English Learning for Curious Minds is a podcast for intermediate to advanced English learners who want to learn weird and wonderful things about the world at the same time as improving their English. Find more episodes at leonardoenglish.com.

English Learning for Curious Minds

In this episode, let’s explore how to express “sort of” and “kind of” in Chinese! You’ll learn how native speakers use phrases like “有点儿”, “算是” in everyday conversations to express uncertainty, hesitation, or just a bit of something......These small words can make your Chinese sound much more natural — kind of like a native!

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How to Say “Sort of” or “Kind of” in Chinese?

In this episode, I’ll explore the meanings of “平面” and “立体” in Chinese. You’ll learn how these words are used in both math and storytelling! Plus, get some vivid examples to help you tell a flat character from a truly three-dimensional one~

Flat or Dimensional? 平面 vs 立体 in Math and Storytelling

In this episode, we’re going to explore the subtle but important difference between “性格 (xìnggé)” and “个性 (gèxìng)” in Chinese! Do they both mean “character”? I’ll walk you through their meanings, common usages, and how to choose the right word in different situations. Plus, learn some handy phrases along the way~

Character or Style? 中文里的“性格”和“个性”

In this episode, I’ll explain how to say "fiction" and "non-fiction" in Chinese. You’ll learn the proper terms used in literary contexts, and get to know some related vocabulary along the way. Perfect for book lovers and Chinese learners alike!

Love Reading? Here's How to Say "Fiction" and "Non-fiction" in Chinese!

In this episode, let’s explore the different meanings of the Chinese word “判断”! You may think it only means “to judge” — but it can also mean “to tell”, “to see”, “to decide” and more! I’ll show you how to use it in real-life situations, with examples and useful vocabulary along the way. After this episode, you’ll never look at “判断” the same way again!
