Takeaway Chinese

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

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

Are you familiar with any traditional Chinese musical instruments? In this episode of Takeaway Chinese, we explore how they intertwine with their Western counterparts. From delicate harmonies to bold collaborations, the fusion of Chinese and Western musical elements creates a mesmerizing symphony of cultural exchange.

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

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

Have you ever wondered how the Forbidden City compares to Versailles? In this episode of Takeaway Chinese, we explore the fascinating contrasts between Chinese and Western architectural wonders and leave you with a newfound appreciation for the diverse beauty of global architecture.

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

Chinese art has evolved along its own unique path compared to Western art, yet intriguingly, they do share numerous similarities! In this episode of Takeaway Chinese, let's start the discussion by comparing two painting styles: traditional Chinese painting and watercolor painting.

A: Nǐ jīntiān kànqǐlái hěn gāoxìng a! 你今天看起来很高兴啊！ You seem very happy today! B: Duì! Wǒ shàngzhōu zài lùbiān jiǎn le yīgēn shùzhī, jīntiān zǎoshang jūrán kāihuā le! 对！我上周在路边捡了一根树枝，今天早上居然开花了！ Yes! I picked up a branch on the roadside last week, and it bloomed this morning! A: Guàibude nǐ xīnqíng zhème hǎo. 怪不得你心情这么好。 No wonder you’re in such a good mood. B: Shì a. Wǒ běnlái zhǐshì xiǎng nálái dāng zhuāngshì, méixiǎngdào jìngrán hái huì kāihuā! 是啊。我本来只是想拿来当装饰，没想到竟然还会开花！ Yeah. I only intended to use it as decoration, but I didn't expect it to flower!

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

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

A: Zěnme hái bù shuìjiào? 怎么还不睡觉？ Why are you not sleeping? B: Wǒ zhèngzài zhuī de wǔxiá xiǎoshuō gēngxīn le, gāngcái zài kàn xiǎoshuō. 我正在追的武侠小说更新了，刚才在看小说。 The martial arts novel I'm following just updated. I was reading it just now. A: Wánjié le ma? 完结了吗？ Is the book finished? B: Hái méi, cái xiě dào yībàn. Dàn shūli miáoxiě de jiānghú fēicháng kù. 还没，才写到一半。但书里描写的江湖非常酷。 Not yet, only halfway through. But the depiction of the world in the book is very cool.

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

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

A: Nǐ zài tiàowǔ ma? 你在跳舞吗？ Are you dancing? B: Bù shì, zhè jiào bāduànjǐn, shì yītào jiànshēn gōngfǎ. 不是，这叫八段锦，是一套健身功法。 No, this is called Baduanjin. It’s a set of qigong exercises. A: Liànxí tā yǒu shénme hǎochù ma? 练习它有什么好处吗？ What are the benefits of practicing it? B: Zhǔyào shì néng cùjìn qìxuè xúnhuán, qiángshēn jiàntǐ, suǒyǐ wǒ jīhū měitiān dōu liàn. 主要是能促进气血循环，强身健体，所以我几乎每天都练。 It mainly promotes the circulation of vital energy and blood and strengthens the body, so I practice almost every day. A: Yǒu zhème shénqí ma? Yàobù nǐ yě jiāojiao wǒ ba? 有这么神奇吗？要不你也教教我吧？ Is it that amazing? Why don't you teach me?

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

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

A: Wǒ zuìjìn mí shàng le Zhōngguó gōngfu, tài sà le! 我最近迷上了中国功夫，太飒了！ I have become obsessed with Chinese kung fu. It is so cool! B: Nà wǒ dài nǐ qù shàolínsì tǐyàn yīxià ba! 那我带你去少林寺体验一下吧！ Then let me take you to Shaolin Temple for some real kung fu! A: Zhēnde ma?! Wǒ hái xiǎng qù wǔdāng shān. 真的吗？！我还想去武当山。 Really?! I also want to visit the Wudang Mountains. B: Méi wèntí, zánmen shuō zǒu jiù zǒu, lái yīcì gōngfu zhī lǚ. 没问题，咱们说走就走，来一次功夫之旅。 No problem. Let's start packing and embark on our kung fu journey.

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

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

A: Nàgè lóngxíng huādēng kě zhēn cháng a! 那个龙形花灯可真长啊！ That loong-shaped lantern is really long! B: Shì a, zúzú yǒu yībǎi mǐ cháng ne! 是啊，足足有一百米长呢！ Yes. It's a whopping 100 meters long! A: Tīngshuō guò liǎngtiān hái huì yǒu gèngduō piàoliang de huādēng "shàngxīn". 听说过两天还会有更多漂亮的花灯“上新”。 I heard that there will be more beautiful lanterns making their debut in a few days. B: Nà wǒmen děng yuánxiāo jié wǎnshang zài lái kàn ba! 那我们等元宵节晚上再来看吧！ Then let's come back here on the night of the Lantern Festival to see them again! A: Hǎo a, dào shíhou jiàn! 好啊，到时候见！ Sure, see you then!

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

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

Happy Spring Festival, or the Chinese New Year! As we embrace the Year of the Loong, join Takeaway as we delve into the fascinating world of Chinese zodiac animals. Discover what your zodiac sign reveals about you and unravel the mystique surrounding the loong personality traits.

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

In this special episode of Takeaway Chinese, we're going to learn how to say "Chinese New Year's Eve vigil" in Chinese.

A： Kuài kàn, qúnli yǒurén xúnzhǎo yīqǐ qù Zhōngguó lǚxíng de xiǎo huǒbàn. 快看，群里有人寻找一起去中国旅行的小伙伴。 Look, someone in the group chat is looking for traveling companions to go to China. B： Zhēnde ma? Wǒ xiǎng qù, rúguǒ háinéng tígōng yī tiáo lóng fúwù dehuà jiù hǎo le. 真的吗？我想去，如果还能提供一条龙服务的话就好了。 Really? I'd like to go. It would be great if there's a one-stop service. A： Nà kǒngpà méiyǒu. Dàn rén duō lìliàng dà, wǒmen kěyǐ yīqǐ zuò gōnglüè. 那恐怕没有。但人多力量大，我们可以一起做攻略。 I'm afraid there isn't. But with more people and talented minds, we can plan together. B： Méicuò! Kuàiqù jiēlóng bàomíng. 没错！快去接龙报名。 That's right! Let's sign up for it together.

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

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

A： Xīnnián hǎo! Wǒmen lái gěi nín bàinián le. 新年好！我们来给您拜年了。 Happy New Year! We're here to extend our greetings to you. B： Xīnnián hǎo, kuài qǐng jìn! 新年好，快请进！ Happy New Year! Please come in! A： Nín qiángshang zhè fú zì xiěde lóngfēi fèngwǔ, guà zài zhèlǐ yǒu yīzhǒng huàlóng diǎnjīng zhī miào. 您墙上这幅字写得龙飞凤舞，挂在这里有一种画龙点睛之妙。 The calligraphy on your wall is so striking and graceful. Hanging it here is the crowning touch that lights up the room. B： Zhīyīn a! Zhè shì zhuānmén qǐng péngyou shèjì de. 知音啊！这是专门请朋友设计的。 Great minds think alike! I had a friend who specifically designed it for me. A： Nín de péngyouquān zhēn shì cánglóng wòhǔ. 您的朋友圈真是藏龙卧虎。 Your circle of friends is truly a circle of hidden talents.

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

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

A: Zhège géléipàibǐng suīrán chángqǐlái bù tài zhèngzōng, dàn hái tǐng hǎochī de. 这个格雷派饼虽然尝起来不太正宗，但还挺好吃的。 This galette doesn't taste all that authentic, but it's still quite delicious. B: Hāha, nǐ chīde kě bùshì géléipàibǐng, érshì Zhōngguó de jiānbing! 哈哈，你吃的可不是格雷派饼，而是中国的煎饼！ Haha, what you're eating is not a galette; it's Chinese Jianbing! A: Yuánlái rúcǐ, guàibude wǒ gǎnjué chīqǐlái yǒudiǎn bùyīyàng. 原来如此，怪不得我感觉吃起来有点不一样。 I see. No wonder I feel it tastes a bit different. B: Zǒu, wǒ dài nǐ qù chángchang gèngduō dìdao de zhōngcān! 走，我带你去尝尝更多地道的中餐！ Come on, I'll take you to try more authentic Chinese food!

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

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

A: Hēi! Wǒ zhōngyú jiàn dào nǐ le! Huānyíng nǐ lái Fǎguó! 嘿！我终于见到你了！欢迎你来法国！ Hey! I'm finally seeing you! Welcome to France! B: Nǐhǎo… Éi, nǐ zhè shì zài gàn shénme? 你好……诶，你这是在干什么？ Hi… Wait, what are you doing now? A: Zhè shì tiēmiàn lǐ, zài wǒmen zhèr shì yīgè chángjiàn de hé hǎo péngyou dǎ zhāohu de fāngshì! 这是贴面礼，在我们这儿是一个常见的和好朋友打招呼的方式！ This is "la bise," a common way of greeting good friends here! B: Ò, zài Zhōngguó, wǒmen tōngcháng zhǐshì wòshǒu huòzhě yōngbào yīxià. 哦，在中国，我们通常只是握手或者拥抱一下。 Oh, in China, we usually just shake hands or give a hug.

Looking towards the future, China has embarked on a journey that contributes positively to the study of space. In this special episode of Takeaway Chinese, we're going to learn how to say "energy" in Chinese.

By constructing the world's largest clean power-generating system, China has become a prominent catalyst for global clean energy development. In this special episode of Takeaway Chinese, we're going to learn how to say "energy" in Chinese.

A: Wǒ qù Shànghǎi zhǎo wǒ nánpéngyou de shíhou pū le gè kōng. 我去上海找我男朋友的时候扑了个空。 When I went to Shanghai to see my boyfriend, he wasn't there. B: Nǐmen shì yìdì liàn'ài a! 你们是异地恋爱啊！ You guys are in a long-distance relationship! Nà tā qù nǎlǐ le? 那他去哪里了？ So, where did he go? A: Tā zhènghǎo yě lái zhǎo wǒ le! 他正好也来找我了！ He happened to come to see me, too! B: Zhēnde jiǎde? 真的假的？ Really? Wèishénme tūrán xiù'ēn'ài?! 为什么突然秀恩爱？！ Why this sudden display of affection?! Shuāngxiàng bēnfù de àiqíng tài měihǎo le! 双向奔赴的爱情太美好了！ But a love where both put in the effort to be together is simply beautiful!

In today's world, the interests of others must be accommodated while pursuing one's own interests, and common development must be promoted while seeking one's own development. In this special episode of Takeaway Chinese, we're going to learn how to say "win-win" in Chinese.

Over the past years, China has attached great importance to the transformation of its management practices and implemented a range of innovative systems and policies, setting up a variety of platforms aimed at nurturing and attracting talent. In this special episode of Takeaway Chinese, we're going to learn how to say "a place where one can put to use their abilities" in Chinese.

A： Yǐqián wǒ zǒng juéde shēnbiān de "xiǎnyǎn bāo" men ài chū fēngtou, hěn chǎonào. 以前我总觉得身边的“显眼包”们爱出风头，很吵闹。 In the past, I always felt that the "class clowns" around me liked to stand out and were quite noisy. B： Wǒ yě shì! Dàn xiànzài, wǒ zǒngshì huì bèi tāmen de huólì gǎnrǎn. 我也是！但现在，我总是会被他们的活力感染。 Me too! But now, I find myself being infected by their energy. A： Méicuò! Wǒ juéde tāmen jì kě'ài yǒuqù, yòu néng yíngzào huānlè qìfēn. 没错！我觉得他们既可爱有趣，又能营造欢乐气氛。 Exactly! I think they are adorable and amusing, and are good at creating a joyful atmosphere. B： Zhìyí xiǎnyǎn bāo, lǐjiě xiǎnyǎn bāo, chéngwéi xiǎnyǎn bāo. 质疑显眼包，理解显眼包，成为显眼包。 We question the "class clowns," understand the "class clowns" and eventually become the "class clowns."

What does the word "silk" remind you of? In this special episode of Takeaway Chinese, we're going to learn how to use the word "silk" in Chinese.

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Given that the world today is facing unprecedented challenges, it is necessary for nations to take on their due responsibilities and take up the challenges together. In this special episode of Takeaway Chinese, we're going to learn how to use the word "responsibility" in Chinese.

A： Jīnwǎn yǒukòngr ma? 今晚有空儿吗？ Are you free tonight? Wǒ xiǎng qù guàngyīguàng fùjìn de yèshì. 我想去逛一逛附近的夜市。 I want to go for a stroll at the nearby night market. B： Hǎo zhǔyi! 好主意！ Good idea! Wǒ hěn xǐhuan yèshì rènao de fēnwéi, néng gǎnshòu dào nóngnóng de yānhuǒqì! 我很喜欢夜市热闹的氛围，能感受到浓浓的烟火气！ I really enjoy the lively atmosphere of night markets, where I can feel the vibrant energy! A： Shì a, wǒ xǐhuan yèshì shang de xiǎochī hé gèzhǒng shǒugōngyìpǐn. 是啊，我喜欢夜市上的小吃和各种手工艺品。 Yeah, I love the street food and various handicrafts at the night market. B： Wǒ yǐjīng pòbùjídài de xiǎng yào biānchī biānguàng le! 我已经迫不及待地想要边吃边逛了！ I can't wait to eat while browsing around there!

There are plenty of examples where countries join hands and create a positive impact and make the world a better place. In this special episode of Takeaway Chinese, we're going to learn how to use "join hands" in Chinese.

In China, the concept of "天下大同" or "Great Harmony for All Under Heaven" has long been cherished as the ultimate goal for mankind. In this special episode of Takeaway Chinese, we're going to learn how to use "goal" or "aim" in Chinese.

A： Nǐ jiā wūdǐng zěnme kànqǐlái gēn yǐqián bùyīyàng le? 你家屋顶怎么看起来跟以前不一样了？ Why does your roof look different from before? B： Zuìjìn zhuāng shàng le tàiyángnéng bǎn. 最近装上了太阳能板。 I recently installed solar panels. Néng fādiàn, hái huánbǎo! 能发电，还环保！ They can generate electricity and are environmentally friendly! A： Quèshí, zhèyàng néng gènghǎo de lìyòng kōngjiān, hái néng jiǎnshǎo diànfèi kāizhī, jiàngdī tàn páifàng. 确实，这样能更好地利用空间，还能减少电费开支，降低碳排放。 Indeed, it not only makes better use of space but also reduces electricity expenses and lowers carbon emissions. B： Shì a, tīngqǐlái hěn huásuàn. 是啊，听起来很划算。 Yes, it sounds like a cost-effective move.

Culture includes various aspects such as language, literature, art, music, festivals, and even etiquette. In this special episode of Takeaway Chinese, we're going to learn how to use "culture" in Chinese.

Our world today is home to over 8 billion people, and exchanges between different civilizations infuse our world with vitality and paint it in a myriad of colors. In this special episode of Takeaway Chinese, we're going to learn how to use "communicate/exchange" in Chinese.

A: Míngtiān wǒ jiù yào chūfā qù Sānjiāngyuán guójiā gōngyuán la! 明天我就要出发去三江源国家公园啦！ Tomorrow, I'm setting off for the Three-River-Source National Park! B: Tīngshuō nàlǐ yǒu hěnduō zhēnxī dòngwù. 听说那里有很多珍稀动物。 I heard there are many rare animals there. A: Shìde, jùshuō yǒu hěnduō, qízhōng xuěbào shì wǒ zuì xiǎng jiàn dào de! 是的，据说有很多，其中雪豹是我最想见到的！ Yes, it's said that there are a lot. Among them, the snow leopard is the one I want to see the most! B: Yào zhùyì ānquán! 要注意安全！ Be sure to stay safe! Gāoyuán dìqū wēnchā dà, jìde dài shàng bǎonuǎn de yīfu. 高原地区温差大，记得带上保暖的衣服。 There’s a large temperature difference in the plateau area, so remember to bring warm clothes. A: Fàngxīn ba! 放心吧！ Don't worry!

Inherit is not just about receiving something from the past, but also about shaping a brighter future. In this special episode of Takeaway Chinese, we're going to learn how to use this word in Chinese.

Chinese culture has rich traditions that have been cherished for thousands of years. In this special episode of Takeaway Chinese, we're going to learn how to use the word "tradition" in Chinese.

A: Jīntiān mǎi le rénshēng zhōng dì yī liàng chē, hǎo jīdòng! 今天买了人生中第一辆车，好激动! I bought my first car in my life today; I am so excited! B: Wa, zhēnde jiǎde, shì shénme yàng de chē a? 哇，真的假的，是什么样的车啊？ Wow, really? What kind of car? A: Zuì xīnkuǎn de xīn néngyuán qìchē. 最新款的新能源汽车。 It’s a new energy vehicle of the latest version. Xiànzài de chē yuè lái yuè yǒu shèjì gǎn le. 现在的车越来越有设计感了， The new cars are becoming increasingly well-designed; érqiě diànlì qūdòng de chē gǎnjué kāi qǐlái zhēnde hěn bù yīyàng! 而且电力驱动的车感觉开起来真的很不一样！ and it feels really different to drive an electricity-powered car! B: Tīngzhe hěn bùcuò, kěyǐ dài wǒ dōudōu fēng ma, ràng wǒ yě gǎnshòu xià! 听着不错，可以带我兜兜风吗，让我也感受下！ Sounds great! Could you take me for a ride? I wanna feel it too. A: Dāngrán, shàng chē! 当然，上车！ Sure, let’s get in the car!

There is a saying which goes like this: "Life is the flower for which love is the honey." In this special episode of Takeaway Chinese, we're going to learn how to use this word in Chinese.

In this special episode of Takeaway Chinese, we're going to learn the word "活力"，which refers to the state of being full of life, vigor, and enthusiasm.

A： Wǒmen xiàcì lǚxíng de yùsuàn hǎoxiàng bù tài gòu le! 我们下次旅行的预算好像不太够了！ It looks like we don’t have enough budget for our next trip! B： Jìrán zhèyàng, nà wǒmen jiù lái yīchǎng "qióngyóu" zěnmeyang? 既然这样，那我们就来一场“穷游”怎么样？ In that case, how about going on a budget trip? A： Á? Yǔqí shíkè dānxīn kāizhī, jiàngdī lǚxíng qīdài zhí, wǒ gèng xiǎng qīngsōng yúkuài de lǚyóu. 啊？与其时刻担心开支、降低旅行期待值，我更想轻松愉快地旅游。 Huh? Rather than constantly worrying about expenses and lowering our travel expectations, I would really prefer to travel easily and happily. B： "Qióngyóu" yě huì yǒu jījí de lǚxíng tǐyàn, wǒmen kěyǐ xuǎnzé gèng jiēdìqì de zhùsù, shēnrù liǎojiě dāngdì wénhuà! “穷游”也会有积极的旅行体验，我们可以选择更接地气的住宿，深入了解当地文化！ Budget traveling can also bring positive travel experiences. We can pick more down-to-earth accommodations and gain a deeper understanding of the local culture!

In this special episode of Takeaway Chinese, we're going to learn the word "未来"，which can be can tossed into conversations when you're talking about upcoming events, plans, or expectations.

A： Āi yō, qù Shànghǎi de jīpiào yǐjīng bèi dìng wán le! 哎哟，去上海的机票已经被订完了！ Oh no, flight tickets to Shanghai are already fully booked! Wǒmen de lǚxíng jìhuà yào pàotāng le! 我们的旅行计划要泡汤了！ Now our travel plans are messed up! B： Bié zháojí. 别着急。 Don't worry. Bùrú wǒmen qù yī gè shāowēi xiǎozhòng de chéngshì. 不如我们去一个稍微小众的城市。 How about we go to a slightly more niche city? A： Kěshì Shànghǎi yǒu hěnduō wǒ xiǎng qù de rèmén jǐngdiǎn. 可是上海有很多我想去的热门景点。 But Shanghai has so many popular attractions I want to visit. B： Měi yī gè chéngshì dōu yǒu zìjǐ de tèsè, shuōbudìng wǒmen néng zài bié de chéngshì huòdé gèng shēndù de tǐyàn! 每一个城市都有自己的特色，说不定我们能在别的城市获得更深度的体验！ Every city has its own unique charm. Perhaps we can have a more in-depth experience in another city!

In this special episode of Takeaway Chinese, we're going to learn the word "希望"，which represents an optimistic expectation or desire for a better future or a favorable outcome.

In this special episode of Takeaway Chinese, we're going to learn the word "基础"，which refers to the fundamental or essential elements on which something is built or established.

A： Zhè cì lǚxíng qǐng yī gè dāngdì de dǎoyóu ba. 这次旅行请一个当地的导游吧。 Let’s hire a local tour guide for this trip. B： Zánliǎ de xiǎngfǎ bùmóuérhé. 咱俩的想法不谋而合！ That makes two of us! A： Qǐng dǎoyóu hěn shěngxīn, bùyòng zìjǐ zuò gōnglüè le. 请导游很省心，不用自己做攻略了。 Having a tour guide is so convenient. We don't have to plan everything ourselves. B： Xīwàng dǎoyóu shì gè “e rén”. 希望导游是个“e人”。 I hope the tour guide will be an extrovert. A： Duì! Zhèyàng jiù bùpà gāngà le. 对！这样就不怕尴尬了。 Yes! This way, we won't have to worry about any awkward moments.

In this special episode of Takeaway Chinese, we're going to learn the word "英雄"，which is used to describe someone who demonstrate with their actions that greatness comes out of the ordinary, and every ordinary person can have an extraordinary life and every ordinary job can produce extraordinary achievements.

In this special episode of Takeaway Chinese, we're going to learn the word "信心"，which is one of the most beautiful things that you can possess.

A： Yī xiǎng dào wǒmen yào qù Hángzhōu le, jiù hǎo kāixīn ya! 一想到我们要去杭州了，就好开心呀！ Just thinking about us going to Hangzhou makes me so happy! B： Wǒ yě shì! Kěxī jiàqī shíjiān yǒudiǎn duǎn. 我也是！可惜假期时间有点短。 Me too! But we only have such a short period of free time. A： Fàngxīn, wǒ yǐjīng zuò hǎo le gāoxiào yòu shěngqián de gōnglüè! 放心，我已经做好了高效又省钱的攻略！ Don't worry, I've already prepared a compact and money-saving travel plan! B： Suǒyǒu jǐngdiǎn hé xiǎochī dōu néng tǐyàn dào ma? 所有景点和小吃都能体验到吗？ Will we be able to check out all the must-see sites and try the snacks? A： Dāngrán le! Nǐ zhè jǐ tiān hǎohāor yǎngjīng xùruì. 当然了！你这几天好好儿养精蓄锐。 Yes! Have a good rest and store up energy these days.

In this special episode of Takeaway Chinese, we're going to learn a pair of widely-used antonyms in Chinese. That is "开放" and "封闭".

In this special episode of Takeaway Chinese, we're going to learn a pair of antonyms that are commonly used to describe the age or condition of various things, such as objects, buildings, clothes, or even ideas. That is "新" and "老".

A： Zài lǚyóu wàngjì dìng jiǔdiàn hǎo guì ā, yīwǎn yào jìn qiānyuán le. 在旅游旺季订酒店好贵啊，一晚要近千元了。 Booking a hotel during the peak tourist season is so expensive. It's nearly a thousand yuan per night. B： Bùrú wǒmen zhù zài xǐyù zhōngxīn ba! 不如我们住在洗浴中心吧！ How about we stay at a bath center? A： Xǐyù zhōngxīn hái néng guòyè? 洗浴中心还能过夜？ Can we actually stay overnight at a bath center? B： Zhè nǐ jiù bùzhīdào le ba. 这你就不知道了吧。 You don’t know this, do you? Xiànzài yǒu hěnduō xǐyù zhōngxīn kěyǐ liúsù, nàlǐ bùjǐn kěyǐ tígōng zìzhù zǎocān, háiyǒu yèxiāo hé shuǐguǒ ne. 现在有很多洗浴中心可以留宿，那里不仅可以提供自助早餐，还有夜宵和水果呢。 Nowadays, there are many bath centers that offer overnight accommodations. They not only provide self-service breakfast but also offer late-night snacks and fruits. A： Zhè yě tài kù le ba! 这也太酷了吧！ That's really cool!

In this special episode of Takeaway Chinese, we're going to learn one of the most practical pairs of opposites frequently used when discussing quantities in the Chinese language. That is "多" and "少".

In this special episode of Takeaway Chinese, we're going to learn a pair of antonyms that are used not only to compare the size of objects and places, but also concepts and ideas. That is "大" and "小".

A: Shíxí dì yī tiān gǎnjué zěn me yàng? 实习第一天感觉怎么样？ How do you feel on your first day of internship? B: Hái bù cuò, zhèlǐ gōngzuò jiézòu tǐng kuài de. 还不错，这里工作节奏挺快的。 Not bad. The pace is quite fast here. Wǒ děi jǐnkuài shúxi gōngzuò, tígāo xiàolǜ. 我得尽快熟悉工作，提高效率。 I need to familiarize myself with the job quickly and improve efficiency. A: Bié zháojí, màn màn lái. 别着急，慢慢来。 Don’t worry too much, take your time. B: Hǎo de, wǒ jué de zìjǐ hái yǒu hěnduō xūyào xuéxí de dìfang. 好的，我觉得自己还有很多需要学习的地方。 Okay, I feel that there is so much I need to learn. A： Tóngshì men dōu hěn yǒushàn, yǒu bù dǒng de jǐnguǎn wèn. 同事们都很友善，有不懂的尽管问。 People here are all very friendly, so feel free to ask if there's anything you don't understand.

Chinese 101: Learning Chinese can be both exciting and arduous. What's your biggest challenge in learning Chinese? Tones and pronunciation, complex characters, grammar, vast vocabulary, and perhaps cultural nuances? In this episode of Takeaway Chinese, we explore some of the most common challenges faced by learners.

