Learning Chinese, but still can’t understand a certain part of a text? This article discusses some of the best free online Chinese translators. Continue reading “The Best Online Chinese Translators”
A Cursed Chinese License Plate
This is related to a previous post I wrote about 666 being very lucky in China here . A while back I found a license plate that most Chinese people would find totally cursed.
The number 4 in Chinese, 四 si4 (in Mandarin) rhymes with 死 si3 (in Mandarin) meaning death. As such, Chinese people avoid the number 4 like the plague. The number 4 to Chinese people is considered cursed and very unlucky. Continue reading “A Cursed Chinese License Plate”
Sources For Chinese Etymology Research
Learning Chinese etymology is both a great way to improve your Chinese and a fascinating subject in and of itself. This article will discuss good sources for Chinese Etymology research. Continue reading “Sources For Chinese Etymology Research”
Chinese Etymology For The Chinese Character 江
Interested in learning Chinese Etymology? Read this article for the etymology for the character 江. Continue reading “Chinese Etymology For The Chinese Character 江”
How To Talk About Meat In Chinese
There are so many delicious Chinese dishes, and a large percentage of those have meat in them. This article will discuss how to talk about meat in Chinese, and about the culture of meat in China. Continue reading “How To Talk About Meat In Chinese”