Takeaway Chinese

Apr 19 2025 500 ep. 20 mins 915
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A weekly Chinese language teaching show which covers the most frequently used Chinese words and expressions, dialogues, language tips, and stories behind the idioms.

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Legendary Encounters 神话奇遇

Apr 19 2025 27 mins  
What if you could have any superpower? Who is your favorite superhero? Celebrate #UNChineseLanguageDay with "Legendary Encounters" — a global conversation on bravery, wisdom & wonder. "Myths Never Die, They Evolve!" On the show: Niu Honglin & Steve.  (04:14) Who is your favorite superhero in Chinese mythology? (10:16) Superheroes and superpowers: What superpower do you wi

Special: How to say "flop 翻车" in Chinese?

Apr 18 2025 1 mins  
In this special episode of Takeaway Chinese, we're going to learn how to say "flop" in Chinese.

Special: How to say "goofing off 摸鱼” in Chinese? 

Apr 15 2025 1 mins  
In this special episode of Takeaway Chinese, we're going to learn how to say "goofing off" in Chinese.

Social media 社交媒体

Apr 14 2025 31 mins  
Today, we're getting social! Ever wondered how to say "like", "comment", or "repost" in Chinese? Whether you're scrolling through RedNote, watching vlogs on Bilibili, or trying to decode internet slang in WeChat, we've got you covered! On the show: Niu Honglin & Steve. (07:51) Key words related to social media. (25:24) The most common and liked social media platforms in China.

Special: How to say "hit hard 扎心” in Chinese? 

Apr 11 2025 1 mins  
In this special episode of Takeaway Chinese, we're going to learn how to say "hit hard" in Chinese.

Special: How to say "social anxiety 社恐” in Chinese? 

Apr 08 2025 1 mins  
In this special episode of Takeaway Chinese, we're going to learn how to say "social anxiety" in Chinese.

Mandarin journeys: stories from global learners 中文学习的那些事儿

Apr 06 2025 30 mins  
In this episode, we're kicking things off with a fun memory: do you remember the first Chinese word you ever learned? We'll be sharing some delightful stories from learners around the world. We'll also be diving into something a little deeper: what are your goals when learning Chinese? Whether it's a short-term goal like ordering your favorite bubble tea in perfect Mandarin, or a l

Special: How to say "be influenced to buy 种草" in Chinese? 

Apr 04 2025 1 mins  
In this special episode of Takeaway Chinese, we're going to learn how to say "be influenced to buy" in Chinese.

Special: How to say "obsessed 上头" in Chinese? 

Apr 01 2025 1 mins  
In this special episode of Takeaway Chinese, we're going to learn how to say "obsessed" in Chinese.

Why learn a new language? 学习中文的理由

Mar 30 2025 31 mins  
Today, we're tackling a fun question: Why do you want to learn a new language, especially Chinese? Is it for work, travel, or maybe because you love Chinese dramas and music? We also asked our online community, and their answers were fascinating. Tune in now! On the show: Niu Honglin & Steve. (10:29) Here are the answers we gathered online—plus some handy phrases to learn! (17: