Intermediate Mandarin Chinese

This intermediate-level Mandarin course combines practical conversation skills with cultural understanding. Designed for learners who have mastered the basics, it covers essential real-life scenarios including making plans, healthcare situations, workplace conversations, travel arrangements, and daily activities. The course integrates Chinese cultural context throughout its lessons, helping students understand both language and customs. From traditional festivals to modern business practices, learners gain insight into Chinese civilization while developing their language skills. Students learn not just what to say, but when and how to say it appropriately in different social contexts. Through dialogue practice, vocabulary building, and comprehension exercises, learners develop practical communication skills. Short stories provide opportunities to practice new vocabulary while learning about Chinese society, while cultural insights help students navigate social situations effectively. The course progresses naturally from simpler to more complex topics, allowing students to build confidence steadily. Suitable for those learning for business, travel, or personal interest, the course focuses on developing practical communication abilities while fostering understanding of Chinese culture and society. Regular practice exercises reinforce learning, while cultural content provides context for language use. The course serves intermediate learners looking to advance their Mandarin proficiency beyond basic phrases. By combining language instruction with cultural knowledge, it prepares students for meaningful interactions in Chinese-speaking environments.