Delve into Pinyin's core principles, perfect pronunciation, and elevate your Mandarin proficiency with ease.
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Duration
1 hr 12 mins 53 sec
Number of Units
7 Units 4 Quiz
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No Limit
Language
English
About the course
Journey through Learning Chinese in Pinyin!
Pinyin is widely used by foreigners learning Chinese as an auxiliary learning tool, playing a crucial role in their learning process. Chinese characters form a complex writing system, whereas Pinyin, based on the Latin alphabet, is comparatively easier for foreigners to grasp and comprehend, facilitating a quicker start for them. Pinyin consists of 23 initials and 24 finals. In our online course, you will learn how to combine Pinyin pronunciation with Chinese tones, we will also include commonly used vocabulary in daily life, and finally, you will learn how to simply express foods and drinks you like. Join us on this journey to learning Chinese in Pinyin!
Completing this course will help you:
- Understand the pronunciation of Pinyin and Chinese tones.
- Build confidence in Chinese pronunciation.
- Learn basic self-introductions and express preferences in food and drinks
Who is the course for?
Suitable for learners with zero basic knowledge of Chinese who wish to learn Mandarin through Pinyin, and to master its usage along with tones.
Syllabus
- Learning simple Chinese self-introductions.
- The spelling and tones of Pinyin.
- Getting learners familiar with Pinyin & tones through practice.
Video 9 Min 53 Sec
- Learning Pinyin initials from “b” to “l”
- Learning Pinyin with commonly used vocabulary in daily life.
- Getting learners familiar with Pinyin through practice.
Video 11 Min 1 Sec + Quiz
- Learning Pinyin initials from “g” to “x”
- Learning Pinyin with commonly used vocabulary in daily life.
- Getting learners familiar with Pinyin through practice.
Video 11 Min 20 Sec
- Learning Pinyin initials from “zh” to “w”
- Learning Pinyin with commonly used vocabulary in daily life.
- Getting learners familiar with Pinyin through practice.
Video 12 Min 42 Sec + Quiz
- Learning Pinyin finals from “a” to “er”
- Learning Pinyin with commonly used vocabulary in daily life.
- Getting learners familiar with Pinyin through practice.
Video 10 Min 57 Sec
- Learning Pinyin finals from “an” to “ong”
- Learning Pinyin rules.
- Learning Pinyin Third Tone Change.
- Learning Zhuyin with commonly used vocabulary in daily life.
Video 8 Min 30 Sec + Quiz
- Learning pinyin rules
Video 13 Min 06 Sec
- Learning foods and drinks with Pinyin.
- Learn how to ask question with “and you” in Chinese.
- Getting learners familiar with Pinyin through practice.
Video 8 Min 30 Sec + Quiz
FAQ
There is no time limit or restriction on how many times you may access the course content. You have complete control over your learning progress based on your specific circumstances.
Please confirm that you are enrolling in this course and have permission to take the course.
Don’t be concerned that the course will be too challenging for you. If you are unable to interact in Mandarin, this course is ideal for you.
Certainly! If you have any concerns or questions, please send an email to ica_activity@cycu.org.tw.
We will respond promptly to assist you.