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		<description><![CDATA[November &#8211; Learn Chinese Month in the USA Yep, you read it right, November has been designated as &#8220;Learn Chinese Month&#8221; in the United States. But then, why wouldn&#8217;t the International Business Community want to learn Chinese? With 1.3 billion &#8230; <a href="http://stepintochina.com/learn-chinese-month/">Continue reading <span class="meta-nav">&#8594;</span></a>]]></description>
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<p>Yep, you read it right, November has been designated as &#8220;<strong>Learn Chinese Month</strong>&#8221; in the United States. But then, why wouldn&#8217;t the International Business Community want to learn Chinese? With 1.3 billion posible new customers, it only makes sense to be able to &#8220;talk&#8221; to them!</p>
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		<title>Learn Chinese Now &#8211; The Language of the Future</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[Learn Chinese Now &#8211; The Language of the Future By Eithan Dickerman With the continued advancement both in the field of technology, business and the like, one can infer that, indeed, a lot of things have been changing. One good example &#8230; <a href="http://stepintochina.com/learn-chinese-now-the-language-of-the-future/">Continue reading <span class="meta-nav">&#8594;</span></a>]]></description>
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<p>By Eithan Dickerman</p>
<p>With the continued advancement both in the field of technology, business and the like, one can infer that, indeed, a lot of things have been changing. One good example would be the abrupt rise of Chinese as one of the languages being learnt by many foreigners. What made them so passionate to learn Chinese, which is in fact considered as one of the hardest languages to be learnt? Well, why shouldn&#8217;t they?</p>
<p><em><strong>Learning Chinese</strong></em> has been the news feature for quite a while. More and more people in various walks of life have been so enticed to learn this language because they have seen the advantages of learning this language to them. Yet, whatever you might have already heard, still learning this language is much easier than what most people assume. To keep you more motivated in learning Chinese, there are primarily three reasons why you should keep that fire burning.</p>
<p><strong><strong>1. </strong>China</strong><strong> is now considered as one of      the fastest emerging global leader in business</strong>. Having the second largest      economy in the world, China      has been making a breath-taking triumph as it reaches its pinnacle of      dominating the business world. In fact, China is known as the leader      in manufacture as well as the largest consumer market due to its enormous      population. Therefore, for those who dream to have a far-reaching success      in business, learning Chinese is really a big advantage as you deal with a      race who gradually rules the market.</p>
<p><strong><strong>2. </strong>China</strong><strong> is a country with a      bountiful history as well as unique and diverse culture</strong>. If you have learned your      Asian history well, you could not agree more with that statement. China has      a very rich past that anybody can learn from perceptively. It also      preserves and sustains its very unique culture which is still passionately      practised in the present time. Hence, learning Chinese opens and even      widens your horizon to the rich culture of this country. In fact, language      is the best manifestation of culture. So, if you learn Chinese, you also      gain precious knowledge about their culture and history. Likewise,      conversing with the native Chinese speakers welcomes a new door of a      unique experience of social interactions which other people may not      possibly experience.</p>
<p><strong>3. </strong><strong>Chinese is useful in      government.</strong> We have reached the point in      time when global community is heightened. With this, intergovernmental      issues and diplomatic concerns are laid down by various nations.      Therefore, learning Chinese helps you to grasp wisdom on China&#8217;s      government and its diplomatic concerns as well.</p>
<p>Indeed, learning Chinese gives you useful list of benefits. On the one hand, you need to have the right attitude and a blend of unrelenting discipline and drive in learning this challenging yet useful language. Once you do this, you will certainly be joining the growing line of proficient Chinese-speaking foreigners who are enjoying the benefits of having learned such a magnificent language.</p>
<p>Eithan Dickerman learned Chinese in Tel  Aviv University where he was able to hone his skills in Mandarin Chinese. He specializes in techniques on how to learn Chinese and has been writing a lot of articles in the field. Anton owns a free e-mail list for those who are engrossed in learning Chinese. If you want to know more of Anton&#8217;s works in this filed, visit his website at www.bestlearningchinese.com</p>
