Back

Explore every episode of the podcast Bitesize Chinese 一口中文

Dive into the complete episode list for Bitesize Chinese 一口中文. Each episode is cataloged with detailed descriptions, making it easy to find and explore specific topics. Keep track of all episodes from your favorite podcast and never miss a moment of insightful content.

Rows per page:

1–50 of 161

TitlePub. DateDuration
Ep.160 亞洲各國穿搭大不同!👗👔 Fashion Across Asia: Culture in Every Outfit!23 Jun 202500:14:19

Can you guess where someone’s from just by how they dress? In this episode, Mindy and Joeru dive into the unique fashion vibes across Asia — from Taiwan’s comfy streetwear to Japan’s polished layers and Korea’s trendsetting looks. Along the way, they reflect on how climate, culture, and values influence what we wear — and how their own styles have changed while living abroad.

In this episode, we cover:
– Why climate, culture, and social values shape national dress
– What makes Taiwanese style so uniquely practical (and full of surprises)
– How Japan and Korea express politeness, precision, and pop culture through clothing
– How China’s cities showcase different fashion scenes
– Our own fashion evolutions — and how moving abroad has changed how we dress

🗣 Listener Challenge:
What country’s fashion style do you admire most? And what influences your own wardrobe? Share your look or story with us on IG @bitesize.chinese — we’d love to see it!

🔅 Buy us a coffee|贊助我們一杯咖啡
🔅 Leave a comment | 留言給我
🪷 Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Website
🪷 Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Instagram
🪷 Learn Chinese with us | 跟我們學中文
Episode Outline:

  • Why styles differ in Asia
  • Fashion in Taiwan, Japan, South Korea and China
  • Our personal styles



Powered by Firstory Hosting
Ep.159 🍰 Bitesize Basics 🍰 What are you wearing? 穿 vs. 戴 in Chinese23 Jun 202500:05:50

What’s the difference between 穿 and 戴 in Chinese? They both mean “to wear,” but they’re used in totally different ways! In this episode, Mindy and Joeru walk you through the must-know rule for talking about clothes and accessories in Mandarin. From shirts and skirts to hats and glasses, you’ll learn exactly how to say what you’re wearing — with natural sentence patterns and easy-to-remember examples.

🎯 Today’s Topic: Talking about what you’re wearing in Mandarin

🗝 Key Sentence: 我穿外套、也戴帽子。— I wear a coat and also wear a hat.

In this episode, we cover:
– The difference between 穿 and 戴 — and when to use each one
– How to talk about common clothing items (shirt, pants, coat, socks, etc.)
– How to name and describe accessories (hat, glasses, watch, jewelry)
– Practical sentences you can use to describe your outfit in Chinese

🗣 Listener Challenge:
Look around — What are YOU wearing right now? Try saying it in Mandarin!
Use this structure: 我穿 ___,我戴 ___ and leave us a comment on Instagram @bitesize.chinese!

🔅 Buy us a coffee|贊助我們一杯咖啡
🔅 Leave a comment | 留言給我
🪷 Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Website
🪷 Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Instagram
🪷 Learn Chinese with us | 跟我們學中文



Powered by Firstory Hosting
Ep.158 ☕️ Bitesize Talks ☕️ Makeup or not? 化妝還是素顏?16 Jun 202500:05:52

Should you wear makeup today… or not? That’s the question Mindy asks herself almost every morning — and it’s the heart of this week’s cozy conversation.

In this episode, we cover:
– Why Mindy used to wear makeup daily (and what changed)
– The difference between 化妝 and 素顏
– Cultural views on wearing makeup in Taiwan vs Japan
– Letting your skin rest — and learning to love your natural self

🗣 Listener Challenge:
Do you wear makeup every day? Or do you like going “素顏”? Send us a DM or tag @bitesize.chinese and let us know your thoughts!

☕️ About Bitesize Talks:
Welcome to ☕️ 𝗕𝗶𝘁𝗲𝘀𝗶𝘇𝗲 𝗧𝗮𝗹𝗸𝘀 ☕️ — a podcast series designed for A1–A2 level Mandarin learners who want a bit more challenge! Join Mindy and Joeru as they share casual, real-life stories in natural Mandarin, helping you grow your confidence one conversation at a time.📱 Follow us on Instagram @bitesize.chinese or Facebook for this week’s key vocabulary and tips!

🔅 Buy us a coffee|贊助我們一杯咖啡
🔅 Leave a comment | 留言給我
🪷 Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Website
🪷 Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Instagram
🪷 Learn Chinese with us | 跟我們學中文



Powered by Firstory Hosting
Ep.157 🍰 Bitesize Basics 🍰 How Do You Do Your Makeup? 你怎麼化妝?16 Jun 202500:06:28

In this week’s episode, Mindy is joined by her sister — and fellow Mandarin teacher — Amber! Together, they walk you through the basic steps of a makeup routine in Mandarin, using beginner-friendly vocabulary and super useful verbs like 擦、上、畫. Whether you’re a beauty beginner or a lipstick loyalist, this episode will help you talk about your makeup routine in Chinese — step by step!

🎯 Today’s Topic: Talking about makeup routines in Mandarin

🗝 Key Sentence: 你怎麼化妝? — How do you do your makeup?

In this episode, we cover:
– How to name common makeup products (sunscreen, foundation, powder, lipstick & more)
– Two must-know verbs for makeup: 擦 (to apply/spread) and 上 (to apply/place)
– Real-life sentence patterns you can use right away
– Fun mini conversation between sisters to help it all stick!

🗣 Listener Challenge:
Tell us — 你怎麼化妝? What’s your go-to step or favorite product? Try writing one sentence in Mandarin and tag us @bitesize.chinese on Instagram!

🍰 About Bitesize Basics 🍰
Welcome to 𝗕𝗶𝘁𝗲𝘀𝗶𝘇𝗲 𝗕𝗮𝘀𝗶𝗰𝘀 — a podcast series for beginner Mandarin learners (A1)! Each episode teaches one useful grammar point or vocabulary set through fun, practical conversations. Learn with Mindy and Joeru and build your Mandarin step by step! 📱 Follow us on Instagram @bitesize.chinese for this week’s vocabulary recap and practice tips!

🔅 Buy us a coffee|贊助我們一杯咖啡
🔅 Leave a comment | 留言給我
🪷 Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Website
🪷 Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Instagram
🪷 Learn Chinese with us | 跟我們學中文



Powered by Firstory Hosting
Ep.156 什麼是「台灣菜」? 🇹🇼🥢 Taiwanese Cuisine = A Mixed Bowl of Identity09 Jun 202500:13:10

What is Taiwanese food, really? In this episode, Mindy and Joeru explore why it’s so hard to define — and why that’s exactly what makes it special. From Fujian roots to Japanese influence, military village dishes to modern night markets, Taiwanese cuisine is a rich mix of history, creativity, and personal taste.

In this episode, we cover:
• The multicultural roots of Taiwanese cuisine
• Historical and regional influences on “Taiwanese flavor”
• How state banquet menus reflect social values
• The evolution of Taiwanese dishes in modern life
• Our personal “taste of Taiwan” memories

🗣 Listener Challenge:
What’s your favorite Taiwanese dish — or one you thought was Taiwanese but turned out to be from somewhere else? Share with us on IG @bitesize.chinese or message us directly!

