Episodes

  • Talking about Sports in Chinese 运动相关的中文表达
    Nov 10 2025
    In this episode, we're getting sporty! We'll explore China's National Games and pick up a few handy Chinese sports expressions along the way. On the show: Niu Honglin & Steve. (03:10) Learn useful sports vocabulary. (07:04) Get to know China's National Games.
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    28 mins
  • Special: How to say "age 年纪" in Chinese?
    Nov 7 2025

    In this special episode of Takeaway Chinese, we're going to learn how to say "age" in Chinese.

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    1 min
  • Special: How to say "rust 生锈" in Chinese?
    Nov 4 2025

    In this special episode of Takeaway Chinese, we're going to learn how to say "rust" in Chinese.

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    1 min
  • Inside the media world: words, stories, and reflections 走进媒体世界:学中文,了解主持人的台前幕后
    Nov 3 2025
    How do you get your news — from newspapers, TV, or probably short videos on social media? In today's episode, we'll explore how media and communication have evolved over time — and learn some useful Chinese words along the way! Later in the show, Niuniu and Steve will share their own experiences and reflections from working in the media industry. (04:15) Learn key media-related Chinese expressions. (15:09) Niuniu and Steve's stories from behind the scenes in the media world.
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    33 mins
  • Special: How to say "expense 开销" in Chinese?
    Oct 31 2025

    In this special episode of Takeaway Chinese, we're going to learn how to say "expense" in Chinese.

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    1 min
  • Special: How to say "tacit understanding 默契" in Chinese?
    Oct 28 2025

    In this special episode of Takeaway Chinese, we're going to learn how to say "tacit understanding" in Chinese.

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    1 min
  • Celebrating the Double Ninth Festival: Honoring the elderly in Chinese culture 敬老爱老迎重阳
    Oct 27 2025
    Climb high, admire the beauty of chrysanthemums, and celebrate longevity — it's 重阳节 (Chóngyáng Jié), the Double Ninth Festival! In this week's episode of Takeaway Chinese, let's explore this ancient festival together and learn useful vocabulary related to senior people. On the show: Niu Honglin & Steve. (03:52) Learn words related to senior people. (06:14) Explore the Double Ninth Festival.
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    28 mins
  • Special: How to say "childhood 童年" in Chinese?
    Oct 24 2025

    In this special episode of Takeaway Chinese, we're going to learn how to say "childhood" in Chinese.

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    1 min