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		<title>The Best Way To Learn Chinese Is To Go To China</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[The Best Way To Learn Chinese Is To Go To China By Gabriel Stiller China is one of the cradles of ancient civilization. Its history reverberates even in the present times; its language is spoken by the majority of the world. &#8230; <a href="http://stepintochina.com/the-best-way-to-learn-chinese-is-to-go-to-china/">Continue reading <span class="meta-nav">&#8594;</span></a>]]></description>
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<p>By Gabriel Stiller</p>
<p>China is one of the cradles of ancient civilization. Its history reverberates even in the present times; its language is spoken by the majority of the world. Nowadays, almost everything is made from China. Being dubbed as the next economic superpower, business is indeed flourishing in the said country. China has etched itself several milestones in businesses, research, sciences, and arts. It is but logical to think about learning the Chinese language as it may be the universal language in the future. With all the marvels to behold, who wouldn&#8217;t want to have the opportunity to visit the land of dragons and emperors?</p>
<p>In the modern age of globalization, China has opened it doors to other countries, not only in Asia but also to the Western world. It&#8217;s a good thing they offer scholarships to foreign individuals in their reputable universities. If you are very eager to learn Chinese, it is a nice idea to spend some time in the country and enroll in open courses as an exchange student. If you do not intend to stay as long but would want to be fluent in Chinese, search for short-courses on Chinese lessons with just a few clicks of your mouse.</p>
<p>The best way to learn a language is to immerse yourself in the culture where it originated from. Think of it as a lasting impression with actual relevance in your objective of learning the language. The usual study module includes not only daily Chinese lessons in script and speech, but also visits to historical sites such as visits to temples, Great Wall of China, and even the Forbidden City. Aside from these field trips, you also get to taste authentic Chinese cuisine. As they say, what better way is there to learn a language than to be one with the locals?</p>
<p>Online audio tutorials are available on the net but it lacks the holistic experience of learning Chinese. Sometimes, the online audios are pronounced very slowly, which may be good for beginners, but confusing later when used in actual practice. Simply put, the ones in these websites are not very good examples of how real Chinese conversations go about. Mingling with the locals, talking to native Chinese tutors, and a good cultural overview make a learning trip to China worth your while.</p>
<p>The beauty of the Chinese language lies in its complexity and tonality. It&#8217;s not enough that you know the word; it matters how you pronounce it as well. Exercise what you&#8217;ve learned by going to the market and see if the grocer understands you. Eat at restaurant downtown and try to read your order from the menu. While in China, go and savor every thing that is perceived by your senses. Listen. Look. Experience. Enjoy. Studying Chinese may very well be one of the toughest in the world but if your lessons are as enjoyable as a trip to China, it will be one heck of a learning experience you&#8217;ll never regret.</p>
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		<title>Is It Possible to Learn Chinese Fast?</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[Is It Possible to Learn Chinese Fast? By Gabriel Lozen Nothing is really impossible as long as one is genuinely interested and dedicated in the subject. Of course it is possible to learn Chinese fast. You just have to be dedicated &#8230; <a href="http://stepintochina.com/is-it-possible-to-learn-chinese-fast/">Continue reading <span class="meta-nav">&#8594;</span></a>]]></description>
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<p>By Gabriel Lozen</p>
<p>Nothing is really impossible as long as one is genuinely interested and dedicated in the subject. Of course it is possible to learn Chinese fast. You just have to be dedicated and willing to learn and be taught.</p>
<p>Learning this wonderful language is not as hard as you think. By taking lessons, you can learn to speak fluent Chinese. You can find these lessons on the internet. There are online courses pertaining to the Chinese language. They are convenient and can be enjoyed at the comfort of your own home. However, if you wish to go traditional, you could go to a class at a school or find a Chinese tutor. It all depends on what works for you. The speed at which you learn the language will also depend on the quality of the course, school, or tutor that you choose.</p>
