Start learning Chinese today with a free trial class: https://www.hanyuchineseschool.com/en/ Chinese University Dorm Life & Campus Culture | Learn 按照 (ànzhào) | HSK4 How do you say “according to”, “based on”, or “follow the plan” in Chinese? In this HSK4 episode, you’ll learn how to use 按照 (ànzhào), an essential word for talking about rules, plans, schedules, instructions, and requirements. You’ll discover how to use 按照 naturally in everyday Chinese to explain what you should do according to a plan, follow specific instructions, or act based on certain rules. But that’s not all We’ll also explore Chinese university dorm life and campus culture. Why do so many Chinese university students live in campus dormitories? What is daily life like when your bedroom, classrooms, cafeteria, library, and clubs are all part of the same university environment? Discover how dorm life shapes students’ routines, friendships, independence, and university experience in China. What You’ll Learn: ✅ How to use 按照 to mean “according to” or “based on” ✅ How to talk about rules, plans, schedules, and instructions ✅ Practical HSK4 examples from everyday conversations ✅ How to use 按照 naturally in different situations ✅ What life in Chinese university dormitories is really like ✅ How campus activities and student clubs shape university life in China Practice Challenge: Write a sentence using 按照 and share it in the comments! Example: 按照计划，我们明天出发。 (According to the plan, we’re leaving tomorrow.) Learn Chinese with the Best Teachers at Hanyu Chinese School Learn Mandarin with professional teachers, practical lessons, interactive tools, transcripts, and weekly group classes. Get your FREE class today: https://wa.me/34936940081?text=Hi%21%20I%20saw%20you%20on%20YouTube%20and%20I%27d%20like%20to%20ask%20you%20a%20question Explore more languages: Japanese & Korean courses: https://www.hanyuchineseschool.com/en/ English, German, French & Italian: https://www.trainlang.com Follow us for more Chinese language and culture: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HanyuSchool Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hanyuschool Twitter (X): https://twitter.com/HanyuSchool LinkedIn: https://es.linkedin.com/company/trainlang TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@trainlanghanyu Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/hanyutrainlang At Hanyu Chinese School, we take pride in offering a unique approach to language learning. What makes our school special? Here are some highlights: Online Campus: The best virtual campus. Access study materials, interactive exercises, and additional resources from anywhere, anytime. Private Teachers: Our highly trained teachers provide personalized classes with an individual approach. Trial Classes: Not sure if this language is for you? Try our trial classes! Immerse yourself in the language and discover if it’s the right choice for you. Hanyu Blog: Every week, we publish informative and entertaining articles to help you improve your understanding of the language and culture. Learn more languages with Trainlang! Visit our websites and start your language journey today! Chapters (00:00:02) - Intro and episode overview(00:02:18) - Dialogue: planning club showcase event(00:04:08) - Grammar point: 按照 (according to)(00:07:11) - 按照 vs 根据 comparison(00:08:32) - More HSK4 example sentences with 按照(00:09:31) - Practice question using 按照(00:09:59) - Full dialogue replay with translations(00:14:14) - Sponsor message: Chinese School courses(00:14:36) - Chinese university dorm culture intro(00:15:06) - Why students choose to live in dorms(00:16:29) - Dorm room conditions and layouts(00:17:59) - Curfew rules and personal dorm stories(00:19:06) - Roommate life and shared living details(00:20:04) - Dorm management rules and restrictions(00:21:24) - Adjusting to communal dorm life, pros and cons(00:23:34) - Answer review for practice question(00:24:22) - Listener challenge: write your own sentence(00:24:55) - Recap, next episode preview, and sign off
