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Improve your Chinese with short, fun dialogues! 🎧 Each episode features practical conversations about daily life, trends, and culture, with content available for four different levels of learners.For more, check out our app on the App Store and Google Play. Access full scripts, translations in 8 languages, and pinyin support to boost your learning.Download the "Chinese Short Dialogue" app today and dive deeper into Chinese language and culture!Learn Chinese(学习中文) in different languages:Chinese Listening중국어 리스닝中国語リスニングАудирование по китайскому языкуNghe tiếng TrungMendengarkan bahasa MandarinEscucha en chinoการฟังภาษาจีนChinesisches HörenÉcoute du chinoisAscolto cineseAudição em chinêsचीनी सुननाالاستماع إلى اللغة الصينية

老公厕变咖啡店? - Old Public Toilet Turned into a Café? [HSK 3]
Yesterday at 7:00 PM

A café converted from an old public toilet sparked controversy and was sealed by urban management.

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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》

小宝: Brother, have you heard? A café used to be a public toilet. So amazing!
小刚: Yes, that place used to be an old public toilet, and later someone renovated it into a café.
小宝: Wouldn't it smell inside? Do people dare drink coffee there?
小刚: I heard the ren...


数一数教室里的东西 - Counting Things in the Classroom [HSK 2]
Last Saturday at 7:00 PM

Li Fang and Xiaomei count objects in the classroom using numbers and measure words to help Xiaomei become familiar with quantity expressions.

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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, shall we count the things in the classroom?
小美: Sure! I’ll start with the chairs. One, two, three… ten chairs.
李芳: Very good. Remember to say ‘ten chairs’. How about the tables?
小美: There are five tables.
李芳: Correct. H...


网络自嘲文化的智慧 - The Wisdom of Self-Deprecating Internet Culture [HSK 5]
Last Friday at 7:00 PM

Exploring the humor and social psychology behind using the word ‘dog’ in Chinese internet self-deprecating expressions.

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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, I often see young people online calling themselves ‘single dogs’ and ‘overtime dogs’. Are they insulting themselves? I don’t really understand.
刘娜: It’s not an insult, but a humorous way of laughing at oneself! ‘Single dog’ is used by single people to playfully describe not having a partner...


宿舍可以随便直播吗? - Can You Livestream Freely in the Dorm? [HSK 3]
Last Thursday at 7:00 PM

College students livestreaming in dormitories has sparked debates about privacy and shared living spaces.

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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, I saw that some university students in China like livestreaming in their dorms. Is that allowed?
刘娜: Actually, livestreaming in the dorm is convenient, but it may affect roommates. For example, some people may want to rest or study.
优子: Yes, if someone livestreamed all the time, I would fe...


被剥削的智障工人 - Exploited Mentally Disabled Worker [HSK 5]
Last Wednesday at 7:00 PM

A mentally disabled worker was forced to work in a brick factory for many years, and his wages were taken by the foreman.

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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》

小潘: Teacher Liu, I saw a very heartbreaking news story. A mentally disabled worker worked in a brick factory for many years, and all his wages were taken by the foreman.
刘娜: Yes, I saw it too. He moved hundreds of thousands of bricks e...


我是小帮手 - I'm a Little Helper [HSK 1]
Last Tuesday at 7:00 PM

小宝 and 小美 talk about helping their mother today and find it interesting.

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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: 小宝, what did you do today?
小宝: I helped my mom with some chores.
小美: What did you help your mom with?
小宝: I helped my mom sweep the floor.
小美: You know how to sweep the floor?
小宝: Yes, it's very easy.
小美: I helped my mom wash apples today.
小宝: You did a great job!
小美: Thanks, we'r


学校可以有“无作业日”了! - Schools Can Have a 'No-Homework Day'! [HSK 3]
12/08/2025

A new policy encourages one 'no-homework day' each week, making students happier.

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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》

小宝: Brother, what is a 'no-homework day'? The teacher said that in the future there will be a day when we don’t have to do homework.
小刚: A 'no-homework day' means the school won’t assign homework one day a week, so everyone can relax a bit.
小宝: Wow, then can I play more?
小刚...


起跑线上的教育竞赛 - The Education Race at the Starting Line [HSK 5]
12/07/2025

Exploring exam pressure, the 'chicken baby' phenomenon, and family expectations in Chinese education culture.

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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, I saw many children in my neighborhood carrying heavy schoolbags and attending all kinds of tutoring classes on weekends. Do Chinese children really face that much study pressure?
刘娜: Yes, that’s true. In China, there’s a saying: ‘Don’t lose at the starting line.’ Many parents arrange va...


马来西亚游客:在中国很幸福 - Malaysian Tourist: 'I Feel Happy in China' [HSK 3]
12/06/2025

A Malaysian tourist praised China for being happy and safe, sparking heated discussion online.

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《English Translation》

小潘: Teacher Liu, I saw the news! A Malaysian tourist said ‘Chinese people are very happy,’ and it went viral online.
刘娜: Yes, recently many foreign tourists visiting China have said that it’s very safe, transportation is convenient, and life feels happy here.
小潘: Since I came to Beijing, I’ve also...


中国人平均寿命达79岁 - Average Life Expectancy in China Reaches 79 Years [HSK 4]
12/05/2025

The average life expectancy in China has risen to 79 years, and the elderly population has exceeded 300 million.

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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》

陈花: Honey, did you see the news? The Ministry of Civil Affairs said that the average life expectancy in China has now reached 79 years, five years higher than the world average.
黄刚: Yes, I saw it. That’s really good news. It shows that our living standards and medical c...


比较快慢和多少 - Comparing Speed and Quantity [HSK 2]
12/04/2025

Li Fang and Xiaomei learn to use sentences comparing speed and quantity through games and competition.

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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: Teacher Li, I ran faster than you this time!
李芳: Yes, you really ran fast—I was a bit slower.
小美: Let's see who collected more leaves.
李芳: Okay, you count how many you have first.
小美: I have five. How about you?
李芳: I only have three, so you have m...


年轻人流行“租着旅行” - Young People Popularize 'Renting for Travel' [HSK 4]
12/03/2025

More and more young people choose to rent items like cameras and drones when traveling.

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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, I saw the news saying that many young people in China don’t buy cameras for travel anymore but rent them instead. Is that true?
刘娜: Yes, it’s true. Nowadays, 'renting instead of buying' is very popular. For example, you can rent a high-end camera for ab...


每八人就有一人心理有困扰 - One in Eight People Have Mental Health Issues [HSK 3]
12/02/2025

Mental health problems are common worldwide, and China is strengthening psychological services and awareness.

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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》

小潘: Teacher Liu, I saw in the news that one in every eight people has a mental health problem. Is that true?
刘娜: Yes, it's true. Many people experience anxiety, stress, or trouble sleeping, but they don't realize these are signs of psychological issues.
小潘: Do they all ne...


象棋大师“买卖棋”案宣判 - Verdict in the Xiangqi Grandmasters’ 'Match-Fixing' Case [HSK 6]
12/01/2025

Top Xiangqi grandmasters including Wang Tianyi were sentenced, triggering reflection on anti-corruption within the chess community.

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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》

赵强: Huang Gang, did you see the news about Wang Tianyi’s case? I never thought the top figure in Chinese chess would be sentenced for bribery and match-fixing.
黄刚: I saw it. The impact is huge. Wang Tianyi confessed in court and admitted to taking money multiple tim...


中国是世界上很安全的国家 - China Is One of the Safest Countries in the World [HSK 2]
11/30/2025

A recent survey shows that China ranks third in global safety, and people feel secure even going out at night.

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《English Translation》

小宝: Brother, Mom said China is very safe. Is that true?
小刚: It’s true! An American company conducted a survey showing that China is the third safest country in the world.
小宝: Then is it dangerous to go out at night?
小刚: Don’t worry. Many people f...


嫖娼猝死索赔案判决 - Court Ruling in Sudden-Death Compensation Case During Prostitution [HSK 5]
11/29/2025

After a man died suddenly, his family sought over one million yuan in compensation, but the court found no causal link and dismissed the claim.

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《English Translation》

陈花: Honey, did you see the news? A man died suddenly while buying sex, and his family actually demanded over one million yuan from the woman.
黄刚: I did. The court ultimately rejected the family’s request because i...


小美的房间真漂亮 - Xiaomei’s Room Is So Beautiful [HSK 1]
11/28/2025

Xiaobao visits Xiaomei’s home, and Xiaomei shows him her room.

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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》

小宝: Xiaomei, may I come in?
小美: Sure, come in!
小宝: Your room is really clean.
小美: Thank you! I clean my room every day.
小宝: Your desk looks nice, too.
小美: This is my favorite desk.
小宝: There are books and a teddy bear on the desk. So cute.
小美: Yes, the teddy bear is my friend.


无人机窗外悬停引发隐私担忧 - Drone Hovering Outside a Window Raises Privacy Concerns [HSK 4]
11/27/2025

A drone hovering near residential windows sparks discussions about privacy and legality.

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《English Translation》

优子: Teacher Liu, I saw news online today—there was a girl who had just finished showering on her balcony and found a drone outside her window. That’s so scary!
刘娜: Yes, many people are worried that drones might invade their home privacy. Even though no illegal filming was found this time...


演唱会该坐着看还是站着看? - Should You Sit or Stand at a Concert? [HSK 3]
11/26/2025

At a Mayday concert, differences between sitting and standing habits led to conflict, sparking heated debate.

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《English Translation》

小宝: Brother, I saw in the news that people got into a fight at a concert. Why?
小刚: Because the people in front were standing, and those in the back who wanted to sit couldn’t see anything.
小宝: Oh, but aren’t concerts supposed to be watched sitting down? There are...


比较大小和长短 - Comparing Size and Length [HSK 2]
11/25/2025

Li Fang uses everyday objects to guide Xiaomei in learning how to use comparative sentences to describe differences in size and length.

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《English Translation》

李芳: Xiaomei, look at these two pencils. Which one is longer?
小美: The blue one is longer.
李芳: Right. Then which one is shorter?
小美: The red one is a bit shorter.
李芳: Now, look at these two apples. Which one is bigger?
小美: The apple on...


现代艺术大生意 - The Big Business of Modern Art [HSK 3]
11/24/2025

小美 sells her ‘special’ modern art, and 小宝 feels both confused and curious.

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《English Translation》

小宝: 小美, what is this black circle?
小美: This is my new artwork, it’s called ‘The Moon’s Dream’!
小宝: But… why is there only one circle?
小美: Because it’s very special, everyone who sees it will feel something different.
小宝: Really? How much does this cost?
小美: One hundred million yuan.
小宝: Wow, so expensive! Why is i...


育儿假为何“有假难休”? - Why Is Parental Leave So Hard to Take? [HSK 5]
11/23/2025

Many regions have introduced parental leave policies, but men often face rejection or are even marked as absent without leave when they apply.

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《English Translation》

黄刚: Hua, did you notice the recent news? Many places now have parental leave policies, but people say it's hard to actually take the leave.
陈花: I saw that, especially for men — some companies treat paternity leave as absenteeism and may...


李若彤被怀疑护照造假 - Li Ruotong Suspected of Passport Fraud [HSK 4]
11/22/2025

At 59, Li Ruotong was mistaken by Thai customs for having a fake passport because she looked so young.

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《English Translation》

优子: Liu, did you hear? The actress Li Ruotong went to Thailand and was suspected by customs of having a fake passport.
刘娜: I heard! She’s 59 this year but looks like she’s 30, no wonder they misunderstood.
优子: That’s amazing! I know her from TV dramas — her ski...


南甜北咸的美食密码 - The Flavor Map of China: Sweet South, Salty North [HSK 4]
11/21/2025

Exploring the geographic and historical roots of the Chinese saying 'sweet in the south, salty in the north; spicy in the east, sour in the west.'

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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》

小潘: After coming to Beijing, I noticed something interesting. The cafeteria dishes are quite salty, but when I went to Shanghai, the food was a bit sweet. Is that just a coincidence?
刘娜: It’s not a coincidence! There’s an old s...


