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| 21 Jan 2023 | Intermediate | 腾讯集团对内部员工的惩治登上了百度热搜 | Tencent Group's punishment of internal employees was listed on Baidu Hot Search | Mandarin Chinese Story | 00:01:02 | |
"Tencent's punishment list of 48 people" was listed on Baidu Hot Search. The punishment list includes employees of Tencent Group in multiple businesses. Many young people who used to be full of blood lost themselves in the face of the temptation of money. Join other motivated learners on your Chinese learning journey with maayot. Receive a daily Chinese reading in Mandarin Chinese in your inbox. Full text in Chinese, daily quiz to test your understanding, one-click dictionary, new words, etc. Got a question or comment? Reach out to us at contact[at]maayot.com | |||
| 27 Jul 2024 | Advanced | 【对话】“剩菜盲盒”在上海火了！ | [Conversation] “Blind boxes for leftovers” are on fire in Shanghai! | Mandarin Chinese Story | 00:01:56 | |
Some cafeterias open to the public in Shanghai have introduced “blind boxes for leftovers”. The boxes are cheap, so many people who want to save money like them. Lin Meng and Zhang Ying discuss their views on the “blind leftover box”. | |||
| 18 Feb 2023 | Advanced | 租地种菜成为了受欢迎的周末户外活动 | Renting land to grow vegetables has become a popular weekend outdoor activity | Mandarin Chinese Story | 00:01:44 | |
Recently, "Shanghai has set off a land renting and vegetable planting craze: 1500 yuan a year" has been listed on Baidu's hot search in China. However, renting land to grow vegetables is not the first in Shanghai. Many cities in China have similar activities with mature operation. Join other motivated learners on your Chinese learning journey with maayot. Receive a daily Chinese reading in Mandarin Chinese in your inbox. Full text in Chinese, daily quiz to test your understanding, one-click dictionary, new words, etc. Got a question or comment? Reach out to us at contact[at]maayot.com | |||
| 21 Oct 2023 | Intermediate | 【热搜】央视前女主持任星巴克董事 | 【Hot search】Former CCTV hostess appointed as Starbucks director | Mandarin Chinese Story | 00:00:56 | |
Starbucks is an internationally recognized coffee brand. And to the surprise of netizens, a woman who was a Chinese CCTV host recently became a director of Starbucks when its founder left the board. | |||
| 17 Jul 2021 | Intermediate | “猴年马月”是什么时候？ | When Is“The Horse Month Of The Monkey Year”? | Mandarin Chinese Story | 00:04:30 | |
There are many idioms in Chinese associated with animals, such as monkeys, dogs, chicks, and tigers etc. To look at the words, it is hard to guess the meaning. In today’s story, we are going to learn an idiom, called “the horse month of the monkey year”. In addition to the actual meaning of the idiom, we are also going to discuss the relations between horse and monkey in Chinese culture. Join other motivated learners on your Chinese learning journey with maayot. Receive a daily chinese reading in Mandarin Chinese in your inbox. Full text in Chinese, daily quiz to test your understanding, one-click dictionary, new words, etc. Got a question or comment? Reach out to us at contact[at]maayot.com | |||
| 01 Apr 2023 | Beginner | 我们下午开完会去租辆车吧 | Let's rent a car after the afternoon meeting | Mandarin Chinese Story | 00:00:58 | |
Gao Jin and Li Yang are going to attend several meetings in Beijing. Gao Jin felt it inconvenient to have no car, so he wanted to rent a car. Join other motivated learners on your Chinese learning journey with maayot. Receive a daily Chinese reading in Mandarin Chinese in your inbox. Full text in Chinese, daily quiz to test your understanding, one-click dictionary, new words, etc. Got a question or comment? Reach out to us at contact[at]maayot.com | |||
| 15 Jul 2023 | Beginner | 除了灯泡和垃圾桶，我等会儿还要买点儿面包 | Besides the light bulb and trash can, I need to buy some bread later | Mandarin Chinese Story | 00:01:03 | |
Zhang Li's car has been sent for repair. She is going to take her good friend Gao Yue's car home today. However, Gao Yue needs to go to the supermarket to buy something before returning home. Join other motivated learners on your Chinese learning journey with maayot. Receive a daily Chinese reading in Mandarin Chinese in your inbox. Full text in Chinese, daily quiz to test your understanding, one-click dictionary, new words, etc. Got a question or comment? Reach out to us at contact[at]maayot.com | |||
| 17 Apr 2021 | Intermediate | 文明就是不让任何人被抛下 | Civilization Means Leaving No One Behind | Mandarin Chinese Story | 00:03:46 | |
Most of the new technologies are invented have the same goal-- to make people's lives more convenient. But we also have to admit that every technology has a gap that blocks out those who don't know how to use it. In today’s story, we are going to discuss why we should consider to rights and benefits of those people who are not able to fully enjoy the benefits of new technologies. Join other motivated learners on your Chinese learning journey with maayot. Receive a daily chinese reading in Mandarin Chinese in your inbox. Full text in Chinese, daily quiz to test your understanding, one-click dictionary, new words, etc. Got a question or comment? Reach out to us at contact[at]maayot.com | |||
| 18 Dec 2021 | Advanced | 古代的冰上活动 | Ice Sports In Ancient Time | Mandarin Chinese Story | 00:06:01 | |
The opening of Winter Olympics in Beijing is just over a month to go, and we will enjoy the highest level of ice and snow sports in the world. Compared with European and Northern American countries, ice and snow sports started relatively late in China. But speaking of ice activities, China has had ice skating, sledding and other ice activities since a very early time. However, these activities were not developed as professional sports. In today’s story, we are going to look at some of the ice sports in ancient China. Join other motivated learners on your Chinese learning journey with maayot. Receive a daily chinese reading in Mandarin Chinese in your inbox. Full text in Chinese, daily quiz to test your understanding, one-click dictionary, new words, etc. Got a question or comment? Reach out to us at contact[at]maayot.com | |||
| 04 Mar 2023 | Advanced | 新出现的高薪职业：月嫂和住家保姆 | New high-paying occupations: maternity matron and housekeeper | Mandarin Chinese Story | 00:01:44 | |
In China, maternity matron and housekeeper have gradually become high-paying occupations. Many white-collar workers are even shocked by the salary of the maternity matron and housekeeper in first-tier cities. Join other motivated learners on your Chinese learning journey with maayot. Receive a daily Chinese reading in Mandarin Chinese in your inbox. Full text in Chinese, daily quiz to test your understanding, one-click dictionary, new words, etc. Got a question or comment? Reach out to us at contact[at]maayot.com | |||
| 16 Sep 2023 | Advanced | 《装腔启示录》展示了高级打工人的生活 | "Pretentious Apocalypse" shows the life of a high-class beatnik. | Mandarin Chinese Story | 00:01:45 | |
The recent hit TV series "Pretentious Apocalypse" shows the sophisticated lives of frontline investment bankers and non-prosecuting attorneys. | |||
| 20 Apr 2024 | Intermediate | 【对话】被裁的人中有几十个人要和公司进行谈判 | [Conversation] Dozens of those who were laid off will negotiate with the company | Mandarin Chinese Story | 00:01:13 | |