A： Xiàkè yīqǐ qù dǎ lánqiú ba! 下课一起去打篮球吧！ Let's go play basketball together after class! B： Xiàcì ba, wǒ zuìjìn tèbié máng. 下次吧，我最近特别忙。 Maybe next time. I've been really busy lately. Wǒ děi qù túshūguǎn xiě lùnwén. 我得去图书馆写论文。 I have to go to the library to work on my paper. A： Tiān na! 天哪！ Oh my goodness! Lí jiézhǐ rìqī háiyǒu liǎng gè yuè ne! 离截止日期还有两个月呢！ There are still two months until the deadline! Xuébà, bié "juǎn" le! 学霸，别“卷”了！ Don't overwork yourself, Mr./Ms. Overachiever! B： Wǒ yào zhēngqǔ ná jiǎngxuéjīn, děi kǎo gè hǎo chéngjì. 我要争取拿奖学金，得考个好成绩。 I want to get a scholarship, so I need to get a good grade. A： Hǎo ba, dàn nǐ jìde yào láoyì jiéhé a! 好吧，但你记得要劳逸结合啊！ Alright, but remember to keep a balance between work and rest!

A: Wā, hǎoduō xuéshēng shètuán zài zhāoxīn ne! 哇，好多学生社团在招新呢！ Wow, so many student clubs are now recruiting new members! Nǐ xiǎng jiārù nǎgè? 你想加入哪个？ Which one do you want to join? B: Wǒ xiǎng jìn shūfǎ shè, xuéxí xiě máobǐ zì. 我想进书法社，学习写毛笔字。 I want to join the calligraphy club and learn how to write with a brush. Nǐ ne? 你呢？ How about you? A: Wǒ xiǎng jiārù jiēwǔ shè. 我想加入街舞社。 I want to join the street dance club. Kě wǒ shì líng jīchǔ, bù zhīdào shìfǒu kěyǐ jiārù. 可我是零基础，不知道是否可以加入。 But I have no experience. I don't know if I can join. B: Yīqǐ qù wènwen ba. 一起去问问吧。 Let's go and find out.

The Hangzhou Asian Games are in full swing, we've got a treat for you! Join us for a special episode of 'Takeaway Chinese,' where you can listen in and take a guess at the sports!

A: Nǐhǎo, qǐngwèn xīnshēng bàodàochù zěnme zǒu? 你好，请问新生报到处怎么走？ Hello, may I ask how to get to the new student registration location? B: Jiù zài túshūguǎn de xiéduìmiàn. 就在图书馆的斜对面。 It’s just kitty-corner from the library. Zhènghǎo wǒ yě yào guòqù, yīqǐ zǒu ba. 正好我也要过去，一起走吧。 Actually, I’m going there, too. Let’s go together. A: Tài gǎnxiè le. 太感谢了。 Thank you so much. Wǒ shì lùchī, zǒngshì mílù. 我是路痴，总是迷路。 I have no sense of direction, and I always get lost. B: Duō zǒu jǐcì jiù shúxi le. 多走几次就熟悉了。 You’ll get familiar with it after walking it a few more times. A: Xuéjiě, kěyǐ jiā gè Wēixìn ma? 学姐，可以加个微信吗？ Can I add you on WeChat? B: Méiwèntí. 没问题。 No problem. Yǒu shénme bùdǒng de, suíshí kěyǐ wèn wǒ. 有什么不懂的，随时可以问我。 If you have any questions, feel free to ask me anytime.

A: Nǐ cāi zěnme zhe? 你猜怎么着？ Hey, guess what? Wǒ shōudào Zhōngguó dàxué de lùqǔ tōngzhīshū le! 我收到中国大学的录取通知书了！ I just received an offer from a Chinese university! B: Gōngxǐ nǐ! 恭喜你！ Congratulations! Nǐ yào shàng nǎge dàxué? 你要上哪个大学？ Which university is it? A: Běijīng Yǔyán Dàxué! 北京语言大学！ It's Beijing Language and Culture University! B: Tài hǎo le! 太好了！ That's great! Wǒ zài Běijīng dāi le yī nián le, zhèlǐ yǒu hěnduō hǎowánr de dìfang. 我在北京待了一年了，这里有很多好玩儿的地方。 I've been in Beijing for a year, and it has so many cool places to explore. A: Kěshì, wǒ xiànzài yǒudiǎn jǐnzhāng, bù zhīdào gāi zhǔnbèi shénme. 可是，我现在有点紧张，不知道该准备什么。 But I'm a bit nervous now. I have no clue what I should prepare. B: Bùyòng dānxīn! 不用担心！ Don't worry! Yǒu wǒ ne! 有我呢！ I'm here for you!

A: Wǒ xiǎng shēnqǐng Zhōngguó de dàxué. 我想申请中国的大学。 I want to apply for admission to a university in China. Xuéfèi guì ma? 学费贵吗？ Is the tuition expensive? B: Wǒ juéde bùsuàn guì. 我觉得不算贵。 I don't think it's considered expensive. Érqiě, nǐ hái kěyǐ shēnqǐng jiǎngxuéjīn. 而且，你还可以申请奖学金。 Besides, you can apply for scholarships. A: Nà zài Zhōngguó de shēnghuó chéngběn gāo ma? 那在中国的生活成本高吗？ How about the cost of living in China? B: Fēng jiǎn yóu rén. 丰俭由人。 It depends on your lifestyle. Bǐrú, wǒ píngshí zài xuéxiào shítáng chī yī fèn miàn zhǐ xūyào shí kuài qián. 比如，我平时在学校食堂吃一份面只需要十块钱。 For example, I often order a bowl of noodles at the school cafeteria, which costs only 10 yuan. A: Ò, nà kànlái chīfàn bùsuàn tài guì. 哦，那看来吃饭不算太贵。 Oh, so it looks like food won't cost all that much. B: Shì de, wǒ háiyǒu yīxiē shěngqián xiǎo miàozhāo, zánmen kěyǐ zhǎo ge jīhuì xiángxì liáoliao. 是的，我还有一些省钱小妙招，咱们可以找个机会详细聊聊。 That's right. I also have some money-saving tips. We can find a time to talk about it in detail. A: Hǎo ya. 好呀。 That would be great.

A: Tīngshuō nǐ zài Zhōngguó shàng dàxué, wǒ yě xiǎng qù. 听说你在中国上大学，我也想去。 I heard that you're studying at a university in China. I want to go, too. B: Kěyǐ ya, zhǐyào àn yāoqiú shēnqǐng jiù kěyǐ le. 可以呀，只要按要求申请就可以了。 Sure, as long as you apply according to the requirements. A: Yǒu shénme jùtǐ de yāoqiú ma? 有什么具体的要求吗？ Are there any specific requirements? Kuài gěi wǒ fēnxiǎng yīxià nǐ de jīngyàn! 快给我分享一下你的经验！ Can you share your experience with me! B: Wǒ shēnqǐng de xuéxiào yāoqiú zhōngwén shuǐpíng dádào HSK sì jí zǒngfēn bù dīyú yī bǎi bā shí fēn. 我申请的学校要求中文水平达到 HSK4 级总分不低于 180 分。 The university I applied to requires a Chinese proficiency level of at least HSK 4 with a total score of no less than 180. A: Ā! Kàn lái wǒ hái yào hǎohǎo xué zhōngwén! 啊！看来我还要好好学中文！ Oh! It looks like I need to further improve my proficiency in Chinese! Hái yǒu qítā yāoqiú ma? 还有其他要求吗？ Are there any other requirements? B: Dāngrán le, gēnjù bùtóng de zhuānyè huì yǒu bùtóng de yāoqiú, nǐ kěyǐ dào wǎngzhàn shang qù chá cha. 当然了，根据不同的专业会有不同的要求，你可以到网站上去查查。 Of course, different majors may have different requirements. You can check on the website for more information.

