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Using Your MP3 Player to Learn Chinese http://www.miao-zhu.net/?p=41 http://www.miao-zhu.net/?p=41#comments Tue, 26 Oct 2010 08:59:46 +0000 admin http://miao-zhu.net/?p=41 The rush of everyday life lends to time constraints on the things we want to do or even the things we need to do. MP3 players originally were designed to give us a mobile soundtrack of our lives, allowing us opportunity to carry our favorite tunes wherever we went. With the technology of MP3 thrust upon us, it wouldn’t be long until the multiple capabilities for the player were enhanced, allowing us other possibilities of use for the mini system. Now available for download on the MP3 player are programs to learn Chinese. This makes it possible to acquire a second language skill while caught in the rush of life. Whether walking to and from your job, sitting in your car, or even in the grocery…you can learn Chinese. It’s productive. And it’s an accomplishment. For people who’s time is limited who have always wanted to master being bilingual or for those who absolutely must learn it quick before a trip to the Asian world, this is resolution. The Chinese language can be accomplished simply by reaching out to resources you already have. Depending on what method you use, there are valuable resources available for download. Some lessons include almost everything–audio which has pronunciations, vocabulary, reading, plus added bonuses for practice. The software available for MP3 players is unlimited these days even in just the subject of learning Chinese. Some internet sites also offer daily MP3 broadcasts in Chinese. You are able to listen to new lessons everyday and practice them and it costs absolutely nothing. Other MP3 downloads for your Chinese language instruction offers conversations done two way and then broken down, explained and repeated for practices exercises. There is a talking dictionary available, containing over 81,000 entries. These talking dictionaries have over 2000 phrases and commonly used words in China. The downloads are designed to have playbacks at two different speeds. If reading or speaking Chinese isn’t your focus and you wish just to listen to Chinese music, that of course, is always possible with the MP3 player. The internet is chocked full of willing places allowing you the access to Chinese music. Some include flash imagery of peaceful Chinese scenery for more relaxation and entertainment. There is also shareware which permit’s the user to download and burn information to a cd. The prices vary as much as the attractiveness of the software package or shareware package. So, next time your stuck in traffic and your feeling tense, over or under stimulated. Consider the use of a MP3 player for your attention. Wouldn’t it be better to use down time to better yourself? If just for self-enrichment, for your career positioning, or even a new friend, using a MP3 player as a tool to learn Chinese can be easy, rewarding and entertaining. Relax through it all with something else, something worthwhile, capturing your attention. Your MP3 player can just about do it all these days, and that’s kind of like us…always trying to do it all.

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Using Declan’s Flashcards to Learn Chinese http://www.miao-zhu.net/?p=39 http://www.miao-zhu.net/?p=39#comments Tue, 26 Oct 2010 08:59:17 +0000 admin http://miao-zhu.net/?p=39 Learning the Chinese language can be a difficult task to embark on. Unlike other foreign languages, or the English language, the Chinese language embraces different layers of tones, phonetics, and over 3000 characters. However, the grammar and syntax of sentence structure remains simple in comparison to the English language. With the increasing demand to learn the Chinese language, many teachers have developed new instruction tools to help their students learn better and learn faster. Declan’s Flashcards used to teach Chinese are an effective resource for learning Chinese.

What are Flash Cards?

Flash cards are quite simply a series of cards which have a word or image printed on them. Declan’s Flashcards are different because they use audio lessons along with the flashcards, so the pronunciation of each word is stressed and understood.

Why use Flash Cards to learn Chinese?

In the world of learning, different levels of learning are used for all abilities. Not everyone learns the same. Visual learning, such as Declan’s Flashcards enable to student to create a mental picture and memorization from repetition. It is a more gentle, fun way to learn Chinese. Used along with the audio lessons and exercise practices, identification and application of words come with more ease.