Wang Jun's company laid off 200 people at once. Due to their dissatisfaction with the compensation plan, dozens of those laid off are negotiating with the company. Zhang Jun lamented that Wang Jun's company is very cruel. In addition, he felt that the founder of Wang Jun's company is not like someone who would be impulsive to lay off so many people at once. | |||
| 12 Nov 2022 | Advanced | 双十一购物活动已经走过十一年 | It has been 11 years since the Double 11 shopping event | Mandarin Chinese Story | 00:02:40 | |
This year marks the 11th year of the online Double Eleven shopping event. Launched by Alibaba in 2009, the shopping promotion has become an important tool to boost domestic consumption in China. Join other motivated learners on your Chinese learning journey with maayot. Receive a daily Chinese reading in Mandarin Chinese in your inbox. Full text in Chinese, daily quiz to test your understanding, one-click dictionary, new words, etc. Got a question or comment? Reach out to us at contact[at]maayot.com | |||
| 16 Dec 2023 | Advanced | 做好社区生意不容易 | It's not easy to do business in the community | Mandarin Chinese Story | 00:01:46 | |
Community business is different now from the past. While business in the past relied heavily on the location of the store and the ability of the salesperson, today's community business relies heavily on the store's ability to run an integrated online and offline operation. | |||
| 29 May 2021 | Advanced | 括号里的心声 | The Voice In The Brackets | Mandarin Chinese Story | 00:03:08 | |
In the era of Internet, all kinds of new words and expressions emerge one after another. Most of them are quite creative and there would always be some reasons behind the creation of words. In today’s story, we are going to look at a new way of expression that is quite interesting, it often reflects two different meanings in one sentence and therefore, the form of the expression is different compared with other structure of sentences. Let’s take a look what it is. Join other motivated learners on your Chinese learning journey with maayot. Receive a daily chinese reading in Mandarin Chinese in your inbox. Full text in Chinese, daily quiz to test your understanding, one-click dictionary, new words, etc. Got a question or comment? Reach out to us at contact[at]maayot.com | |||
| 29 Mar 2021 | Best Chinese Learning Games | Learn Mandarin Chinese with Reading and Stories at maayot | 00:06:59 | |
The easiest way to learn something is to have fun with it! Join other motivated Chinese learners on your journey with maayot.com . Receive daily an engaging story in Mandarin Chinese in your inbox. Full text for Chinese Reading, daily quiz to test your understanding, one-click dictionary, new words, etc.
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| 27 Nov 2021 | Intermediate | 滥竽充数 | Hold A Post Without Qualifications | Mandarin Chinese Story | 00:04:32 | |
In Chinese, when we point out someone hold a post without qualifications or make up a number without active work, we use the idiom “làn yú chōng shù”. The direct meaning of this idiom is that pretend to play the Yu (a wind instrument) in order to make up the number for an orchestra. In today’s story, we are going to learn the original story behind this idiom. Join other motivated learners on your Chinese learning journey with maayot. Receive a daily chinese reading in Mandarin Chinese in your inbox. Full text in Chinese, daily quiz to test your understanding, one-click dictionary, new words, etc. Got a question or comment? Reach out to us at contact[at]maayot.com | |||
| 14 Oct 2023 | Intermediate | 【对话】我当然要来参加你的婚礼啦！| [Conversation] Of course I'm coming to your wedding! | Mandarin Chinese Story | 00:00:59 | |
Wang Jun is attending Zhang Nan's wedding. Wang Jun gave Zhang Nan a big red envelope. | |||
| 24 Jun 2023 | Advanced | 在中国比赛的时候，梅西感受到了中国粉丝对他的喜爱 | When playing in China, Messi felt the love of Chinese fans for him | Mandarin Chinese Story | 00:01:43 | |
The friendly match between the Argentine and Australian soccer teams in China provided a look at the Chinese love affair with Messi. The teenager who rushed into the field during the players' break was a reminder of the vitality of China's young generation. Join other motivated learners on your Chinese learning journey with maayot. Receive a daily Chinese reading in Mandarin Chinese in your inbox. Full text in Chinese, daily quiz to test your understanding, one-click dictionary, new words, etc. Got a question or comment? Reach out to us at contact[at]maayot.com | |||
| 27 Aug 2022 | Advanced | 大学毕业生租房不易 | It is not easy for college graduates to rent an apartment | Mandarin Chinese Story | 00:03:00 | |
Every year, a large number of college graduates in China choose to work in first and second-tier cities after graduation, and the vast majority of them need to rent an apartment in advance in the city where they work. It is not only troublesome for young people to rent an apartment across cities, but also risky. | |||
| 10 Aug 2024 | Advanced | 【对话】我在云南一个不知名的村子呆了一周 | [Conversation] I spent a week in an unknown village in Yunnan | Mandarin Chinese Story | 00:01:25 | |
Wang Jun asked Zhang Jun where he went for fun during his vacation. Zhang Jun told Wang Jun that he spent a week in an unknown village in Yunnan. He thought that village had beautiful scenery and the houses had their own characteristics. | |||
| 10 Feb 2024 | Advanced | 在新加坡工作：高收入下的压力与挑战 |Working in Singapore: Pressure and challenges under high income | Mandarin Chinese Story | 00:01:57 | |
The article discusses the challenges and pressure of working in Singapore, a leading Asian financial and economic hub. Despite high salaries, Singapore's competitive job market and high living costs can be stressful. Balancing work and life in this environment is a complex. | |||
| 09 Jul 2022 | Advanced | 北大包丽案开庭了 | Peking University Baoli case is in court | Mandarin Chinese Story | 00:03:19 | |
It is not easy to get into Peking University in China with the results of the college entrance examination. So every student who gets into Peking University treasures the opportunity to study in Peking University. But in 2019 there was a female student from Peking University Law School committed suicide in a hotel near the school. And her suicide showed people the power of spiritual PUA and the terrible human nature. | |||
| 03 Feb 2024 | Beginner | 原来空调有这么多不同的颜色 | There are so many different colors of air conditioners | Mandarin Chinese Story | 00:00:42 | |
In the conversation, Li Yang informed Gao Jin that air conditioners come in different colors, surprising Gao Jin who thought they were only white. Gao Jin then expressed interest in choosing a colored air conditioner for his next purchase. | |||
| 19 Mar 2022 | Intermediate | 二十四节气之春分 | The 24 Solor Terms--Spring Equinox | Mandarin Chinese Story | 00:04:15 | |
Today is the Spring Equinox, which is one of the 24 solar terms in China. The spring equinox is the fourth solar term in spring. It is not only a solar term representing climate change, but also of great significance to astronomy. In today’s story, we are going to discuss the features of Spring Equinox, and some special customs of this season. Join other motivated learners on your Chinese learning journey with maayot. Receive a daily chinese reading in Mandarin Chinese in your inbox. Full text in Chinese, daily quiz to test your understanding, one-click dictionary, new words, etc. Got a question or comment? Reach out to us at contact[at]maayot.com | |||
