‍🏫: Just try booking a class and you'll see. Q:Any advice for beginners? 👩🏻‍🏫: No one is born fluent in a language. Experience tells us that,studying for every day will get you learn any language! Thanks for reading!See you in class!🌹🌹

USD 9.90/trial
Available 04:30 Tomorrow
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher Patricia Chan.
5.0

1,912 Lessons

Patricia Chanid verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
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Portuguese
Native
·Chinese (Cantonese)
·English
·Spanish
+1

EN: I love teaching and meeting new people. I have 7 years experience working as a private tutor (portuguese - chinese). I also work as a translator (portuguese - chinese) in a technology company, translating texts, audios, videos and comunication content for marketing. ES: Yo amo enseñar y conocer nuevas personas. Yo tuve 7 años de experiencia trabajando como tutora particular portugues-chino. Yo también trabajo como traductora (portugues-chino) en una empresa de tecnologia, realizando traducción de textos, audios, videos y comunicación de marketing, CH: 我热爱教课和认识新的人。我有7年的家教学习(葡萄牙语 - 中文)经验。我也在一家电子公司做翻译(葡萄牙语 - 中文),翻译文字,语音,视频和营销传播。

USD 13.00/trial
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher Xiaoyou Liu.
5.0

8,439 Lessons

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

I’m here to provide a safe and supportive environment for you to speak. I’m from Harbin, China. So you may notice a slight northeastern accent in my Mandarin. I’m a certified CTCSOL teacher with over nine years of experience, mostly in one-on-one lessons. I’ve worked mainly with adult learners from diverse backgrounds. ☀️ As a Teacher I’m very interested in different cultures, and teaching Chinese allows me to share the language and connect with people across cultures. My background in counseling and psychotherapy influences the way I work with students. In practice, the work is not just the language. It’s also the person learning it. To stay fully present for each student, I usually teach four classes a day and close my schedule once those slots are taken. ☀️ My teaching style A Safe Space When learning a language, it’s common to hesitate or not know what to say. These moments are part of the process. In my class, there’s no need to rush or get everything right right away. Room to Explore There is room to try, pause, and reflect on what works and what feels unclear. Gradually, you get a sense of how Chinese sounds and how meaning comes through. It may start to shape how you think. Making It Yours We begin with what you already have and build from there. You can share your thoughts and stories, even in simple words. As you try and adjust, new experiences become part of how you express yourself.

USD 13.00/trial
Available 03:45 Tomorrow
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher Benjamin Wang.
5.0

163 Lessons

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

Benjamin ✈️ 10 years experience🔥 Let's speak fluent Chinese with customized courses 🌈. 🦁Are you a beginner? Don't know how to start? 🌟Are you at an intermediate level but hard to make any progress? 🌼Are you preparing for the HSK examination? 💫I'm here to help you!🥰 🌟I'm a native Chinese speaker 🗣 who will help you achieve a standard Mandarin accent. 🌟I'm a California🇺🇸-trained university professor👨🏻‍🏫 with over 10 years of teaching experience. 🌟I have over 6 years of experience as an online tutor, I use a multi-sensory teaching approach to engage adults and even the youngest learner. 🌟I'm a certified teacher of English🇬🇧 and Chinese🇨🇳. 🌟I am enthusiastic, open-minded and patient. I am very creative and I will tailor our lessons to how you learn best.🤸🏻‍♂️ 🌟I am based in the UK 🇬🇧 so I have a flexible schedule for students living in America, Europe and Asia🌎. 🌟I'm fluent in English🇬🇧 and Chinese🇨🇳 but I also speak 🇹🇷 🇪🇸! 1. 🕵🏻‍♂️Basic Chinese (Primary) 📗‍ Start with basic pronunciation 📗‍Thinking and Learning Chinese from the Perspective 📗‍ Fundamentals of Learning Chinese Grammar 2. 🥟Daily Chinese 📗 Simple greetings and new friends 📗 Family and Social Relations 📗 Concerns, businesses, education, etc. 3.✍️HSK/YCT Preparation 📕 Study Chinese grammar correctly. 📕 speak Chinese with confidence 📕 Preparation for examinations at all levels

USD 6.00/trial
Available 08:00 Tomorrow
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher Sandy.
4.9

22 Lessons

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

Certified Chinese teacher • 15yrs ESL • HSK • Business & Conversation With 15 years of dedicated English teaching experience, I have developed a deep understanding of second language acquisition principles and cross-cultural communication. My expertise lies in creating structured, engaging lessons that address the unique challenges faced by English native speakers when learning Mandarin—such as tone mastery, character recognition, and grammatical structure. I have successfully guided learners of all ages and proficiency levels, from absolute beginners to advanced speakers, helping them build confidence and achieve fluency.

USD 5.00/trial
Available 10:00 Tomorrow

What our Chinese (Mandarin) students say

5 out of 5 • Based on 1,388,506 customer reviews

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • Michka

    Michka

    Learning Chinese (Mandarin)

    What a lovely lesson with Tinn. I really enjoyed my lesson with her. We had a chat about my goals for learning Chinese and how best to go forward. Tinn is so caring and attentive to your needs as a student. I highly recommend taking lessons with Tinn! Tinn先生とのレッスンは本当に楽しかったです!谢谢你Tinn老师!^^

  • Alani

    Learning Chinese (Mandarin)

    I’ve been learning Mandarin with Nene for the past five months, and I’ve seen a huge improvement in my speaking skills. She always encourages me to think and express myself in Mandarin. Every class is fun, engaging, and filled with interesting topics and activities. I also appreciate that each lesson is tailored to my current level, with a great balance of speaking practice and vocabulary building. I highly recommend Nene 老师 to anyone who wants to improve their Mandarin in a supportive and enjoyable learning environment! 谢谢老师🤍

  • Nikos Kouthouri

    Nikos Kouthouri

    Learning Chinese (Mandarin)

    Another fantastic lesson with Pei Laoshi. Pei packed a surprising amount of learnable content into a one hour beginner lesson, meaning I came out with the ability to potentially say quite a lot! Super well-paced lesson with the right amount of challenge! 10/10!

  • Camille

    Camille

    Learning Chinese (Mandarin)

    I've taken a few reading and writing enhancement lessons with Jing, and I am amazed at the time and effort she puts into preparing each lesson. I already feel I've made some progress as she can pinpoint the exact issues I have with my Chinese so I can improve.

  • Yuni

    Learning Chinese (Mandarin)

    I highly recommend Teacher Qingxi! I'm studying Chinese at a language academy in Korea, and he's an outstanding teacher. He knows exactly how to help complete beginners build confidence in speaking Chinese. Every lesson feels like a high-quality private tutoring session. My Chinese has improved tremendously since I started learning with him. He's incredibly patient, encouraging, and truly cares about his students. I can't recommend him enough!

  • L H

    Learning Chinese (Mandarin)

    Yue Yue is a consummate professional. From role playing exercises to homework feedback is constant and very useful. Great teacher. Great human. My Chinese has improved leaps and bounds and I'm so grateful. Definitely give her a try if you want to start speaking Chinese better.

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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!