Chinese Short Dialogue | 听中文会话 | 中国語リスニング

Xiaomei learns the basic vocabulary for the three daily meals and uses simple sentences to talk about the foods she likes to eat.

一日三餐吃什么？ - What Do We Eat for Three Meals a Day? [HSK 2]Download the app here:

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Chinese Listening | 중국어 리스닝 | 中国語リスニング | Аудирование по китайскому языку | Nghe tiếng Trung | Mendengarkan bahasa Mandarin | Escucha en chino | การฟังภาษาจีน | Chinesisches Hören | Écoute du chinois | Ascolto cinese | Audição em chinês | चीनी सुनना | الاستماع إلى اللغة الصينية

《English Translation》

李芳: Xiaomei, today we're going to learn about the three meals of the day.
小美: Three meals a day means eating in the morning, at noon, and in the evening, right?
李芳: That's right! Breakfast is in the morning, lunch is at noon, and dinner is in the evening.
小美: Can I eat bread for breakfast, then?
李芳: Of course. Bread is a very common breakfast food.
小美: I want to eat rice for lunch!
李芳: Very good. Rice is nutritious.
小美: Can I eat fruit for dinner?
李芳: Yes. Fruit is healthy, but you can also eat it together with other foods.
小美: I understand! We should eat different delicious foods for our three meals!

The phrase 'in accordance with the Rites of Zhou' has become a popular online expression that humorously discusses trivial modern matters in an exaggerated, preachy ancient style.

“合乎周礼”是什么梗 - What Is the 'In Accordance with the Rites of Zhou' Meme? [HSK 6]Download the app here:

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Chinese Listening | 중국어 리스닝 | 中国語リスニング | Аудирование по китайскому языку | Nghe tiếng Trung | Mendengarkan bahasa Mandarin | Escucha en chino | การฟังภาษาจีน | Chinesisches Hören | Écoute du chinois | Ascolto cinese | Audição em chinês | चीनी सुनना | الاستماع إلى اللغة الصينية

《English Translation》

刘娜: Chen Hua, why did you suddenly send me such a long message just now? You wrote things like, 'When a gentleman associates with others, nothing is more important than keeping one's word.' I thought you were preparing a lesson.
陈花: It's because you saw my message and didn't reply for two whole hours! I've been seeing tons of videos about 'in accordance with the Rites of Zhou' lately, so I wrote something in that style.
刘娜: I see. I was wondering why something as trivial as not replying on WeChat required calling on ancient sages to dispense justice.
陈花: That's exactly the joke. Instead of simply saying, 'Why didn't you reply to me?', you have to start with 'I once heard that...', then tell a story about someone from ancient times, and finally ask, 'Can this really be in accordance with the Rites of Zhou?'
刘娜: And it isn't actually Classical Chinese. Most of it is still modern Chinese, just with words like 'gentleman,' 'rites,' and 'trustworthiness' thrown in to make it sound extremely solemn.
陈花: Right. People online are even calling this style 'the Great Rites of Zhou Era.' The more trivial the matter, like eating or replying to messages, the funnier it is when you write about it as though it were an affair of state.
刘娜: Then I should respond in kind: I once heard that when friends gather, punctuality is of the utmost importance. Last time, you were forty minutes late. Is this truly the conduct of a gentleman?
陈花: All right, all right, I surrender! I'll definitely be on time next time. Otherwise, if you ask me, 'Is this in accordance with the Rites of Zhou?', I really won't have any comeback.

Xiaobao accidentally breaks something that belongs to Xiaomei. Xiaomei gets very upset, but in the end they understand each other and become friends again.

我们和好吧 - Let's Make Up [HSK 2]Download the app here:

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Chinese Listening | 중국어 리스닝 | 中国語リスニング | Аудирование по китайскому языку | Nghe tiếng Trung | Mendengarkan bahasa Mandarin | Escucha en chino | การฟังภาษาจีน | Chinesisches Hören | Écoute du chinois | Ascolto cinese | Audição em chinês | चीनी सुनना | الاستماع إلى اللغة الصينية

《English Translation》

小美: Xiaobao, why did you damage my book?
小宝: I'm sorry... I didn't do it on purpose.
小美: But I really liked that book!
小宝: I know. I'm really sorry.
小美: ...Did you do it on purpose?
小宝: No. When I picked it up, it fell.
小美: ...You really didn't mean to?
小宝: Really. Xiaomei, are you still angry?
小美: ...I'm not angry anymore. I spoke too loudly just now. I'm sorry.
小宝: It's okay. From now on, I'll ask you before I take your things, okay?
小美: Okay. We're still good friends.
小宝: We'll always be good friends!