周杰伦演唱会的假票风波 - The Fake Ticket Scandal at Jay Chou’s Concert [HSK 4]
11/20/2025

Fake tickets and forced entry incidents occurred at Jay Chou’s concert, leading to police involvement.

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《English Translation》

优子: Teacher Liu, I saw the news! At Jay Chou’s concert, someone was taken away by the police for using a fake ticket. Is that true?
刘娜: It’s true. At the Shanghai concert, some scalpers sold fake tickets, and someone even tried to force their way in. They wer...


为什么越来越多俄罗斯人来中国旅游? - Why Are More and More Russians Traveling to China? [HSK 3]
11/19/2025

China is attracting large numbers of Russian tourists with its prices and culture, promoting exchange.

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《English Translation》

小宝: Brother, did you know? Recently, a lot of Russians have come to travel in China!
小刚: I saw it on the news too—this summer, nearly 900,000 people have come. They stay in China for about nine days on average, much more than before.
小宝: Why don’t they go to other pl...


小小侦探破案了 - The Little Detective Solved the Case [HSK 3]
11/12/2025

小美 is a detective, and 小宝 claims to have an alibi, but 小美 uncovers the truth.

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《English Translation》

小美: 小宝, who ate this chocolate?
小宝: It wasn’t me, I have an alibi.
小美: Where do you say you were?
小宝: I was in the living room watching TV.
小美: But there are chocolate fingerprints on the TV.
小宝: Huh? Really?
小美: Yes, and there’s also your cup on the table.
小宝: Uh… that’s where...


中国新球员闪耀NBA - China’s New Player Shines in the NBA [HSK 3]
11/11/2025

Chinese rookie Yang Hansen drew attention with an impressive performance in the NBA preseason.

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《English Translation》

小宝: Brother, did you watch the basketball game yesterday? I heard from Dad that there was a Chinese player who played really well!
小刚: Of course I watched! His name is Yang Hansen, and he’s a new player in the NBA. Yesterday he scored sixteen points in just seventeen minutes on the court...


六个字的名字可以登记吗? - Can a Six-Character Name Be Registered? [HSK 3]
11/10/2025

In Nanchang, a woman named her mixed-heritage daughter “武雪丽莎芭蕊,” a longer-than-usual name that sparked debate.

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《English Translation》

小潘: Teacher Liu, I saw in the news that a little girl is named “武雪丽莎芭蕊.” Her name has six characters—so unique!
刘娜: Yes. Her mother is Chinese and her father is Israeli, so they chose a name that blends Chinese and foreign elements.
小潘: I see. I thought Chinese names are usually short.
刘娜: Generally they are...


我要创业啦! - I’m Starting a Business! [HSK 3]
11/09/2025

Xiaobao wants to start his own company and asks Xiaomei to invest in his idea.

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《English Translation》

小宝: Sister Xiaomei, I want to open a juice shop.
小美: Wow, that sounds interesting! Why do you want to open a juice shop?
小宝: Because I love drinking juice and want everyone to be healthy.
小美: What special kinds of juice will your shop have?
小宝: It will have apple juice...


茶香里的中国文化 - Chinese Culture in the Fragrance of Tea [HSK 5]
11/08/2025

Exploring the profound meaning and modern relevance of Chinese tea culture, from the six major types of tea to social etiquette.

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《English Translation》

优子: Teacher Liu, when I watch palace dramas, I notice that people in ancient times paid great attention to tea drinking and had many rituals. Do people in China still do that now?
刘娜: Tea culture is indeed the essence of Chinese tradition! Altho...


血缘还是亲情?婚姻信任危机 - Blood Ties or Affection? A Marriage Trust Crisis [HSK 6]
11/07/2025

A man in Hebei discovered that the two children from his 22-year marriage were not biologically his, prompting public reflection on the nature of trust and family bonds.

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《English Translation》

黄刚: Hua, did you see the news? Mr. Jiang from Shandong found out after 22 years of marriage that both children aren’t his. There’s a huge debate online.
陈花: I saw it too, and I feel really heavy-hear...


