The Complete Guide to Learning Mandarin Chinese

Mandarin Chinese is the most spoken language on Earth — over 1.1 billion people call it their first language. It powers the world's second-largest economy, opens doors to universities across Asia, and connects you to a culture spanning thousands of years. Whether you're planning to study abroad in Taiwan, pursuing a career in international business, or simply fascinated by the language, this guide gives you the complete roadmap from zero to conversational fluency.

We'll walk through every step — from mastering Pinyin and tones to reading your first Chinese characters and preparing for the HSK exam. No vague advice like "just immerse yourself and it'll come." You'll get specific resources, realistic timelines, and strategies that work for English-speaking learners. Let's begin.

Why Learn Mandarin Chinese?

Mandarin isn't just another language to add to your resume — it's a strategic skill that sets you apart in almost any field.

Career opportunities. China is the world's manufacturing hub, a technology powerhouse, and a major trading partner for countries across the Americas. Companies in finance, tech, logistics, and government actively seek employees who speak Mandarin. Knowing Chinese gives you a competitive edge whether you're pursuing international business, diplomacy, journalism, or engineering.

Academic advantages. Taiwan, China, and Singapore all offer world-class Mandarin immersion programs for international students. Taiwan, in particular, has become a top destination for Mandarin learners — the people speak clear, standard Mandarin, the cost of living is affordable, and the culture is welcoming to foreigners. Many programs accept complete beginners and run year-round. Explore Mandarin programs in Taiwan to see what's available.

Cultural depth. Mandarin gives you direct access to one of humanity's richest civilizations. Read classical poetry in the original. Watch Chinese films without subtitles. Understand the philosophy of Confucius and Laozi without a translator. Speak with over a billion people in their mother tongue. That's an experience no translation app can replicate.

Cognitive benefits. Learning Mandarin challenges your brain in unique ways. The tonal system trains your auditory processing. The character-based writing system develops visual-spatial memory. Research shows that Mandarin speakers use both brain hemispheres when processing language — a workout that makes learning Korean or Japanese easier later on.

Understanding Mandarin Chinese

Before you start studying, it helps to know what makes Mandarin unique — and what makes it more approachable than you might expect.

Language family. Mandarin belongs to the Sino-Tibetan language family. It's not related to English, Spanish, or any European language — which means you can't rely on cognates. But it also means you're building something entirely new, not just translating from your mother tongue.

Tonal language. Mandarin has four main tones plus a neutral tone. The syllable "ma" can mean "mother" (mā), "hemp" (má), "horse" (mǎ), or "scold" (mà) depending on which tone you use. This sounds intimidating at first, but your ear adapts faster than you'd think — especially with consistent practice.

Writing system. Chinese uses characters (汉字, Hànzì) instead of an alphabet. Each character represents a syllable and a meaning. It's a logographic system — not phonetic like English or Korean. You can't look at a character and automatically know how to pronounce it, but you can learn to recognize patterns (radicals and components) that give you clues about both meaning and sound.

Pinyin — the bridge. Pinyin is the official romanization system for Mandarin. It uses the Latin alphabet to represent Chinese sounds and tones. When you see "nǐ hǎo" (你好), that's Pinyin. You'll use Pinyin from day one to learn pronunciation, and it becomes your gateway to typing Chinese on any device.

Mandarin vs. Cantonese. Many people confuse Mandarin and Cantonese. They're completely different spoken languages — mutually unintelligible — though they share the same writing system. Mandarin is the official language of China, Taiwan, and Singapore. Cantonese is spoken primarily in Hong Kong, Macau, and parts of southern China. For study abroad and business purposes, Mandarin is the standard choice.

The good news about grammar. Here's where Mandarin surprises learners: the grammar is remarkably simple. No verb conjugations. No grammatical gender. No plural forms for most nouns. No articles (a, an, the). "I eat yesterday" and "I eat tomorrow" — the verb 吃 (chī, "to eat") never changes. You just add time words. Compared to Korean or Japanese grammar, Mandarin is refreshingly straightforward.

Step 1: Master Pinyin & Tones First

If you skip Pinyin and tones, everything else falls apart. These are the foundation of spoken Mandarin — invest time here before moving to vocabulary or characters.