🎙️ The Bitesize Chinese Podcast helps you bridge the gap between classroom Mandarin and how people actually speak — with all the quirks, slang, and culture that come with it. Each bi-weekly episode is a bite-sized challenge designed to stretch your skills and bring you from intermediate to almost advanced — one conversation at a time. Tune in, take a bite, and keep growing with us! 🎧💬

🔅 Buy us a coffee|贊助我們一杯咖啡
🔅 Leave a comment | 留言給我
🪷 Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Website
🪷 Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Instagram
🪷 Learn Chinese with us | 跟我們學中文



Powered by Firstory Hosting
Ep.155 🍰 Bitesize Basics 🍰 10 Cooking Verbs to Pair with the 把 Construction09 Jun 202500:06:28

We’re using food prep to break down one of Mandarin’s most useful grammar patterns. In this tasty episode, Mindy and Joeru take you into the kitchen to teach the 把 sentence structure — perfect for describing cooking steps and simple actions!

🎯 Today’s Topic:
How to describe food prep using 把 + Verb 一 Verb — a grammar pattern that makes your Mandarin sound more natural and step-by-step.

🗝 Key Sentence:
把菜洗一洗。 (Bǎ cài xǐ yì xǐ.) – Give the vegetables a quick wash.

In this episode, we cover:
– How to use 把 + object + verb 一 verb for light, quick actions
– 10 common kitchen verbs like 洗 (wash), 切 (cut), 炒 (stir-fry), and more
– Fun, practical phrases you can try next time you’re prepping a meal

🗣 Listener Challenge:
What’s one dish you can describe using today’s grammar? Share a sentence with us on Instagram @bitesize.chinese — or send us a cooking question in Mandarin!

🍰 About Bitesize Basics 🍰
Welcome to 𝗕𝗶𝘁𝗲𝘀𝗶𝘇𝗲 𝗕𝗮𝘀𝗶𝗰𝘀 — a podcast series for beginner Mandarin learners (A1)! Each episode teaches one useful grammar point or vocabulary set through fun, practical conversations. Learn with Mindy and Joeru and build your Mandarin step by step! 📱 Follow us on Instagram @bitesize.chinese for this week’s vocabulary recap and practice tips!

🔅 Buy us a coffee|贊助我們一杯咖啡
🔅 Leave a comment | 留言給我
🪷 Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Website
🪷 Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Instagram
🪷 Learn Chinese with us | 跟我們學中文



Powered by Firstory Hosting
Ep.154 ☕️ Bitesize Talks ☕️ Make Tomato & Egg Stir-Fry with Mindy! 一起做番茄炒蛋吧~02 Jun 202500:06:17

Tomato & Egg Stir-Fry — it’s simple, comforting, and found on nearly every Taiwanese dining table 🍅🥚 But is it really that easy to make? In this episode, Mindy shares her personal recipe for 番茄炒蛋, one of Taiwan’s most beloved 家常菜 (home-style dishes), and why it’s trickier (and more personal!) than you might think.

In this episode, we cover:
– What “家常菜” means and why 番茄炒蛋 is the ultimate example
– How every household has a different way of making this dish
– Mindy’s favorite ingredients and secret: ketchup! 🍅
– Step-by-step walkthrough: from prep to stir-frying like a local
– Why this simple dish brings out big opinions — even from the president!

🗣 Listener Challenge:
Have you ever tried 番茄炒蛋? Or do you have your own go-to comfort food or signature dish?Share your version and tag us @bitesize.chinese — we’d love to learn about your 家常菜!

☕️ About Bitesize Talks:
Welcome to ☕️ 𝗕𝗶𝘁𝗲𝘀𝗶𝘇𝗲 𝗧𝗮𝗹𝗸𝘀 ☕️ — a podcast series designed for A1–A2 level Mandarin learners who want a bit more challenge! Join Mindy and Joeru as they share casual, real-life stories in natural Mandarin, helping you grow your confidence one conversation at a time. 📱 Follow us on Instagram @bitesize.chinese or Facebook for this week’s key vocabulary and tips!

🔅 Buy us a coffee|贊助我們一杯咖啡
🔅 Leave a comment | 留言給我
🪷 Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Website
🪷 Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Instagram
🪷 Learn Chinese with us | 跟我們學中文



Powered by Firstory Hosting
Ep.153 🍰 Bitesize Basics 🍰 Cooking & Grocery Measurements 買菜和做菜常用的量詞02 Jun 202500:08:44

Ever tried reading a recipe or shopping at a traditional market in Taiwan… and had no idea how much to buy? 🥬 In this episode, Mindy and Joeru walk you through essential Mandarin units of measurement used in cooking and grocery shopping — from grams and teaspoons to “a bundle of scallions.”

🎯 Today’s Topic: How to talk about ingredient amounts in Mandarin

🗝 Key Sentence: 我要一把蔥。 — I want a bundle of scallions.

In this episode, we cover:
– Must-know units like grams (公克), liters (公升), and teaspoons (小匙)
– Everyday expressions like “a pinch of salt” and “a bundle of greens”
– Fun vegetable-specific measure words: 根、顆、朵
– How to shop confidently at a traditional market in Taiwan

🗣 Listener Challenge:
What’s your go-to ingredient when you cook?
Try describing it using today’s measure words in Mandarin and tag us @bitesize.chinese — we’d love to see what’s in your kitchen!

🍰 About Bitesize Basics 🍰
Welcome to 𝗕𝗶𝘁𝗲𝘀𝗶𝘇𝗲 𝗕𝗮𝘀𝗶𝗰𝘀 — a podcast series for beginner Mandarin learners (A1)! Each episode teaches one useful grammar point or vocabulary set through fun, practical conversations. Learn with Mindy and Joeru and build your Mandarin step by step! 📱 Follow us on Instagram @bitesize.chinese for this week’s vocabulary recap and practice tips!

🔅 Buy us a coffee|贊助我們一杯咖啡
🔅 Leave a comment | 留言給我
🪷 Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Website
🪷 Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Instagram
🪷 Learn Chinese with us | 跟我們學中文



Powered by Firstory Hosting
Ep.152 到底是游泳還是玩水? 🌊🤯 Why Don’t Taiwanese People “Swim” at the Beach?26 May 202500:13:33

Ever say “I’m going swimming at the beach” — only to be met with puzzled looks in Taiwan? 🏖️ You’re not alone! In this episode, Mindy and Joeru unpack the surprising cultural differences behind the words 游泳 (yóuyǒng) and 玩水 (wánshuǐ), and why they don’t mean the same thing to everyone.

In this episode, we cover:
– Why “游泳” feels like a serious sport in Taiwan, not a casual beach activity
– What counts as “swimming” vs. just “playing in water”
– Why Taiwanese public pools require swim caps (and more!)
– How culture, geography, and traditional beliefs shape our relationship with water
– Bonus: Similar examples like “爬山” vs. “登山”

🗣 Listener Challenge:
How is swimming viewed in your home country? 🏊‍♂️ Is it a casual pastime or a structured sport? Tag us @bitesize.chinese and share your thoughts — or DM us if you’ve ever been confused about “游泳”!