我是美国总统 - I Am the President of the United States [HSK 3]
11/06/2025

Xiaomei plays the role of the U.S. president, and Xiaobao is a reporter interviewing her with questions.

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《English Translation》

小宝: Xiaomei, you just became the president of the United States. Are you happy?
小美: I’m very happy, but also a little nervous.
小宝: What do you most want to do after becoming president?
小美: I want the United States and China to be friends. Everyone can pl...


“看不见”的她,帮我看见世界 - The 'Invisible' Her Helped Me See the World [HSK 4]
11/05/2025

How visually impaired PhD Huang Ying changes stereotypes through her actions.

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《English Translation》

刘娜: Xiao Pan, do you know what day it is today?
小潘: It's the International Day of the Blind, right? I just saw a news story about a blind PhD named Huang Ying. Her story really moved me.
刘娜: Yes. Although she can't see, she studies every day with screen-reading software and even...


数字里的吉凶密码 - The Auspicious and Inauspicious Codes in Numbers [HSK 4]
11/04/2025

Unveiling the cultural reasons why Chinese people favor the number 8 and avoid the number 4.

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《English Translation》

小潘: Teacher Liu, my dorm building is strange. In the elevator there’s no 4th floor—it jumps from 3 to 5. Why is that?
刘娜: That’s very common in China! Because the pronunciation of 4 is similar to 'death' (死), people consider it unlucky, so many buildings avoid the number 4.
小潘...


纯牛奶禁用复原乳新规 - New Regulation on Pure Milk: Reconstituted Milk Prohibited [HSK 3]
11/03/2025

The new rule requires that room-temperature pure milk must be made with 100% raw milk, without adding reconstituted milk.

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《English Translation》

小宝: Brother, Grandma said the milk is healthier now when I drank it today. Why is that?
小刚: Because from today, pure milk can no longer contain 'reconstituted milk'—it must be made only from fresh milk.
小宝: What is reconstituted milk? Is it fake milk?
小刚...


美国前驻华大使承认低估中国 - Former US Ambassador Admits Underestimating China [HSK 7]
11/02/2025

Burns stated that China demonstrates long-term advantages in technology, military, and strategic planning, and the US should be wary of underestimation.

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《English Translation》

王明月: Master, did you see? Former US Ambassador to China, Burns, actually said they have long underestimated China's technological and military strength.
陈智高: Hmm, that’s not surprising. As the saying goes, 'You can’t see the true face of Mount Lu because you are in the...


广东人为什么撕纸巾? - Why Do People in Guangdong Tear Napkins? [HSK 3]
11/01/2025

The habit of tearing napkins in Guangdong reflects a culture of frugality and sharing, sparking curiosity online.

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《English Translation》

小潘: Teacher Liu, I saw online that people in Guangdong like to tear napkins apart. That's so strange.
刘娜: Yes, it's a very common habit. People in Guangdong tear napkins into two or four pieces to share with everyone.
小潘: But why do they do that? Isn't it more conveni...


大二女生宿舍产子引思考 - Sophomore Giving Birth in Dorm Sparks Reflection [HSK 5]
10/31/2025

The incident exposes problems of inadequate family and sex education.

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《English Translation》

陈花: Old Huang, did you see the news? A sophomore girl actually gave birth in her dorm—it’s really shocking.
黄刚: I saw it too. Mother and child are both safe, which is a small blessing in misfortune. But what’s more worrying is that it reveals problems in education and family life.
陈花: Exactly...


理发店的小客人 - The Little Guest at the Barber Shop [HSK 2]
10/30/2025

小美 plays the hairdresser, and 小宝 is the customer who wants a handsome haircut.

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《English Translation》

小美: Welcome to the barber shop, please have a seat!
小宝: Hairdresser, please give me a cool and handsome haircut.
小美: Okay, would you like it a bit shorter?
小宝: Yes, shorter and nicer.
小美: Please don’t move, I’ll start cutting now.
小宝: I won’t move. How is it going?
小美: Almost done, it looks ve...