<p>However, simply taking lessons will not help you learn Chinese fast. You have to practice every day as well to get used to the feel of the Chinese language. It is completely different from your native tongue so it will take some time for you to get used to the language. Don&#8217;t worry, if you practice well, you will be able to speak in whole sentences within a week.</p>
<p>You also have to decide on what kind of Chinese dialect to learn. The Chinese language is composed of several dialects. However, Mandarin is the most widely spoken so it is a good idea for you to learn Mandarin.</p>
<p>We are also in an age of technology so you can also look for teaching aids on the internet. They may come in the form of DVDs or programs or software. There are lots of DVDs that with audio and video tutorials on how to speak and write in Chinese, so it is a good idea for you to try it out if you do not feel like going to an institution and attending a class. There are also several software that will help you learn Chinese. This method of learning is becoming popular these days and is used by lots of people all over the world to learn Chinese.</p>
<p>There is really no limit to the opportunities that the internet offers. Today, there are online classes on Chinese. If you want to attend a class in the comfort of your own home, simply look for a course online. With an internet connection, this is very possible. You will be surprised to know that there are lots of these courses that are offered absolutely free.</p>
<p>Now, you have an idea of how you can start learning about the Chinese language. It all depends on your choice. Just be sure that you are comfortable with your choice and you find a method that suits you for this will also affect the rate at which you learn the language. More importantly, practice all the time. Chinese is an entirely different language, so take time to get used to using it in sentences or writing it.</p>
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		<description><![CDATA[A Few Ways to Learn Chinese By Stan Goh As a foreigner who has no idea whatsoever of how the Chinese language works, have you ever thought of learning it? Do you think it&#8217;s possible? Of course, if there&#8217;s a will &#8230; <a href="http://stepintochina.com/a-few-ways-to-learn-chinese/">Continue reading <span class="meta-nav">&#8594;</span></a>]]></description>
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<p>By Stan Goh</p>
<p>As a foreigner who has no idea whatsoever of how the Chinese language works, have you ever thought of learning it? Do you think it&#8217;s possible? Of course, if there&#8217;s a will there&#8217;s a way.</p>
<p>As long as you are interested, then it is possible to learn the Chinese language. Are you intimated by the thought of learning a foreign language? Well, you are overreacting really. There are lots of ways to learn Chinese and they&#8217;re pretty simple too. You won&#8217;t believe this, but you will be able to learn Chinese in less than 10 weeks! Learning a new language is no walk in the park. It is true that children learn languages a lot faster than most adults do. This means that you must know how these children learn their languages so that you will learn faster as compared to other people who are also attempting to learn Chinese.</p>
<p>First, you should start speaking in Chinese. It is much easier to learn as compared to writing. Starting a conversation in Chinese is way easier than writing down this whole article in Chinese. Chinese consonants are pretty simple. Chinese tonal quality is pretty different as compared to other languages and that is why some people think that learning it is very difficult. You should also be very careful with your tones in Chinese. A slight difference in tone could give something you said an entirely different meaning. In order for you to learn Chinese fast, be aware of the different tones that are used in the Chinese language.</p>
<p>That is why audio-based courses are a must for those who want to learn Chinese fast. It will help you to become more sensitive to the different tones and pitches that are used in the Chinese language. Try joining a class personally or look for CD-based course on the internet. These courses must be more focused on the spoken aspect of the Chinese language rather than the written. Make sure that the instructors in these courses are native Chinese speakers as well. This method is the best method to learn Chinese fast.</p>
<p>It also pays to make friends with some Chinese people. You can interact with them, giving you an idea of how conversational Chinese goes. They can also correct whenever you are wrong as you can clearly see their different reactions to what you are saying. Pay close attention to how they use their words and how they speak. Soon enough, you will be able to understand them clearly and you will not be at a loss for words. Your first attempt at the Chinese language will make you sound pretty funny at first. It&#8217;s just like a Chinese man trying out English for the first time so don&#8217;t be ashamed,there is always room for improvement. Practice your conversational skills with close friends before going out to a Chinese community and interacting with the people there. You might say something funny or offensive, so be extra cautious of what you are saying.</p>