| 04 Dec 2021 | Advanced | 两性思维方式的差异 | Differences In Mindset Between Genders | Mandarin Chinese Story | 00:05:43 | |
Many years ago, there was a popular book called “Men from Mars and women from Venus”. The book illustrates the differences between men and women in simple and funny ways. As for the reasons for the differences in mindset between men and women, some people think it is natural, while others think it is acquired. Today, let's discuss what are the reasons causes the differences in mindset between men and women. Join other motivated learners on your Chinese learning journey with maayot. Receive a daily chinese reading in Mandarin Chinese in your inbox. Full text in Chinese, daily quiz to test your understanding, one-click dictionary, new words, etc. Got a question or comment? Reach out to us at contact[at]maayot.com | |||
| 01 Jun 2024 | Intermediate | 【对话】王军因为没完成销售目标而感到沮丧 | [Conversation] Wang Jun was frustrated because he didn't meet his sales target | Mandarin Chinese Story | 00:01:00 | |
Wang Jun lamented that although he had not taken a break for 16 days, he still had not met his sales target. Zhang Jun reassured him that this was because the current market was not good. | |||
| 23 Jul 2022 | Beginner | 中国家长为孩子的学习花了不少钱和时间 | Chinese parents spend a lot of money and time on their children's studies | Mandarin Chinese Story | 00:01:06 | |
Zhang Li and Gao Yue's friend Lisa is teaching English to elementary school students. Lisa says her students have a very good foundation in English. Zhang Li and Gao Yue wonder how much money and time Chinese parents can spend on their children's learning. | |||
| 10 Sep 2022 | Advanced | 专家：虽然人民币兑美元汇率跌至6.9，但人民币并不脆弱 | Experts: China's currency is not vulnerable despite falling to 6.9 against US dollar | Mandarin Chinese Story | 00:01:35 | |
The yuan has been trading at 6.9 to the dollar since March this year. This has led many netizens to worry about the ability of China's financial system to cope with a potential financial crisis. But in fact, China's exchange rate against the dollar has always fluctuated. This fluctuation has stabilized between 6.2 and 7 in recent years. | |||
| 03 Aug 2024 | Advanced | 为了实现自己的医学梦，清华毕业生毕业十多年后再次参加高考 | To realize his medical dream, Tsinghua graduate takes college entrance exam again after graduating for more than a decade | Mandarin Chinese Story | 00:01:47 | |
Li Long, 35, graduated from Tsinghua University many years ago. With his heart set on studying medicine, he took the college entrance exam again this year. Although he only studied for less than two hundred days, Li Long scored 626 points. Netizens were surprised by this score and expressed their admiration for him. | |||
| 14 Oct 2023 | Advanced | 【热搜】本科生将学历改为高中后收到几十个面试邀请 | [Hot Search] Undergraduate receives dozens of interview invitations after changing his degree to high school | Mandarin Chinese Story | 00:01:49 | |
"Undergraduate student receives dozens of interview invitations after changing his education to high school" has been on Baidu Hot Search. This incident has shocked many people who hope to change their destiny by taking the college entrance exam. | |||
| 01 Jan 2022 | Beginner | 你的中文说得真好（一段对话） | You Speak Chinese Very Well (A Dialogue) | Mandarin Chinese Story | 00:02:42 | |
Now there are more and more foreign friends who speak Chinese very well. Some people speak Chinese as if they were Chinese. In today’s story, we are going to listen to a dialogue between Mary, Xiaoli and Lina Yu. Lina just met Xiaoli, and her Chinese really impressed Xiaoli. Let’s take a look why does she speak Chinese so well. Join other motivated learners on your Chinese learning journey with maayot. Receive a daily chinese reading in Mandarin Chinese in your inbox. Full text in Chinese, daily quiz to test your understanding, one-click dictionary, new words, etc. Got a question or comment? Reach out to us at contact[at]maayot.com | |||
| 25 May 2024 | Intermediate | 去县城度假的年轻人变多了 | More and more young people are going to the county for holidays | Mandarin Chinese Story | 00:00:55 | |
For vacations, young people prefer to have a good rest than traveling in crowded places. They do not want to continue to consume themselves while on vacation. Therefore, some counties with fewer people and less expense and nice scenery have become the first choice of young people for vacation. | |||
| 03 Aug 2024 | Intermediate | 很多健身房开在了不太容易被注意到的地方 | Many gyms open in less noticeable places | Mandarin Chinese Story | 00:00:50 | |
In order to reduce the operation cost, many fitness studios are opened in less noticeable places. And people dare to do so because, in China, gyms can get a lot of attracted orders by doing promotions on their apps. | |||
| 10 Sep 2022 | Beginner | 你姐姐能做这次文化交流的法语翻译吧？ | Could your sister do the French translation of this cultural exchange? | Mandarin Chinese Story | 00:01:03 | |
Some French universities want to come to Gao Jin's school for cultural exchange, but the school has not found a suitable French translator. Li Yang thinks Gao Jin's sister has strong French ability, so she can do the French translation this time. But Gao Jin says... | |||
| 23 Apr 2022 | Beginner | 外国友人喜欢来中国的大城市读书 | Foreigners like coming to study in China's big cities | Mandarin Chinese Story | 00:00:57 | |
Nowadays, many young overseas friends will come to China to study in big cities. It's just that they all choose cities like Beijing and Shanghai. | |||
| 08 Jul 2023 | Beginner | 你等会儿下楼的时候记得去超市领代金券 | Remember to go to the supermarket to collect the voucher when you go downstairs later | Mandarin Chinese Story | 00:00:53 | |
Gao Yue's mother reminds Gao Yue to remember to go to the supermarket to get a voucher when she goes downstairs. Gao Yue confirmed to her mother which supermarket it was, then she asked her mother if she needed to buy anything back. Join other motivated learners on your Chinese learning journey with maayot. Receive a daily Chinese reading in Mandarin Chinese in your inbox. Full text in Chinese, daily quiz to test your understanding, one-click dictionary, new words, etc. Got a question or comment? Reach out to us at contact[at]maayot.com | |||
| 06 May 2023 | Intermediate | 品牌方在进行广告投放的时候变得更加谨慎了 | Brands are becoming more cautious about advertising | Mandarin Chinese Story | 00:01:04 | |
Many vloggers say that fewer brands are turning to them for AD deals this year. Many netizens who like to watch the video also feel the change. People think this is because the profits of many consumer goods brands have fallen in the past two years. Join other motivated learners on your Chinese learning journey with maayot. Receive a daily Chinese reading in Mandarin Chinese in your inbox. Full text in Chinese, daily quiz to test your understanding, one-click dictionary, new words, etc. Got a question or comment? Reach out to us at contact[at]maayot.com | |||
| 03 Jul 2021 | Intermediate | 商人的由来 | The Origin Of The Merchant | Mandarin Chinese Story | 00:03:16 | |
In Chinese, there are many terms that are related to business contain the character of “Shāng”. In today’s story, we are going to discuss the origin of the merchant in Chinese history. We will see that there is a reason for these words contains the character of “Shāng”. Join other motivated learners on your Chinese learning journey with maayot. Receive a daily chinese reading in Mandarin Chinese in your inbox. Full text in Chinese, daily quiz to test your understanding, one-click dictionary, new words, etc. Got a question or comment? Reach out to us at contact[at]maayot.com | |||