🎙️ The Bitesize Chinese Podcast helps you bridge the gap between classroom Mandarin and how people actuallyspeak — with all the quirks, slang, and culture that come with it. Each bi-weekly episode is a bite-sized challenge designed to stretch your skills and bring you from intermediate to almost advanced — one conversation at a time. Tune in, take a bite, and keep growing with us! 🎧💬

🔅 Buy us a coffee|贊助我們一杯咖啡
🔅 Leave a comment | 留言給我
🪷 Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Website
🪷 Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Instagram
🪷 Learn Chinese with us | 跟我們學中文



Powered by Firstory Hosting
Ep.151 🍰 Bitesize Basics 🍰 Summer Activities 夏天常見的活動26 May 202500:07:38

Looking for fun ways to enjoy the summer — and talk about them in Mandarin? ☀️ In this episode, we teach you practical and fun phrases to describe popular summer activities in Taiwan, from surfing and glamping to ice-skating and riverside biking.

🎯 Today’s Topic: How to talk about your favorite summer activities in Mandarin

🗝 Key Sentence: 我們明天一起去海邊衝浪吧! — Let’s go surfing at the beach tomorrow!

In this episode, we cover:
– Beach activities: surfing, scuba-diving, and just playing in the water
– Mountain fun: hiking, glamping, river-trekking, and waterfalls
– Easy city activities: biking, picnicking, ice-skating, and going to a bar
– Vocabulary boost + a quick recap to practice what you learned

🗣 Listener Challenge:
What’s your favorite summer activity? Try saying it in Mandarin and tag us @bitesize.chinese — we’d love to hear how you enjoy summer where you are!

🍰 About Bitesize Basics 🍰
Welcome to 𝗕𝗶𝘁𝗲𝘀𝗶𝘇𝗲 𝗕𝗮𝘀𝗶𝗰𝘀 — a podcast series for beginner Mandarin learners (A1)! Each episode teaches one useful grammar point or vocabulary set through fun, practical conversations. Learn with Mindy and Joeru and build your Mandarin step by step! 📱 Follow us on Instagram @bitesize.chinese for this week’s vocabulary recap and practice tips!

🔅 Buy us a coffee|贊助我們一杯咖啡
🔅 Leave a comment | 留言給我
🪷 Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Website
🪷 Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Instagram
🪷 Learn Chinese with us | 跟我們學中文



Powered by Firstory Hosting
Ep.150 ☕️ Bitesize Talks ☕️ How to Stay Cool in Summer 夏天怎麼避暑?19 May 202500:04:08

Summer in Taiwan is no joke — with temps soaring past 35°C, everyone’s got their own tricks for staying cool. In this episode, Mindy and Joeru chat about classic Taiwanese ways to “避暑” (cool down) during the sweltering months of June through September.

In this episode, we cover:
– What “避暑” means and why it matters in Taiwan
– Why convenience stores are everyone’s best friend in summer
– The difference between using AC and electric fans
– What locals wear (and eat!) to survive the heat
– The surprising truth about mango shaved ice vs. cooling ingredients

🗣 Listener Challenge:
What are your favorite ways to cool down in summer? Do you eat or wear anything special? Let us know on Instagram @bitesize.chinese — we’d love to hear how you beat the heat where you live!

☕️ About Bitesize Talks:
Welcome to ☕️ 𝗕𝗶𝘁𝗲𝘀𝗶𝘇𝗲 𝗧𝗮𝗹𝗸𝘀 ☕️ — a podcast series designed for A1–A2 level Mandarin learners who want a bit more challenge! Join Mindy and Joeru as they share casual, real-life stories in natural Mandarin, helping you grow your confidence one conversation at a time. 📱 Follow us on Instagram @bitesize.chinese or Facebook for this week’s key vocabulary and tips!

🔅 Buy us a coffee|贊助我們一杯咖啡
🔅 Leave a comment | 留言給我
🪷 Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Website
🪷 Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Instagram
🪷 Learn Chinese with us | 跟我們學中文



Powered by Firstory Hosting
Ep.149 🍰 Bitesize Basics 🍰 7 Fun and Dramatic Ways to Describe Hot Weather19 May 202500:06:11

Saying “It’s hot” in Mandarin is just the beginning. In this fun and expressive episode, we teach you 7 dramatic waysto describe hot weather — from “crazy hot” to “so hot I could die!” Get ready to level up your small talk and sound more like a native.

🎯 Today’s Topic: How to describe summer heat in natural, expressive Mandarin

🗝 Key Sentence: 外面熱得要命! — It’s unbearably hot outside!

In this episode, we cover:
– The basic and natural ways to say “It’s hot”
– Dramatic expressions like 熱死了 and 熱爆了
– Bonus words: sweat, heatstroke, and using the AC
– A recap + sentence building challenge

🗣 Listener Challenge:
How’s the weather where you are today?
Try using one of the phrases you learned and tag us on Instagram @bitesize.chinese with your sentence!

🍰 About Bitesize Basics 🍰
Welcome to 𝗕𝗶𝘁𝗲𝘀𝗶𝘇𝗲 𝗕𝗮𝘀𝗶𝗰𝘀 — a podcast series for beginner Mandarin learners (A1)! Each episode teaches one useful grammar point or vocabulary set through fun, practical conversations. Learn with Mindy and Joeru and build your Mandarin step by step! 📱 Follow us on Instagram @bitesize.chinese for this week’s vocabulary recap and practice tips!

🔅 Buy us a coffee|贊助我們一杯咖啡
🔅 Leave a comment | 留言給我
🪷 Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Website
🪷 Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Instagram
🪷 Learn Chinese with us | 跟我們學中文



Powered by Firstory Hosting
Ep.148 台灣人的時間觀念 🕒⏰ How Taiwanese People Really Think About Time12 May 202500:22:07

Have you ever wondered why someone in Taiwan says “等一下” but then shows up an hour later? Or why 12 a.m. is still considered an early bedtime? 😴

In this episode, Mindy and Joeru talk all about time perception in Taiwan — how people define “early,” “late,” “fast,” and “slow,” and how it shapes everyday life and language.

✨ This episode ran away from me — but in the best way! It’s a bit longer than our usual Bitesize chat, so take your time, pause when you need, and enjoy the ride 🎧

In this episode, we cover:
– What “time sense” (時間觀念) really means in Taiwanese culture
– Why words like 最近、好幾天、等一下 can feel super vague
– How upbringing, work life, and culture affect people’s idea of punctuality
– Fun examples from daily life: sleep, dinner time, marriage age, and more!

🗣 Listener Challenge:
What’s your definition of “on time”? ⏰ Is it different in your home country vs. in Taiwan? DM us or tag us in your IG Story @bitesize.chinese — we’d love to hear your take!

🎙️ The Bitesize Chinese Podcast helps you bridge the gap between classroom Mandarin and how people actuallyspeak — with all the quirks, slang, and culture that come with it. Each bi-weekly episode is a bite-sized challenge designed to stretch your skills and bring you from intermediate to almost advanced — one conversation at a time. Tune in, take a bite, and keep growing with us! 🎧💬

🔅 Buy us a coffee|贊助我們一杯咖啡
🔅 Leave a comment | 留言給我
🪷 Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Website
🪷 Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Instagram
🪷 Learn Chinese with us | 跟我們學中文



Powered by Firstory Hosting
Ep.147 🍰 Bitesize Basics 🍰 Let’s Meet Up! 我們約明天十點在咖啡廳見面12 May 202500:05:22

Want to say “Let’s meet at 10 tomorrow” or “Let’s meet at the café”? In this episode, we teach you how to use a simple and super useful Mandarin sentence pattern 👉 約 + [時間] + 在 + [地點] + 見面

🎯 Today’s Topic: Useful pattern to plan a meetup with others
🗝 Key Sentence: 我們約明天十點在咖啡廳見面。— Let’s meet tomorrow 10AM at the cafe.

