Alex is late for the recording (again), but this time he has a valid excuse: Beijing traffic. Or does he?
In this episode, Lulu teaches the essential survival phrases for when you are running late in China. Learn why Chinese people talk about "horses" when they are in a hurry, and how to lie politely about your location.
🔥 Key Vocabulary in This Episode:
1. 堵车 (Dǔ chē) - Traffic jam (The universal excuse).
2. 马上 (Mǎ shàng) - Immediately / "I'll be right there" (Literal meaning: "On a horse").
3. 快到了 (Kuài dào le) - Almost there (Use this even if you are still at home).
👉 Cultural Insight: The concept of "China Time" and why "Immediately" (Ma Shang) usually means "in 10 minutes... maybe."
Don't be late! Tune in now!