Chinese Mandarin Classes in Washington, DC

Equivalent to HSK 6 Goals:  Can understand with ease virtually everything heard or read.  Can summarize information from different spoken and written sources of Chinese language, reconstructing arguments and accounts in a coherent presentation.  Can express him/herself spontaneously, very fluently and precisely, differentiating...

Alright, we know you can introduce yourself and make a damn good impression in Mandarin. In Chinese 2, we’ll teach you how to take the conversation further. This class is for you if you're familiar with pinyin basics, tones/pronunciation, and can say simple sentences. Level 2 is for those who are beginning to gain some understanding of the tones,...

Equivalent to HSK 5-6 Goals:  Can understand a wide range of demanding, longer Mandarin texts, and recognize implicit meaning.  Can express him/herself fluently and spontaneously without much obvious searching for expressions.  Can use language flexibly and effectively for social, academic and professional purposes.  Can produce...

Level 3 is for those who are beginning to gain some confidence in basic Mandarin as well as the initial vocabulary needed for conversation on a limited range of topics. In Level 3, the professor focuses on application of the core concepts of earlier levels, accuracy in pronunciation and conversational ability. Class will focus on developing more complex...

This series is devoted to creating a solid foundation for future language fluency. At the end of this course series, the student will be able to  talk about him/herself express likes and dislikes understand basic and complex grammar use phrases to describe oneself and/or other people, places or things use simple and complex verb tenses to...

This series is devoted to creating a solid foundation for future language fluency. At the end of this course series, the student will be able to  talk about him/herself express likes and dislikes understand basic and complex grammar use phrases to describe oneself and/or other people, places or things use simple and complex verb tenses...

Take advantage of this time at home to jump start your language learning with our live online intensive 10-day courses that meet Monday - Friday via Zoom. Cover all of the absolute beginner (Intro 1) curriculum in just 2 weeks, 1 hour a day!

Ni hao! Ni hao ma? This course is ideal for beginners and false beginners students to learn the basics of listening, speaking, reading, and writing in Mandarin. Each week, the class focuses on a different practical use of the language through fun, immersive lessons.  By the end of the course, students grow more confident in understanding and...

FOCUS OF THIS PROGRAM: As a starting course, our Beginner-Level I Mandarin Chinese program helps learners to master Mandarin Chinese language systematically. This well-received course mainly focuses on speaking, reading and listening comprehension. Chinese culture & business etiquette are an integral part of this program. STRUCTURE OF THIS PROGRAM:...

Our beginner class is best suited for those who are brand new to Japanese, or who have studied in the past but need to brush up their skills.  By completing this course: you will learn how to introduce yourself describe your family and friends ask for directions express your likes and dislikes and even confidently order at your favorite...

Our beginner class is best suited for those who are brand new to Mandarin, or who have studied in the past but need to brush up their skills.  By completing this course: you will learn how to introduce yourself describe your family and friends ask for directions express your likes and dislikes and even confidently order at your favorite...

Alright, we know you can introduce yourself and make a damn good impression in Mandarin. In Chinese 2, we’ll teach you how to take the conversation further. This class is for you if you're familiar with pinyin basics, pronunciation, and can say simple sentences. HERE'S WHAT TO EXPECT KNOW BEFORE YOU GO  Start here if you’ve already completed...

We get it, you don’t know anything more than “nĭ hăo” and “xièxie,” or maybe you’ve taken a decade off. Either way, you’re ready for that all to change by learning Mandarin in Chinese 1. This class is perfect for you if you're completely new to the language and want to get the basics down to start speaking conversational Chinese. ...