How Pinyin works. Pinyin maps Chinese sounds to the Latin alphabet, but some letters don't sound the way you'd expect. For example:

• q sounds like "ch" in "cheese" (not like English "q")
• x sounds like "sh" in "she" (but softer, with the tongue forward)
• zh sounds like "j" in "jar" (a retroflex sound)
• c sounds like "ts" in "cats"
• r sounds like a mix between "r" and "zh" (unique to Chinese)

The initials (consonants) and finals (vowels and vowel combinations) combine systematically. Spend your first week learning the full Pinyin chart — every initial paired with every possible final. This one investment saves you months of pronunciation problems later.

The four tones explained.

• First tone (mā): High and flat — like singing a sustained note. "Mother" (妈).
• Second tone (má): Rising — like asking "what?" in English. "Hemp" (麻).
• Third tone (mǎ): Dipping — falls then rises. Think of saying "well…" when you're unsure. "Horse" (马).
• Fourth tone (mà): Falling — sharp and downward, like saying "no!" angrily. "Scold" (骂).
• Neutral tone (ma): Light and short, with no defined pitch. Used for question particles and some suffixes.

Why tones matter. Get the tone wrong, and you change the word entirely. Say "mā" (mother) when you mean "mǎ" (horse), and your sentence makes no sense. In the early stages, native speakers will often ask you to repeat yourself — not because your vocabulary is wrong, but because your tones are off. This is normal and fixable with practice.

Tone pairs. In real speech, tones don't exist in isolation. Two-syllable words combine tones in specific patterns. The word for "hello" — nǐ hǎo — combines two third tones, but in practice the first one shifts to a second tone (ní hǎo). These tone sandhi rules are systematic. Learn them early, and your spoken Mandarin will sound natural much faster.

Practice techniques. Use tone minimal pairs — words that differ only in tone — to train your ear. Apps like Pleco include tone drills. Record yourself speaking and compare to native audio. Visualize tones as hand gestures (first tone: hand flat and high; fourth tone: hand chopping downward). Physical association helps lock tones into memory.

Grace Mandarin Chinese's tone training video walks you through each tone with clear examples and practice exercises. Pair it with our detailed guide to Mandarin tones for additional drills and common mistakes to avoid.

Step 2: Build Core Vocabulary

You don't need 10,000 words to communicate. The first 300 words in Mandarin cover roughly 50% of everyday conversation. Focus on high-frequency vocabulary and you'll be functional fast.

HSK 1 vocabulary as your starting point. The HSK (Hànyǔ Shuǐpíng Kǎoshì) is China's official Chinese proficiency test. HSK Level 1 requires 150 words — a manageable first milestone. These include greetings, numbers, dates, basic verbs, and common nouns. Master these, and you can introduce yourself, order food, ask directions, and handle basic transactions.

Measure words — a new concept. English says "a book" or "one book." Mandarin says 一本书 (yī běn shū) — literally "one [measure word] book." Every noun requires a measure word (also called a classifier) when you count it. The most common one is 个 (gè), which works for many nouns. But different nouns have specific measure words: 一本书 (one book), 一个人 (one person), 一杯水 (one cup of water). Don't try to memorize them all at once — learn them alongside new vocabulary.

High-frequency characters. The top 100 Chinese characters make up about 40% of written text. The top 500 push that to 75%. Prioritize characters that appear most often — you'll encounter them everywhere and reinforce them naturally.

Spaced repetition. Your brain forgets on a predictable curve. Spaced repetition systems (SRS) fight that curve by reviewing words right before you'd forget them. Anki is the gold standard — download a shared HSK deck or build your own. Pleco combines a dictionary with built-in flashcards. Spend 15–20 minutes daily on vocabulary review. Consistency beats marathon sessions.

This comprehensive HSK 1 course covers all 150 words with example sentences and dialogues. Work through it alongside our HSK 1-3 prep guide for a structured study plan.

Step 3: Mandarin Grammar — Simpler Than You Think

Here's the part where Mandarin rewards you. After the challenge of tones and characters, the grammar feels like a gift. No conjugations. No gender. No case system. No subjunctive mood. Let's cover the essentials.

Basic sentence structure: SVO. Unlike Korean or Japanese (which put the verb at the end), Mandarin follows the same Subject-Verb-Object order as English. "I eat rice" is 我吃饭 (wǒ chī fàn) — same structure. This makes Mandarin grammar much more intuitive for English speakers than other Asian languages.