<p>I guess you&#8217;re probably wondering where you could find Chinese friends. Well, you could develop close relations with Chinese neighbors or the owner of your favorite Chinese restaurant in the neighborhood. Follow these tips and I&#8217;m sure you&#8217;ll be speaking Chinese fluently in no time.</p>
<p>By the way, do you want to learn more about the Chinese language?</p>
<p>If so, download my free report on &#8220;8 Common Myths of Learning Chinese&#8221; here:</p>
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<p>By Gabriel Lozen</p>
<p>Now that you have decided to learn a second language, you are on your way to being bilingual&#8230;and who knows, in the future, a polyglot. If you want to learn Chinese, you have to brace yourself with the many options that are available. As there are many ways to approach learning Chinese, ask yourself what aspect do you want to study first. Do you want to start with writing Chinese scripts? Would you like to learn simple words and practical conversational phrases? If you have a previous background in Mandarin, then you probably would like to take your learning to another level. Advanced classes may entail mastery of Chinese grammar, song or poem writing, and even business Mandarin.</p>
<p>In any case, if you are really serious about it, you have to invest a part of your time in this endeavor. It will be ideal if you enroll in a nearby language school that offers Mandarin classes, from beginner to advanced level. Being in a group of people may motivate you to learn as you may practice the day&#8217;s lessons with fellow classmates. This is especially useful if you are interested in spoken Chinese.</p>
<p>Writing on the other hand will need more effort on your part as Chinese script has varied stylized strokes, combination, and spacing. The Roman alphabet is very far from Chinese characters. In reality, the Chinese language doesn&#8217;t have any alphabet but instead uses symbols as characters. Pinyin is systematically used instead to translate Chinese characters to Roman alphabet.</p>
<p>While the mastery of Chinese writing may take some time, you may opt to fast-track your Chinese lessons with common, practical Chinese phrases and sentences. In a day, you can already say the following: &#8220;Shi de.&#8221; (Yes.); &#8220;Nihao ma?&#8221; (How are you?); &#8220;Ni jiao shen meh mingzi?&#8221; (What&#8217;s your name?); &#8220;Wo hen hao. Xiexie.&#8221; (I&#8217;m very good. Thank you.). But before you get ahead of yourself, remember that getting your tones right is just as important as familiarizing yourself with the word. The meaning of a word or a phrase may depend a great deal on how you pronounce it. The best thing to do is listen carefully how each word is enunciated.</p>
<p>Your apparent goal-whether you want to start learning the Chinese script first, speaking the language right away, or both-will determine how much time and effort you&#8217;ll have to spend in studying them. If you have the luxury of time and money, getting a personalized Chinese tutor is an option. However, if you are just interested in learning Chinese as a leisure pursuit, then the world-wide web has a lot of free lessons to offer. In just a few minutes, you may already learn at least 10 basic words a day. After two weeks of daily study, you may have memorized at least 140 Chinese words. After that, you may start with simple phrases and sentences. It is not that difficult. Consistency coupled with determination can make an intermediate Chinese speaker of you. Now isn&#8217;t that encouraging?</p>
<p>By the way, do you want to learn more about the Chinese language?</p>
<p>If so, download my free report on &#8220;8 Common Myths of Learning Chinese&#8221; here: http://thechineselearner.com</p>
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		<title>Tips to Help You Learn Chinese Better</title>
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<p>By Gabriel Lozen</p>
<p>It&#8217;s a fact that a lot of people all over the world are dying to learn a new language, especially the Chinese language. It is also a fact that learning a new language is not exactly a walk in the park. It can be pretty difficult. Of course, nothing is impossible through sheer hard work and willpower. It is very possible to learn Chinese fast and here are a few tips to help you learn Chinese fast.</p>
<p>The first thing you have to do is to make realistic goals when it comes to learning Chinese. We all want to do things fast, but there are some things that you cannot do in day, in a week, or in a month. One of these things is building the Forbidden City. Yes, the Chinese people did not finish the Forbidden City in a week so don&#8217;t expect to be a fluent speaker of Chinese in under a week. Be sure to set short and long-term goals that you are sure you can achieve. For example, aim to learn five Chinese words today. After a few days, start learning some new Chinese phrases using those words that you have learned. You&#8217;ll be surprised to find out that your phrases will turn into sentences in no time.</p>
