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Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher 王二好 Leo.
5.0

660 Lessons

王二好 Leoid verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
+2

100% Patience / Relaxed Classroom In my teaching, I adjust the pace and vocabulary according to your level to ensure that you can learn easily. I will teach you the most authentic Chinese, which cannot be learned from books alone. 上课的时候,我会调整语速和词汇,不论你是什么水平,都可以轻松地学习。 我会教你最地道的中文,这是书本上学不到的。

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

1,379 Lessons

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

Certified teacher 👑 beginners🏆 |Business |speaking Now I have focused on online tutoring and mentoring , teaching students of a range of ages from all over the world. I already have 4years of experience in online teaching, with certification to teach Chinese adults and children.

Test PreparationBusiness
USD 18.00/trial
Available 00:00 Tomorrow
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher 刘滟婷.
5.0

274 Lessons

刘滟婷id verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
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Italian
·English
·Spanish

hello everyone, 我叫刘滟婷,来自四川成都,现居意大利,研究生毕业于米兰国立大学语言和文化国际合作交流与合作传播专业 我的母语是中文,同时获得CTCSOL证书,意大利语cils C1官方语言证书,我也有很多语言教学的经验,在大学时我作为私人教师教一些初中同学的英语,也在在小学教授意大利语,从研究生开始专注于线上意大利语教学。 意大利语是我本科的专业,除此之外我还会说英语和一些西班牙语,不论我们是上意大利语课程还是中文课程,你也不用担心你是否说得不好,因为我的课程是根据学生的需要进行调整的,我更喜欢学生在课堂上多说话,因为我认为说话是一门语言最重要的部分,是有效的。 对不同的学生以及不同的语言课程我更偏向于使用不同的教学方法,这样课程更有针对性,同时我也相信我们的课堂会非常有趣和轻松,我希望我们不仅会成为老师和学生,但也是朋友,如果你的口语不是很好,不要担心,也不要有任何的压力,因为我一直认为口语是最重要的,只要多张口说总是会进步的,我们一起加油。当然如果对课程有任何的疑问或者建议都可以联系我。

USD 10.00/trial
Available 12:30 Today
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher HUA.
5.0

228 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
Available 23:00 Today
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher Dali.
5.0

1,116 Lessons

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

1. Fifteen years of history and literature college teaching experience in China. 2. Five years working as a mandarin teacher and a Mandarin tutor in Canada. I am working with a full range of students; focus on adults, from the very beginning to advanced level. 3. Very good at guiding students to promote language skills during diversity topic conversation.

Test PreparationBusiness
USD 10.00/trial
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher Nana Xie.
5.0

507 Lessons

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

I am also the founder of Nagechinese, an online Chinese learning platform on Wechat. I have posted about 150 articles regarding common used Chinese words and sentence, basic Chinese grammar, business Chinese. Each article is completed with words, pictures and audio. I also have two recorded online course: pinyin course and business Chinese course. It's very convenient for students to learn because you can study it anytime and anywhere you want.

USD 8.00/trial
Available 06:30 Today
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher Fiona Hong.
5.0

4 Lessons

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

Speak naturally, sound more like you! | Beginner-friendly‌ 👩🏻 About Me Now I live in China, I’ve also lived in Canada, Singapore and Australia, which has given me the chance to experience different cultures and meet people with different backgrounds and ways of thinking. I’m currently learning English and Korean. With English, I can understand a lot, but sometimes I still get stuck when I want to express exactly what I mean. And with Korean, I’m starting from zero, so I’m experiencing all those beginner moments again: lots of new things to remember, lots of questions... 📚 Lessons I teach beginners as well as students who want to make their Chinese more natural and conversational. My lessons are built around things you actually care about and want to talk about. The goal is to help you use Chinese in real life, not just learn it in a textbook. ✏️ Teaching Style My lessons are relaxed, but still structured. I’ll help you notice mistakes and make your Chinese sound more natural, while giving you plenty of space to speak. After class, I’ll send you a short personalized lesson note with things worth reviewing. I don’t usually give homework, but if you’d like some extra practice, I can prepare a small exercise for you. In my lessons, I hope you can feel comfortable being yourself, sharing your thoughts, and learning Chinese in your own way. 🌟 Currently teaching teens (12+) and adults only. Thank you for understanding!