No verb conjugation. The verb 吃 (chī, "to eat") stays the same regardless of who's eating or when. Past, present, and future are indicated by time words and aspect particles, not verb changes:

• 我吃 (wǒ chī) — "I eat" (present/general)
• 我昨天吃了 (wǒ zuótiān chī le) — "I ate yesterday" (了 le indicates completion)
• 我明天要吃 (wǒ míngtiān yào chī) — "I will eat tomorrow" (要 yào indicates intention)

Question formation. Turn any statement into a yes/no question by adding 吗 (ma) at the end. 你是学生 (nǐ shì xuéshēng, "you are a student") becomes 你是学生吗? (nǐ shì xuéshēng ma, "are you a student?"). For open-ended questions, use question words like 什么 (shénme, "what"), 哪里 (nǎlǐ, "where"), or 为什么 (wèishénme, "why") — and unlike English, you don't need to rearrange the sentence.

Aspect markers. Mandarin uses particles to indicate how an action relates to time:

• 了 (le) — completed action. 我吃了饭 (wǒ chī le fàn) — "I ate / have eaten."
• 着 (zhe) — ongoing state. 门开着 (mén kāi zhe) — "The door is open."
• 过 (guo) — past experience. 我去过中国 (wǒ qù guo Zhōngguó) — "I've been to China."

The 把 (bǎ) construction. This is one of Mandarin's unique structures. It rearranges a sentence to emphasize what happens to the object: 把门关上 (bǎ mén guān shàng) — "take the door and close it" or more naturally "close the door." It takes practice, but once it clicks, you'll use it constantly.

For a comprehensive grammar walkthrough, this 80-minute video covers all the fundamentals. Supplement it with our Mandarin grammar guide for quick reference on the most important sentence patterns.

Step 4: Reading & Writing Chinese Characters

Chinese characters look like random strokes to beginners — but they're not. Each character has internal logic. Once you learn to see the patterns, memorization becomes dramatically easier.

Radicals and components. Characters are built from smaller pieces called radicals and components. The radical 氵(water) appears in characters related to water: 河 (hé, "river"), 湖 (hú, "lake"), 洗 (xǐ, "to wash"). The radical 口 (kǒu, "mouth") appears in 吃 (chī, "to eat"), 喝 (hē, "to drink"), 叫 (jiào, "to call"). Learning the most common 50 radicals gives you a decoding system for thousands of characters.

Traditional vs. Simplified characters. In the 1950s, mainland China simplified many characters to improve literacy. Taiwan and Hong Kong continued using traditional forms. The difference is like handwriting vs. print — same language, different visual forms. For example:

• Simplified 学 vs. Traditional 學 (xué, "to study")
• Simplified 电 vs. Traditional 電 (diàn, "electricity")
• Simplified 国 vs. Traditional 國 (guó, "country")

Which should you learn? If you're studying in Taiwan, learn Traditional characters. If you're heading to mainland China or Singapore, learn Simplified. The good news: once you know one set, switching to the other takes only a few weeks. Many learners start with Simplified (more resources available) and pick up Traditional through exposure in Taiwan.

Character memorization methods. Several proven approaches exist:

• Heisig method — creates vivid stories for each character using its components. Great for rapid recognition.
• Skritter — an app that teaches stroke order through writing practice on screen. Builds muscle memory.
• Outlier Linguistics — explains the actual etymology and phonetic hints in characters. More rigorous but deeply informative.

Realistic timeline. With daily practice, you can recognize 500 characters in 3–4 months — enough for basic literacy (signs, menus, simple texts). Reaching 2,000 characters (enough to read a newspaper) typically takes 12–18 months. Don't rush — character recognition is a marathon, not a sprint.

For a deeper dive into character learning strategies, read our guide to remembering Chinese characters — it covers mnemonics, spaced repetition for characters, and the best apps for each learning style.

Step 5: Listening & Speaking Practice

You can know every grammar rule and 500 characters — and still freeze when a native speaker talks at normal speed. Listening and speaking are separate skills that need dedicated practice.

Pronunciation challenges for English speakers. Mandarin has sounds that don't exist in English. The biggest hurdles:

• j, q, x — these require the tongue flat against the hard palate (palatal sounds). English has nothing equivalent.
• zh, ch, sh, r — retroflex sounds with the tongue curled back. The "r" sound in 人 (rén, "person") is particularly tricky.
• Tones in context — tones shift slightly in connected speech. The third tone especially changes when followed by another third tone.