In this episode, we cover:
– The meaning and use of 見面 and 跟…見面
– How to use 約 to plan a meetup
– Step-by-step: adding time, location, and activity to your sentence
– Real-life dialogue + a quick quiz!

🗣 Listener Challenge:
Where and when are Mindy and Joeru meeting?
Leave your answer in the comments on Instagram @bitesize.chinese!

🍰 About Bitesize Basics 🍰
Welcome to 𝗕𝗶𝘁𝗲𝘀𝗶𝘇𝗲 𝗕𝗮𝘀𝗶𝗰𝘀 — a podcast series for beginner Mandarin learners (A1)! Each episode teaches one useful grammar point or vocabulary set through fun, practical conversations. Learn with Mindy and Joeru and build your Mandarin step by step!📱 Follow us on Instagram @bitesize.chinese for this week’s vocabulary recap and practice tips!

🔅 Buy us a coffee|贊助我們一杯咖啡
🔅 Leave a comment | 留言給我
🪷 Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Website
🪷 Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Instagram
🪷 Learn Chinese with us | 跟我們學中文



Powered by Firstory Hosting
Ep.146 ☕️ Bitesize Talks ☕️ Life at Different Speeds 不同地方的生活步調05 May 202500:05:08

Is your city fast-paced or slow and laid-back? In this episode, Joeru shares stories from his travels around the world — and what surprised him most about how people live, walk, eat, and even shop in different places.

In this episode, we cover:
– What “生活步調” means and how to use it
– Why escalators in Hong Kong are a cultural shock for many Taiwanese
– The ultra-relaxed vibe of life in France — including two-hour lunches!
– How pace of life varies even within Taiwan, from Taipei to the countryside

🗣 Listener Challenge:
Do you live somewhere fast-paced or slow? What kind of lifestyle do you prefer? Leave us a comment or tag us @bitesize.chinese and tell us what your city feels like!

☕️ About Bitesize Talks:
Welcome to ☕️ 𝗕𝗶𝘁𝗲𝘀𝗶𝘇𝗲 𝗧𝗮𝗹𝗸𝘀 ☕️ — a podcast series designed for A1–A2 level Mandarin learners who want a bit more challenge! Join Mindy and Joeru as they share casual, real-life stories in natural Mandarin, helping you grow your confidence one conversation at a time. 📱 Follow us on Instagram @bitesize.chinese or Facebook for this week’s key vocabulary and tips!

🔅 Buy us a coffee|贊助我們一杯咖啡
🔅 Leave a comment | 留言給我
🪷 Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Website
🪷 Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Instagram
🪷 Learn Chinese with us | 跟我們學中文



Powered by Firstory Hosting
Ep.145 🍰 Bitesize Basics 🍰 Are You Free? 3 Ways to Say It in Mandarin05 May 202500:04:46

Want to make plans in Mandarin? This week, Mindy and Joeru teach you three natural ways to ask (and answer) if someone is free — using phrases that are simple, super common, and great for real-life conversations. Perfect for beginners looking to sound more natural in daily chats!

🎯 Today’s Topic: Asking if someone is free or busy in Mandarin
🗝 Key Sentence: 你這個週末有空嗎?— Are you free this weekend?

In this episode, we cover:
– Three sets of beginner-friendly phrases to say you’re free or busy
– The difference between 有空、沒空 vs 有事、沒事
– How to use 很忙/不忙 in casual conversations
– Real examples to help you remember and speak with confidence!

🗣 Listener Challenge:
Try using one of today’s phrases! Leave a comment or tag us @bitesize.chinese and tell us: 你今天忙不忙?

🍰 About Bitesize Basics 🍰
Welcome to 𝗕𝗶𝘁𝗲𝘀𝗶𝘇𝗲 𝗕𝗮𝘀𝗶𝗰𝘀 — a podcast series for beginner Mandarin learners (A1)! Each episode teaches one useful grammar point or vocabulary set through fun, practical conversations. Learn with Mindy and Joeru and build your Mandarin step by step! 📱 Follow us on Instagram @bitesize.chinese for this week’s vocabulary recap and practice tips!

🔅 Buy us a coffee|贊助我們一杯咖啡
🔅 Leave a comment | 留言給我
🪷 Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Website
🪷 Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Instagram
🪷 Learn Chinese with us | 跟我們學中文



Powered by Firstory Hosting
Ep.144 連我們都覺得奇怪的中文句子!🤔🗣️ Chinese Sentences That Even Confuse Native Speakers!28 Apr 202500:12:02

Have you ever heard a Chinese sentence that technically makes sense but still sounds… off? In this episode, Mindy and Joeru share some real-life Mandarin sentences that native speakers find confusing, awkward, or just plain funny — and explain why!

In this episode, we cover:
– Why the same phrase can mean different things depending on your logic or dialect
– Phrases that confuse even native speakers (like 往前一點 and 睡得很晚)
– How everyday speech habits differ from grammar rules
– Fun examples of regional quirks and unusual sentence patterns in Taiwan

🗣 Listener Challenge:
Have you ever said something in Mandarin that made your teacher or friend go 😅 “Uhh… that’s not what we say”? Share your story with us on Instagram @bitesize.chinese!

🎙️ The Bitesize Chinese Podcast helps you bridge the gap between classroom Mandarin and how people actuallyspeak — with all the quirks, slang, and culture that come with it. Each bi-weekly episode is a bite-sized challenge designed to stretch your skills and bring you from intermediate to almost advanced — one conversation at a time. Tune in, take a bite, and keep growing with us! 🎧💬

🔅 Buy us a coffee|贊助我們一杯咖啡
🔅 Leave a comment | 留言給我
🪷 Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Website
🪷 Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Instagram
🪷 Learn Chinese with us | 跟我們學中文



Powered by Firstory Hosting
Ep.143 🍰 Bitesize Basics 🍰 How We Use These Adverbs: 很~、好~、真~28 Apr 202500:07:34

Do 很、好、真 all just mean “very”? Not exactly! In this episode, we break down the subtle but important differences between these three common Mandarin adverbs — and when to use each one in real life.

🎯 Today’s Topic: Common weather expressions and how to talk about how it feels outside

🗝 Key Sentence: 今天出大太陽!(Jīntiān chū dà tàiyáng!)– It’s sunny today!

🗣 Listener Challenge:
Try using these three versions: 一口中文的老師很棒 / 好棒 / 真棒
Which one feels most you? Tag us on Instagram @bitesize.chinese and let us know!

🍰 About Bitesize Basics 🍰
Welcome to 𝗕𝗶𝘁𝗲𝘀𝗶𝘇𝗲 𝗕𝗮𝘀𝗶𝗰𝘀 — a podcast series for beginner Mandarin learners (A1)! Each episode teaches one useful grammar point or vocabulary set through fun, practical conversations. Learn with Mindy and Joeru and build your Mandarin step by step! 📱 Follow us on Instagram @bitesize.chinese for this week’s vocabulary recap and practice tips!

