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The four tones: from listening to speaking

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Who it is forBeginner learners reviewing the four tones

Four tones: listening and speaking / Demo preview
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What is inside?

  • The basic movement of the four tones
  • Distinguishing the same syllable with different tones
  • Practising tones in short sentences

How to practise

  1. Listen before imitating.
  2. Choose two tones you find easy to confuse.
  3. Repeat them in short sentences.

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