An internet influencer collapsed and was rescued after attempting a hike on Mount Emei that was beyond his physical ability, sparking public discussion about the trend of “risking one's life for online traffic.”

为了流量去冒险 - Risking Your Life for Views [HSK 5]Download the app here:

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Chinese Listening | 중국어 리스닝 | 中国語リスニング | Аудирование по китайскому языку | Nghe tiếng Trung | Mendengarkan bahasa Mandarin | Escucha en chino | การฟังภาษาจีน | Chinesisches Hören | Écoute du chinois | Ascolto cinese | Audição em chinês | चीनी सुनना | الاستماع إلى اللغة الصينية

《English Translation》

黄刚: Did you see yesterday's news? An influencer was hiking on Mount Emei and suddenly collapsed halfway up the mountain.
陈花: Yes. I heard the scenic area immediately sent a rescue team with oxygen and a stretcher, and they safely brought him down the mountain.
黄刚: He weighs over 300 jin and has rarely exercised for a long time. Honestly, his physical condition wasn't suitable for such an intense climb.
陈花: But he insisted on continuing anyway. In the end, he collapsed because of a lack of oxygen and exhaustion. It was really dangerous.
黄刚: Nowadays, some influencers like to take on extreme challenges just to attract more attention. It seems the more dangerous it is, the more views they get.
陈花: The problem is that it not only puts themselves at risk, but also uses up public rescue resources. If an even more serious accident happened, the consequences would be much worse.
黄刚: I think there's nothing wrong with sharing your life, but you shouldn't treat dangerous adventures as performances, or make others think this kind of behavior is worth copying.
陈花: Exactly. I hope everyone pays more attention to safety in the future. What truly earns lasting recognition is valuable content, not gambling your life for online traffic.

The cat at his friend's house always runs away, which makes David very sad. Liu Na comforts him and says that's just how cats are.

猫不喜欢我 - The Cat Doesn't Like Me [HSK 2]Download the app here:

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Chinese Listening | 중국어 리스닝 | 中国語リスニング | Аудирование по китайскому языку | Nghe tiếng Trung | Mendengarkan bahasa Mandarin | Escucha en chino | การฟังภาษาจีน | Chinesisches Hören | Écoute du chinois | Ascolto cinese | Audição em chinês | चीनी सुनना | الاستماع إلى اللغة الصينية

《English Translation》

大卫: Teacher, my friend has a cat, but it doesn't like me.
刘娜: Why? What did it do?
大卫: Whenever I go near it, it runs away and hides under the bed.
刘娜: Cats are just like that. Don't be sad.
大卫: But it really likes my friend. It follows him around every day.
刘娜: The cat has known your friend for many years. It doesn't know you yet.
大卫: Then what should I do to make it like me?
刘娜: Don't look at it or move. Just sit nearby.
大卫: Really? It's that easy?
刘娜: Yes. The cat will come over to check you out on its own. Just wait a little, and it'll come.
大卫: Okay, next time I go to my friend's house, I'll just sit still!
刘娜: I hope that cat warms up to you soon.

Huang Gang teaches Xiaopan how to write a short business email, covering the basics of greetings, content, and closing.

怎么写工作邮件 - How to Write a Work Email [HSK 3]Download the app here:

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《English Translation》

黄刚: Xiaopan, today I'll teach you how to write a short work email.
小潘: Great! I send emails sometimes, but I don't know how to write a work email.
黄刚: Start with a greeting, such as "Hello." Then briefly explain the matter. Don't make it too long.
小潘: Then can I write: "Hello, I'm Xiaopan. I'd like to send you the event materials." Is that okay?
黄刚: Yes. After that, add a sentence like, "Please find the attachment." That makes it clearer.
小潘: I understand. Should I also write "Thank you" at the end?
黄刚: That's right. You can write "Thank you" or "Sincerely," and then sign your name.
小潘: Now I see. A work email should be simple, clear, and polite. I'll try writing one.

A woman paid for a matchmaking service but was introduced to two men who were not single, raising concerns about how member information is verified.