🔅 Buy us a coffee|贊助我們一杯咖啡
🔅 Leave a comment | 留言給我
🪷 Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Website
🪷 Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Instagram
🪷 Learn Chinese with us | 跟我們學中文



Powered by Firstory Hosting
Ep.142 ☕️ Bitesize Talks ☕️ South vs North: Taiwan’s Weather 南北部天氣大不同21 Apr 202500:04:27

How different is the weather in Northern vs. Southern Taiwan? ☁️☀️ In this episode, Joeru reflects on how weather can feel completely different depending on where you are in Taiwan. From Taipei’s gloomy drizzle to Kaohsiung’s blazing sunshine, she shares personal stories, seasonal changes, and key Mandarin phrases to help you describe the weather like a local.

In this episode, you’ll learn:
– Mandarin phrases to talk about weather and climate differences
– What makes northern Taiwan feel colder (even if it’s not)
– How to describe seasonal transitions using natural, everyday language

🗣 Listener Challenge:
你比較喜歡北部的天氣還是南部的天氣?為什麼?
Do you prefer the weather in the north or the south of Taiwan? Tell us why — and don’t forget to tag us on Instagram @bitesize.chinese!

🔅 Buy us a coffee|贊助我們一杯咖啡
🔅 Leave a comment | 留言給我
🪷 Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Website
🪷 Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Instagram
🪷 Learn Chinese with us | 跟我們學中文



Powered by Firstory Hosting
Ep.141 🍰 Bitesize Basics 🍰 How’s the Weather? 天氣怎麼樣?21 Apr 202500:07:10

How’s the weather today? ☀️🌧️ In this episode, Mindy and Joeru explore the most useful ways to describe weather in Mandarin! Whether it’s sunny and cool or wet and windy, you’ll learn how to express different conditions clearly — and pick up patterns like 又…又… and X X 的 (for soft, descriptive tone).

🎯 Today’s Topic: Common weather expressions and how to talk about how it feels outside

🗝 Key Sentence: 今天出大太陽!(Jīntiān chū dà tàiyáng!)– It’s sunny today!

🗣 Listener Challenge:
你喜歡怎樣的天氣?今天的天氣怎麼樣?
What kind of weather do you like? How’s the weather where you are today? Try describing it in Mandarin and tag us on Instagram @bitesize.chinese!

🔅 Buy us a coffee|贊助我們一杯咖啡
🔅 Leave a comment | 留言給我
🪷 Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Website
🪷 Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Instagram
🪷 Learn Chinese with us | 跟我們學中文



Powered by Firstory Hosting
Ep.140 來台灣旅行要注意什麼?✈️🇹🇼 Taiwan Travel Tips You Should Know!14 Apr 202500:13:31

Visiting Taiwan soon? 🇹🇼🌏 Mindy and Joeru share must-know travel tips—from handling wild weather and local customs to why you should keep receipts and avoid driving. Get ready for fun insights and practical advice!

Episode Outline:

  • Taiwan’s Weather
  • Safety Tips and Driving Risks
  • Spending Tips
  • Language Tips


🔅 Buy us a coffee|贊助我們一杯咖啡
🔅 Leave a comment | 留言給我
🪷 Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Website
🪷 Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Instagram
🪷 Learn Chinese with us | 跟我們學中文



Powered by Firstory Hosting
Ep.139 🍰 Bitesize Basics 🍰  Did you sleep well last night? 你昨天晚上睡得好嗎?14 Apr 202500:07:15

Did you sleep well last night? 😴🛏️ In this episode, Mindy and Joeru talk all about sleep—from going to bed and waking up, to feeling sleepy, oversleeping, and even dreaming! You’ll learn how to talk about your sleep habits in Mandarin and practice the super useful sentence pattern: 你昨天晚上睡得好嗎? (Did you sleep well last night?).

🎯 Today’s Topic: Everyday sleep vocabulary and how to talk about your sleeping habits in Mandarin

🗝 Key Sentence: 你昨天晚上睡得好嗎?(Nǐ zuótiān wǎnshàng shuì de hǎo ma?)

🗣 Listener Challenge:
你平常都幾點睡覺?幾點起床?
What’s your usual sleep schedule? Are you a night owl or an early bird? Tell us in Mandarin on Instagram @bitesize.chinese!

🔅 Buy us a coffee|贊助我們一杯咖啡
🔅 Leave a comment | 留言給我
🪷 Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Website
🪷 Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Instagram
🪷 Learn Chinese with us | 跟我們學中文



Powered by Firstory Hosting
Ep.138 ☕️ Bitesize Talks ☕️ My Travel Habits 坐飛機的習慣07 Apr 202500:06:27

What’s in Mindy’s carry-on bag when she flies?
In this episode, Mindy shares her personal flying routine — from what she wears on the plane to her must-have travel items like a scarf, steam eye mask, headphones, and even a water bottle trick! She also shares why she always chooses an aisle seat over the window.

In this episode, you’ll learn:
– Useful Mandarin for air travel and personal routines
– Must-have items for a more comfortable flight
– Why online check-in and aisle seats are Mindy’s go-to

🗣 Listener Challenge:
What are your airplane habits? Do you prefer the aisle or the window seat? Tell us on Instagram @bitesize.chinese!

☕️ About Bitesize Talks:
Welcome to ☕️ 𝗕𝗶𝘁𝗲𝘀𝗶𝘇𝗲 𝗧𝗮𝗹𝗸𝘀 ☕️ — a podcast series designed for A1–A2 level Mandarin learners who want a bit more challenge! Join Mindy and Joeru as they share casual, real-life stories in natural Mandarin, helping you grow your confidence one conversation at a time.
📱 Follow us on Instagram @bitesize.chinese or Facebook for this week’s key vocabulary and tips!

🔅 Buy us a coffee|贊助我們一杯咖啡
🔅 Leave a comment | 留言給我
🪷 Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Website
🪷 Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Instagram
🪷 Learn Chinese with us | 跟我們學中文



Powered by Firstory Hosting
Ep.137 🍰 Bitesize Basics 🍰 Essential Travel Items 你帶了護照嗎?07 Apr 202500:05:36

What should you pack for your next trip? ✈️
In this episode, Mindy helps Joeru figure out what to bring on his trip to Thailand! From passports to power banks, learn how to talk about packing and travel essentials in Mandarin — and practice using the handy question pattern: 你帶了…嗎? (Did you bring…?).

🎯 Today’s Topic: Essential travel vocabulary and how to ask “Did you bring…?” in Mandarin

🗝 Key Sentence: 你帶了護照嗎?(Nǐ dài le hùzhào ma?)

🗣 Listener Challenge:
你最近有旅行計畫嗎?你會帶什麼東西?
Do you have a trip coming up? What do you always bring when you travel? Share with us on Instagram @bitesize.chinese!

🍰 About Bitesize Basics 🍰
Welcome to 𝗕𝗶𝘁𝗲𝘀𝗶𝘇𝗲 𝗕𝗮𝘀𝗶𝗰𝘀 — a podcast series for beginner Mandarin learners (A1)! Each episode teaches one useful grammar point or vocabulary set through fun, practical conversations. Learn with Mindy and Joeru and build your Mandarin step by step!
📱 Follow us on Instagram @bitesize.chinese for this week’s vocabulary recap and practice tips!

🔅 Buy us a coffee|贊助我們一杯咖啡
🔅 Leave a comment | 留言給我
🪷 Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Website
🪷 Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Instagram
🪷 Learn Chinese with us | 跟我們學中文



Powered by Firstory Hosting
Ep.136 台灣人怎麼和神明說話?📿🙏 Taiwan’s Folk Beliefs You Didn’t Know!31 Mar 202500:13:08

Ever tried asking gods for answers? 🔮🙏 Mindy and Joeru share Taiwan’s unique traditions like 擲筊, 收驚, and 拜拜. From personal stories to cultural insights, discover how these rituals are still part of life in modern Taiwan.

