Migaku Chinese Language Blog: Mandarin Learning Articles & Guides

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It's Easy to Learn Chinese Tones If You Understand This

Chinese Tones intimidate many learners of Chinese... but, the thing is, we actually have all of Chinese's tones in English, too. Understand English, and you'll understand Mandarin pronunciation, too.

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8 Ways to Say Hello in Chinese: From Formal to Casual Greetings

Learn the different ways to say hello in Chinese, from standard greetings to casual phrases. This guide offers pronunciation tips, cultural insights, and practical examples to help you greet others in Mandarin confidently.

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6 Anki Decks That Will Actually Help You Learn Chinese | Best Mandarin Chinese Anki Decks

Anki is a digital flashcard app. In this post we go over Anki decks that will help you learn Mandarin Chinese: Chinese words, sentences, pronunciation, and more.

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Master the Days of the Week in Chinese (Mandarin) | Easy Guide

If you're learning Mandarin, then you need to learn the days of the week in Chinese! Here's each one, their pronunciation, and how to write them with Chinese characters.

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Join Migaku's Chinese Discord Server: Learn Chinese with 12,000+ Others

Join the Migaku Chinese Discord server to study, chat, and learn Chinese (Mandarin and Cantonese) with thousands of other language learners.

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Learn Chinese with Songs: A Fun and Effective Way to Improve Your Mandarin

Learn Chinese with songs! Explore fun, effective strategies for all levels, using playlists, pop-up dictionaries, and tools like Migaku to enhance your language learning.

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Top Chinese Dictionaries: Essential Tools for Mandarin Learners

Discover the best Chinese dictionaries for English speakers! Learn what makes a good dictionary, and explore top options for monolingual, pop-up, and more.

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How to Say Good Morning in Mandarin: 3 Common Greetings Explained

3 ways to say Good Morning in Chinese

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Essential Chinese Greetings: How to Say Hello and More in Mandarin

Discover the essential Chinese greetings with pronunciation tips and usage examples. Perfect for beginners looking to build a strong foundation in Mandarin. Learn how to greet others in both casual and formal settings with ease.

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Chinese Love Phrases: 10 Romantic Expressions Beyond "Wo Ai Ni"

Explore the various ways to express love in Mandarin, including essential phrases, cultural insights, and pronunciation tips. This guide will help you convey affection and romantic feelings in Chinese with confidence.

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9 Ways to Say Thank You in Chinese (+audio recordings)

Learn how to express gratitude in Mandarin with various phrases for "thank you." This guide covers the most common ways to say thank you in Chinese, including pronunciation tips and cultural context.

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Learn Chinese Numbers 1-10 and Start Counting in Mandarin

Learn to count from 1 to 10 in Mandarin with this beginner-friendly guide. Discover the pronunciation and characters for each number, along with tips to help you master Chinese numerals.