The shadowing technique. Listen to native Mandarin audio and repeat it aloud simultaneously — mimicking the speaker's tones, rhythm, and pacing. This builds muscle memory for tones and trains your ear to distinguish subtle differences. Start with slow, clear audio (beginner podcasts or textbook dialogues) and gradually increase speed. Ten minutes of daily shadowing produces noticeable improvement within a month.

Language exchange apps. Once you have basic sentences, start talking to real people. HelloTalk and Tandem connect you with Mandarin speakers who want to practice English. italki offers paid tutoring sessions with professional teachers and community tutors — excellent for structured speaking practice. Set up at least one 30-minute conversation per week.

Podcasts for learners:

• Beginner: ChinesePod (structured lessons with dialogue breakdowns), HelloChinese (app-based with audio)
• Intermediate: Chillchat (natural conversations with explanations), Maayot (short stories with audio)
• Advanced: Story.fm (narrative journalism), 随机波动 (Suíjī Bōdòng — a popular Chinese podcast)

Step 6: Immersion & Real-World Practice

Immersion doesn't require a plane ticket — you can build a Mandarin immersion environment from home. But if you can travel to a Mandarin-speaking country, progress accelerates dramatically.

Chinese dramas. C-dramas have exploded in popularity, and they're one of the best tools for intermediate learners. The visual context helps comprehension, and you hear natural, conversational Mandarin. Recommended by level:

• Beginner: 去有风的地方 (Meet Yourself) — slow-paced, clear pronunciation, everyday vocabulary
• Intermediate: 琅琊榜 (Nirvana in Fire) — historical drama with rich vocabulary
• Advanced: 隐秘的角落 (The Bad Kids) — modern suspense with natural dialogue

WeChat. If you're serious about Mandarin, download WeChat (微信, Wēixìn). It's the app everyone in China and Taiwan uses for messaging, social media, payments, and more. Connecting with Mandarin speakers on WeChat gives you access to real-world written Chinese — including voice messages, which are great for listening practice.

Chinese social media. Platforms like 小红书 (Xiǎohóngshū, "Little Red Book") and 微博 (Wēibó, Chinese Twitter) expose you to authentic, everyday Mandarin — slang, memes, trending topics. Even reading comments on posts builds reading speed and cultural awareness.

For a structured approach to learning from dramas, check out our guide to learning Mandarin through Chinese dramas — including a step-by-step study method and scene-by-scene templates.

HSK Exam: Your Certification Goal

The HSK (Hànyǔ Shuǐpíng Kǎoshì, 汉语水平考试) is the internationally recognized Chinese proficiency exam. If you want a concrete milestone for your Mandarin journey, HSK is it.

Six levels:

• HSK 1: 150 words. Basic greetings, numbers, simple sentences. (~1 month of study)
• HSK 2: 300 words. Simple daily conversations. (~3 months)
• HSK 3: 600 words. Communicate on everyday topics. (~6 months)
• HSK 4: 1,200 words. Discuss a wide range of topics fluently. (~12 months)
• HSK 5: 2,500 words. Read Chinese newspapers, give speeches. (~18–24 months)
• HSK 6: 5,000+ words. Near-native comprehension. (~2–3+ years)

Exam structure. HSK 1–2 test listening and reading only. HSK 3–6 add a writing section. Each level has specific time limits and question formats. The exam is administered multiple times per year at testing centers worldwide — and increasingly available as an at-home online test.

Why HSK matters. Chinese and Taiwanese universities require HSK scores for admission to degree programs taught in Chinese. Most undergraduate programs require HSK 4–5. Employers in China, Taiwan, and Singapore recognize HSK as a standard measure of Chinese ability. Even if you don't need it for admission, HSK gives you a clear framework for measuring progress.

Preparation strategies. Use official HSK practice tests (available free online). Focus on your weak section — for most learners, listening is the hardest part at lower levels. Time yourself on reading sections. Learn to skim characters for gist rather than reading every stroke. And don't skip the writing section at HSK 3+ — practice handwriting characters under time pressure.

Learning Mandarin Through Media

Turning entertainment into study sessions is one of the most effective — and enjoyable — ways to improve your Mandarin.

