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Understand first, then speak.
Follow a model, express yourself, get feedback, then use it in a new context. Starting from your level and goals, we link words, sentences and all four skills in connected tasks, so Chinese becomes a language you can use.
Understand the purpose, notice difficulties and prepare for another conversation. Take one useful focus forward.
Before
Bring a task you want to complete
Want to order a meal, present a plan or describe an experience? Tell your teacher your goal and bring any phrases you are unsure about.
During
Try first, then adjust with feedback
Notice whether you understood and made your point. Your teacher models, asks follow-ups and prompts, focusing on what affects understanding and the task.
After
Use the same phrase in a new context
Review the lesson's phrases and tips, and retell them with your own experience. Note what is still unclear so the next lesson builds on it.
Different goals, different practice.
Start with a situation where you want to use Chinese, then explore the course that fits.
Yes. Start by recognising sounds, understanding simple questions and repeating short phrases. Tasks can be small, like saying your name, a preference or a greeting, then build up.
Do lessons only cover speaking?+
No. Depending on your goals, lessons combine listening, speaking, reading and writing. Reading a message, understanding a reply, noting key words and expressing yourself can all be part of one task.
Will the teacher interrupt when I make mistakes?+
Feedback depends on the task and your level. Errors that block understanding are clarified straight away; otherwise you finish speaking, then review words, pronunciation or structure and try again.
How do online and in-person lessons differ?+
The approach is the same: set goals, follow models, practise in context and review with feedback. Online uses video, text and shared materials; in person adds face-to-face interaction and on-site tasks.
How do I know what to practise next?+
Review your task results, recurring issues and real-life needs together. Comprehension, listening, vocabulary or structure may each need different practice, so next steps are agreed based on your performance.
Bring one goal and try a real conversation.
Tell us your level, the task you want to achieve and your availability, and start from the right point.