Episode Outline:

  • Tomb-sweeping festival ritual
  • Taiwanese 拜拜 (worship) culture
  • 收驚 (spiritual calming ritual)
  • 擲筊 (asking the gods for answers)


🔅 Buy us a coffee|贊助我們一杯咖啡
🔅 Leave a comment | 留言給我
🪷 Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Website
🪷 Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Instagram
🪷 Learn Chinese with us | 跟我們學中文



Powered by Firstory Hosting
Ep.135 🍰 Bitesize Basics 🍰 I Caught a Cold 我感冒了31 Mar 202500:05:43

Welcome to the 🍰 𝗕𝗶𝘁𝗲𝘀𝗶𝘇𝗲 𝗕𝗮𝘀𝗶𝗰𝘀 🍰 series, tailor-made for beginners! Replay this episode until you’ve memorized the key sentence. Don't forget to visit our Instagram or Facebook pages for this week's key phrase!

🧋𝗧𝗼𝗱𝗮𝘆'𝘀 𝗧𝗼𝗽𝗶𝗰: Feeling sick
🧋 𝗞𝗲𝘆 𝗦𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲: 我感冒了。(Wǒ gǎnmào le。)

🔅 Buy us a coffee|贊助我們一杯咖啡
🔅 Leave a comment | 留言給我
🪷 Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Website
🪷 Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Instagram
🪷 Learn Chinese with us | 跟我們學中文



Powered by Firstory Hosting
Ep.134 ☕️ Bitesize Talks ☕️ Delicious and Not-So-Delicious Dishes I’ve Tried 我覺得好吃和難吃的菜24 Mar 202500:05:16

Welcome to ☕️ 𝗕𝗶𝘁𝗲𝘀𝗶𝘇𝗲 𝗧𝗮𝗹𝗸𝘀 ☕️, designed for A1-A2 learners seeking more challenges! Join Mindy and Joeru as they share casual daily stories, making Mandarin learning fun and relatable. Check our Instagram or Facebook for this week’s key vocabulary!

🔅 Buy us a coffee|贊助我們一杯咖啡
🔅 Leave a comment | 留言給我
🪷 Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Website
🪷 Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Instagram
🪷 Learn Chinese with us | 跟我們學中文



Powered by Firstory Hosting
Ep.133 🍰 Bitesize Basics 🍰 The Spotlight “是…的” Pattern in Mandarin 24 Mar 202500:06:23

Welcome to the 🍰 𝗕𝗶𝘁𝗲𝘀𝗶𝘇𝗲 𝗕𝗮𝘀𝗶𝗰𝘀 🍰 series, tailor-made for beginners! Replay this episode until you’ve memorized the key sentence. Don't forget to visit our Instagram or Facebook pages for this week's key phrase!

🧋𝗧𝗼𝗱𝗮𝘆'𝘀 𝗧𝗼𝗽𝗶𝗰: Spotlight pattern: “是...的”
🧋 𝗞𝗲𝘆 𝗦𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲: Holden是坐飛機來台灣的。(Holden shì zuò fēijī lái Táiwān de。)

🔅 Buy us a coffee|贊助我們一杯咖啡
🔅 Leave a comment | 留言給我
🪷 Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Website
🪷 Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Instagram
🪷 Learn Chinese with us | 跟我們學中文



Powered by Firstory Hosting
Ep.132 我們的最愛與最討厭食物 🍱🖤 Our Honest Takes on Favorite & Least Favorite Taiwanese Foods17 Mar 202500:13:13

In this episode, Mindy and Joeru discuss the “Taiwanese People’s Favorite vs Least Favorite Foods Ranking.” They debate the accuracy of the list and reveal their own top and bottom food choices. Whether you love or hate these dishes, join us for an engaging conversation about Taiwan’s culinary favorites! 🍜✨

🔅 Buy us a coffee|贊助我們一杯咖啡
🔅 Leave a comment | 留言給我
🪷 Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Website
🪷 Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Instagram
🪷 Learn Chinese with us | 跟我們學中文



Powered by Firstory Hosting
Ep.131 🍰 Bitesize Basics 🍰 Dietary Restrictions 我對海鮮過敏17 Mar 202500:04:28

Welcome to the 🍰 𝗕𝗶𝘁𝗲𝘀𝗶𝘇𝗲 𝗕𝗮𝘀𝗶𝗰𝘀 🍰 series, tailor-made for beginners! Replay this episode until you’ve memorized the key sentence. Don't forget to visit our Instagram or Facebook pages for this week's key phrase!

🧋𝗧𝗼𝗱𝗮𝘆'𝘀 𝗧𝗼𝗽𝗶𝗰: Dietary Restrictions
🧋 𝗞𝗲𝘆 𝗦𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲: 我對海鮮過敏。(Wǒ duì hǎixiān guòmǐn。)

🔅 Buy us a coffee|贊助我們一杯咖啡
🔅 Leave a comment | 留言給我
🪷 Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Website
🪷 Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Instagram
🪷 Learn Chinese with us | 跟我們學中文



Powered by Firstory Hosting
Ep.130 ☕️ Bitesize Talks ☕️ Convenient Store Experiences 台灣的超商文化10 Mar 202500:06:44

Welcome to ☕️ 𝗕𝗶𝘁𝗲𝘀𝗶𝘇𝗲 𝗧𝗮𝗹𝗸𝘀 ☕️, designed for A1-A2 learners seeking more challenges! Join Mindy and Joeru as they share casual daily stories, making Mandarin learning fun and relatable. Check our Instagram or Facebook for this week’s key vocabulary!

🔅 Buy us a coffee|贊助我們一杯咖啡
🔅 Leave a comment | 留言給我
🪷 Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Website
🪷 Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Instagram
🪷 Learn Chinese with us | 跟我們學中文



Powered by Firstory Hosting
Ep.129 🍰 Bitesize Basics 🍰 Convenience Store Phrases 有沒有會員、載具?10 Mar 202500:04:36

Welcome to the 🍰 𝗕𝗶𝘁𝗲𝘀𝗶𝘇𝗲 𝗕𝗮𝘀𝗶𝗰𝘀 🍰 series, tailor-made for beginners! Replay this episode until you’ve memorized the key sentence. Don't forget to visit our Instagram or Facebook pages for this week's key phrase!

🧋𝗧𝗼𝗱𝗮𝘆'𝘀 𝗧𝗼𝗽𝗶𝗰: Convenient store sentences
🧋 𝗞𝗲𝘆 𝗦𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲: 有沒有會員、載具?(Yǒu méi yǒu huìyuán、zǎijù?)

