Learn Chinese (Mandarin) by watching our Top 10 recommended videos from around the web for learning the Chinese language.
This lesson is part of the chapter “Learning Chinese (Mandarin)“.
1. Learn Basic Mandarin
DayOne Mandarin is a free online learning session combining video tutorials with an array of interactive exercises designed to teach users what they need to communicate on the first day in China. The complete course is available on the official site.
Created by Fluenz.com
Playlist Available at Fluenz.com
2. ABCs of Chinese Intro Videos
All 100,000 Chinese characters are merely different combinations of 400 simple pictographs and ideographs, claims the ABCs of Chinese. In order to rapidly learn Chinese characters and successfully retain them, the secret is to first thoroughly master these 400 basic pictographic components! Their radical approach called (“部首”, ha ha) helps the user to quickly master endless number of Chinese characters.
Created by AbcOfChinese.com
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3. Happy Chinese
An entertaining Chinese TV series, with English and Chinese subtitles, aimed at advanced learners of the language. However, beginners and those with limited knowledge of Chinese will also be able to pick up a lot from the show, not least because of the subtitles, but because there are regular fun and engaging vocabulary, phrasal and grammar review points which cover all the basics that even the complete beginner would be learning in the first few chapters of a study book. This series has something for everyone.
Created by CCTV4
Playlist
- Happy Chinese, Episode 1, The Guest from Afar
- Happy Chinese, Episode 2, An Image Issue
- Happy Chinese, Episode 3, Dumplings
- Happy Chinese, Episode 4, Breakfast
- Happy Chinese, Episode 5, An Enthusiastic Person
- Happy Chinese, Episode 6, Chinese Hamburgers
- Happy Chinese, Episode 7, I Love Beijing Opera
- Happy Chinese, Episode 8, Spring is coming
- Happy Chinese, Episode 9, Beijing Duck
- Happy Chinese, Episode 10, Dinner
- Happy Chinese, Episode 11, Making Plans
- Happy Chinese, Episode 12, Independence Day
4. Learning Chinese is Fun!
“Learning Chinese is Fun” is an interactive language instructional series designed to educate and entertain. Through the use of dazzling visual effects and creative story telling, “Learning Chinese is Fun” is true to its name. This series goes far beyond just language instruction, it also educates children on Chinese history, legends, and the traditional culture that makes up over 5,000 years of Chinese civilization.
Created by NTDTV
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5. Learn the Chinese Language with Emma
Learn hello, how are you, I am very good, thank you, you’re welcome, and Good-bye in Chinese with Emma! Emma is a bright young lady who will guide you trough the troubles of learning Mandarin!
Created by Learn Chinese with Emma
Playlist
- Basic Greetings in Mandarin Chinese: Hello, How Are You, Thank you, Good-bye etc.
- Telling Time in Mandarin Chinese: Learn Asking and Telling Time in Chinese!
- Learn Food in Mandarin Chinese: Hamburger, Pizza, Sandwich, Dumplings, Egg Rolls, etc.
- Learn Body Parts in Mandarin Chinese! Head, eyes, nose, mouth, shoulders, etc.
- Learn numbers from one to ten (1 to 10) in Mandarin Chinese
- Learn Colors in Mandarin Chinese
- Learn Merry Christmas in Mandarin Chinese
- Learn Names of Popular Flowers and “Happy Valentine’s Day” in Mandarin Chinese
- Learn how to ask and answer different Jobs in Mandarin Chinese: teacher, student, doctor, etc.
- Learn Mandarin Pinyin: Initials b.p.m.f etc.
- Learn Names of Family Members in Mandarin Chinese: Dad, Mom, Grandparents, etc.
- Learn Pinyin Tones: First Tone, Second Tone, Third Tone, Fourth Tone, and Neutral Tone
- Learn Emotions in Mandarin Chinese: Happy, Mad, Sad, Excited, & Don’t Know
- Overview/Introduction of Hanyu Pinyin: the Chinese Pronunciation System
- Learn Mandarin Pinyin: Compound Finals and Nasal Finals
- Different ways to answer “How are you?” in Mandarin Chinese
- Learn the Six Pinyin Sample Finals/ Vowels: a e i o ü
- Chinese House/Apartment Tour
- Learn Spring, Spring Break, Spring Festival/Chinese New Year, Spring Rolls in Mandarin Chinese
- Learn How to Introduce Yourself in Mandarin Chinese
- Learn Different Weather in Mandarin Chinese
- Learn How to Say Pumpkin in Mandarin Chinese and Visit a Local Pumpkin Patch
- Learn Seasons in Mandarin Chinese: Spring, Summer, Fall, and Winter
- Learn How to Say “Happy Thanksgiving” and Thanksgiving Related Terms in Chinese
- Learn Nationalities in Mandarin Chinese
- Greeting from Xue Laoshi – Greeting in Mandarin Chinese
- Learn Chinese-American Organizations and cultural opportunities in Oklahoma
- Learn about OU Football in Mandarin Chinese: Sooners, slogan, color, history, etc.