| 15 May 2021 | Advanced | 公募基金成为中国年轻人的投资新选择 | Public Offering Of Fund Have Become A New Investment Choice For Young Chinese | Mandarin Chinese Story | 00:04:42 | |
5 years ago, the stock market is the main investment channel for Chinese people in general. The trend has changed in recent years and public offering of fund become very popular among Chinese investors, especially for young people. However, when people invest their money into the market without any knowledge and experience, it is something really should be concerned. In today’s story, we are going to discuss the trend of Chinese market fund investment in recent years. Join other motivated learners on your Chinese learning journey with maayot. Receive a daily chinese reading in Mandarin Chinese in your inbox. Full text in Chinese, daily quiz to test your understanding, one-click dictionary, new words, etc. Got a question or comment? Reach out to us at contact[at]maayot.com | |||
| 24 Aug 2024 | Beginner | 这些衣服真的很适合高进 | These dresses are really suitable for Gao Jin | Mandarin Chinese Story | 00:00:52 | |
Li Yang noticed that Gao Jin's new clothes had become more numerous recently and they were all of good quality. Therefore, he asks Gao Jin's sister Gao Yue if Gao Jin is in love. Gao Yue tells him... | |||
| 07 Aug 2021 | Advanced | 唐代的美酒 | The Liquors Produced In Tang Dynasty | Mandarin Chinese Story | 00:05:16 | |
Whether in ancient times, or in modern times, liquor always is an essential thing on the dining table when people gathered in a banquet. In many people’s perceptions, most of the traditional Chinese liquors taste strong and spicy. In today’s story, we are going to talk about various liquors produced during Tang Dynasty. We will find out that the definition of a good liquors was different then than it is now. Join other motivated learners on your Chinese learning journey with maayot. Receive a daily chinese reading in Mandarin Chinese in your inbox. Full text in Chinese, daily quiz to test your understanding, one-click dictionary, new words, etc. Got a question or comment? Reach out to us at contact[at]maayot.com | |||
| 01 Jun 2024 | Advanced | 【对话】你可以尝试做一个数字人来穿你的旗袍 | [Conversation] You can try to make a digital person to wear your cheongsam | Mandarin Chinese Story | 00:01:48 | |
CHatGPT appears in the credits of Indian comedies. Thus, Lin Meng and Zhang Ying discussed the use of AI to make videos and digital people. | |||
| 01 May 2021 | Intermediate | 八仙过海，各显神通 | When Eight Immortals Crossed The Sea; Each Showed Their Own Magic | Mandarin Chinese Story | 00:02:50 | |
The fairy story of eight immortals is one of the most popular and widely distributed stories in China. It has derived into a proverb that still has been widely used. In today’s story, let’s take a look at what does this term mean under different circumstance. Join other motivated learners on your Chinese learning journey with maayot. Receive a daily chinese reading in Mandarin Chinese in your inbox. Full text in Chinese, daily quiz to test your understanding, one-click dictionary, new words, etc. Got a question or comment? Reach out to us at contact[at]maayot.com | |||
| 10 Jul 2021 | Intermediate | “先生“的意思和用法 | The Meaning And Use Of The Word "Sir" | Mandarin Chinese Story | 00:04:54 | |
Nowadays, the meaning of word “sir” is quite straightforward to us and it is also a basic word for our daily communication. However, the original meaning of this word is different to what we perceive today. In today’s story, we are going to discuss the meanings and the use of the word from ancient to modern times. Join other motivated learners on your Chinese learning journey with maayot. Receive a daily chinese reading in Mandarin Chinese in your inbox. Full text in Chinese, daily quiz to test your understanding, one-click dictionary, new words, etc. Got a question or comment? Reach out to us at contact[at]maayot.com | |||
| 25 Feb 2023 | Intermediate | 【对话】日本高端外国人才中66%来自中国 | [Dialogue] 66% of Japanese high-end foreign talents come from China | Mandarin Chinese Story | 00:01:07 | |
Lin Meng was surprised to see the hot search "Japanese media report: 66% of high-end foreign talents in Japan come from China", and discussed this issue with Zhang Nan. Join other motivated learners on your Chinese learning journey with maayot. Receive a daily Chinese reading in Mandarin Chinese in your inbox. Full text in Chinese, daily quiz to test your understanding, one-click dictionary, new words, etc. Got a question or comment? Reach out to us at contact[at]maayot.com | |||
| 10 Jul 2021 | Advanced | 中国的养老产业 | China's Elderly Services Industry | Mandarin Chinese Story | 00:04:10 | |
As China enters the aging society, the large population base obviously forms a huge market, and without any doubt that this market has great potential for growth. However, for the elderly service industry, there are limited companies able to enter the market. In today’s story, we are going to discuss how is the market segmented and why there are limited players in this specific market. Join other motivated learners on your Chinese learning journey with maayot. Receive a daily chinese reading in Mandarin Chinese in your inbox. Full text in Chinese, daily quiz to test your understanding, one-click dictionary, new words, etc. Got a question or comment? Reach out to us at contact[at]maayot.com | |||
| 15 Jul 2023 | Intermediate | 比亚迪（BYD）和特斯拉（Tesla）都在抢占中国市场 | BYD and Tesla are both seizing the Chinese market | Mandarin Chinese Story | 00:01:13 | |
According to reports, BYD and Tesla both broke historical records in sales in the second quarter of this year. Among them, BYD‘s sales in China have increased by nearly 100%, while Tesla’s sales in China have increased by 70%. Therefore, some people say that Tesla is the world's number one, while BYD is the number one in China. Join other motivated learners on your Chinese learning journey with maayot. Receive a daily Chinese reading in Mandarin Chinese in your inbox. Full text in Chinese, daily quiz to test your understanding, one-click dictionary, new words, etc. Got a question or comment? Reach out to us at contact[at]maayot.com | |||
| 03 Dec 2022 | Beginner | 你这次打算剪什么样的发型？ | What kind of hairstyle are you going to have this time? | Mandarin Chinese Story | 00:01:15 | |
Zhang Li and Gao Yue are going to have their hair cut, but neither of them has decided which hairstyle to cut. Gao Yue plans to search online, but Zhang Li thinks they can... Join other motivated learners on your Chinese learning journey with maayot. Receive a daily Chinese reading in Mandarin Chinese in your inbox. Full text in Chinese, daily quiz to test your understanding, one-click dictionary, new words, etc. Got a question or comment? Reach out to us at contact[at]maayot.com | |||
| 16 Apr 2022 | Beginner | 我的中国朋友请我帮她买打折的东西 | My Chinese friend asks me to buy something on sale for her | Mandarin Chinese Story | 00:01:04 | |
Li Yang's Chinese friend asks him to help her buy things on sale. But Li Yang doesn't know where to buy the cheapest. He is consulting Gao Yue. | |||
| 06 Jan 2024 | Intermediate | 明星总想尝试做生意 | Celebrities always want to try their hand at business | Mandarin Chinese Story | 00:00:35 | |