Declan’s FlashCards is a proven system of quickly commanding the Chinese language. The audio word files contain over 4,000 words used commonly and frequently in the Chinese language. The flash cards use the Mandarin form of the Chinese language, the most spoken form of Chinese used today. This flashcard system is user friendly with dialogue and pop up screen to show the written form of the word, as well as it’s pronunciation and the meaning of the word. The student has the option to customize the files, such as creating a new word file, or working with the learning list master. The learning exercises are multi choice which include connection, meaning, and listening.

There are many ways to learn Chinese. And there are many outcomes possible given the method used to acquire the skill. Learning resources and tools are developed constantly to make the study of the language more desirable and accessible for those interested in Chinese. Using Declan’s Chinese Flashcards makes learning Chinese interesting, and takes away the aggravation and frustration involved in learning a second language.

Learning the Chinese language should not feel like a chore. Nor should it deter you away from learning it when you have encountered plateaus not easy to work through. This can be avoided completely and encourage learning if the right tools are used to learn Chinese. Traditional methods of instruction have been improved and the flash cards that were originally designed for grade school students now exist as a successful tool for teaching and learning in the adult world. Take advantage of these new methods, like Declan’s FlashCards, to effectively and quickly take you to the next level of the Chinese language successfully. It can be done faster with access to proven methods such as these.

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Mandarin Chinese http://www.miao-zhu.net/?p=37 http://www.miao-zhu.net/?p=37#comments Tue, 26 Oct 2010 08:59:07 +0000 admin http://miao-zhu.net/?p=37 After the Ch’ing dynasty fell in the early 17th century, it was necessary to come to agreement of a national language for China for proper dialects and pronunciations. It was until around 1913 however, until the Ministry of Education actually established the national language. The requirements were for the language to go beyond local dialects and include prominent properties used universally in the Asian world. Mandarin Chinese dominated and successfully became the superior and dominant Chinese usage. Starting in 1956, it is now the mandated language taught in Asia countries. Throughout the country it is still referred to as “guanya” or “national speech”, but in the west we call it Mandarin.

What makes mandarin Chinese different to learn than English, is it’s tones assigned to words which vary in high to low levels, and pitches. It is also a monosyllabic language with little or no modulation. Unlike the English alphabet, The Chinese language contains over 3000 frequently used characters and over 6500 listed in the Chinese dictionary. The characters denote deep meaning then just surface print. An addition or subtraction of a brushstroke changes the meaning of the character. As do tones used in pronunciation of Chinese words.

The writing of the Chinese language is done vertically and is read the same way. There is controversy over the traditional way of writing Chinese, as opposed to newer forms which make words hard to recognize. The generalized new way of writing Chinese also gives different meanings to words. As time progresses, you will see more of the traditional script being used and taught. Written Chinese is in Mandarin is also known as Hanyu.

Methods of learning mandarin Chinese would incorporate using what is referred to as Hanyu Pinyin, a Romanization system used for teaching Chinese. Pinyin means “phonetic notation” and uses roman numbers to correspond to sounds in mandarin Chinese.

When you want to begin the study of the Chinese language, decide what method of learning this complex language will suit your needs best. There are quick learn programs available, as well as free lessons online. You can study within the walls of a traditional classroom, or sign up for a class online. If you wish to study the Chinese language independently, consider using a download onto your mp3 player for enhanced learning and practice. To make practice entertaining, learn the mandarin form of Chinese thru interactive animations and games.

Flash cards are a great method of memorization, especially for commonly used phrases and characters. If you run across difficulties, consider a tutor either personally or connect with one online to prevent any frustration or to keep from giving up entirely. The point is to keep trying. Keep looking for unique ways to incorporate the language into your daily activities. Possibilities exist even in the smallest of means, for example stickers with words or phrases on it in the Chinese language placed around your house. Be creative.

Learning about the culture and the Chinese language offers a whole new way of looking at life and with enough effort and practice, this complex language can be mastered.