🔅 Buy us a coffee|贊助我們一杯咖啡
🔅 Leave a comment | 留言給我
🪷 Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Website
🪷 Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Instagram
🪷 Learn Chinese with us | 跟我們學中文



Powered by Firstory Hosting
Ep.128 我們住過的各種租屋房型 🏡😵‍💫 All Types of Rental Apartments03 Mar 202500:09:00

In this episode, Mindy and Joeru discuss the most common rental types in Taiwan, from cozy studios and shared rooms to entire apartments and townhouses. Mindy shares her 15 years of experience and 17 moves, offering valuable insights and tips! Tune in to learn more about Taiwan’s rental options and make your rental journey easy and stress-free! 🔑✨

Episode Outline:

  • Building styles
  • Room types
  • Rentel types
  • Our experiences


🔅 Buy us a coffee|贊助我們一杯咖啡
🔅 Leave a comment | 留言給我
🪷 Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Website
🪷 Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Instagram
🪷 Learn Chinese with us | 跟我們學中文



Powered by Firstory Hosting
Ep.127 🍰 Bitesize Basics 🍰When to omit “的(de)” 03 Mar 202500:07:14

Welcome to the 🍰 𝗕𝗶𝘁𝗲𝘀𝗶𝘇𝗲 𝗕𝗮𝘀𝗶𝗰𝘀 🍰 series, tailor-made for beginners! Replay this episode until you’ve memorized the key sentence. Don't forget to visit our Instagram or Facebook pages for this week's key phrase!

🧋𝗧𝗼𝗱𝗮𝘆'𝘀 𝗧𝗼𝗽𝗶𝗰: Taking transportation
🧋 𝗞𝗲𝘆 𝗦𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲: 大樓三樓的廁所。(Dàlóu sān lóu de cèsuǒ。)

🔅 Buy us a coffee|贊助我們一杯咖啡
🔅 Leave a comment | 留言給我
🪷 Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Website
🪷 Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Instagram
🪷 Learn Chinese with us | 跟我們學中文



Powered by Firstory Hosting
Ep.126 ☕️ Bitesize Talks ☕️Means of Transportation in Taiwan 台灣的交通工具24 Feb 202500:05:02

Welcome to ☕️ 𝗕𝗶𝘁𝗲𝘀𝗶𝘇𝗲 𝗧𝗮𝗹𝗸𝘀 ☕️, designed for A1-A2 learners seeking more challenges! Join Mindy and Joeru as they share casual daily stories, making Mandarin learning fun and relatable. Check our Instagram or Facebook for this week’s key vocabulary!

🔅 Buy us a coffee|贊助我們一杯咖啡
🔅 Leave a comment | 留言給我
🪷 Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Website
🪷 Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Instagram
🪷 Learn Chinese with us | 跟我們學中文



Powered by Firstory Hosting
Ep.125 🍰 Bitesize Basics 🍰 Talking about Similarities 東京的夏天跟台北的一樣熱24 Feb 202500:06:00

Welcome to the 🍰 𝗕𝗶𝘁𝗲𝘀𝗶𝘇𝗲 𝗕𝗮𝘀𝗶𝗰𝘀 🍰 series, tailor-made for beginners! Replay this episode until you’ve memorized the key sentence. Don't forget to visit our Instagram or Facebook pages for this week's key phrase!

🧋 𝗞𝗲𝘆 𝗦𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲: 東京的夏天跟台北的一樣熱。(Dōngjīng de xiàtiān gēn Táiběi de yíyàng rè。)

🔅 Buy us a coffee|贊助我們一杯咖啡
🔅 Leave a comment | 留言給我
🪷 Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Website
🪷 Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Instagram
🪷 Learn Chinese with us | 跟我們學中文



Powered by Firstory Hosting
Ep.124 讓故事更生動的ABB用法 🗣️✨ ABB Usages for Telling Your Story Better!17 Feb 202500:12:29

Want to make your Chinese descriptions more colorful and engaging? 🎨🗣️ Join us in Ep.112 as we explore the usage of ABB adjectives in Chinese. Learn how this special adjective structure, where the second and third characters are the same, can add depth and emotion to your storytelling. ✨📖

Episode Outline:

  • What are ABB adjectives?
  • When’s the best time to use them?
  • Commonly used ABB patterns


🔅 Buy us a coffee|贊助我們一杯咖啡
🔅 Leave a comment | 留言給我
🪷 Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Website
🪷 Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Instagram
🪷 Learn Chinese with us | 跟我們學中文



Powered by Firstory Hosting
Ep.123 🍰 Bitesize Basics 🍰 I take the metro to school. 我坐捷運去上學17 Feb 202500:07:01

Welcome to the 🍰 𝗕𝗶𝘁𝗲𝘀𝗶𝘇𝗲 𝗕𝗮𝘀𝗶𝗰𝘀 🍰 series, tailor-made for beginners! Replay this episode until you’ve memorized the key sentence. Don't forget to visit our Instagram or Facebook pages for this week's key phrase!

🧋𝗧𝗼𝗱𝗮𝘆'𝘀 𝗧𝗼𝗽𝗶𝗰: Taking transportation
🧋 𝗞𝗲𝘆 𝗦𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲: 我坐捷運去上學。(Wǒ zuò jiéyùn qù shàng xué。)

🔅 Buy us a coffee|贊助我們一杯咖啡
🔅 Leave a comment | 留言給我
🪷 Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Website
🪷 Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Instagram
🪷 Learn Chinese with us | 跟我們學中文



Powered by Firstory Hosting
Ep.122 ☕️ Bitesize Talks ☕️ Taitung’s Scary Lantern Festival Celebration 台東的可怕元宵節活動10 Feb 202500:04:52

Welcome to ☕️ 𝗕𝗶𝘁𝗲𝘀𝗶𝘇𝗲 𝗧𝗮𝗹𝗸𝘀 ☕️, designed for A1-A2 learners seeking more challenges! Join Mindy and Joeru as they share casual daily stories, making Mandarin learning fun and relatable. Check our Instagram or Facebook for this week’s key vocabulary!

🔅 Buy us a coffee|贊助我們一杯咖啡
🔅 Leave a comment | 留言給我
🪷 Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Website
🪷 Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Instagram
🪷 Learn Chinese with us | 跟我們學中文



Powered by Firstory Hosting
Ep.121 🍰 Bitesize Basics 🍰 I brush my teeth every morning 我每天早上都刷牙10 Feb 202500:06:01

Welcome to the 🍰 𝗕𝗶𝘁𝗲𝘀𝗶𝘇𝗲 𝗕𝗮𝘀𝗶𝗰𝘀 🍰 series, tailor-made for beginners! Replay this episode until you’ve memorized the key sentence. Don't forget to visit our Instagram or Facebook pages for this week's key phrase!

☀️ 𝗧𝗼𝗱𝗮𝘆'𝘀 𝗧𝗼𝗽𝗶𝗰: Daily Routine
☀️ 𝗞𝗲𝘆 𝗦𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲: 我每天早上都刷牙~(Wǒ měi tiān zǎoshàng dōu shuāyá)

🔅 Buy us a coffee|贊助我們一杯咖啡
🔅 Leave a comment | 留言給我
🪷 Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Website
🪷 Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Instagram
🪷 Learn Chinese with us | 跟我們學中文



Powered by Firstory Hosting
Ep.120 中文裡的日文外來語 🗣️🎌 Japanese Loan Words in Mandarin03 Feb 202500:13:41

Want to expand your Mandarin vocabulary with Japanese loan words? ✨🗣️ Join us in Ep.120 as we explore how Japanese terms have been integrated into Mandarin. Learn about the cultural background, different types of loanwords, and how native speakers use Japanese kanji to enrich their language. ✨📖

🔅 Buy us a coffee|贊助我們一杯咖啡
🔅 Leave a comment | 留言給我
🪷 Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Website
🪷 Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Instagram
🪷 Learn Chinese with us | 跟我們學中文



Powered by Firstory Hosting
Ep.119 🍰 Bitesize Basics 🍰 3 Ways to Give Suggestions 03 Feb 202500:06:11

Welcome to the 🍰 𝗕𝗶𝘁𝗲𝘀𝗶𝘇𝗲 𝗕𝗮𝘀𝗶𝗰𝘀 🍰 series, tailor-made for beginners! Replay this episode until you’ve memorized the key sentence. Don't forget to visit our Instagram or Facebook pages for this week's key phrase!

