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- Yesterday3 min
Do humans need enrichment too? | The China Code Ep.6
Today's phrase: 人类丰容 (rén lèi fēng róng) To keep animals engaged and make life more interesting for them, zookeepers often provide what's called "enrichment"—activities or environments that add variety to their daily routines. But what about humans? On the Chinese internet, there's a trending term called 人类丰容 (rén lèi fēng róng) – "human enrichment." It's all about adding small moments of novelty to break up the routine of everyday life. So why this idea is resonating with so many people? Let's dive in. Welcome to The China Code, where every two weeks we break down a trending Chinese internet buzzword. CONTACT THE TEAM We'd love to hear your feedback or suggestions for future buzzwords! Email: crilearnchinese@gmail.com Facebook: @crilearnchinese TikTok: @takeaway.chinese
- 3 days ago31 min
Lights, Camera, China! How movies can help you understand China? 看电影了解中国
Movies can be a fun and engaging way to learn about a country. Through Chinese movies, you can discover the language, culture, and stories that shape life in China. In this episode, we'll explore Chinese movies that have won fans around the world and learn practical Chinese expressions related to movies and cinema. We'll also take a brief look at China's vibrant film culture and how film festivals bring filmmakers and audiences together. Why Chinese movies are loved by global audiences? China's film culture and essential movie-related Chinese expressions.
- 5 days ago1 min
Special: How to say "speechless 无语" in Chinese?
In this special episode of Takeaway Chinese, we're going to learn how to say "speechless" in Chinese.
- 1 weeks ago1 min
Special: How to say "exhausted 力竭" in Chinese?
In this special episode of Takeaway Chinese, we're going to learn how to say "exhausted" in Chinese.
- 1 weeks ago30 min
It's Gaokao time - Choosing your career path 高考季：选择你的职业道路
This year, China's national college entrance examination is underway. It marks a major milestone, as students begin to decide on different career paths and areas of specialization. In this episode of Takeaway Chinese, we explore the professions people pursue today — and take a look back at the imperial examination system in ancient China. On the show: Niuniu & Steve. What were the imperial exams like in ancient China? Education systems in China today.
- 1 weeks ago1 min
Special: How to say "ridiculous 离谱" in Chinese?
In this special episode of Takeaway Chinese, we're going to learn how to say "ridiculous" in Chinese.
- 2 weeks ago3 min
Weird... but it works | The China Code Ep.5
Welcome to The China Code, where every two weeks we break down a trending Chinese internet buzzword. Today's phrase: 邪修 (xié xiū). Have you ever seen someone solve a problem in a way that looks completely wrong… but somehow works perfectly? In China, young people call this 邪修 (xié xiū) – unconventional shortcuts that break the "normal rules" but still get the job done. So why are people so obsessed with these strange little life hacks? Let's dive in. CONTACT THE TEAM We'd love to hear your feedback or suggestions for future buzzwords! Email: crilearnchinese@gmail.com Facebook: @crilearnchinese TikTok: @takeaway.chinese
- 2 weeks ago30 min
Children's Day special: Classic tales Chinese children grow up with 重温中国孩子的童年经典
What stories do you remember from your childhood? Maybe they were magical fairy tales, comforting bedtime stories, or folk tales that someone in your family told you over and over until you knew them by heart. No matter where we grow up, stories are often one of the first ways we learn about courage, kindness, honesty, and imagination. In this episode of Takeaway Chinese, we explore two beloved tales that generations of Chinese children have grown up with. On the show: Fei Fei & Steve. The story of Ne Zha. The story of Mulan.
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