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Learn To Speak Chinese http://www.miao-zhu.net/?p=35 http://www.miao-zhu.net/?p=35#comments Tue, 26 Oct 2010 08:58:56 +0000 admin http://miao-zhu.net/?p=35 So, you want to learn to speak Chinese? And it’s no wonder why…with today’s world aggressively tapping into each other, we are culturally merging rapidly. The Chinese language has become increasingly popular, almost tripling the demand to learn the Chinese language in the past decade. High thanks to modern technology such as computers, cell phones, even MP3 players, language accommodation in these instruments is becoming the norm. Gone are the days of primary English communications on these devices, now you can speak and write the Chinese characters, as well as many other languages. In order to keep up with the technology advances, it is become crucial to pick up a second language in business as well. If you learn to speak Chinese, and you can demonstrate ability for the language, you are more than one step above others in career paths such a business, marketing, engineering and technology.

Our world is hungry for multi diverse individuals who can communicate effectively with other cultures. And why wouldn’t you want to learn to speak Chinese? It’s eloquent nature lends to the desire of understanding. The characters have become an art form themselves, basked across walls declaring deep meaning. It would be nice to be able to know what these refined instruments of communication were inspiring us to. There is a peace and balance somewhere within the Chinese culture and in their language. From their ways of life to ours is a bridge and by learning to speak Chinese we have began to cross it. With the call to learn to speak Chinese, countless sources have emerged for doing just that. Traditional methods of learning include classes, and private instructors. But today, it is easy to study the Chinese language online. Available resources include everything from history of the language to audio lessons.

It is beneficial to parallel your lessons with some form of audio for correct phonetic, tone, and enunciation properties of the Chinese language. The Chinese characters will be the hardest to master, but more than likely, fun to become skilled at. Learning to speak Chinese will also be entertaining as you familiarize your tongue with all the different tones of usage involved. Once the pronunciation is accomplished, you will be well on your way into commanding a second language. Being bilingual in today’s world is fast becoming a constant as we live in chorus with each other. Schools are reinforcing their teaching platforms of foreign languages more than ever, they see the future up ahead for these children. In their adult world, and in generations to follow, being bilingual may become mandatory, as well as multi lingual.

Learn to speak Chinese as an advantage to a career is optimal, or if traveling abroad, it will be useful. Consider all the uses of speaking Chinese, and know, that modern technology has already planned for this. Next time you pick up your cell phone, out of sheer curiosity, check your phone’s capabilities…odds are it has the ability to operate in another language, perhaps Chinese?

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Learn To Read Chinese http://www.miao-zhu.net/?p=33 http://www.miao-zhu.net/?p=33#comments Tue, 26 Oct 2010 08:58:40 +0000 admin http://miao-zhu.net/?p=33 If you ever sat down to eat in a Chinese restaurant, there’s a good chance you have had the opportunity to hear Chinese spoken fluently. The menu most likely contained beautiful Chinese characters depicting food offerings. This beautiful language lends its self to roots that began over 4000 years ago from the Sino- Tibetan vernacular form. Today, the most common style of Chinese used is the Mandarin Chinese language.

There are many methods available to learn to read Chinese. The written characters have been narrowed down to about 30 strokes for over 40,000 characters used. Chinese grammar is different and easier than English, as there is no noun inflections and verbs are basic in structure. If you are going to tackle the art of reading Chinese, begin with memorization and consistency in character identification of each character, and there are a lot. It can become overwhelming to the untrained eyes, but understanding of these characters is foremost before learning to read Chinese. The use of a Chinese dictionary can be your best friend, as you start to identify the relationship and categories of each character. It cannot be stressed enough to consistently use word association, memorization and dictionary definitions to develop skill in reading Chinese. The idea being able to put together characters you see on paper and pull up the information stored from the learning process so you can recognize what you are reading.

