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Have you ever come across "Difference between ...... and ...... in Mandarin Chinese." "How to say ...... in Mandarin Chinese" "What does ...... mean in Chinese?" Whether it's asking a question or answering the other, this is the place to share your Mandarin Chinese knowledge together.

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2009-04-01 / 12:00AM
Chinese Mandarin Learning : Sashimi Is A Japanese Delicacy Served With Wasabi And Soy Sauc   Learn

Abstract : Do you like eating Japanese food? Japanese food is generally very healthy. But watch out, eating raw fish is on of the Japanese delicacy. You need to prepare for the pungent wasabi (mustard) too.

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2009-04-01 / 12:00AM
Chinese Mandarin Learning : I Feel Relaxed When I Listen To The Music   Learn

Abstract : Music is magical. Easy listening, jazz, pop, blue, contemporary etc, which one do you like, and why?

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2009-04-01 / 12:00AM
Chinese Mandarin Learning : Where Can I Buy Sim Card?   Learn

Abstract : Choosing a SIM card in China is an art. Mobile numbers are not created equal. Moreover, you can buy SIM card from many places, including mom-and-pop shops. Be careful on how much you are paying for a mobile SIM card.

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2009-04-01 / 12:00AM
Chinese Mandarin Learning : I Passed The Exam   Learn

Abstract : We all have exams. Are you those wanting to get high score, or those wanting just the passing score?

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2009-04-01 / 12:00AM
Chinese Mandarin Learning : TextBenny For Any Emergency Translation Between English And Chinese   Learn

Abstract : This is not advertising. In China, if you do need help, TextBenny is a great SMS translation service.

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2009-04-01 / 12:00AM
Chinese Mandarin Learning : What Is The Capital Of Your Country?   Learn

Abstract : China has 5000 years of history. Many cities have been capital of China, and many of them have similar names. Let's see how many do you know.

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2009-04-01 / 12:00AM
Chinese Mandarin Learning : Forget It   Learn

Abstract : “forget it” literally means forgetting something, but it could also mean “no worry” in local saying. In Chinese, it is similar. Check out this comic and see how Louie is getting his free lunch.

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2009-04-01 / 12:00AM
Chinese Mandarin Learning : Do You Prefer To Go To The Local Hospital Or The International Center   Learn

Abstract : If you are hurt, make sure you go to the hospital or clinic. In China, make sure the place you go understand you or you speak Mandarin. If not, what would you expect?

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2009-04-01 / 12:00AM
Chinese Mandarin Learning : What Wedding Gift Should We Get For The Newly Wed Couple?   Learn

Abstract : If you get married, what would you want to receive from your friends and relatives? Think about this question before you buy your next wedding gift.

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2009-04-01 / 12:00AM
Chinese Mandarin Learning : 90 Percent Off   Learn

Abstract : In holiday seasons, discount is a way to attact more customers. But be careful on exactly what the discount is. It is sometimes confusing.

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2009-04-01 / 12:00AM
Chinese Mandarin Learning : Maybe Benny Will Get Another Tortoise For His Pad   Learn

Abstract : There are so many things on Benny's Pad. What would you suggest to put in there?

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2009-04-01 / 12:00AM
Chinese Mandarin Learning : Benny Found Suzy Style At A Cosmetic Counte   Learn

Abstract : Have you heard people saying “his wife looks different when she wakes up in the morning”? Do you know why? Makup makes you looks good, but at the same time, is the makeup look really you?

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2009-04-01 / 12:00AM
Chinese Mandarin Learning : The 2010 World Expo In Shanghai   Learn

Abstract : The 2010 Woldl Expo will be held in Shanghai, China. The mascot is called Haibo, and the China Pavilion is a spectacular red upside down pyramid in red, resemebling a gate. What else do you know about Expo?

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2009-04-01 / 12:00AM
Chinese Mandarin Learning : Do You Know The Painter?   Learn

Abstract : Do you like paintings? No matter what your answer is, I am sure you are familiar with many famous paintings. However, do you know who painted these famous paintings? There are lots to learn and know.