婚介所信息不真实 - Inaccurate Information at a Matchmaking Agency [HSK 4]Download the app here:

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Chinese Listening | 중국어 리스닝 | 中国語リスニング | Аудирование по китайскому языку | Nghe tiếng Trung | Mendengarkan bahasa Mandarin | Escucha en chino | การฟังภาษาจีน | Chinesisches Hören | Écoute du chinois | Ascolto cinese | Audição em chinês | चीनी सुनना | الاستماع إلى اللغة الصينية

《English Translation》

优子: Teacher Liu, my friend has been thinking about going to a matchmaking agency, but I just saw a news story that made me a little worried.
刘娜: Do you mean the woman in Shandong? She paid for matchmaking services but was introduced to two men in a row who were not single.
优子: Didn't the agency verify their marital status first?
刘娜: They only asked members to sign a declaration stating that they were single and said customers had to judge the real situation themselves.
优子: Then what is the point of paying a service fee? The matchmaking agency should verify important information first.
刘娜: Exactly. Legal professionals also believe that paid matchmaking agencies should conduct careful checks instead of shifting all responsibility onto customers.
优子: I heard the relevant authorities are currently regulating matchmaking agencies. Hopefully, management will become stricter in the future.
刘娜: Tell your friend not to rush into paying. They should carefully read the contract and the refund terms first.

Teacher Li Fang guides Xiaomei in observing everyday objects and learning to describe them with simple and natural expressions.

认识事物的样子 - Recognizing What Things Look Like [HSK 3]Download the app here:

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《English Translation》

李芳: Xiaomei, today we'll learn some words to describe what things look like, okay?
小美: Okay! I love talking about what things look like!
李芳: Look, this apple is big, and this apple is small.
小美: This big apple looks delicious!
李芳: Very good. This toy is new, and this one is old.
小美: I like new toys! The old one is a little worn out.
李芳: This piece of clothing is nice, but this one isn't very nice.
小美: This one is good! That one is a little broken.
李芳: Finally, this room is very clean, and this flower is very beautiful.
小美: I'm going to make my room clean too, and grow beautiful flowers!

An AI-generated image won first prize in a photography competition. After an investigation, the organizers revoked the award.

AI图片参加摄影比赛 - An AI-Generated Image Enters a Photography Competition [HSK 4]Download the app here:

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《English Translation》

小宝: Big brother, why do the words on that person's clothes in this picture look so strange?
小刚: Because it's not a real photo. It's an image created by artificial intelligence.
小宝: Can an AI-generated image also enter a photography competition?
小刚: This competition required all entries to be real photographs, but the creator didn't say it was AI-generated, and it even won first prize.
小宝: That's not fair to the people who worked hard to take real photos!
小刚: That's right. After people noticed the problem, the organizers investigated and finally canceled the award.
小宝: Will they check more carefully in the future?
小刚: Yes. The competition has been paused for now while the rules are reviewed. AI can help people create, but it shouldn't pretend to be a real photograph.
小宝: I understand now. You have to be honest when entering a competition.

Police uncovered an illegal interprovincial tobacco supply chain. Some of the tobacco was processed at a livestock farm before being sold at rural markets.

集市散装烟丝安全吗 - Is Loose Tobacco from the Market Safe? [HSK 5]Download the app here:

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《English Translation》

赵强: My dad bought several more bags of loose tobacco at the market today. They were only two yuan a bag, and he said they were much cheaper than cigarettes from a store.
黄刚: You should persuade him not to smoke it. The police recently cracked a case involving tobacco that was specifically sold to elderly people in rural areas.
赵强: It may be cheap, but is there really something wrong with it? My dad said the vendor promised that the tobacco leaves were homegrown.
黄刚: The problem is very serious. The production site was hidden inside a chicken farm in Yunnan. The tobacco was piled directly on the ground and mixed with manure, weeds, and dust.
赵强: That is far too filthy. Surely they would not keep selling moldy tobacco leaves, would they?
黄刚: They sprayed baijiu on them to cover the smell of mold and then processed them into shredded tobacco. The police seized a total of 3.66 metric tons of tobacco and more than two million empty cigarette tubes.
赵强: So it was not made by a small vendor at all, but by an entire illegal supply chain. Does shredded tobacco also require a license?
黄刚: Of course. Shredded tobacco is subject to the same state monopoly controls as cigarettes. Producing or selling it without a license may be illegal, and offenders may even face prison if the amount exceeds a certain threshold.
赵强: I will throw away the tobacco my dad bought tonight and remind him not to risk his health just to save a few yuan.