A: Wǒ zuìjìn mí shàng le Zhōngguó wénhuà, hǎo xiǎng qù Zhōngguó liúxué. 我最近迷上了中国文化，好想去中国留学。 I have recently become fascinated with Chinese culture, and I really want to study in China. B: Nǐ yǐjīng xiǎng hǎo qù nǎ suǒ dàxué le ma? 你已经想好去哪所大学了吗？ Have you decided which university to go to? A: Hái méiyǒu, Zhōngguó yǒu bùshǎo yōuxiù de dàxué, wǒ hái méiyǒu zuò zuìzhōng de juédìng. 还没有，中国有不少优秀的大学，我还没有做最终的决定。 Not yet. China has many excellent universities, and I haven't made a final decision yet. B: Chúle kǎolǜ xuéxiào de wèntí, nǐ yǒuméiyǒu xiǎng guò shēnghuó shang huì bù shìyìng? 除了考虑学校的问题，你有没有想过生活上会不适应？ Besides considering the choice of university, have you thought about the potential challenges of adjusting to life there? A: Bùhuì, zuòwéi yīge "shè niú", wǒ duì zìjǐ yǒu xìnxīn! 不会，作为一个“社牛”，我对自己有信心！ No, as a "sociable person", I have confidence in myself!

A: Nǐ jīnwǎn yǒukòng ma? Wǒmen wǎnshang yīqǐ qù chīfàn ba. 你今晚有空吗？我们晚上一起去吃饭吧。 Are you free tonight? Let’s go to have dinner together. B： Kěyǐ ya, bùguò nǐ jīntiān zěnme bù hé nǐde fàndāzi yīqǐ chī le? 可以呀，不过你今天怎么不和你的饭搭子一起吃了？ Sure, but why aren’t you eating with your meal pals today? A： Jīntiān bùshì qīxī ma, suǒyǐ jīntiān jiù bùxiǎng hé tāmen chīfàn le. 今天不是七夕嘛，所以今天就不想和她们吃饭了。 Today is Qixi Festival! I don’t want to eat with other people. B： Ó ~ Nà nǐ xiǎng hé shéi chī? 哦～那你想和谁吃？ Oh? So who do you want to eat with? A： Xiǎng hé nǐ. 想和你。 You.

A: Háiyǒu shí fēnzhōng huǒchē jiù dào Lāsà zhàn le, Bùdálāgōng, wǒ lái la! 还有十分钟火车就到拉萨站了，布达拉宫，我来啦！ We will arrive at Lhasa Station in ten minutes. Potala Palace, here I come! B: Zhèlǐ hǎibá hěn gāo, wǒmen kěnéng huì yǒu gāoyuán fǎnyìng. 这里海拔很高，我们可能会有高原反应。 We may experience altitude sickness, considering the high altitude here. Yàobù xiān chīdiǎn dōngxi, shāowēi shìyìng yīxià zài qù ba? 要不先吃点东西，稍微适应一下再去吧？ How about we eat something first and get accustomed to the environment? A: Méi wèntí. Wǒ zhīdào yījiā hěn bùcuò de Xīzàng tèsè cāntīng. 没问题。我知道一家很不错的西藏特色餐厅。 No problem. I know a very good Tibetan restaurant. B: Nǐ bǎ cāntīng dìzhǐ fā gěi wǒ, wǒ xiànzài jiào yīliàng wǎngyuēchē. 你把餐厅地址发给我，我现在叫一辆网约车。 Please send me the address of the restaurant, and I'll call a cab now.

A: Tǔlǔfān de pútao gètóu zhème dà ya, hái zhème tián, zhēn shì tài hǎochī le. 吐鲁番的葡萄个头这么大呀，还这么甜，真是太好吃了。 The grapes in Turpan are so big and sweet. They’re really delicious. B: Méicuò. Tǔlǔfān shì zhùmíng de "pútao zhī xiāng". 没错。吐鲁番是著名的“葡萄之乡”。 Yes, Turpan is known as the "Hometown of Grapes". Zhèlǐ de qìhòu hé tǔrǎng fēicháng shìhé pútao de zhòngzhí. 这里的气候和土壤非常适合葡萄的种植。 The climate and soil here are very suitable for growing grapes. A: Chúle pútao, wǒ tīngshuō zhèlǐ de hāmìguā yě hěn yǒumíng. 除了葡萄，我听说这里的哈密瓜也很有名。 I heard that it’s also known for its cantaloupes. B: Shì de, wǒmen děnghuìr kěyǐ chángcháng. 是的，我们等会儿可以尝尝。 Yeah, we can try some later.

A: Xiànzài xuěgāo de huāyàng kě zhēn duō ya! 现在雪糕的花样可真多呀！ There are so many fancy popsicles these days! Zhège xuěgāo shì bīngmǎyǒng zàoxíng de! 这个雪糕是兵马俑造型的！ This one is in the shape of a Terracotta Warrior! B: Wǒ kàndào biérén péngyouquān fā de tú, "zhòng cǎo" hǎo jiǔ le. 我看到别人朋友圈发的图，“种草”好久了。 I’ve been wanting to get it for a while after seeing it on other people's social media. A: Nà zánmen yě mǎi yīgè chángchang. 那咱们也买一个尝尝。 Then let's go get one and give it a try. B: Wǒmen cānguān wán zài mǎi ba, xiān qù liǎojiě yīxià tāde gùshi. 我们参观完再买吧，先去了解一下它的故事。 Sure, after we finish here. We’ll go find out the story behind it first. A: Hǎo ya! Jiù zhème yúkuài de juédìng le. 好呀！就这么愉快地决定了。 Great! Sounds like a good plan.