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2009-04-01 / 12:00AM
Chinese Mandarin Learning : How Heavy Is One Jin?   Learn

Abstract : Do you know metric? Life is easier in standardizing Chinese “jīn ” using metric g. However, there are still many variants of “jīn” when you go to local, and mom-and-pop shops.

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2009-04-01 / 12:00AM
Chinese Mandarin Learning : The Sales Of Our Company Is Not Good This Month   Learn

Abstract : Business is not always good at AskBenny. We constantly monitor our sales figures closely. We do need your support, and do need “cash” to keep the company running smoothly.

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2009-04-01 / 12:00AM
Chinese Mandarin Learning : We Are Not Happy With Your Performance   Learn

Abstract : Not everyone is created equal, especially when we are talking about performance. If there is any problem, we always points the problem at Benny.

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2009-04-01 / 12:00AM
Chinese Mandarin Learning : Three Basic Tenses   Learn

Abstract : Grammar is important to put together the vocabularies you have learned so far. Did? Have done? Doing? Let Benny guide you.

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2009-04-01 / 12:00AM
Chinese Mandarin Learning : The Difference Between "xiang" And "yao"   Learn

Abstract : You want to able to get what you want when you tell somebody so. Hence it is crucial to understand the different degree of emphasis on “want.”

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2009-04-01 / 12:00AM
Chinese Mandarin Learning : The Usage Of "yiqian" And "yihou"   Learn

Abstract : Past, present, future? Before or after? Learn the usage of these words and you can explain whether an event has happened or is about to happen. Let Benny take you for a ride on the time machine.

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2009-04-01 / 12:00AM
Chinese Mandarin Learning : Time Period And Time Point   Learn

Abstract : Time is critical when you are explaining a particular event that is has happened or is about to. You have learned numbers and telling time. This experience will take you a step further.

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2009-04-01 / 12:00AM
Chinese Mandarin Learning : The Usage Of "he"   Learn

Abstract : Do you know that “and” can be used as “to” or “with?” Interesting right? Well that is the beauty of Mandarin. So without further ado, let Benny explain.

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2009-04-01 / 12:00AM
Chinese Mandarin Learning : I Was Suppose To   Learn

Abstract : She was suppose to …...My dad was suppose to …... He was suppose to …... We uses suppose to very often in our daily life and it would be useful to know how to say this in Mandarin.

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2009-04-01 / 12:00AM
Chinese Mandarin Learning : How To Use Where   Learn

Abstract : One of the most important words used to survive in China is “Where.” Learn slightly more difficult but important structures of the usages of “where”.

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2009-04-01 / 12:00AM
Chinese Mandarin Learning : The Differences Between "How" And "What"   Learn

Abstract : How to say “what”? What to do with “how?” Very useful be it having a meeting or casually chatting with a friend in the restaurant. You can even use it to find out opinions.

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2009-04-01 / 12:00AM
Chinese Mandarin Learning : Do You Have Any Habits?   Learn

Abstract : Biting your nails? Playing with your hair? Brushing your teeth every night before you go to bed? Every single one of us has a habit. Some are good, some are bad. Your mom and dad or maybe your friends are used to your habits but do you want to change?

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2009-04-01 / 12:00AM
Chinese Mandarin Learning : Good Luck   Learn

Abstract : Do you believe in luck? Lucky or not, you tell me. Well you are lucky as you have Benny as your Mandarin teacher, he is the best.

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2009-04-01 / 12:00AM
Chinese Mandarin Learning : I Have An Appointment   Learn

Abstract : Invite your Chinese friends out for a date or dinner. Or tell them you have an appointment. If you are having difficulties expressing these terms, this experience would come very useful.

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2009-04-01 / 12:00AM
Chinese Mandarin Learning : Meals In A Day   Learn

Abstract : It's important not to miss any meals in the day, so it's as important to know how to distinguish which meal is which. All this talk of meals is making me hungry... when is your next meal?

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2009-04-01 / 12:00AM
Chinese Mandarin Learning : Can I Give You A Piece Of Advice   Learn

Abstract : Here's a piece of advice – literally! You'll be definitely needing some advice constantly if you decide to move to China or even if you live here already! You'll know you're a real local when people start asking you for your advice!

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