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MaoMi Chinese

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MaoMi Chinese is a podcast and website for Mandarin Chinese learners made by a professional Chinese teacher as well as a Chinese learner - to get the best of both perspectives. We share tips and provide listening practice for intermediate+ learners. We make your learning more enjoyable by engaging you with intercultural resources across various topics.

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  • #269 Why Chinese Young People Joining Senior’s Tours? 中国年轻人爱上老年旅行团
    Oct 17 2026

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    Why are young people in China joining tour groups for older travellers? Is it the cheap price or the friendly aunties and uncles? Find out why this unusual travel trend is taking off!

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    Planning a trip ro China? Before you pack your bags, there are a few things you should know! From payment apps and internet access to local customs and common tourist traps, we’ll share top tips for traveling in China. Find out more in next MaoMi Chinese+ episode!

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  • #268 Why Did a “Terrible Film” Become So Popular? 为什么人们看《牛来》?
    Sep 13 2026

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    A film that everyone says is terrible, so why are more and more people paying to watch it? Recently, a Chinese animated film called Niulai suddenly became a hot topic online, partly because so many people thought it was a “terrible film”. Some people went to the cinema just to see how bad it really was, while others felt that there simply weren’t many good films to watch. So why did Niulai become so popular? In this episode, we take a closer look at the film and the strange story behind its sudden popularity.

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    What does “牛” really mean? Why can you say someone is 很牛, talk about 牛脾气 or 牛市, and even say 吹牛? In this MaoMi Chinese+ episode, we explore the many different meanings and expressions connected to this simple character. You may already know “牛” means “cow”, but you might be surprised by how many other ways Chinese speakers use it. A simple character, but lots to discover!

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    6 mins
  • #267 “Pin” the Chinese Way to Save Money 拼多多
    Aug 18 2026

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    Why do Chinese people love 拼多多? And what does 拼 actually mean? You may have seen this little character everywhere in China. In this episode, we’ll explore how 拼 means bringing people together to save money, and why this simple idea has become such a big part of everyday Chinese life.

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    Where do Chinese people actually shop online? China has a huge variety of shopping platforms, from bargain hunting to luxury shopping, second-hand goods and social shopping. In next MaoMi Chinese+ episode, we’ll take a quick look at the platforms Chinese people use every day, and discover how online shopping has become part of everyday life in China.

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This podcast is a great resource for learning everyday Chinese expressions. The hosts explain useful phrases clearly and give helpful examples from daily life situations - you should definitely try it out!

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