Beginning Mandarin Chinese

Mandarin Foundations: Pinyin and Tones

Master Mandarin pronunciation using pinyin romanization and understand the four tones that distinguish word meanings.

Essential Numbers and Counting

Learn to recognize and use numbers 0-100 in Mandarin and apply counting in practical everyday contexts.

Basic Pronouns and Personal Introductions

Identify and use personal pronouns and learn how to introduce yourself with name, nationality, and occupation.

Days, Time, and Basic Comparisons

Master days of the week, tell time, and use basic comparative structures to describe and compare objects and people.