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Small Talk in Chinese: 5 Topics to Get You Started

· Mandarin Learning,Chinese lesson,Learning Chinese,Talk,Mandarin Lesson

Introduction

When learning a new language, being able to produce sentences is often the best way to go about practicing. Small talk is the best way for beginners to start using the language and tolearn about the cultural norms of the language they are learning, including in Chinese.
 

1. Self-Introductions

Introducing yourself is the best way to start a conversation in any language. It is no wonder why self-introductions are one of the first things we do when we learn Chinese.

Here are a few phrases to get you started:

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2. Complements

Complements transcend any language barrier. Everyone likes complements! Chinese people are no different. Complements are the best way to meet new people who speak a different language than you.

Here are a few phrases to get you started:

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3. Hobbies

Everyone has hobbies. It’s one of the best ways to get a conversation ball rolling. Maybe you can also meet a new language buddy by sharing your hobbies together!

Here are a few phrases to get you started:

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4. Weather

Probably one of the more cliché small talk topics but the weather is always a safe bet. After all, there’s nothing more relatable than sharing your love for the sun or complaining about the rain again.

Here are a few phrases to get you started:

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5. Food

A way to a person’s heart is through food. This is a universal truth everywhere. Practice your Chinese by sharing your favourite cuisine with your language partner!

Here are a few phrases to get you started:

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Looking to level up your Chinese like a native speaker with small talk? Mandarin Inn organized many offline groups for all levels, the schedule almost covers all the time, there's always one for you. Scan the QR CODE on the poster to get more details!

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