<p>Now that you have set goals for yourself, start making a schedule. This has to be a detailed schedule that you can follow easily. You won&#8217;t be able to learn Chinese fast if you don&#8217;t follow this schedule religiously. Lots of people underestimate the value of practice. Just because they&#8217;ve learned how to speak a few words and phrases fluently, doesn&#8217;t mean that they can be as good as those who diligently practice speaking Chinese every single day. Make sure to practice every day, even for just 20-30 minutes every day.</p>
<p>The next thing you have to do is to immerse yourself. Immerse yourself in an environment of Chinese-speaking people. You don&#8217;t have to travel thousands of miles. Just simply walk down to the nearest Chinese neighborhood and interact with people there like the owner of the Chinese restaurant. Practice the language in your head so that you&#8217;ll get used to it.</p>
<p>Also, you have to learn the difficult stuff. Chinese spelling and grammar are entirely different, so it&#8217;s a good idea to memorize the really difficult stuff so that you&#8217;ll get used to using them.</p>
<p>Lastly, speak Chinese always. One of the best ways to learn Chinese fast is to speak the language always. This is the reason why you cannot simply learn Chinese by reading or listening to audio recordings. There is simply no interaction involved here. It is a good idea to look for online courses on the Chinese language. Make sure that these courses involve interaction. Remember that you cannot learn the Chinese language if you will not learn to speak it.</p>
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<p>Nowadays, people are very much interested in learning various types of languages that can help them out in their upcoming career. Learning more and more languages can help you to enhance your skills as it makes you different and unique from others. There are around 8000 languages being spoken in this world. Each of the languages has their importance and benefits which can help you anytime. Among the endless list, a language which can never be forgotten is Chinese. The significance of this language is quite different from other languages spoken in this world.</p>
<h2>The Advantages Of Learning Chinese Online</h2>
<p>There are various institutions that deal with the training and teaching of Chinese language but in today&#8217;s world the trend is quite different. Instead of going institutes, people prefer to go with the online courses which allow them to learn the language more efficiently as compared to that of traditional methods. These online courses allow you to comprehend Chinese in 5 minutes which is a very short period of time. You can learn Chinese online free of cost.</p>
<p>If you are thinking that learning the Chinese language will be costly for you and will jump out of your budget, then I must tell you that you are totally wrong. There are several websites that offer free tutorial for learning Chinese language along with its basics. However some of them offer complete course at quite minimal rates which can be easily offered by anybody and would also be in the budget. You can easily learn Chinese online free with the help of numerous sites available on internet.</p>
<p>The advantage to learn Chinese online free is that there is no need to spend your precious time in going to various institutions as you can easily grab all the teachings related to Chinese language just by sitting at your home. You can find various sites which can help you to learn Chinese online free without charging any of your bucks. The benefit to learn Chinese online free is that you can get audio and video displays which can help you in making the things simpler that can&#8217;t be done by attending the regular classes for learning the Chinese language.</p>
<p>With the assistance of online courses that helps you to speak Chinese, you can enhance your pronunciation. A confidence can be easily reflected, if you have decided to learn Chinese online free courses with proper tutorials. If you love to visit different parts of the world, then China can never be neglected as it is the most important place that you need to have in order to have fun in china. Thus, you need to learn the Chinese language to have total fun and entertainment at this amazing place. To make it possible there are various institutions and sites which offer you Chinese online free courses.</p>
<p>Hence it is recommended that you should go for it rather than other traditional ways.</p>
<p>So, if you are interested in learning the Chinese language then you must prefer the online free Chinese  courses for maximum benefit or output.</p>
<p>Do you want to learn Chinese so you can speak it confidently and naturally? You too can use simple methods to Learn Chinese In 5 Minutes and find the knowledge you seek at http://learnchinesein5minutes.info/.</p>