A: Duìbuqǐ, wǒ bùgāi duìnǐ fāhuǒr. 对不起，我不该对你发火儿。 I'm sorry. I shouldn't have lost my temper. B: Shì wǒ bùduì. 是我不对。 It was my fault. Wǒ gāngcái zǒushénr le, bǎ nǐ zuì xǐhuan de bēizi shuāi suì le. 我刚才走神儿了，把你最喜欢的杯子摔碎了。 I got distracted and broke your favorite cup. A: Méishì de, suìsuì píng'ān! 没事的，碎碎平安！ It's okay, all's well. Wǒ zhènghǎo huàn gè xīnde. 我正好换个新的。 I can just get a new one. B: Zhēnde tài bàoqiàn le, yīhuìr zánmen chūmén guàngjiē, yīqǐ tiāo yīgè ba. 真的太抱歉了，一会儿咱们出门逛街，一起挑一个吧。 I'm really sorry about it. Let's go shopping later and get you a new one.

A: Nǐ jīntiān chuān zhè shēn tèbié hǎokàn. 你今天穿这身特别好看。 You look particularly stunning today. Yào cānjiā shénme huódòng ma? 要参加什么活动吗？ Are you going to an event? B: Xièxie. Wǒ shòu yāo qù biǎoyǎn xiǎotíqín. 谢谢。我受邀去表演小提琴。 Thank you. Yes, I was invited to perform violin. A: Nǐ zhēn de yòu piàoliang yòu yǒu cáihuá. 你真的又漂亮又有才华。 Wow, talent and beauty! B: Guò jiǎng la. 过奖啦。 I’m flattered. Wǒ zhèlǐ yǒu liǎng zhāng ménpiào, huānyíng nǐ lái pěngchǎng. 我这里有两张门票，欢迎你来捧场。 Here are two tickets. Would love to have you there!

A: Nǐ xiànzài yǒu kòngr ma? 你现在有空儿吗？ Do you have some free time right now? Kěyǐ bāng wǒ zuò zuìhòu de shōuwěi gōngzuò ma? 可以帮我做最后的收尾工作吗？ Can you help me wrap up? B: Kǒngpà bù xíng, wǒ shǒutóu shang yǒu hěnduō shìqing yào chǔlǐ. 恐怕不行，我手头上有很多事情要处理。 I'm afraid not. I have a lot on my plate at the moment. A: Wǒ jīnwǎn qù Hǎinán, zài bù zǒu jiù gǎn bu shàng fēijī le. 我今晚去海南，再不走就赶不上飞机了。 I'm leaving for Hainan tonight. I'll miss my flight if I don’t leave now. B: Bù hǎo yìsi, wǒ xiànzài zhēn méi shíjiān. 不好意思，我现在真没时间。 I'm sorry, but I really don't have time right now. A: Nà suàn le, wǒ qù wènwèn qítā rén. 那算了，我去问问其他人。 Well, never mind. I'll ask someone else.

A: Wǒ gāng shōudào yījiā zài Shànghǎi de gōngsī fā lái de yóujiàn, ràng wǒ hòutiān qù miànshì. 我刚收到一家在上海的公司发来的邮件，让我后天去面试。 I just got an email from a company in Shanghai. They want me to go for an interview the day after tomorrow. B: Gōngxǐ! Kuàidiǎn dìng jīpiào ba, yàobù gǎnbují le. 恭喜！快点订机票吧，要不赶不及了。 Congratulations! Book your flight now, so you can make it on time. A: Yóujiàn li shuō wǒ kěyǐ cānjiā yuǎnchéng miànshì, tāmen dàoshíhou gěi wǒ fāsòng xiànshàng huìyì liànjiē. 邮件里说我可以参加远程面试，他们到时候给我发送线上会议链接。 They say I can do the interview remotely. They will send me an online conference link. B: Nà hái tǐng rénxìnghuà de. 那还挺人性化的。 That's quite considerate of them. Wǒ zhīqián kàndào yīpiān guānyú yuǎnchéng miànshì de zhùyì shìxiàng, wǒ děnghuìr fā gěi nǐ. 我之前看到一篇关于远程面试的注意事项，我等会儿发给你。 I read an article about tips for remote interviews earlier. I'll send it to you later.

A: Tīngshuō nǐ zuótiān qù kàn zhǎn le, zhǎnlǎn zěnmeyàng? 听说你昨天去看展了，展览怎么样？ I heard you went to see an exhibition yesterday. How was it? B: Wǒ qù le kējì zhǎn. Xiànchǎng de rén shízài tài duō le, wǒ dōu méiyǒu jīhuì zǐxì kàn měi yī jiàn zhǎnpǐn. Dàn xǔduō zhǎnpǐn dōu shì zuì xīn de gāo kējì, fēicháng zhènhàn, yě suàn zhí huí piàojià le. 我去了科技展。现场的人实在太多了，我都没有机会仔细看每一件展品。但许多展品都是最新的高科技，非常震撼，也算值回票价了。 Yes, I went to a technology exhibition. I didn't even have the chance to look at each exhibit carefully because there were so many people there. Many of the exhibits show the latest high-tech, which are very impressive. The ticket was worth it. A: Wǒ yě xiǎng qù kàn, zhǎnlǎn bàn dào shénme shíhou ya? 我也想去看，展览办到什么时候呀？ I want to go see it, too! How long will the exhibition last? B: Yuè dǐ qián dōu yǒu. Bùguò wǒ jiànyì nǐ bìkāi gāofēng, zuìhǎo gōngzuò rì qù. Tíqián wǎngshàng dìngpiào, bìmiǎn xiànchǎng páiduì. 月底前都有。不过我建议你避开高峰，最好工作日去。提前网上订票，避免现场排队。 It's open until the end of the month. I suggest that you avoid the peak hours and go on weekdays. You can book tickets online in advance, so you don’t wait on site.

A： Xīhóngshì zěnme mài? 西红柿怎么卖？ How much are the tomatoes? B： Wǔkuàiqián yījīn. 五块钱一斤。 Five yuan per jin. Fàngxīn mǎi, wǒmen de cài yīxiàng hěn xīnxiān, dōu shì zìjǐ zhòng de, chún tiānrán. 放心买，我们的菜一向很新鲜，都是自己种的，纯天然。 Rest assured to buy, freshness guaranteed. We grew them ourselves and they are completely organic. A： Huángguā háiyǒu ma? 黄瓜还有吗？ Do you have any cucumbers? Yě lái liǎnggēn ba. 也来两根吧。 I’d like to get two. B： Āiyā, huángguā yǐjīng màiguāng le, nǐ yào mǎi jiù zài qù biéjiā kànkan ba. 哎呀，黄瓜已经卖光了，你要买就再去别家看看吧。 Sorry, they’re all sold out. You can check out other stores around here.