This is how you develop an initial beginning vocabulary in Chinese. The English language uses spaces to separate words that form sentences. However, the grammar used in the Chinese language does not. It is equally important to incorporate Chinese grammar into your dissection of the language if you embark on the skill of learning to read Chinese. Do not become discouraged, breakthrough’s in reading the language come after awhile from continual application. You can develop a fair enough reading level by studying and practicing the characters. It is also recommended to practice the writing of Chinese characters so the reading is more understandable. The Chinese language is written in parallel and vertically so formable sentence breaks occur naturally. Your brain will start to recognize patterns formed by the characters. Also an interesting task to master while studying the language, is the radical components and phonetics of each character. This is skill mastered in speaking, but as necessary in reading and writing as well if you really wish to thoroughly comprehend content in reading of the language.

Learning to read Chinese may be your goal this year. And with the Chinese language gaining momentum to be mastered other than English, and second to Spanish, there is more demand for those who have some command of this old world language. If not for personal, then for business, the Chinese language is finding it’s way rapidly into the daily lives of many. As for the demand, there is also mass supply of resources available to the wishful learner to accommodate their studying needs. Be brave on your quest, know success with reading the Chinese language inevitable.

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Learn how to write Chinese. http://www.miao-zhu.net/?p=31 http://www.miao-zhu.net/?p=31#comments Tue, 26 Oct 2010 08:58:29 +0000 admin http://miao-zhu.net/?p=31 It is said Mandarin Chinese is one of the top languages difficult to learn. The Chinese language embraces so many levels of complex spoken and written components within their language that it can almost seem to frustrating. In order to understand Chinese, you have to dissect the pronunciations, the written characters (and there are thousands upon thousands of them), and the tonal dialects used in each word. If the task of mastering the language becomes to cumbersome, it is often the choice to just give up.

There are means accessible to make writing Chinese somewhat easier. Some instructors suggest learning a few characters first which are most frequently used. Practice them over and over. Learning the direction of strokes, the difference in brushstrokes and pen (like thickness and style), and thorough repetition will be the best beginning point. Once familiarity of common used characters sets in, then a Chinese dictionary will come in handy to put meaning to the characters. A good guide to Chinese characters will encompass pages of most frequently used characters in the Chinese language. Practice writing Chinese and the characters. It is said that if you learn at least 800 of them, you will be able to retain at least, if not more, 86% of the characters commonly used. Double that and the comprehension rises to around 95% recognition. With that much understanding of the characters you are ready to begin grammatical lessons as well as beginning reading.

Lucky for those learning to read or write Chinese, grammar in the Chinese language is not as complex as the grammar and sentence syntax in the English language. Chinese grammar consists of only one form of verb and uses no tenses. To use adjectives, plurals, or past and future tenses, you would simply add one character. Learning to write characters in Chinese is a lot easier than actually speaking it. There is only one format used to write Chinese and is simple to comprehend.

The effect of repetition, practice and continual usage will improve your success tremendously. As will the all the free offerings online to help instruct you. Whatever your capacity or level for learning, most likely, there exists avenues online which will cater to your focus on learning to write Chinese. The most important thing to remember is not to give up. There will be plateaus and frustrating crossroads, but breakthrough always comes. If need be, seek guidance and help from those already proficient in the language for encouragement. Sometimes it is more beneficial to have a one on one instruction, or tutor, especially if you have questions or concerns about the direction you are heading into with the mastering of the Chinese language.

The Chinese language is a beautiful artful language becoming increasingly popular in the world. With the demand to learn Chinese, especially in writing the eloquent Chinese characters, more learning tools are becoming readily available. Explore all possibilities for gaining valuable knowledge on this subject, and persevere boldly into learning to write Chinese.