- Watch Olympics and Learn Sports in Mandarin Chinese: Basketball, Football, PingPong, Swimming, etc.
- Learn Names of All the States in America in Mandarin Chinese: California, Texas, Florida, etc.
- Learn about Oklahoma in Mandarin Chinese : OKC Thunder Basketball, OU football, Tornadoes, etc.
- Learn Names of Universities in Oklahoma: University of Oklahoma (OU), OSU, UCO, &TU
- Learn How to say “Happy Father’s Day” and “I Love You, Dad” in Mandarin Chinese!
- Learn how to say “long time no see” & “I miss you” in Mandarian Chinese
6. Learn Chinese in a Minute
This series of short videos teaches the basics of the Chinese language in an effortless and entertaining way. The brief lessons focus on specific issues, aiming to cover the basics of Chinese!
Created by radio86.com
Playlist
- Learn Chinese in a minute: Furniture
- Learn Chinese in a minute: Food names
- Learn Chinese in a minute: Numbers 1-10
- Learn Chinese in a minute: Numbers 11-19
- Learn Chinese in a minute: Numbers 20-100
- Learn Chinese in a minute: It’s nice to meet you.
- Learn Chinese in a minute: Good morning! Good evening!
- Learn Chinese in a minute: Western food
- Learn Chinese in a minute: Beverages
- Learn Chinese in a minute: Pronouns
- Learn Chinese in a minute: Tea
- Learn Chinese in a minute: Greetings for special occasions
- Learn Chinese in a minute: Colors
- Learn Chinese in a minute: Chinese currency
- Learn Chinese in a minute: Members of the family
- Learn Chinese in a minute: Telling time
- Learn Chinese in a minute: Furniture
- Learn Chinese in a minute: Thank you
- Learn Chinese in a minute: Goodbye and Goodnight!
- Learn Chinese in a minute: What’s your name?
- Learn Chinese in a minute: Body parts
- Learn Chinese in a minute: How are you?
- Learn Chinese in a minute: Which country are you from?
- Learn Chinese in a minute: Head and Face
- Learn Chinese in a minute: The Days of The Week
- Learn Chinese in a minute: Hello!
- Learn Chinese in a minute: Nationalities
- Learn Chinese in a minute: Appliances
- Learn Chinese in a minute: Vegetables
- Learn Chinese in a minute: Transportation part 1
- Learn Chinese in a minute: Transportation part 2
7. Fun Fun Elmo: A Mandarin Language Learning Program
You cannot ignore Elmo – even if he speaks Chinese! Sesame Workshop’s developing Chinese Culture and Language series “Fun Fun Elmo” will not only cater to the vast populations of Chinese communities, but will also encourage Chinese cultural appreciation and exchange, using locally developed content from China. “Fun Fun Elmo” introduces viewers to the Mandarin language through animation and live action films. Each episode introduces a Chinese tone, word, and stroke order for writing characters.
Created by PBS, SesameStreet
Playlist
- Sesame Street: Fun Fun Elmo – Episode 1
- Sesame Street: Fun Fun Elmo – Episode 2
- Sesame Street: Fun Fun Elmo – Episode 3
- Sesame Street: Fun Fun Elmo – Episode 4
- Sesame Street: Fun Fun Elmo – Episode 5
- Sesame Street: Fun Fun Elmo – Episode 6
- Sesame Street: Fun Fun Elmo – Episode 7
- Sesame Street: Fun Fun Elmo – Episode 8
- Sesame Street: Fun Fun Elmo – Episode 9
- Sesame Street: Fun Fun Elmo – Episode 10
- Sesame Street: Fun Fun Elmo – Episode 11
- Sesame Street: Fun Fun Elmo – Episode 12
- Sesame Street: Fun Fun Elmo – Episode 13
- Sesame Street: Fun Fun Elmo – Episode 14
- Sesame Street: Fun Fun Elmo – Episode 15
- Sesame Street: Fun Fun Elmo – Episode 16
- Sesame Street: Fun Fun Elmo – Episode 17
- Sesame Street: Fun Fun Elmo – Episode 18
- Sesame Street: Fun Fun Elmo – Episode 19
- Sesame Street: Fun Fun Elmo – Episode 20
- Sesame Street: Fun Fun Elmo – Episode 21
- Sesame Street: Fun Fun Elmo – Episode 22
- Sesame Street: Fun Fun Elmo – Episode 23
- Sesame Street: Fun Fun Elmo – Episode 24
- Sesame Street: Fun Fun Elmo – Episode 25
- Sesame Street: Fun Fun Elmo – Episode 26
8. Learn Chinese with Video
This course is completely in Chinese, so it’s rather aimed at intermediate learners. It teaches you basic Chinese vocabulary as well as the spelling and pronunciation of common Chinese words and phrases.