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		<description><![CDATA[by: Kevin Young Think about this: One of every five people in the world speaks Chinese. Apart from native speakers, Chinese is fast catching up to become one the most important international languages for business interactions and trading. In recent years, &#8230; <a href="http://stepintochina.com/learn-chinese-and-make-the-best-investment-on-your-future-career/">Continue reading <span class="meta-nav">&#8594;</span></a>]]></description>
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<p>Think about this: One of every five people in the world speaks Chinese. Apart from native speakers, Chinese is fast catching up to become one the most important international languages for business interactions and trading. In recent years, internet access has greatly increased in China. A report released by China Internet Network Information Center (CNNIC) indicates that by the end of 2008 there were more than 298 million internet users of who 279 million had a broadband access1. If this pace continues, within the next ten years Chinese will become the largest common language on the internet. The effort multinational organizations take in releasing web pages in Chinese emphasizes the importance of the Chinese market. In a country like China with a population of more than 1.3 million and an average annual GDP growth rate of above 10% it is a promising market.</p>
<p>To learn Chinese is the wisest and most lucrative investment you can make for your career. Proficiency in any language, in this case with Chinese will make for easier communication with your Chinese counterparts in any setting, thereby eliminating misunderstanding and avoiding unnecessary lapses. Whether you are interested in international business or the government, learning Chinese will surely improve your career prospects. To be able to speak one of the most difficult languages in the world is also a qualification that you can use for tangible career benefits.</p>
<p>Learning Mandarin Chinese is like a journey. Aiming towards your destination, you are always going to enjoy the scenery along the way. To learn a language, you must try to put yourself into the particular cultural setting. This is ever truer when it comes to Chinese culture. Your interaction won’t be effective unless you understand the idea behind such a cultural setting. A good approach will add new perspectives to your usual way of going ahead with your learning.</p>
<p>If you get a chance to study abroad in China the most invaluable part of your experience would be your chance to practice words, phrases and sentences you learned in the classroom with native speakers in an indigenous setting. You will know more about Chinese thoughts, approaches ways of life. This difference in cultural mores will make sense only when you experience them first hand.</p>
<p>If you hold a single culture perspective you shall run the risk of falling prey to the gaps that are often a part of cross-cultural communication. You background of being part of a Mandarin Chinese course as well as the Chinese culture education at large will be particularly appealing to businesses that are involved in international interactions. With worldwide collaborations in vogue between different countries, there will be good opportunities for you to find decent jobs both in China and your home country.</p>
<p>Minds Abroad(http://www.mindsabroad.com) is a Chinese language program at Kunming in China, aiming at offering top quality Chinese language tutorials for a wide student base. With an informed cultural awareness, Minds Abroad designs it’s program in a way that people from different cultural and educational backgrounds can learn Mandarin in the most effective and proficient way. Keeping up with the dynamics of the cultural exchange programs for international students, Minds Abroad knows how to get the best for its clients and students.</p>
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<p>No other language is spoken as widely around the globe than Chinese. Conservatively speaking, one of every five people worldwide speaks Chinese. Beyond the fact that there are more people speaking Chinese than any other language; it is one of six official languages of the United Nations. Chinese is both used in formal meetings as well as for documentation. With China emerging as a major economic superpower in the last part of the century, Chinese language has begun to make its foray into the developed countries of the West. Claiming an international audience, Chinese is fast becoming one of most popular languages of exchange even on the web.</p>
<h3>Chinese language stereotype</h3>
<p>One stereotype that the West held about China was that the official language of China is Cantonese. There was a legitimate ground for such misunderstanding. Those earliest Chinese who migrated to other countries were primarily from the Southern coastal provinces like Guangdong (formally known to the West as Canton) where Cantonese was the widely spoken dialect.</p>
<p>After the Great Wars, Asia caught the world’s attention for their economic achievements. Of the Four Asian Tigers, three were Chinese based communities- Taiwan, Hong Kong and Singapore, the other one being the South Korea. Chinese martial arts and culture gained centre stage popularity in the West through Hong Kong and Hollywood based movies like those starring renowned martial artist and cultural icon Bruce Lee.</p>
