I’ve understood how finals that can form a syllable by themselves are pronounced. Nonetheless, they’re also pronounced like the others when forming a syllable composed of Initials and Finals plus the tone, right?
Nǐ hǎo, LuoBao!
Wǒ shì Zhèng lǎoshī, hěn gāoxìng rènshi nǐ!
Yes, you’re right! Sometimes the Chinese finals are not pronounced completely the same as they’re pronounced alone, e.g. the “a” sound in “dāi” is similar to the simple final “a”, but the openness of your mouth should be smaller. You will find more differences if you keep watching our Pinyin video lectures.
Feel free to let me know if you have any other questions about our courses!
不好意思，可是我有一个问题。
我听说我们不应该说你好。Some people say it’s not the way Chinese people greet among themselves. So, I confess I’m a little confused.
How exactly do Chinese people greet themselves in their daily life?
I know there’s a term like: “Have you eaten?”, but I think it’s used only if you already know the person you’re talking to, correct?
One more thing, please, I’ve also heard that you use only 早 to greet someone in an informal way. But, can you use it regardless the time of the day?
Sorry to bother you with so many questions, but I´d rather know how you really speak in your country than only what books teach us, because for me it’s not only about learning a Language by itself but also merge it with the Culture which. Two inseparable subjects, I believe.
1. “你好” is the polite and formal way to say hello when meeting someone for the first time, answering the phone or writing the email/letter. If you want to be more polite and formal, you should use “您好”. That would be wired to say “你好” or “您好” between the people who already know each other, except when meeting the elders or someone you really respect.
2. People who ask “你吃了吗(Have you eaten?)” normally don’t really care whether or not you have had your meal, this phrase is just used to start a conversation. And many Chinese people consider “你吃了吗(Have you eaten?)” as a kind of old-fashioned way to greet people.
3. “早” is the short way of “早上好”, which means “Good morning”, and it can only be used to greet people in the morning. I explained this in lesson 7 of our HSK-1 course.
Please feel free to let me know if you have any other questions.
1, 2 and 3 explanations all make sense to me and it’s how I’ve learned it.
But, there are many people launching videos, including Chinese natives, causing these doubts. Here’s an example: ttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z6oDw-nXCD8. “你好 doesn’t work in Chinese.”….hmmm
That’s why I needed to really clarify these doubts with a reliable native person.
Nǐ hǎo, Samii!
To make the sound “yu(ü)”, your tongue should be in the same position as “yi(i)”, but your lips should be tightly rounded.
You can watch the video starting at 03:10 a few more times, and observe your attempts in a mirror when you practice.
This “yu(ü)” sound often causes problems to many students. You just need to concentrate on where to place the tongue and what shape the lips should take, and allow your mouth slowly to get acquainted with them.
Don’t worry, and please let me know if you have any questions.
Hi, you mentioned in the video that there are 36 finals. However, I came across another book that said there were 39 finals. I am a bit confused now. Please help me. Thank you.
If you’re a total beginner, I suggest that you can take the Pinyin course first, and then start with the HSK 1 & 2 courses. The Chinese Character Course (Level 1) can either be taken at the same time as the HSK 1 course or can be started after completing it.
If you have any questions during your studies, please feel free to let me know.
Introduction and 1. Lesson doesn’t work. Try later again. May be VPN
Hi Rolf, it’s better to use VPN to watch the video lectures if you are in mainland China. Sorry for the inconvenience.
Ni Hao!
I’ve understood how finals that can form a syllable by themselves are pronounced. Nonetheless, they’re also pronounced like the others when forming a syllable composed of Initials and Finals plus the tone, right?
Xiexie ni!
Nǐ hǎo, LuoBao!
Wǒ shì Zhèng lǎoshī, hěn gāoxìng rènshi nǐ!
Yes, you’re right! Sometimes the Chinese finals are not pronounced completely the same as they’re pronounced alone, e.g. the “a” sound in “dāi” is similar to the simple final “a”, but the openness of your mouth should be smaller. You will find more differences if you keep watching our Pinyin video lectures.
