Travel through Chinese Learning

Travel through Chinese Learning

Explore Chinese language and culture. Learn practical Mandarin, discover local customs, and enjoy your journey. Every topic comes in two versions. Start with the English episode to explore the ideas. Then challenge yourself with the Chinese version when you're ready. -- Hosting provided by SoundOn

  1. 4d ago

    世界同志骄傲节特别节目：中国文化中的同性之爱

    今天这期是世界同志骄傲节的特别节目，我们想借这个机会来聊聊中国文化中的同性之爱。 中国古代同性之爱故事: 余桃之爱 (yútáo zhī ài), the love of the remaining peach 龙阳之好 (Lóngyáng zhī hào): affection to Longyang Jun 断袖之癖 (duànxiù zhī pǐ), the passion of the cut sleeve 现在表达性多元文化的词语： 同性恋 (tóngxìngliàn, homosexuality) 性少数 (xìng shǎoshù, sexual minority) 拉拉 (lālā, lesbian) , 百合 (bǎihé, lesbian). 同志（tóngzhì, comrade/ gay) 对另一半的称呼（与性别无关）: 对象 (duìxiàng).  伴侣 (bànlǚ).  爱人 (àirén).  你怎么称呼你的另一半呢？你的文化中有什么有名的同性之爱吗？请留言告诉我吧。 Transcription and English version: https://www.travelthroughchineselearning.com/blog/world-pride-special-how-chinese-talks-about-love-and-sexual-diversity -- Hosting provided by SoundOn

  2. 4d ago

    World Pride Special: How Chinese Talks About Love and Sexual Diversity

    Today we have a special episode for the World Pride. We will explore how Chinese talks about Love and Sexual Diversity. Famous Chinese historical same-sex love stories: 余桃之爱 (yútáo zhī ài), the love of the remaining peach 龙阳之好 (Lóngyáng zhī hào): affection to Longyang Jun 断袖之癖 (duànxiù zhī pǐ), the passion of the cut sleeve Modern words for sexual diversity： 同性恋 (tóngxìngliàn, homosexuality) 性少数 (xìng shǎoshù, sexual minority) 拉拉 (lālā, lesbian) and 百合 (bǎihé, lesbian). 同志（tóngzhì, comrade/ gay) Gender-neutral words for partners: 对象 (duìxiàng).  伴侣 (bànlǚ).  爱人 (àirén).  How do you refer to your partner in your own language? And are there any famous historical stories about same-sex love in your culture? Leave a comment！ Transcription and Chinese version: https://www.travelthroughchineselearning.com/blog/world-pride-special-how-chinese-talks-about-love-and-sexual-diversity -- Hosting provided by SoundOn

  3. Jul 15

    中国职场文化词典（下）

    本期的《中国职场文化词典》中我们来聊一些更“网络化”的职场词，一起来看看中国年轻人是如何用幽默甚至自嘲的方式，来面对职场压力的。这些词是：班味儿、 打工人、牛马、 摸鱼、带薪拉屎 和 躺平。 Transcript and English version: https://www.travelthroughchineselearning.com/blog/how-china-works-the-words-behind-chinese-work-culture-3 Registration for beginners’ course is open till July 30: CHINESE KICKSTART -- Hosting provided by SoundOn

  4. Jul 15

    How China Works: The Words Behind Chinese Work Culture （3）

    In this episode, we'll look at some internet slang about the workplace and see how young Chinese people use humor and self-mockery to deal with stress at work. 班味儿 — bān weir, the 996 perfume, 打工人 — dǎ gōng rén, the employee 牛马 — niú mǎ, the ox and horse 摸鱼 — mō yú, catching fish 带薪拉屎 — dài xīn lā shǐ, pooping while getting paid 躺平 — tǎng píng, lying flat **NEW COURSE is here! ** **CHINESE KICKSTART ** is a 29 days Chinese learning journey focusing on understanding the basic structure of Chinese language, developing a learning habit that lasts and learning how to learn Chinese effectively. Registration open until July 30. Check out details** **HERE! -- Hosting provided by SoundOn

  5. Jul 8

    中国职场文化词典（中）

    在这一期《中国职场文化词典》中，我们来聊几个关于中国现代职场现实的词：996、内卷、画饼和职场PUA。 这些词反映了中国年轻人对工作、竞争和生活压力的真实感受。 Transcript and English version: https://www.travelthroughchineselearning.com/blog/how-china-works-the-words-behind-chinese-work-culture-2 Registration for beginners’ course is open till July 30: CHINESE KICKSTART -- Hosting provided by SoundOn

  6. Jul 8

    How China Works: The Words Behind Chinese Work Culture （2）

    In this episode, we will talk about another 4 buzz words which describe modern realities in Chinese workplaces. These words show how many young Chinese people feel about work, competition, and pressure in modern China. 996 （jiǔ jiǔ liù） 内卷 （nèi juǎn， Involution） 画饼 （huà bǐng，Drawing Cakes） 职场PUA（zhí chǎng PUA，Workplace PUA） NEW COURSE is here! CHINESE KICKSTART is a 29 days Chinese learning journey focusing on understanding the basic structure of Chinese language, developing a learning habit that lasts and learning how to learn Chinese effectively. Registration open until July 30. Check out details HERE! -- Hosting provided by SoundOn

  7. Apr 8

    中国职场文化词典（上）

    在这一期《中国职场文化词典》中，我们聊聊几个理解中国职场文化的重要的词：铁饭碗、单位、编制和领导。 为什么很多中国年轻人会花几年时间准备“考公”“考编”？为什么“稳定工作”在中国如此重要？中国公司里的“领导”又意味着什么？ 通过这些常见的词，我们一起了解中国的职场制度、权力结构，以及这些文化背后的历史背景。 Transcript and English version:https://www.travelthroughchineselearning.com/blog/how-china-works-the-words-behind-chinese-work-culture-1 -- Hosting provided by SoundOn

  8. Apr 8

    How China Works: The Words Behind Chinese Work Culture （1）

    Why do so many young people in China spend years preparing for civil service exams? Why is job stability so important in Chinese society? And how do the personnel relations look like in Chinese workplace? In this episode, we take a closer look at Chinese work culture, workplace hierarchy, and the historical roots behind them through some keywords. 铁饭碗 ( tiě fànwǎn, lit: Iron Bowl) 单位 (dānwèi, work unit) 编制 (biānzhì, formal post) 领导 (lǐngdǎo,lit: the leader) Go to the next episode if you would like a Chinese version of this episode ( with a transcript) Enjoy! -- Hosting provided by SoundOn

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Explore Chinese language and culture. Learn practical Mandarin, discover local customs, and enjoy your journey. Every topic comes in two versions. Start with the English episode to explore the ideas. Then challenge yourself with the Chinese version when you're ready. -- Hosting provided by SoundOn

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    Travel through Chinese Learning
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    2024 - 2026
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