Created by Chineseclass101.com
Playlist
- Learn Chinese with Video – Common Animals
- Learn Chinese with Video – Daily Activities 2
- Learn Chinese with Video – Daily Activities 3
- Learn Chinese with Video – Insects 2
- Learn Chinese with Video – Australian Animals
- Learn Chinese with Video – Talking About Your Daily Routine
- Learn Chinese with Video – Relaxing in the Evening
- Learn Chinese with Video – Top 20 Chinese Verbs 1
- Learn Chinese with Video – Top 20 Chinese Verbs 2
- Learn Chinese with Video – Top 20 Chinese Verbs 3
- Learn Chinese with Video – Top 20 Chinese Verbs 4
- Learn Chinese with Video – Getting Around Using Chinese
- Learn Chinese with Video – Chinese Expressions and Words for the Classroom 1
- Learn Chinese with Video – Chinese Expressions and Words for the Classroom 2
- Learn Chinese with Video – Talking Technology in Chinese
- Learn Chinese with Video – Learning Through Opposites 1
- Learn Chinese with Video – Learning Through Opposites 2
- Learn Chinese with Video – Learning Through Opposites 3
- Learn Chinese with Video – Learning Through Opposites 4
- Learn Chinese with Video – Staying Fit with Chinese Exercises
- Learn Chinese with Video – Talk About Hobbies in Chinese
- Learn Chinese with Video – Chinese Expressions That Help with the Housework 1
- Learn Chinese with Video – Chinese Expressions That Help with the Housework 2
- Learn Chinese with Video – Chinese Words for the Workplace
- Learn Chinese with Video – Don’t Shop in Chinese Without These Words
- Learn Chinese with Video – Chinese Recipes for Fluency
- Learn Chinese with Video – Get Dressed — and Undressed — with Chinese
9. Learn Chinese – Chinese For Beginners
A brief course designed for first-timers, presented by a native teacher in a leasurely manner. Ideal for beginners and learners with a basic understanding of Chinese.
Created by Mawuood Academy
Playlist
- Chinese Beginners Tutorial: Learn Chinese
- Chinese Beginners Tutorial: Greetings
- Chinese Beginners Tutorial: Chinese Numbers
- Chinese Beginners Tutorial: How to ask in Chinese
- Chinese Beginners Tutorial: Do you speak Chinese?
- Chinese Beginners Tutorial: Get up, Part 1
- Chinese Beginners Tutorial: Get up, Part 2
- Chinese Beginners Tutorial: Chinese relatives
- Chinese Beginners Tutorial: Are you ill?