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Learn Chinese Free http://www.miao-zhu.net/?p=29 http://www.miao-zhu.net/?p=29#comments Tue, 26 Oct 2010 08:58:07 +0000 admin http://miao-zhu.net/?p=29 There is reason enough to learn Chinese in today’s world. In the business world, relationships with China are increasing it’s influence in our economy. Attractive candidates for employers will encompass the skills of being bilingual. In our personal relationships, we are becoming elbow to elbow with combining cultures. Even online, our communications to pen pals exist in Asian countries and the need to break the language barrier stronger than ever. In social-patterns, we have to adopt cultural sensitivities to those merging into Americanism. By learning Chinese we, with or without consciously knowing, have created more doors of opportunity all the way around.

For many, learning Chinese is not an option but a necessary means to higher objective. And equally, for many there is limited budget available in which to acquire the skill of Chinese. Thank god for the online resources abundant and available in which to learn Chinese free.

With a little effort, one can easily access the classes online, or download software to begin the learning experience. Shareware exists at little or no cost.

Learning Chinese can be seen as a difficult task to embark upon. Many people have quit before they even began due to the overwhelming complexities distinctive and unique to Chinese. Now as demand grows for the language, online sites have supplied variations on tools to learn Chinese. To keep it light and fun, many programs let you play games for free or indulge in interactive animation to keep your attention and desire strong. Some programs offer flash cards, as well as teach you how to make your own flash cards. There are dozens of hints and helpful advice on how to learn more quickly, how to affect memorization abilities, and where to go for more free Chinese lessons. On many of these web sites are links, some worthy and some leading to more links, which may be of use in searching out free Chinese lessons.

If time is also a factor, consider using your MP3 player or CD burner to download lessons you can take on the go. This way to study Chinese is intensely popular and as popularity grows, so does the sites catering to programs most used. Also, available for free is access to a Chinese dictionary, to be used as a bookmark, or in some cases a download. Other fun places to explore Chinese for free are the blogs created for improving your skills. Then there is Chinese music and live broadcasts daily to entertain and keep familiarizing you with the language. Also a fun site to immerse yourself in for awhile, is those creating Chinese names from your given name, full in beauty of characters and meaning. You can learn to draw Chinese characters for free online as well. Actually, anything you wish to learn in Chinese, you can learn free online. Upon that, once you have mastered basic abilities, you may wish to up the ante and consider the next level of learning and programs available to you.

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Learn Chinese Calligraphy http://www.miao-zhu.net/?p=27 http://www.miao-zhu.net/?p=27#comments Tue, 26 Oct 2010 08:57:51 +0000 admin http://miao-zhu.net/?p=27 You have seen it everywhere. The beautiful strokes in black brushed on a canvas. Meaning something, but were not sure what. You see it in tattoo’s left on the skin to declare deep significance to the wearer, and often out of curiosity we ask what it means. It is a peaceful mystery, we are drawn to it naturally. The infamy of Chinese calligraphy has become an art to be understood and learned. Not only do we want it on our walls and skin, we want to become even more personal with it. You can learn Chinese calligraphy, and create the same beautiful words as do the masters.

Chinese calligraphy began in 213 B.C. by Prime Minister Li Szu who created over 3000 characters to be used by the Chinese scholars. The five different styles, zhuan-shu, li-shu, kai-shu,xing-shu, and cao-shu, are all forms used in Chinese calligraphy. One word can be written in different ways depending on the style and the execution of that style. The word can be fluid, formal, exact, whimsical…it all is in the hand of the application and unique individual deliverance of the strokes. Many masters from the beginning of origin to now have left their work for us to enjoy as art today. When you begin to study calligraphy, you will adopt a style which is distinctive to you and perfect the strokes as your own form of self expression. The artistic value of Chinese calligraphy is in the skill and method is exclusive to the particular creative ability delivering it. When well done, the words interpretations are more leaning to abstract art, then anything else.