A: Nǐ yǒu dǎhuǒjī ma? 你有打火机吗？ Do you have a lighter? B: Méiyǒu. Wǒ yǐjīng jiè yān le. 没有。我已经戒烟了。 No, I don’t. I've quit smoking. A: Nǐ tài yǒu yìlì le! Wǒ zuìjìn yě zài chángshì jiè yān, dàn hái méi chénggōng. 你太有毅力了！我最近也在尝试戒烟，但还没成功。 That takes some willpower! I've been trying to quit too recently, but I’m not there yet. B: Xī yān zhēn de duì shēntǐ wēihài hěn dà, èrshǒu yān hái huì yǐngxiǎng shēn biān rén de jiànkāng. 吸烟真的对身体危害很大，二手烟还会影响身边人的健康。 Smoking really comes with significant health risks, and second-hand smoking affects the health of people around you. A: Wǒ yě shì zhè me xiǎng de. Dàn wǒ zǒng shì fàn yānyǐn. 我也是这么想的。但我总是犯烟瘾。 I agree. But I always give in to the cravings. B: Jiānchí zhù a. Wǒ jiāndū nǐ! 坚持住啊。我监督你！ Hang in there. I'll keep an eye on your progress!

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A: Kuài kàn! Nà zhī jīnsīhóu shuìjiào de yàngzi zhēn kě'ài. 快看！那只金丝猴睡觉的样子真可爱。 Look! That sleeping golden monkey is so cute. B: Tā shuì de hěn xiāng a. Kàn lái tā fēicháng xiǎngshòu zhèlǐ de shēnghuó. 它睡得很香啊。看来它非常享受这里的生活。 It's sleeping so soundly. It looks like it’s enjoying its life here. A: Shì ya, zhěng gè dòngwùyuán gānjìng zhěngjié. Sìyǎngyuán zhēnde hěn yòngxīn de zhàoliào zhè xiē dòngwù. 是呀，整个动物园干净整洁。饲养员真的很用心地照料这些动物。 Yeah, the zoo is nice and clean. The keepers are doing a great job taking care of these animals. B: Xū! Zánmen xiǎo diǎn shēng shuōhuà, bié chǎo xǐng tā. 嘘！咱们小点声说话，别吵醒它。 Shh! Let's be quiet so we don't wake it up.

A: Yī huìr xiàbān, yào bù yào yīqǐ qù zuò dìtiě? 一会儿下班，要不要一起去坐地铁？ Do you want to take the subway together after work? B: Jīntiān bù néng hé nǐ yīqǐ zǒu le. Wǒ xiànzài jiù yào huíjiā shōushi xíngli, wǎnshang bā diǎn de fēijī qù hǎinán, míngtiān jiù zhèngshì kāishǐ dùjià shēnghuó la! 今天不能和你一起走了。我现在就要回家收拾行李，晚上八点的飞机去海南，明天就正式开始度假生活啦！ I can't today. I must go home to pack. I have a flight to Hainan at 8pm tonight. My vacation starts tomorrow! A: Nà wǒ děng huìr mǎi diǎn cài, qù wǒ bà mā jiā hé tāmen yīqǐ chīfàn. Zhēn xiànmù nǐ néng chūqù lǚyóu, xīwàng nǐ wán de kāixīn. 那我等会儿买点菜，去我爸妈家和他们一起吃饭。真羡慕你能出去旅游，希望你玩的开心。 Okay, I'll get some groceries later and have dinner with my parents. I’m so jealous you get to go travelling. I hope you’ll have a good time. B: Wǒ gèng xiànmù nǐ! Hé jiārén zài yīqǐ, píng píng dàn dàn jiù shì xìngfú. 我更羡慕你！和家人在一起，平平淡淡就是幸福。 I’m jealous of you, too! You can spend quite time with your family! That’s the best kind of happiness in life.

A: Wa, zhège tèxiào shì zěnme zuò de? 哇，这个特效是怎么做的？ Wow, how did you create this special effect? Kànqǐlái hěn fùzá. 看起来很复杂。 It looks very complicated. B: Qíshí bìng bù máfan. 其实并不麻烦。 It wasn't that much work, actually. Zhǐ xūyào xiàzǎi yīgè chājiàn, zài zìjǐ tiáozhěng yīxià cānshù jiù kěyǐ le. 只需要下载一个插件，再自己调整一下参数就可以了。 All I needed to do was download a plug-in and adjust the parameters. A: Nà zěnme néng ràng zhèlǐ de shēngyīn tīngqǐlái gèng zìrán yīxiē ne? 那怎么能让这里的声音听起来更自然一些呢？ Then how can I make the sound here more natural? B: Kěyǐ jiārù dànrù hé dànchū xiàoguǒ, zhèyàng jiù bùhuì xiǎnde hěn tūwù le. 可以加入淡入和淡出效果，这样就不会显得很突兀了。 You can create fade-in and fade-out effects so that it won't seem that abrupt.

A: Nǐ zuìjìn qìsè kànqǐlái bùcuò. 你最近气色看起来不错。 You look pretty well these days. B: Zhè zhènr wǒ zuòle hěnduō guānyú yǎngshēng de gōngkè, bǐrú měitiān shuìqián dōu huì yòng rèshuǐ pàojiǎo. 这阵儿我做了很多关于养生的功课，比如每天睡前都会用热水泡脚。 I've been doing a lot of research on how to stay healthy. For example, I soak my feet in hot water for a while before I go to bed every day. A: Nǐ fāxiàn le ma? Xiànzài yuèláiyuè duō de niánqīngrén dōu kāishǐ zhùyì yǎngshēng le. 你发现了吗？现在越来越多的年轻人都开始注意养生了。 Have you noticed that more and more young people are paying attention to their health nowadays? B: Shì a, bǎowēnbēi li pào gǒuqǐ yǐjīng chéngwéi tāmen de biāopèi le. 是啊，保温杯里泡枸杞已经成为他们的标配了。 Yes. A thermos cup with hot wolfberry tea has become their standard package now.

A: Tīngshuō nǐ kāishǐ chuàngyè le? 听说你开始创业了？ I heard you are starting a business? B: Shìde, wǒ xiǎng kāi gè wǎngdiàn, mài yīxiē tèsè shǒu gōngyì pǐn. 是的，我想开个网店，卖一些特色手工艺品。 Yes, I want to open an online store, selling unique handicrafts. A: Tīng qǐ lái kě xíng. Xiànzài chuàngyè huánjìng hěn bùcuò, guójiā hái yǒu gè xiàng fúchí zhèngcè. 听起来可行。现在创业环境很不错，国家还有各项扶持政策。 Sounds great. Now is a good time for starting a business, and there’re also various supporting policies. B: Shìde, wǒ gānggāng zuò wán shìchǎng diàoyán, liǎojiě le mùbiāo kèhù hé jìngzhēng qíngkuàng. 是的，我刚刚做完市场调研，了解了目标客户和竞争情况。 Definitely. I’ve just conducted some market research and learned about target customers and competition. A: Jiāyóu, nǐ yīdìng huì chénggōng. 加油，你一定会成功。 Keep it up! Wish you great success!

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