Although higher-profile celebrities generally earn a decent amount of money, many of them still try their hand at business in order to make more money. But doing business is not as easy as they think. | |||
| 12 Aug 2023 | Advanced | 电价大涨后，新能源汽车的车主表示要充不起电了 | After the sharp rise in electricity prices, owners of new energy vehicles say they will no longer be able to charge | Mandarin Chinese Story | 00:01:48 | |
With strong support from the country, the new energy vehicle industry has developed rapidly in China and can even export cars overseas. But recently, many new energy vehicle owners have expressed that they are unable to charge. Join other motivated learners on your Chinese learning journey with maayot. Receive a daily Chinese reading in Mandarin Chinese in your inbox. Full text in Chinese, daily quiz to test your understanding, one-click dictionary, new words, etc. Got a question or comment? Reach out to us at contact[at]maayot.com | |||
| 06 Jul 2024 | Intermediate | 宠物用品市场依旧繁荣 | The pet supplies market remains prosperous | Mandarin Chinese Story | 00:00:45 | |
Despite a poor economic climate, people continue to spend on pets, prompting many to start businesses in pet supplies. This has increased the number of factories producing pet products. However, pet brands face challenges in survival and are researching unique demands of buyers from different countries to stay competitive. | |||
| 10 Dec 2022 | Beginner | 我跟着网上的视频学习过理发 | I learned to cut hair by following videos on the Internet | Mandarin Chinese Story | 00:01:07 | |
Li Yang lamented that the price of getting a haircut at the barbershop has become more and more expensive. Gao Jin suggested that they try cutting their own hair. Li Yang thought it was a good idea, but he didn't think they had any experience cutting hair. Gao said he followed online videos to learn. Join other motivated learners on your Chinese learning journey with maayot. Receive a daily Chinese reading in Mandarin Chinese in your inbox. Full text in Chinese, daily quiz to test your understanding, one-click dictionary, new words, etc. Got a question or comment? Reach out to us at contact[at]maayot.com | |||
| 14 Sep 2024 | Intermediate | 00后奥运冠军备受关注 | An Post-00 Olympic Champion is in the Spotlight | Mandarin Chinese Story | 00:01:02 | |
Pan Zhanle is the men's 100-meter freestyle champion at this year's Paris Olympics. He is also the world record holder in the 100-meter freestyle. And he outdid himself and broke his own record at the Paris Olympics. | |||
| 18 Nov 2023 | Beginner | 我换公司以前就想买它了 | I wanted to buy it before I changed the company | Mandarin Chinese Story | 00:00:37 | |
Gao Yue bought a new bag. Zhang Li saw the bag and exclaimed that it was really expensive. | |||
| 26 Mar 2022 | Beginner丨电视剧里的校园生活丨Campus life in TV series丨Mandarin Chinese Story | 00:01:01 | |
Li Yang and Gao Yue are watching TV series. What are they talking about? Join other motivated learners on your Chinese learning journey with maayot. Receive a daily Chinese reading in Mandarin Chinese in your inbox. Full text in Chinese, daily quiz to test your understanding, one-click dictionary, new words, etc. | |||
| 11 Dec 2021 | Advanced | 清朝最厉害的皇帝—雍正帝 | The Most Powerful Emperor Of The Qing Dynasty - Yongzheng Emperory | Mandarin Chinese Story | 00:06:22 | |
There are many controversial emperors in Chinese history, and historians hold different opinions about them. But there was one emperor, who despite his dishonorable reputation, but he is regarded by historians as one of the most accomplished emperors of the Qing Dynasty, he is emperor Yongzheng. In today’s story, we are going to discuss what were the major achievement of Yongzheng, and why has he got such bad reputation. Join other motivated learners on your Chinese learning journey with maayot. Receive a daily chinese reading in Mandarin Chinese in your inbox. Full text in Chinese, daily quiz to test your understanding, one-click dictionary, new words, etc. Got a question or comment? Reach out to us at contact[at]maayot.com | |||
| 19 Aug 2023 | Beginner | 我妈说以后再也不让他们来我们家了 | My mom said she won't let them come to our house again in the future | Mandarin Chinese Story | 00:00:53 | |
Gao Jin found that Li Yang was not very happy today. Li Yang told him the reason. Join other motivated learners on your Chinese learning journey with maayot. Receive a daily Chinese reading in Mandarin Chinese in your inbox. Full text in Chinese, daily quiz to test your understanding, one-click dictionary, new words, etc. Got a question or comment? Reach out to us at contact[at]maayot.com | |||
| 15 Oct 2022 | Beginner | 这几天市区有很多警察 | There are a lot of police in the city these days | Mandarin Chinese Story' | 00:00:59 | |
Li Yang and his father were out for a walk last night when they met the police. This took them by surprise. Gao Jin said it was probably because Beijing was about to open the National People's Congress. Every time there is the meeting, the security management of each city will become extremely strict. Join other motivated learners on your Chinese learning journey with maayot. Receive a daily Chinese reading in Mandarin Chinese in your inbox. Full text in Chinese, daily quiz to test your understanding, one-click dictionary, new words, etc. Got a question or comment? Reach out to us at contact[at]maayot.com | |||
| 15 Jul 2023 | Advanced | 中国年轻人学习小语种的需求被注意到了 | The need from young Chinese people to learn small languages has been noted | Mandarin Chinese Story | 00:01:41 | |
In China, more and more young people are learning languages other than English. This is mainly because there are more and more free learning materials available online. At the same time, the internet has also enabled people to understand the benefits of learning small languages. Join other motivated learners on your Chinese learning journey with maayot. Receive a daily Chinese reading in Mandarin Chinese in your inbox. Full text in Chinese, daily quiz to test your understanding, one-click dictionary, new words, etc. Got a question or comment? Reach out to us at contact[at]maayot.com | |||
| 03 Jan 2021 | Advanced | 车厘子自由 | The Freedom Of Eating Cherries | Mandarin Chinese Story | 00:03:15 | |
There has been a popular term called “the freedom of eating cherries” in China in recent years. Many people may wonder why a type of fruit has been related to freedom. In today’s story, we are going to find out the story behind this special term. Join other motivated Chinese learners on your journey with maayot. Receive daily an engaging story in Mandarin Chinese in your inbox. Full text in Chinese, daily quiz to test your understanding, one-click dictionary, new words, etc. Got a question or comment? Reach out to us at contact[at]maayot.com | |||
| 21 May 2022 | Intermediate | 开一家餐馆 | Open a restaurant | Mandarin Chinese Story | 00:01:34 | |
In China, many people will choose to open a restaurant as their business venture. Because eating is the basis of human life, and the threshold to open a restaurant is not high. | |||
| 28 Oct 2023 | Intermediate | 【对话】我妈现在每周都去医院里按摩 | [Conversation] My mom gets weekly massages in the hospital now | Mandarin Chinese Story | 00:00:50 | |
Wang Jun watched the news that more than 300 million people in China have chronic pain problems. He thought it was horrible. Wang Jun and Zhang Jun are discussing this problem. | |||
| 12 Feb 2022 | Intermediate | 老好人 | People Pleaser | Mandarin Chinese Story | 00:03:40 | |
