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Since 2021, we've been using simple Chinese to share China's society, history, culture, and literature…
Our goal is to make Chinese simple and easy to understand.
Last update: September 11, 2026
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Sep 10Sep 10, 2026 4:26
2026年9月11日：苹果发布会，北京菊花文化节 Apple's new product event / Beijing's Chrysanthemum Culture Festival
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Sep 4Sep 4, 2026 4:21
2026年9月5日：法国教育水平下降，中国毕业生就业堪忧 Education level is France is dropping / Chinese graduates are having a hard time landing on their first job
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Sep 3Sep 3, 2026 28:09
第97集 : 《奥德赛》和茶歇中文的回来 The Odyssey and the Comeback of TeaTime Chinese
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TeaTime Chinese
PodcastExplore Mandarin with the TeaTime Chinese Podcast. Ideal for intermediate learners, our episodes utilize the Comprehensible Input method to delve into Chinese culture, history, literature, and society.
欢迎来到茶歇中文播客。我们的节目为中级学习者设计，用“可理解输入法”，带你探索中国的文化、历史、文学和社会。
TeaTime News
PodcastTeaTime News is tailored for intermediate learners. In each episode, we bring you the latest hot topics from China and around the globe in clear, comprehensible Chinese.
茶歇新闻为学习中文的外国朋友量身定制。每一集节目里，我们用简单易懂的汉语带来中国和国际热点新闻。
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TeaTime Blog
BlogA rich variety of topics: culture, grammar, daily life, and learning advice. A bit of everything to nourish your curiosity and boost your Mandarin!
丰富多元的主题：包含文化、语法、日常生活与学习技巧，满足你对中文的各种好奇心。
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TeaTime Letters
LettersPersonal letters written directly by Nathan to his readers: authentic reflections, thoughts, and warm insights on learning Chinese.
Nathan 亲自写给读者的随笔信件：分享真实感悟、个人思考与中文学习的独家心得。
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How TeaTime Chinese Works
A proven 3-step Comprehensible Input approach designed for intermediate Mandarin learners.
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1. Listen to Natural Chinese
Immerse yourself in authentic stories, history, and news spoken at a clear, comfortable pace for intermediate learners.
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2. Read Interactive Transcripts
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3. Expand Your Vocabulary
Save unfamiliar words, review context sentences, and move smoothly from intermediate to advanced Chinese.
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