Feel free to let me know if you have any other questions about our courses!
老师好
Although a “bit” late, thank you for your explanation. 谢谢您。
Your classes / videos are very well structured as well as very clear about the matter your teaching.
So, keep up wit the excellent work! 加油!
再见！
你好！
很高兴你喜欢我们的汉语课！
如果有问题，请告诉我！
老师好，
不客气。
不好意思，可是我有一个问题。
我听说我们不应该说你好。Some people say it’s not the way Chinese people greet among themselves. So, I confess I’m a little confused.
How exactly do Chinese people greet themselves in their daily life?
I know there’s a term like: “Have you eaten?”, but I think it’s used only if you already know the person you’re talking to, correct?
One more thing, please, I’ve also heard that you use only 早 to greet someone in an informal way. But, can you use it regardless the time of the day?
Sorry to bother you with so many questions, but I´d rather know how you really speak in your country than only what books teach us, because for me it’s not only about learning a Language by itself but also merge it with the Culture which. Two inseparable subjects, I believe.
谢谢老师。再见！
1. “你好” is the polite and formal way to say hello when meeting someone for the first time, answering the phone or writing the email/letter. If you want to be more polite and formal, you should use “您好”. That would be wired to say “你好” or “您好” between the people who already know each other, except when meeting the elders or someone you really respect.
2. People who ask “你吃了吗(Have you eaten?)” normally don’t really care whether or not you have had your meal, this phrase is just used to start a conversation. And many Chinese people consider “你吃了吗(Have you eaten?)” as a kind of old-fashioned way to greet people.
3. “早” is the short way of “早上好”, which means “Good morning”, and it can only be used to greet people in the morning. I explained this in lesson 7 of our HSK-1 course.
Please feel free to let me know if you have any other questions.
您好。谢谢您。
1, 2 and 3 explanations all make sense to me and it’s how I’ve learned it.
But, there are many people launching videos, including Chinese natives, causing these doubts. Here’s an example: ttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z6oDw-nXCD8. “你好 doesn’t work in Chinese.”….hmmm
That’s why I needed to really clarify these doubts with a reliable native person.
Sorry for troubling you and 多谢老师！
再见！
Ni hao
I m having difficulty in pronouncing the tone ” yu
Xiexie nin!
Nǐ hǎo, Samii!
To make the sound “yu(ü)”, your tongue should be in the same position as “yi(i)”, but your lips should be tightly rounded.
You can watch the video starting at 03:10 a few more times, and observe your attempts in a mirror when you practice.
This “yu(ü)” sound often causes problems to many students. You just need to concentrate on where to place the tongue and what shape the lips should take, and allow your mouth slowly to get acquainted with them.
Don’t worry, and please let me know if you have any questions.
The lesson was awesome
Very informative lesson. Your content is well structured and understandable, making the learning process easier. Nice job!
Dean, nǐ hǎo!
I am glad that you like our course and thanks for the nice comment.
If you have any questions, just let me know!
Ni hao
do you have an application on the phone?
Xiexie nin!
Jee, nǐ hǎo!
We currently don’t have an app on the phone, but our website is optimized for mobile use.
Just let me know if you have any other questions.
Hi
Hi, you mentioned in the video that there are 36 finals. However, I came across another book that said there were 39 finals. I am a bit confused now. Please help me. Thank you.
Your a very good teacher! I enjoy your classes.
Good lesson!
I am a beginner
what should I learn first
pinyin or Chinese characters or HSK
Dear Zeha,
Nǐ hǎo! Welcome to Litao Chinese!
If you’re a total beginner, I suggest that you can take the Pinyin course first, and then start with the HSK 1 & 2 courses. The Chinese Character Course (Level 1) can either be taken at the same time as the HSK 1 course or can be started after completing it.
If you have any questions during your studies, please feel free to let me know.