In the traditional Chinese concept, being kind to others is an important principle of doing things. As a result, many people do not want to offend others, but become a “people pleaser”. They always say yes to people and try never to offend anyone. In today’s story, we are going to take a look at a story about a “people pleaser”. The story teaches us a truth, sometimes, being too nice does not get us very far. Join other motivated learners on your Chinese learning journey with maayot. Receive a daily chinese reading in Mandarin Chinese in your inbox. Full text in Chinese, daily quiz to test your understanding, one-click dictionary, new words, etc. Got a question or comment? Reach out to us at contact[at]maayot.com | |||
| 29 Jun 2024 | Advanced | 【对话】好多企业都在为中东业务招人 | [ Conversation ] A lot of companies are hiring for Middle East business | Mandarin Chinese Story | 00:01:42 | |
The conversation discusses the growing popularity of Middle East market for job opportunities. Companies are recruiting with high standards, seeking candidates with international exposure and cultural adaptability. | |||
| 23 Dec 2023 | Intermediate | 拍印度相关的视频让一位在印度留学的中国留学生大火 | Making India-related videos has set a Chinese student studying in India on fire | Mandarin Chinese Story | 00:01:02 | |
An Indian video made by a Chinese student studying in India has become a big hit on video sites. His video has greatly satisfied the curiosity of netizens about India. | |||
| 06 Nov 2021 | Advanced | 皇帝家的”暖气” | ”Heating” In The Emperor's House | Mandarin Chinese Story | 00:04:52 | |
Today is the “Beginning of Winter”—one of the twenty-four solar terms in Chinese lunar calendar. In the north China, majority of the houses have turned on the heating because it is pretty cold already. In today’s story, we are going to walk into the most well-known palace in China—The Forbidden City, and take a look at how the heating system worked in the palace. People who visit the palace always feel quite curious about how did people lived in the palace spend the winter because there is no single chimney can be seen in the palace. Join other motivated learners on your Chinese learning journey with maayot. Receive a daily chinese reading in Mandarin Chinese in your inbox. Full text in Chinese, daily quiz to test your understanding, one-click dictionary, new words, etc. Got a question or comment? Reach out to us at contact[at]maayot.com | |||
| 04 Jun 2022 | Advanced | 支教老师眼中中国山区教育的无奈 | The helplessness of education in China's mountainous regions through the eyes of a supporting teacher | Mandarin Chinese Story | 00:04:07 | |
Two days ago, an interview with an elementary school teacher who has been teaching in the mountains for 11 years made it to the list of popular topics on Baidu in China. He shared with people what impressed him during those 11 years. In his eyes, the children in the mountains are very smart and very flexible in their mountain farming activities. The children's nature is completely unleashed in the mountains, but... | |||
| 14 Aug 2021 | Beginner | 美国的中餐和中国的中餐（一段对话） | Chinese Food In The US And In China (A Conversation) | Mandarin Chinese Story | 00:02:29 | |
Nowadays, there are Chinese restaurants all over the world, and there is a wide variety of them, including Sichuan, Cantonese, Northeastern and Shanghai food etc. Having Chinese food abroad is a quite normal thing to do. In today’s story, we are going to hear a conversation between Ma Li, Xiao Hong and David. They are discussing the meal options, and David also shared his opinion towards the differences between Chinese food in the US and in China. Join other motivated learners on your Chinese learning journey with maayot. Receive a daily chinese reading in Mandarin Chinese in your inbox. Full text in Chinese, daily quiz to test your understanding, one-click dictionary, new words, etc. Got a question or comment? Reach out to us at contact[at]maayot.com | |||
| 09 Oct 2021 | Advanced | 客家土楼 | Earth Towers Of The Hakkas | Mandarin Chinese Story | 00:05:17 | |
In some places of Fujian and Guangdong, there are many residential buildings with unique shapes. From the outside, they look like blockhouses. They are typical and unique residential buildings in China -- Earth Towers of the Hakkas. In today's story, we will discuss the history and architectural characteristics of this type of building. Join other motivated learners on your Chinese learning journey with maayot. Receive a daily chinese reading in Mandarin Chinese in your inbox. Full text in Chinese, daily quiz to test your understanding, one-click dictionary, new words, etc. Got a question or comment? Reach out to us at contact[at]maayot.com | |||
| 19 Jun 2021 | Intermediate | 父亲节 | Father's Day | Mandarin Chinese Story | 00:04:12 | |
Today is Father’s Day, many country celebrate it in the same day. However, there are countries celebrate Father’s Day at different dates. In today’s story, we are going to discuss the origin of Chinese Father’s Day, and also going to look at how Chinese people celebrate the Father’s Day nowadays. Join other motivated learners on your Chinese learning journey with maayot. Receive a daily chinese reading in Mandarin Chinese in your inbox. Full text in Chinese, daily quiz to test your understanding, one-click dictionary, new words, etc. Got a question or comment? Reach out to us at contact[at]maayot.com | |||
| 22 May 2021 | Advanced | 如何让友谊更长久？ | How To Make Friendships Last Longer? | Mandarin Chinese Story | 00:05:11 | |
Speaking of friendship, the perception towards it is varied among people. It is intangible and hard to measure, therefore, people do believe it is important for everyone, but normally we don’t have clear idea to describe it. In today’s story, we are going to discuss the topic of friendship from scientific point of view and take a look how to make our friendship sustainable. Join other motivated learners on your Chinese learning journey with maayot. Receive a daily chinese reading in Mandarin Chinese in your inbox. Full text in Chinese, daily quiz to test your understanding, one-click dictionary, new words, etc. Got a question or comment? Reach out to us at contact[at]maayot.com | |||
| 17 Jun 2023 | Beginner | 我在工作中是不用戴眼镜的 | I don't have to wear glasses at work | Mandarin Chinese Story | 00:00:45 | |
Gao Jin found himself unable to see the words in the distance. He was wondering whether to get a pair of glasses. Join other motivated learners on your Chinese learning journey with maayot. Receive a daily Chinese reading in Mandarin Chinese in your inbox. Full text in Chinese, daily quiz to test your understanding, one-click dictionary, new words, etc. Got a question or comment? Reach out to us at contact[at]maayot.com | |||
| 21 Oct 2023 | Beginner | 我在蓝月湾碰到过很多韩国游客 | I've met a lot of Korean tourists at Blue Moon Bay | Mandarin Chinese Story | 00:00:52 | |
Gao Yue lamented that she was too tired to work this month. She plans to go somewhere less crowded to rest for a few days. | |||
| 28 May 2022 | Advanced | 爱彼迎将关闭中国大陆业务 | Airbnb is closing its mainland China business | Mandarin Chinese Story | 00:03:55 | |
On May 24, Airbnb "topped" a letter to Chinese users on its official website in China. The letter says that Airbnb will take down 150,000 listings in mainland China by July 30 this year. This means that Airbnb will shut down its business in mainland China. The reasons for Airbnb's lack of success in China are many, and not just because of the epidemic. | |||