The drama study method. Pick a 2–3 minute scene. Watch once with English subtitles for context. Watch again with Chinese subtitles, pausing to note new words. Watch a third time without subtitles, shadowing the dialogue aloud. This transforms passive watching into active learning. Do this with one scene daily, and your listening comprehension will improve noticeably within weeks.

Podcasts for intermediate learners. Once you've outgrown beginner materials, podcasts fill the gap. Chillchat features natural conversations between native speakers with English explanations. Mandarin Corner Podcast offers graded listening content with vocabulary lists. Story.fm (故事FM) is a narrative podcast — like "This American Life" in Chinese — for advanced learners.

YouTube and Bilibili. Chinese YouTube channels cover every topic imaginable. Bilibili (哔哩哔哩, B zhàn) is China's own video platform — think YouTube with bullet comments flying across the screen. It's a goldmine for authentic Chinese content, from educational videos to gaming streams to documentaries.

Mandopop. Chinese pop music is a vocabulary-building tool. Artists like 周杰伦 (Jay Chou), 邓紫棋 (G.E.M.), and 五月天 (Mayday) produce catchy songs with repetitive choruses — perfect for learning phrases and improving pronunciation. Print the lyrics, look up every unknown word, and sing along until the phrases stick.

Study Abroad in Taiwan: The Immersion Advantage

Nothing accelerates Mandarin like living in a Mandarin-speaking environment. When you study Mandarin in Taiwan, every moment becomes practice — ordering breakfast, asking for directions, chatting with classmates, reading street signs. Your brain switches from study mode to survival mode, and progress explodes.

Why Taiwan stands out. Taiwan is widely considered the best place for English speakers to learn Mandarin. The people speak clear, standard Mandarin (国语, Guóyǔ). The cost of living is affordable — roughly $800–$1,200 per month including rent. The culture is warm and welcoming to foreigners. And Taiwan uses Traditional characters, which many learners find more beautiful and logical than Simplified forms.

Top language programs:

• NTU Mandarin Center (National Taiwan University) — Taiwan's most prestigious university, excellent Mandarin program with flexible term lengths.
• NTNU (National Taiwan Normal University) — specifically known for its Mandarin training center for international students. One of the oldest and most respected programs.
• Shida (師大, Shīdà) — colloquial name for NTNU's language center, located in the heart of Taipei's Da'an district — surrounded by cafes, bookstores, and nightlife.

Daily immersion habits. Once you're in Taiwan, make the most of it:

• Order food in Mandarin at 夜市 (yèshì, night markets) — the ultimate real-world practice
• Make Taiwanese friends through university buddy programs
• Read one Chinese news headline daily (中央通讯社, Central News Agency)
• Keep a daily journal in Chinese — even two sentences count
• Join a club, sport, or volunteer group where Mandarin is the only option
• Limit English-language media while abroad

Our Taiwan country guide covers everything you need to know about studying, living, and learning Mandarin in Taiwan — from visa requirements to cultural norms to the best neighborhoods in Taipei.

Free Resources & Your 12-Month Study Plan

You don't need expensive courses to learn Mandarin. The best resources are free or low-cost.

Top free resources:

• ChinesePod — structured audio lessons from beginner to advanced, with dialogue breakdowns and cultural notes
• HelloChinese — app designed specifically for Mandarin learners, with speaking exercises and character writing practice
• The Chairman's Bao — graded news articles organized by HSK level, with built-in dictionary and audio
• Du Chinese — graded reading app with tap-to-translate and native audio

Best apps:

• Pleco — the essential Chinese dictionary app. Includes OCR (point your camera at characters), flashcards, and document reader. Non-negotiable for any Mandarin learner.
• Skritter — teaches character writing through stroke-order practice on screen. Paid, but worth it for serious character learners.
• Anki — spaced repetition flashcards. Download a shared HSK vocabulary deck and review daily.
• HelloTalk / Tandem — language exchange with native Mandarin speakers.