<p>Mainland China did not expose itself to world until the 1980’s. After a decade-long political turmoil that led to the introduction of reformative policies for a more Western and market-orientated economic system by former statesman Deng Xiaoping in 1979 that China and its culture gradually gained currency among international communities. Mandarin language study and Chinese culture education plays an important role in enabling people to have a correct understanding.</p>
<h3>Dialects</h3>
<p>“Putonghua”, more commonly Mandarin Chinese is the largest spoken form of Chinese in the Sinitic language family. Cantonese, Wu, Min are other varieties that are widely spoken. Your understanding of this c classification will be helpful in choosing a suitable study abroad Chinese language course. Let’s take a look at the predominant dialects.</p>
<p>Mandarin &#8211; was initially referred to as “GuanHua”(官话), or “official standard language” in Chinese. It is the most widely used spoken language, covering the most of northern and southwestern China. 70% of the Chinese people speak Mandarin. Developed from the northern Mandarin, the standard Mandarin or Putonghua used today literally translates into Commonly Used Language. Mandarin Chinese courses are the most popular language programs.</p>
<p>Wu- A type of Chinese that is spoken in provinces of eastern China, like Jiangsu, Zhejiang, and Shanghai. Marked by its soft, gentle and mild tones the Shanghainese, or Shanghai language is a prominent dialect of this variety.</p>
<p>Min &#8211; Another major Chinese variety that is widely spoken by overseas Chinese, especially in the Southeast Asian nations of Malaysia, Singapore and the Philippines. In China, this language is spoken more in the Southeastern provinces of Fujian and Taiwan. Linguistically speaking, Min is different from other Chinese dialects that have their origin in central China.</p>
<p>Cantonese &#8211; Was the best known Chinese dialect in the world for a long time. It was also mistakenly deemed as the official language of China.</p>
<p>Today it is the commonest spoken language for non residential Chinese around the world. In Hong Kong and Macau, two former western colonies it the spoken tongue of the majority. In the wake of the Communist era when China was shutting its door to the world, Hong Kong and Macau became the main windows for the outside world to understand China.</p>
<p>Xiang &#8211; Primarily used in Hunan, a central province in China it is a dialect that has been significantly influenced by Mandarin Chinese and losing its uniqueness. The former Chinese chairman Mao Zedong was from Hunan and had a very strong Xiang accent.</p>
<p>Hakka &#8211; It is mainly spoken by Hakka people in different regions of Southern China. Together with Cantonese and Min, Hakka is another common Chinese variety among migrant Chinese communities.</p>
<p>As a potential student interested in studying abroad in China, you will come across dialects like; Gan in Jiangxi, Huihua in Anhui, Jin in Shanxi and Pinghua in parts of Guangxi.</p>
<p>It is true that there are more Chinese dialects than we think, because with every main Chinese type there are many other sub-dialects. It will be wise to choose a good place to start your Chinese learning if the thought of study abroad in China has ever come to you mind.</p>
<p>It is true that across China you can find Mandarin schools and universities that provide Chinese language programs, but it does not mean you can just choose randomly from any of them. Language learning environment plays a critical role in the proper acquisition of any particular language and it is no different for Chinese language learning either. Your language prowess will only increase with practicing classroom teaching in real life situations.</p>
<p>Minds Abroad(http://www.mindsabroad.com/) in Kunming is the perfect place for you to study Mandarin Chinese abroad. Study Mandarin in China with Minds Abroad that offers you quality Chinese language lessons and a good language environment for Chinese immersion. In Southwest China, Kunming falls in the Mandarin speaking belt. The Kunming local lingo, though not completely identical with Putonghua is close enough for you to practice what you have learned in the classroom. Kunming also has the soundest weather around the year. Enjoying a temperate climate around the year Kunming does not have scorching summers or freezing winters like the rest of the Chinese mainland. This is where Kunming scores over all the other Mandarin dialect speaking regions. Kunming is often called the &#8220;City of Eternal Spring&#8221;. Kunming is also home to 26 diverse ethnic groups of China. You can not only enjoy your study but you can also enrich your experience by exploring different cultures through weekend trips to 5 neighboring countries that we offer.</p>
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