| 02 Jul 2022 | Advanced | 香港回归中国25周年了 | It's the 25th anniversary of Hong Kong's return to China | Mandarin Chinese Story | 00:02:16 | |
Because of the 25th anniversary series of events, Hong Kong became lively again. Although it has recently reached a hot summer day, many people living in different areas of Hong Kong participated in various activities. It seems that the previous violence in Hong Kong is completely behind us. The years following the violence have seen tremendous changes in Hong Kong, China and the world, including the lasting effects of the new crown epidemic. | |||
| 24 Aug 2024 | Intermediate | 【对话】创立了无性别服装品牌的清华男和他老婆离婚了 | [Conversation] The Tsinghua man who founded a genderless clothing brand divorced his wife | Mandarin Chinese Story | 00:01:49 | |
This conversation discusses the divorce of a Tsinghua graduate who founded a genderless clothing brand from his wife, the CEO of a successful healthcare company. His wife's family had invested heavily in his troubled business, but he was criticized for his lack of responsibility. | |||
| 06 May 2023 | Advanced | 中国女演员汤唯再次在韩国赢得了最佳电影女主角的奖项 | Chinese actress Tang Wei once again won the Best Actress award in South Korea | Mandarin Chinese Story | 00:01:51 | |
Chinese actress Tang Wei won the Best Actress Award in South Korea for her role in the movie 'The Decision to Break Up'. This is her second time receiving this honor. In 2011, Tang Wei won the Best Actress award for her film "Late Autumn". Join other motivated learners on your Chinese learning journey with maayot. Receive a daily Chinese reading in Mandarin Chinese in your inbox. Full text in Chinese, daily quiz to test your understanding, one-click dictionary, new words, etc. Got a question or comment? Reach out to us at contact[at]maayot.com
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| 27 Apr 2024 | Intermediate | 新疆日均快递多了近百万件 | The daily number of express deliveries in Xinjiang has increased by nearly one million | Mandarin Chinese Story | 00:00:45 | |
In Xinjiang, a "free shipping" program is entering tens of thousands of households. It not only greatly improves the delivery efficiency of express delivery companies, but also reduces people's mailing costs. | |||
| 04 Nov 2023 | Advanced | AI助力佛学实现电子化 | AI helps Buddhism go electronic | Mandarin Chinese Story | 00:01:51 | |
After ChatGPT exploded in popularity, Sun Fang, the founder of the mind mapping software Xmind, developed a website that helps ordinary people read Buddhist scriptures against the original literary texts and allows them to ask questions to a scripture bot in real time. | |||
| 20 Nov 2021 | Advanced | 中国的名山 | Famous Mountains In China | Mandarin Chinese Story | 00:05:41 | |
There are many famous mountains in China, such as the Five Sacred Mountains and the four Famous Buddhist mountains. They all have their unique landscape and historical stories. In today’s story, we are going to look at two of the most famous mountains in China--Mount Tai and Mount Huangshan. They all have been listed as World Cultural and Natural Heritage sites. Join other motivated learners on your Chinese learning journey with maayot. Receive a daily chinese reading in Mandarin Chinese in your inbox. Full text in Chinese, daily quiz to test your understanding, one-click dictionary, new words, etc. Got a question or comment? Reach out to us at contact[at]maayot.com | |||
| 31 Aug 2024 | Beginner | 性格测试说我适合做律师 | Personality test says I'm cut out to be a lawyer | Mandarin Chinese Story | 00:00:39 | |
Gao Jin did not expect Zhang Li to become a lawyer. Zhang Li explains that she became a lawyer because the personality test she took before she went to college said she was suitable to be a lawyer. | |||
| 12 Aug 2023 | Intermediate | 比亚迪不得不暂停在印度建厂的计划 | BYD has to suspend its plan to build a factory in India | Mandarin Chinese Story | 00:01:23 | |
BYD originally planned to invest $1 billion in partnering with an Indian company to build a factory in India. However, due to attitude issues from Indian government departments, BYD has had to suspend this plan. Join other motivated learners on your Chinese learning journey with maayot. Receive a daily Chinese reading in Mandarin Chinese in your inbox. Full text in Chinese, daily quiz to test your understanding, one-click dictionary, new words, etc. Got a question or comment? Reach out to us at contact[at]maayot.com | |||
| 16 Oct 2021 | Beginner | 我来买单 | Let Me Take Care Of The Bill | Mandarin Chinese Story | 00:01:53 | |
Chinese people are very hospitable, and like to invite friends for dinner. Nowadays, Chinese people have gradually accepted the idea of sharing the bill with others, but in many cases, we find that people are still willing to pay for the dinner for everyone. In today’s story, our protagonist thought that they have agreed to let him pay for the bill, but someone else was faster than him. Join other motivated learners on your Chinese learning journey with maayot. Receive a daily chinese reading in Mandarin Chinese in your inbox. Full text in Chinese, daily quiz to test your understanding, one-click dictionary, new words, etc. Got a question or comment? Reach out to us at contact[at]maayot.com | |||
| 18 Mar 2023 | Intermediate | ChatGPT不仅依旧被媒体们关注，而且已经被用在了商业活动中 | ChatGPT is not only still concerned by the media, but also has been used in commercial activities | Mandarin Chinese Story | 00:01:14 | |
Although it has been several months since the launch of ChatGPT, it still frequently appears in media articles and videos of countries around the world. The ability of ChatGPT to quickly generate different styles of copywriting surprised many people. Join other motivated learners on your Chinese learning journey with maayot. Receive a daily Chinese reading in Mandarin Chinese in your inbox. Full text in Chinese, daily quiz to test your understanding, one-click dictionary, new words, etc. Got a question or comment? Reach out to us at contact[at]maayot.com | |||
| 09 Sep 2023 | Intermediate | TIk Tok为中国商家以及找工作的年轻人提供了新的机会 | TIk Tok offers new opportunities for Chinese businessmen and young people who are looking for work | Mandarin Chinese Story | 00:01:04 | |
Although people don't know whether they can make money selling goods on TIk Tok, merchants have already regarded TIk Tok as an important channel to develop overseas markets and spent a lot of money on it.In addition, TIk Tok is considered a shortcut to make quick money for young people who are looking for work. | |||
| 06 Jul 2024 | Beginner | 我妈觉得年龄大了后减肥变难了 | My mum thinks it's harder to lose weight when you're older | Mandarin Chinese Story | 00:00:53 | |
Gao Yue's mother has been struggling with weight loss, while Zhang Li's mother has had success. Gao Yue asks if Zhang Li's mother could share her experience, and Zhang Li agrees to arrange a call. | |||
| 31 Dec 2022 | Intermediate | 中国2023年房地产行业的走势充满悬念| The trend of China's real estate industry in 2023 is full of suspens | Mandarin Chinese Story | 00:01:11 | |
On December 15, Chinese officials suddenly said that real estate was the pillar industry of the national economy. This means that the real estate industry will usher in a turnaround. This makes the development of real estate in 2023 full of suspense. Join other motivated learners on your Chinese learning journey with maayot. Receive a daily Chinese reading in Mandarin Chinese in your inbox. Full text in Chinese, daily quiz to test your understanding, one-click dictionary, new words, etc. Got a question or comment? Reach out to us at contact[at]maayot.com | |||