- Chinese Beginners Tutorial: Let’s go out
- Chinese Beginners Tutorial: Eating phrases, Part 1
- Chinese Beginners Tutorial: Eating phrases, Part 2
- Chinese Beginners Tutorial: Basic Expressions, Part 1
- Chinese Beginners Tutorial: Basic Expressions, Part 2
- Chinese Beginners Tutorial: Basic Expressions, Part 3
- Chinese Beginners Tutorial: Basic Expressions, Part 4
- Chinese Beginners Tutorial: Colours in Chinese, Part 1
- Chinese Beginners Tutorial: Colours in Chinese, Part 2
- Chinese Beginners Tutorial: Jobs in Chinese, Part 1
- Chinese Beginners Tutorial: Jobs in Chinese, Part 2
- Chinese Beginners Tutorial: Jobs in Chinese, Part 3
- Chinese Beginners Tutorial: Jobs in Chinese, Part 4
- Chinese Beginners Tutorial: Jobs in Chinese, Part 5
- Chinese Beginners Tutorial: Jobs in Chinese, Part 6
- Chinese Beginners Tutorial: Jobs in Chinese, Part 7
- Chinese Beginners Tutorial: Jobs in Chinese, Part 8
- Chinese Beginners Tutorial: Jobs in Chinese, Part 9
- Chinese Beginners Tutorial: Jobs in Chinese, Part 10
- Chinese Beginners Tutorial: Jobs in Chinese, Part 11
- Chinese Beginners Tutorial: Colours, Part 2
- Chinese Beginners Tutorial: Human body, Part 1
- Chinese Beginners Tutorial: Human body, Part 2
- Chinese Beginners Tutorial: Human body, Part 3
- Chinese Beginners Tutorial: Human body, Part 4
- Chinese Beginners Tutorial: Human body, Part 5
- Chinese Beginners Tutorial: How to tell the date in Chinese, Part 1
- Chinese Beginners Tutorial: How to tell the date in Chinese, Part 2
- Chinese Beginners Tutorial: Familiy in Chinese, Part 1
- Chinese Beginners Tutorial: Familiy in Chinese, Part 2
- Chinese Beginners Tutorial: Familiy in Chinese, Part 3
- Chinese Beginners Tutorial: Animals names, Part 1
- Chinese Beginners Tutorial: Animals names, Part 2
- Chinese Beginners Tutorial: Animals names, Part 3
- Chinese Beginners Tutorial: Fruits names, Part 1
- Chinese Beginners Tutorial: Fruits names, Part 2
- Chinese Beginners Tutorial: House vocabulary, Part 1
- Chinese Beginners Tutorial: House vocabulary, Part 2
- Chinese Beginners Tutorial: House vocabulary, Part 3
- Chinese Beginners Tutorial: House vocabulary, Part 4
- Chinese Beginners Tutorial: House vocabulary, Part 5
- Chinese Beginners Tutorial: House vocabulary, Part 6
- Chinese Beginners Tutorial: House vocabulary, Part 7
- Chinese Beginners Tutorial: House vocabulary, Part 8
- Chinese Beginners Tutorial: House vocabulary, Part 9
- Chinese Beginners Tutorial: School vocabulary, Part 1
- Chinese Beginners Tutorial: School vocabulary, Part 2
- Chinese Beginners Tutorial: School vocabulary, Part 3
- Chinese Beginners Tutorial: School vocabulary, Part 4
- Chinese Beginners Tutorial: School vocabulary, Part 5
- Chinese Beginners Tutorial: School vocabulary, Part 6
- Chinese Beginners Tutorial: Seasons and Directions
- Chinese Beginners Tutorial: The Months of the Year in Chinese
- Chinese Beginners Tutorial: The days of the week in Chinese
10. Learn a Chinese Phrase
What does it mean to “blow cow hide” in Chinese? This, and many other questions are answered by Wayne State University’s amazing student program, dedicated to untangling complex Chinese phrases. Must see for beginners and advanced learners alike!
Created by Wayne State University
Playlist
- Learn A Chinese Phrase: “Blowing the Cow Hide”
- Learn A Chinese Phrase: “Glasses Fell Off”
- Learn A Chinese Phrase: “Walls Have Ears”
- Learn A Chinese Phrase: “Good Talk Bad Talk”
- Learn A Chinese Phrase: “Eat Vinegar”
- Learn A Chinese Phrase: “Person on Top of Your Heart”
- Learn A Chinese Phrase: “Lose 3 Forget 4”
- Learn A Chinese Phrase: “Hanging Someone’s Appetite”
- Learn A Chinese Phrase: “Wickedly Created Drama”
- Learn A Chinese Phrase: “Inside Cloud Inside Fog”
Extra: Learn Chinese Pinyin
This series tackles the very basics of Mandarin, starting with the essentials of Pinyin. A must for every beginner!
Created by LearnHowToChinese
Playlist
- Learn Chinese Pinyin – Introduction to Pinyin
- Learn Chinese Pinyin – Menu
- Learn Chinese Pinyin – How to learn & speak Mandarin Chinese
- Learn Chinese Pinyin – Introduction to Pinyin
- Learn Chinese Pinyin – How to pronounce 21 initials
- Learn Chinese Pinyin – Pronunciation Lesson 1 – Initials b, p, m, f
- Chinese Pinyin Quiz (after pinyin practice) – initials b, p, m, f
- Learn Chinese Pinyin – Pronunciation Lesson 2 – Initials d, t, n, l
- Chinese Pinyin Quiz (after pinyin practice) – initials d, t, n, l
- Learn Chinese Pinyin – Pronunciation Lesson 3 – Initials g,k,h
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