Takeaway Chinese

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• Special: How to say "speechless 无语" in Chinese? 12.06.2026 1мин

  In this special episode of Takeaway Chinese, we're going to learn how to say "speechless" in Chinese.
• Special: How to say "exhausted 力竭" in Chinese? 09.06.2026 1мин

  In this special episode of Takeaway Chinese, we're going to learn how to say "exhausted" in Chinese.
• It's Gaokao time - Choosing your career path 高考季：选择你的职业道路 08.06.2026 30мин

  This year, China's national college entrance examination is underway. It marks a major milestone, as students begin to decide on different career paths and areas of specialization. In this episode of Takeaway Chinese, we explore the professions people pursue today — and take a look back at the imperial examination system in ancient China. On the show: Niuniu & Steve. (08:43) What were the imperial exams like in ancient China? (16:58) Education systems in China today.
• Special: How to say "ridiculous 离谱" in Chinese? 05.06.2026 1мин

  In this special episode of Takeaway Chinese, we're going to learn how to say "ridiculous" in Chinese.
• Weird... but it works | The China Code Ep.5 02.06.2026 3мин

  Welcome to The China Code, where every two weeks we break down a trending Chinese internet buzzword. Today's phrase: 邪修 (xié xiū). Have you ever seen someone solve a problem in a way that looks completely wrong… but somehow works perfectly? In China, young people call this 邪修 (xié xiū) – unconventional shortcuts that break the "normal rules" but still get the job done. So why are people so obsessed with these strange little life hacks? Let's dive in. CONTACT THE TEAM We'd love to hear your feedback or suggestions for future buzzwords! Email: crilearnchinese@gmail.com Facebook: @crilearnchinese TikTok: @takeaway.chinese
• Children's Day special: Classic tales Chinese children grow up with 重温中国孩子的童年经典 01.06.2026 30мин

  What stories do you remember from your childhood? Maybe they were magical fairy tales, comforting bedtime stories, or folk tales that someone in your family told you over and over until you knew them by heart. No matter where we grow up, stories are often one of the first ways we learn about courage, kindness, honesty, and imagination. In this episode of Takeaway Chinese, we explore two beloved tales that generations of Chinese children have grown up with. On the show: Fei Fei & Steve. (07:26) The story of Ne Zha. (15:44) The story of Mulan.
• Special: How to say "abstract 抽象" in Chinese? 29.05.2026 1мин

  In this special episode of Takeaway Chinese, we're going to learn how to say "abstract" in Chinese.
• Special: How to say "inspiration 灵感" in Chinese? 26.05.2026 1мин

  In this special episode of Takeaway Chinese, we're going to learn how to say "inspiration" in Chinese.
• From improv comedy to perler beads: Exploring China's new generation of hobbies 一起聊聊年轻人喜爱的新潮流 25.05.2026 28мин

  In this episode of Takeaway Chinese, Niuniu and Steve continue to discuss some of the most common hobbies shared by young people in China. From improv comedy and mystery role-playing party games, to playing with colorful plastic beads, tune in and discover these fun new trends with us! (04:25) Niuniu and Steve had their first improv show? (15:51) What is an "输出型爱好" (output-based hobby)?
• Special: How to say "manage one's health 调理" in Chinese? 22.05.2026 1мин

  In this special episode of Takeaway Chinese, we're going to learn how to say "manage one's health" in Chinese.
• When "Perfect" Stops Feeling Perfect | The China Code Ep.4 19.05.2026 4мин

  Welcome to The China Code, where every two weeks we break down a trending Chinese internet buzzword. Today's phrase: 祛魅 （qū mèi） – stripping away the "filter" and seeing the truth underneath. Have you ever finally gotten something you deeply wanted – only to realize it felt… more ordinary than you imagined? In China, more and more young people are using the word 祛魅 to describe that moment when the filter comes off and reality comes into focus. Let's talk about why people are "demystifying" the modern dream, and what happens when we stop chasing the fantasy and start seeing things as they really are. CONTACT THE TEAM We'd love to hear your feedback or suggestions for future buzzwords! Email: crilearnchinese@gmail.com Facebook: @crilearnchinese TikTok: @takeaway.chinese
• Trending hobbies among young people in China 中国年轻人的热门爱好有哪些？ 19.05.2026 28мин

  What's your favorite hobby – music, travel, or something else? In this episode of Takeaway Chinese, you'll discover some of the trendiest hobbies among young people in China right now! Join us to learn useful expressions, fun cultural insights, and everyday vocabulary! On the show: Niu Honglin & Steve. (02:22) Describe your hobbies in Chinese. (12:36) What are some trending hobbies in China?
• Special: How to say "health preservation 养生" in Chinese? 15.05.2026 1мин

  In this special episode of Takeaway Chinese, we're going to learn how to say "health preservation" in Chinese.
• Special: How to say "special edition 特辑" in Chinese? 12.05.2026 1мин

  In this special episode of Takeaway Chinese, we're going to learn how to say "special edition" in Chinese.
• How to say someone is smart… or silly in Chinese? “聪明”vs“笨”：中文里不止一种说法 11.05.2026 28мин

  In Chinese, intelligence isn't just about IQ. Someone can be 聪明 (smart), 机灵 (clever), 精明 (shrewd), or even 大智若愚 (great wisdom under the guise of folly) — and each word reveals a different way Chinese speakers think about wisdom, personality, and social behavior. In our new episode of Takeaway Chinese, we're exploring how Chinese speakers describe smart, clever, silly, goofy, and everything in between. (02:08) Different ways to say "smart" in Chinese (11:24) Calling your partner "dumb" in Chinese can actually sound romantic?
• Special: How to say "save 拯救" in Chinese? 08.05.2026 1мин

  In this special episode of Takeaway Chinese, we're going to learn how to say "save" in Chinese.
• Chasing Perfect… or Choosing Real? | The China Code Ep.3 05.05.2026 3мин

  Welcome to The China Code, where every two weeks we break down a trending Chinese internet buzzword. Today's phrase: 活人感 (huó rén gǎn) – the feeling of a living human or the sense of a real person. Have you ever looked at a flawless post – and felt… nothing? 活人感 is the opposite of that feeling. It's the sense that there's a real, living person behind the screen – the kind of raw, unfiltered presence that makes you pause and think: this feels real. In a world of curated content and AI-generated interactions, why does this feeling matter so much – and why are people starting to seek it out? Let's explore what "real" really means – and why it's becoming more valuable than ever. CONTACT THE TEAM We'd love to hear your feedback or suggestions for future buzzwords! Email: crilearnchinese@gmail.com Facebook: @crilearnchinese TikTok: @takeaway.chinese
• China code: Trending phenomena decoded 解码中文：解锁最新热词 04.05.2026 34мин

  Chinese is evolving fast – and so is the slang! From viral catchphrases to internet buzzwords, we're breaking down the trendiest expressions people are using right now. Sound more natural, more local, and way more in the know. Tune in to Takeaway Chinese and upgrade your Chinese today! (07:40) 开团秒跟 - Someone takes the lead, others immediately copy or join. (15:50) 活人感 - A sense of being a real, living person.
• Special: How to say "fake 假冒" in Chinese? 01.05.2026 1мин

  In this special episode of Takeaway Chinese, we're going to learn how to say "fake" in Chinese.
• Special: How to say "court 法庭" in Chinese? 28.04.2026 1мин

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