| 29 May 2021 | Beginner | 别和自己过不去（一段对话） | Don't Be Too Hard On Yourself (A Conversation) | Mandarin Chinese Story | 00:02:10 | |
When we learn a language, we always try to pronounce the words as accurate as possible. However, it is not easy at all, even native speakers could find some difficulties to pronounce the words in a 100% accurate way. In today’s story, we are going to hear a conversation between David and Xiaohong about speaking Putonghua with accurate pronunciation. Xiaohong is a native Chinese speaker. Let’s see why Xiaohong advised David not to be too strict with him on the pronunciation. Join other motivated learners on your Chinese learning journey with maayot. Receive a daily chinese reading in Mandarin Chinese in your inbox. Full text in Chinese, daily quiz to test your understanding, one-click dictionary, new words, etc. Got a question or comment? Reach out to us at contact[at]maayot.com | |||
| 25 Sep 2021 | Beginner | 上海好丈夫 | Good Husband In Shanghai | Mandarin Chinese Story | 00:01:25 | |
In traditional Chinese values, it is the family concept that the man goes out to work while the woman looks after the house. But for Shanghai local people , it may be an exception. In today’s story, our protagonist shared her view of why she thinks that shanghai local men are good husband. Join other motivated learners on your Chinese learning journey with maayot. Receive a daily chinese reading in Mandarin Chinese in your inbox. Full text in Chinese, daily quiz to test your understanding, one-click dictionary, new words, etc. Got a question or comment? Reach out to us at contact[at]maayot.com | |||
| 02 Sep 2023 | Beginner | 住学校附近的话，你上班就方便多了 | It's easier for you to get to work if you live near the school. | Mandarin Chinese Story | 00:00:55 | |
Zhang Li wants to buy a house. Gao Yue asked Zhang Li if she had chosen a house. Zhang Li said she had chosen one, but... | |||
| 24 Sep 2022 | Intermediate | 我在小红书上关注了很多海外博主 | I follow a lot of overseas influencers on Little Red Book | Mandarin Chinese Story | 00:01:22 | |
Zhang Li has seen an increasing number of foreign influencers on the Chinese social media app Little Red Book. Gao Yue has also noticed this phenomenon. Gao Yue follows many overseas bloggers because she likes to see life in different cultures. | |||
| 26 Jun 2021 | Beginner | 我没有放弃 | I Am Not Giving Up | Mandarin Chinese Story | 00:01:23 | |
During an exam, we always try to write as much as we can on the exam paper in order to achieve high scores. Therefore, the exam timing could be very tight. In today’s story, our protagonist Xiao Wen had an exam at school. He was also trying to figure out what he should write on the paper when there were only few minutes left before the exam is over. Join other motivated learners on your Chinese learning journey with maayot. Receive a daily chinese reading in Mandarin Chinese in your inbox. Full text in Chinese, daily quiz to test your understanding, one-click dictionary, new words, etc. Got a question or comment? Reach out to us at contact[at]maayot.com | |||
| 09 Jul 2022 | Intermediate | 美国通货膨胀率创新高 | U.S. Inflation Hits Record High | Mandarin Chinese Story | 00:01:41 | |
The U.S. Department of Labor said on June 10 that the consumer price index rose 8.6 percent last month from a year ago or an inflation rate of 8.6 percent. Many people predicted the high inflation as rents and many household items have continued to rise in price in recent months. | |||
| 27 May 2023 | Advanced | 大家学习中文的目的是不同的 | The purposes of learning Chinese are different | Mandarin Chinese Story | 00:02:11 | |
After the pandemic in 2020, more people learned Chinese online. At the time, many people thought it was just a special phenomenon during the pandemic, but what we didn't expect is that more people are now learning Chinese online. Join other motivated learners on your Chinese learning journey with maayot. Receive a daily Chinese reading in Mandarin Chinese in your inbox. Full text in Chinese, daily quiz to test your understanding, one-click dictionary, new words, etc. Got a question or comment? Reach out to us at contact[at]maayot.com | |||
| 16 Jan 2021 | Beginner | 孟母三迁的故事 | The Story of "Mencius’ Mother Moved Three times" | Mandarin Chinese Story | 00:01:47 | |
There is an old story in China called Mencius’ mother moved three times. Mencius was a famous ideologist and educator in ancient China, almost as famous as Confucius. People say that his great achievements were attributed to his mother's early education and influences. In today’s story, we are going to find out how his mother influenced him when he was a child. Join other motivated learners on your Chinese learning journey with maayot. Receive a daily chinese reading in Mandarin Chinese in your inbox. Full text in Chinese, daily quiz to test your understanding, one-click dictionary, new words, etc. Got a question or comment? Reach out to us at contact[at]maayot.com | |||
| 21 Aug 2021 | Advanced | 中元节与钟馗 | Ghost Festival and Zhong Kui | Mandarin Chinese Story | 00:04:46 | |
Today is the Ghost Festival in China, it is also known as Zhong Yuan Festival. The festival is used to memorize ancestors and family members who have passed away. Also people believe that after the mid-night, ghosts will come out from the underworld and cause trouble. In today’s story, we are going to talk about the meaning of Ghost Festival to Chinese people, and a quite well-known figure in Chinese myth, his name is Zhong Kui, and Chinese people believe that he is the god to hunt ghosts. Join other motivated learners on your Chinese learning journey with maayot. Receive a daily chinese reading in Mandarin Chinese in your inbox. Full text in Chinese, daily quiz to test your understanding, one-click dictionary, new words, etc. Got a question or comment? Reach out to us at contact[at]maayot.com | |||
| 13 Nov 2021 | Advanced | 中国的风神 | The Chinese God Of Wind | Mandarin Chinese Story | 00:05:08 | |
It's winter time, and it's relatively warm when there's no wind. The temperature drops a lot when the wind blows. The power of wind can benefit many things, but it can also damage buildings and crops etc. Since ancient times, people's feelings towards wind could be very contradictory, it is a mixture of respect and fears. So people deified the wind, and developed the image of “God of Wind” during the Warring States Period. In today’s story, we are going to look at the history of “God of Wind”. We will see that in different regions, his looks are also differed. Join other motivated learners on your Chinese learning journey with maayot. Receive a daily chinese reading in Mandarin Chinese in your inbox. Full text in Chinese, daily quiz to test your understanding, one-click dictionary, new words, etc. Got a question or comment? Reach out to us at contact[at]maayot.com | |||
| 23 Dec 2023 | Advanced | 高校不给学生安排宿舍将成为大趋势 | Colleges not arranging dormitories for students will become a major trend | Mandarin Chinese Story | 00:01:24 | |
Several universities have announced that they will no longer provide dormitories for all graduate students. And a large number of media outlets believe that it will become a major trend for universities not to arrange dormitories for their students. | |||