As you learn Chinese calligraphy, you will notice that traditionally certain materials are used in a particular way to produce the eloquent results. The Chinese use special brushes made of rabbit hair or sheep. One brush is for sharpness in line drawing, and the other for rhythm and depth all equaling to the subject’s inner self. Also used in Chinese calligraphy, is a thick ground ink combined with water and applied to Chinese paper (also called rice paper) or silk. This form shows depth, contrast, density and texture and creates a rhythmic balance. When the Chinese apply color to this art form, it is to show the subject’s characteristics or moods. Another unique quality to Chinese calligraphy is the poetry inscribed within it. It becomes the artist’s signature or inscription exclusive to them. Chinese Calligraphy minimizes the use of space, sometimes leaving a canvas almost blank, with just a few brushstrokes leaving a word to contemplate on. The styles of this writing do not embrace crowding compositions with too much and badly placed brushstrokes. The rules behind learning Chinese calligraphy are to invite simplicity, balance, beauty, and originality of style. You should possess graceful execution and represent the depth of meaning of each stroke, whether using a brush or ink. The idea behind Chinese calligraphy is to find understanding and beauty is simple delivery of who you are as the artist and what you are projecting as meaning with the chosen style adopted.

When you learn Chinese calligraphy, it is easy to become infatuated with the art form and easy to be immersed completely into cultural richness that has been alive for over a 1000 years.

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Learn Chinese http://www.miao-zhu.net/?p=25 http://www.miao-zhu.net/?p=25#comments Tue, 26 Oct 2010 08:57:39 +0000 admin http://miao-zhu.net/?p=25 The Chinese language is illusive to English speaking world, almost seems to be a complex mystery intimidating to unravel and to understand. If you wish to learn Chinese, then approach it delicately and thoroughly as a bridge to not only communication with this beautiful culture, but learn Chinese to harvest the history and ways of their world as well.

Historically, the Chinese language evolved from Proto-Sino-Tibetan and has ascended into modern day with most Chinese communities speaking either Mandarin or Cantonese forms of the Chinese language. There are different varieties on both of these depending on the geographical localities. The linguistics of the Chinese language are easier to trace back in time than are the characters used for Chinese alphabet, as there is rare documentation found to support the origins.

For those wishing to learn Chinese worldwide has tripled in the last decade, making it an increasingly popular language to learn. With that, a standard form of Chinese instruction used these days is called “Hanyu Pinyin”, or simply, Standard Mandarin. It is a universal form of teaching used worldwide to help people learn Chinese. Without it, learning this language might seem to difficult to commit to. The Chinese language is undoubtedly a intricate and diverse language to comprehend, with characters, phonics, tones, meanings and speaking so different from the language native to each of us. However, with the proper teaching tools and discipline, learning Chinese can be a eloquent and beneficial goal. Today’s world demands multi cultural merging in communications, especially with business and now, internet as well. Your value doubles if you have successfully picked up a second language, more career doors open as a result. And with the world becoming so much smaller in business and communications, thanks to the internet, learning Chinese as your second language may be exactly to your advantage.

There are numerous methods of learning the Chinese language and endless resources available to teach you. If you keep an eye opened around your community, you may find classes scheduled for you to learn Chinese. There are classes given at universities and schools, as well as shorter courses available with adult continuing education classes which costs less than traditional avenues of learning. If you wish the more private, unscheduled form of learning, then optimally the online courses are designed for you. This articulate language is easier understood by listening to someone who is native to the Chinese language. By hearing the phonetics and tone involved, may make learning Chinese easier. Tutors and private instructors can be hired to teach you proper speaking of Chinese. Also available are online courses which include lessons that let you hear how words are put together or spoken. The most difficult part to master when you learn Chinese language is all the characters, but the grammar aspect will be a cinch for most as it is not nearly as complex as is the grammar used in English language.

The Chinese language is without a doubt a striking art form as well as it is a language and we are hungry to understand what it all means when we look at the characters written on a page or on art hanging on a wall next to us. Our curious nature draws us that much closer to discovery of the Chinese culture and deepens our appreciation for it when we finally choose to teach ourselves more and more about it. To learn Chinese is another journey began.

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