Takeaway Chinese

In this special episode of Takeaway Chinese, we're going to learn how to say "anticipate" in Chinese.

Welcome to The China Code, where every two weeks we break down a trending Chinese internet buzzword. Today's phrase: 学术底刊 (xué shù dǐ kān) – bottom-tier academic journals. Now, you won't find these journals in any library. It's a viral trend that turns academic writing into something unexpectedly funny. Think of it as the perfect blend of serious academic language mixed with completely...

Is learning a language still worth it when AI can translate in real-time? In this UN Chinese Language Day special of Takeaway Chinese, we asked Chinese language learners across the globe: Do you use AI to learn Chinese? Will you keep learning Chinese as AI advances? What we found might surprise you! Tune in now. On the show: Niu Honglin & Steve. (05:20) How are Chinese language learners...

In this special episode of Takeaway Chinese, we're going to learn how to say "free ride" in Chinese.

In this special episode of Takeaway Chinese, we're going to learn how to say "food coma" in Chinese.

Ever tried arguing in Chinese… and suddenly didn't know how to sound right? In this episode of Takeaway Chinese, Niuniu and Steve walk you through various real-life arguing scenarios — from workplace disagreements to couple banter, to those moments when you really need to stand your ground… tune in now, and pick up useful expressions. (02:27) How do you handle arguments in different real-life...

In this special episode of Takeaway Chinese, we're going to learn how to say "tax revenue" in Chinese.

Welcome to our new segment "The China Code", where every two weeks we break down a trending Chinese internet buzzword. Today's phrase: 开团秒跟 (kāi tuán miǎo gēn). It started in gaming, but now it's everywhere – from group chats to spontaneous real-life moments with total strangers. So how did a gaming term turn into a real-life vibe – and why do people love it so much? Let's take a closer look....

Ever feel like your emotions are speaking louder than your words? In our latest episode of Takeaway Chinese, we're diving into something we all experience, but don't always know how to express: negative emotions. From stress and frustration to disappointment and burnout, how do you talk about these feelings in Chinese? And more importantly, how do you respond to them? On the show: Niu Honglin...

In this special episode of Takeaway Chinese, we're going to learn how to say "first aid" in Chinese.