USD 5.00/trial
Available 12:30 Today
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher Tina.
5.0

51 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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USD 9.00/trial
Available 12:30 Today
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher Lu Shen.
5.0

98 Lessons

Lu Shenid verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
·
English

拥有超过5年经验的普通话认证教师 大家好,我是一名土生土长的中国人,来自中国北方的沈阳。作为一名普通话教师,我拥有标准纯正的发音,能够帮助学习者掌握地道的中文表达。拥有5年的汉语教学经验,我曾为青少年及成年人提供中文和英语辅导,学生遍布世界各地。在我的指导下,许多学生能够高效通过HSK考试,并自信地在实际生活中使用中文与中国朋友交流。我的课程内容丰富多样,涵盖基础日常对话、旅游汉语、中国传统文化、社交媒体、商务汉语、少儿汉语以及HSK考试辅导等多个方面。无论你是初学者还是有一定基础,都可以在我的课堂上找到适合自己的学习内容,提升中文水平。我注重跨文化交流,致力于帮助学生深入理解中国文化与社会。欢迎加入我的中文课堂,让我们共同进步,开启你的中文学习之旅!

USD 17.00/trial
Available 13:15 Today
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher xiaofeng Zheng.
5.0

1,066 Lessons

xiaofeng Zhengid verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
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Japanese
·English
·Korean

I have been teaching Chinese and Japanese for almost five years. I will do my best to help you with your Chinese or Japanese. If you are interested in Chinese or Japanese culture, then we can talk more about that in our lessons, If you want to practice speaking then I will make some good dialogues for you that fit your levels and needs. To learn a new language you need to be patient with yourself and take time to learn step by step. A good language teacher could help you keep learning and I hope I could be that one.

USD 6.00/trial
Available 12:30 Today
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher Patricia Chan.
5.0

1,918 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
Available 22:00 Today
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
Available 12:30 Today
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher Jessica Lai.
5.0

1,130 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.

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USD 16.00/trial
Available 12:30 Today
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher AnndyZuo.
5.0

797 Lessons

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

Hello, my friends! I'm Anndy. I previously lived in Japan, where I was a doctoral student. Although my academic background isn't in linguistics or language education, I've always been passionate about helping people learn Chinese. As a language learner myself, I've spent many years studying foreign languages, so I understand the challenges of expressing yourself in another language. I know how frustrating—and rewarding—the learning process can be. I'm not a formally trained language teacher, but I can promise to be a patient listener and a supportive conversation partner. Feel free to share your stories, ideas, and opinions in Chinese. Together, we'll find the learning approach that works best for you and help you become more confident in speaking Chinese. My lessons are best suited for learners who already have some basic Chinese knowledge and would like to improve their speaking skills through natural conversation. *Please note that I don't offer lessons for absolute beginners. If you're just starting your Chinese-learning journey, I'm sure you'll be able to find an excellent beginner-friendly teacher on italki. ~~~~~~~~~~~~ Qualifications 🏅 Holder of the Certificate for Teachers of Chinese to Speakers of Other Languages (CTCSOL) 🗣️ Putonghua Proficiency Test Level 1-B (92%); for reference, Level 1-A is required for national and provincial radio and television broadcasters in China. 👨‍🏫 Experience teaching offline one-on-one Chinese conversation to Japanese learners.

USD 9.00/Hour
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher Eva Han.
5.0

41 Lessons

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

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

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USD 10.00/trial
Available 12:30 Today
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher Teddy.
4.9

911 Lessons

Teddyid verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
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Chinese (Hokkien)
Native
·Indonesian
Native
·English
·Esperanto
·Toki Pona
·Bislama
·Portuguese
·Spanish
·French
·Italian
·Dutch
+1

They call me a Polyglot but I just call myself a multilingual. I have taught students from various countries, and I know that everyone learns languages differently. Thus, my linguistics knowledge and experience help me understand what students like you need and how you can learn better.

USD 12.00/trial
Available 14:00 Today
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! :-)

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

116 Lessons

Tingting Xuid verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
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English
+2

Expert Mandarin Tutor | 3000+ Hours Exp. | Life Chinese | Zero to Fluency Specialist 🌟What Makes My Lessons Different? • Cultural Context: You won’t just learn words; you’ll learn the "Why" behind them—the history, the culture, and the logic. • Customized Materials: After every class, you receive organized notes and audio files tailored to your learning needs. • High Engagement: I am passionate, patient, and highly attentive. I will challenge you to speak more than I do!

USD 18.00/trial
Available 12:30 Today
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher Zoe   (晓晨).
5.0

2,190 Lessons

Zoe (晓晨)id verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
·
English
+1

超过10年对外汉语教学经验 I have been teaching Chinese as a foreign language for 10 years .And taught over 4000+ lessons for students who live or work in Beijing and 2000+ lessons on line. I also works in a language school in Beijing as a part-time Chinese teacher. ·My class is well prepared and I am good at adjust the course based on the various levels of the students' Chinese proficiency, learning objectives, and requirements.I am patient, supportive and enlightening in class.

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

1,137 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!

USD 7.00/trial

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  • Ghanimah

    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.

  • 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.

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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!