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Best Taiwanese TV Shows to Watch and Learn Chinese

If you’re in the mood for some good Taiwanese TV shows to watch and/or learn Chinese, then you’re in luck! Taiwan has produced several quality shows over the years, and it’s important to highlight some of the best ones out there. I’ve selected 7 must-watch (and often underrated) Taiwanese shows for you. 我精選了七部好看的台劇,分享給學中文的朋友們吧!

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How I Went from Good to Great: Chinese Reading Resources for Intermediate Learners

I’ve been learning Chinese for almost four years now, and nothing has improved my Chinese more than reading. Yes, written and spoken Chinese can be very different, but I’ve also found lots of overlap. I’ve also noticed that the better my reading gets, the more natural I feel when speaking. Additionally, I’m able to express myself in a wide variety of fields and practices. I’ve learned so much passively through reading.

However, getting into Chinese books can be a frustrating process. There are very few decent resources for adult learners of Chinese, especially for intermediate learners, let alone ones that use traditional characters.

Fear not. Here’s what I used, and why it works.

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How to Sound More Taiwanese: Taiwanese Mandarin vs China Mandarin Vocabulary Differences

Taiwanese Mandarin vs China Mandarin Vocabulary Differences – While many Taiwanese understand either way, saying these words when talking to Taiwanese people will make us like you a lot more! (As they sound more familiar to us)

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