🧋𝗧𝗼𝗱𝗮𝘆'𝘀 𝗧𝗼𝗽𝗶𝗰: Giving Suggestions
🧋 𝗞𝗲𝘆 𝗦𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲: 我們晚餐吃火鍋,好不好?(Wǒmen wǎncān chī huǒguō, hǎo bù hǎo?)

🔅 Buy us a coffee|贊助我們一杯咖啡
🔅 Leave a comment | 留言給我
🪷 Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Website
🪷 Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Instagram
🪷 Learn Chinese with us | 跟我們學中文



Powered by Firstory Hosting
Ep.118 ☕️ Bitesize Talks ☕️ What we do on CNY Eve? 除夕做什麼?27 Jan 202500:05:42

Welcome to ☕️ 𝗕𝗶𝘁𝗲𝘀𝗶𝘇𝗲 𝗧𝗮𝗹𝗸𝘀 ☕️, designed for A1-A2 learners seeking more challenges! Join Mindy and Joeru as they share casual daily stories, making Mandarin learning fun and relatable. Check our Instagram or Facebook for this week’s key vocabulary!

🔅 Buy us a coffee|贊助我們一杯咖啡
🔅 Leave a comment | 留言給我
🪷 Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Website
🪷 Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Instagram
🪷 Learn Chinese with us | 跟我們學中文



Powered by Firstory Hosting
Ep.117 🍰 Bitesize Basics 🍰 CNY Good Wishes for the Year of Snake27 Jan 202500:04:52

Welcome to the 🍰 𝗕𝗶𝘁𝗲𝘀𝗶𝘇𝗲 𝗕𝗮𝘀𝗶𝗰𝘀 🍰 series, tailor-made for beginners! Replay this episode until you’ve memorized the key sentence. Don't forget to visit our Instagram or Facebook pages for this week's key phrase!

🧋 𝗞𝗲𝘆 𝗦𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲: 蛇年行大運!(Shé nián xíng dà yùn!)

🔅 Buy us a coffee|贊助我們一杯咖啡
🔅 Leave a comment | 留言給我
🪷 Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Website
🪷 Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Instagram
🪷 Learn Chinese with us | 跟我們學中文



Powered by Firstory Hosting
Ep.116 傳統與現代的過年方式 🎉🧧 Traditional vs. Modern Chinese New Year Celebrations!20 Jan 202500:08:16

Join Mindy and Joeru in Ep.116 as they dive into how Chinese New Year is celebrated in Taiwan today. 🎊🧧 They explore a mix of timeless traditions like family reunions and festive meals alongside modern trends such as traveling and sharing celebrations on social media. Discover how Taiwan beautifully blends the old with the new to create memorable Lunar New Year experiences. ✨📖

🔅 Buy us a coffee|贊助我們一杯咖啡
🔅 Leave a comment | 留言給我
🪷 Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Website
🪷 Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Instagram
🪷 Learn Chinese with us | 跟我們學中文



Powered by Firstory Hosting
Ep.115 🍰 Bitesize Basics 🍰 10 CNY Lucky Foods20 Jan 202500:06:06

Welcome to the 🍰 𝗕𝗶𝘁𝗲𝘀𝗶𝘇𝗲 𝗕𝗮𝘀𝗶𝗰𝘀 🍰 series, tailor-made for beginners! Replay this episode until you’ve memorized the key sentence. Don't forget to visit our Instagram or Facebook pages for this week's key phrase!

🧋 𝗞𝗲𝘆 𝗦𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲: 過年要吃什麼?(Guònián yào chī shénme?)

🔅 Buy us a coffee|贊助我們一杯咖啡
🔅 Leave a comment | 留言給我
🪷 Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Website
🪷 Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Instagram
🪷 Learn Chinese with us | 跟我們學中文



Powered by Firstory Hosting
Ep.114 ☕️ Bitesize Talks ☕️ Special Pets 特別的寵物13 Jan 202500:04:48

Welcome to ☕️ 𝗕𝗶𝘁𝗲𝘀𝗶𝘇𝗲 𝗧𝗮𝗹𝗸𝘀 ☕️, designed for A1-A2 learners seeking more challenges! Join Mindy and Joeru as they share casual daily stories, making Mandarin learning fun and relatable. Check our Instagram or Facebook for this week’s key vocabulary!

🔅 Buy us a coffee|贊助我們一杯咖啡
🔅 Leave a comment | 留言給我
🪷 Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Website
🪷 Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Instagram
🪷 Learn Chinese with us | 跟我們學中文



Powered by Firstory Hosting
Ep.113 🍰 Bitesize Basics 🍰 2 Essential Usages of 可以13 Jan 202500:05:42

Welcome to the 🍰 𝗕𝗶𝘁𝗲𝘀𝗶𝘇𝗲 𝗕𝗮𝘀𝗶𝗰𝘀 🍰 series, tailor-made for beginners! Replay this episode until you’ve memorized the key sentence. Don't forget to visit our Instagram or Facebook pages for this week's key phrase!

🧋 𝗞𝗲𝘆 𝗦𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲: 圖書館不可以吃東西。(Túshūguǎn bù kěyǐ chī dōngxī。)

🔅 Buy us a coffee|贊助我們一杯咖啡
🔅 Leave a comment | 留言給我
🪷 Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Website
🪷 Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Instagram
🪷 Learn Chinese with us | 跟我們學中文



Powered by Firstory Hosting
Ep.112 你也有「收假症候群」嗎? 😥🦋 What to Do When Post-Vacation Blues Catch You?06 Jan 202500:09:59

Feeling stressed after a holiday? Join Mindy and Joeru as they explore “Post-Vacation Syndrome”! 💼📚 Learn what it is, why it happens, and how to recognize its symptoms. Discover 5 ways to overcome the blues and smoothly return to work or school. Tune in for tips to stay positive after your holidays! 🎙️✨

Episode Outline:

  • What is “收假症候群”?
  • Why Do We Experience It?
  • What Does It Feel Like?
  • 5 Tips to Improve!


🔅 Buy us a coffee|贊助我們一杯咖啡
🔅 Leave a comment | 留言給我
🪷 Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Website
🪷 Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Instagram
🪷 Learn Chinese with us | 跟我們學中文



Powered by Firstory Hosting
Ep.111 🍰 Bitesize Basics 🍰 10 Common Leisure Activities06 Jan 202500:06:06

Welcome to the 🍰 𝗕𝗶𝘁𝗲𝘀𝗶𝘇𝗲 𝗕𝗮𝘀𝗶𝗰𝘀 🍰 series, tailor-made for beginners! Replay this episode until you’ve memorized the key sentence. Don't forget to visit our Instagram or Facebook pages for this week's key phrase!

🧋 𝗞𝗲𝘆 𝗦𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲: 她常常滑手機。(Tā chángcháng huá shǒujī。)

🔅 Buy us a coffee|贊助我們一杯咖啡
🔅 Leave a comment | 留言給我
🪷 Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Website
🪷 Bitesize Chinese 一口中文 Instagram
🪷 Learn Chinese with us | 跟我們學中文



Powered by Firstory Hosting
© My Podcast Data · Independent project · Data from Apple & Spotify