Your 12-month study plan:

• Months 1–2: Master Pinyin and tones. Learn first 150 words (HSK 1 vocabulary). Practice basic greetings and sentence patterns. (Target: HSK 1)
• Months 3–4: Expand to 300 words. Study basic grammar (SVO structure, question formation, aspect markers). Start character recognition. (Target: HSK 2)
• Months 5–6: 600 words. Intermediate grammar (把 construction, complements, connectives). Begin language exchange. (Target: HSK 3)
• Months 7–9: 1,200 words. Read graded readers and news articles. Daily listening practice with podcasts. Write short paragraphs in Chinese. (Target: HSK 4)
• Months 10–12: 2,000+ words. Watch Chinese dramas without subtitles. Consider a study abroad program in Taiwan. Prepare for HSK 5 if ready. (Target: conversational fluency)

Thirty minutes every day beats three hours on weekends. Your brain needs daily exposure to build the neural pathways that make Mandarin feel natural.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to learn Mandarin Chinese?

The U.S. Foreign Service Institute estimates approximately 2,200 class hours for English speakers to reach professional proficiency in Mandarin. But "learn Mandarin" means different things to different people. With consistent daily study of 1–2 hours, you can hold basic conversations in 6–9 months, reach intermediate fluency (HSK 3–4) in 12–18 months, and approach advanced proficiency in 2–3 years. Your timeline depends on study intensity, immersion opportunities, and whether you've learned other tonal or character-based languages before.

Is Mandarin harder than Japanese or Korean?

Mandarin has simpler grammar than both Japanese and Korean — no conjugations, no particles, no honorifics system. However, Mandarin's pronunciation (tones) and writing system (characters) are harder than Korean's Hangul alphabet. Japanese has three writing systems but no tones. Overall, the difficulty is comparable — it depends on your strengths. If you're good at memorizing visual patterns, Mandarin's characters won't faze you. If you have a good ear for music, tones will come naturally.

Do I need to learn to write Chinese characters by hand?

Recognizing characters is more important than handwriting in the digital age. Most communication happens through typing (using Pinyin input on your phone or computer). Focus on reading recognition first — you'll recognize characters much faster than you can produce them by hand. Handwriting practice is optional but helps with memorization. If you do practice writing, use the Skritter app or physical stroke-order workbooks to build correct habits from the start.

Should I learn Simplified or Traditional characters?

It depends on where you plan to use Mandarin. If you're studying in Taiwan or Hong Kong, learn Traditional characters. For mainland China or Singapore, learn Simplified. The two systems share about 80% of their characters — the differences are mainly in simplified stroke forms. Once you know one set, switching to the other takes only a few weeks of focused study. Many learners start with Simplified (more learning resources available globally) and pick up Traditional through immersion in Taiwan.

Can I study Mandarin abroad without knowing any Chinese?

Absolutely. Language programs in Taiwan and mainland China accept complete beginners. Programs at NTU, NTNU, and other Taiwanese universities start from Pinyin and the very basics. You'll be surrounded by other international students in the same position, and Taiwanese people are famously encouraging toward foreigners learning Chinese. Many students arrive knowing only "nǐ hǎo" and leave six months later holding everyday conversations. Check our Mandarin programs in Taiwan for current options and application deadlines.

What's the best way to practice Mandarin tones?

Combine active listening with active production. Start by training your ear — listen to tone minimal pairs (words that differ only in tone) and try to identify which tone you hear. Then practice producing tones: record yourself saying words and compare to native audio. Use physical gestures — raise your hand for second tone, chop downward for fourth tone. Apps like Pleco and ChinesePod include tone drills. And don't neglect tone pairs — in real speech, tones interact, and the patterns are learnable. Consistent daily practice of even 10 minutes produces results within weeks.

Download Your Free Mandarin Study Plan

Ready to start? We've put together a free 12-month Mandarin study plan that breaks down exactly what to study each week — from your first Pinyin syllable to HSK 3 preparation.

The PDF includes:

• Week-by-week study schedule with daily time commitments
• Vocabulary targets organized by HSK level
• Grammar milestones with free resource links
• Character learning schedule with radical breakdowns
• HSK preparation timeline and practice test schedule
• Media study templates for drama-based learning

Download the Free Study Plan (PDF)

Whether you're planning to study abroad in Taiwan, preparing for the HSK exam, or starting your Mandarin journey — this plan gives you the structure you need. Print it out, stick it on your wall, and check off each week as you go.

Your Mandarin journey starts with a single tone. Master Pinyin today, and by this time next year, you'll be having conversations you never thought possible. 加油! (Jiāyóu! — "You've got this!")

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