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Chinese New Year (春节, Chūnjié): the meaning, traditions and symbolism behind China’s most important festival
The Chinese New Year, also known as the Spring Festival (春节, Chūnjié), is the most important traditional festival in China.…
The Legend of the Great Race and the 12 Animals of the Chinese Zodiac
This year, Chinese New Year begins on 17 February, marking the start of the Year of the Horse according to…
The Year of the Horse in Chinese astrology. Meaning. Traits. Symbolism
According to the lunar calendar, Chinese New Year in 2026 begins on 17 February, marking the start of the Year…
是……的 Sentences in Chinese: Meaning, Structure and Common Mistakes
Introduction 是……的 (shì…de) sentences often confuse learners of Chinese. At first glance, the structure looks simple, yet in practice it…
The Use of De (的) in Chinese: A Complete Guide for Beginners and Intermediate Learners
Introduction The use of de (的) in Chinese often seems straightforward at first glance, but in practice it can turn…
Christmas and New Year in Chinese: Vocabulary, Traditions and Practical Phrases
Learning how to talk about Christmas and New Year in Chinese is a great topic not only for language learners,…
Chinese Pinyin Explained: A Simple Guide to Chinese Pronunciation
Although Chinese uses a writing system completely different from European languages, its pronunciation can still be written using the Latin…
Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon: A Hidden World of Symbols, Myth and Unspoken Desire
Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon is one of the most celebrated Chinese films of all time. Directed by Ang Lee, a…
Double Ninth Festival: A Celebration of Life and Respect
In China, the ninth day of the ninth month in the lunar calendar marks the Double Ninth Festival, also known…
Travelling to China: More Than Just Another Trip
Travelling to China isn’t just about visiting a new country, it’s about stepping into a completely different world. Everything feels…