When should I start learning Mandarin?

There are several different tones (read more here) so in short – if you want to be able to speak it with a native accent, the earlier you start, the better. For children, it would be best if they could start learning before the age of 12. However there is no age limit for true bilingualism.

How can I memorize Chinese fast?

How to Memorize Chinese Characters: It’s Easier Than You Think

1. Break Down Chinese Characters. Parts of a Chinese Character.
2. Go Back in Time.
3. Write, Write, Write!
4. Read Parallel Texts.
5. Sign up for Calligraphy Classes.
6. Watch Chinese TV Shows, Movies and Videos.
7. Embrace the Wonders of Karaoke.

What is the best age to start learning pinyin?

Introductory Chinese lessons typically feature Pinyin in American secondary schools and colleges. In China and Singapore, children learn it in primary (elementary) school before Chinese characters. However, American Mandarin immersion programs tend to wait until around age 6-9 (after children have mastered English reading).

Should you learn characters or sounds first when learning Chinese?

The short answer is that it makes sense to focus on the spoken language first, thus delaying learning characters. Learning characters becomes easier the more Chinese you know, but learning the sounds of the spoken language actually becomes harder the longer you wait.

How can I start learning Mandarin Chinese?

To start building listening comprehension, try ChinesePod, as they have over 400 lessons for newbies that you can download onto your phone and listen to on your way to school, work, or hang out with friends. You may have heard that Mandarin Chinese is a tonal language.

Is it possible to learn Chinese on my own?

Let’s face it, learning Chinese is not for everybody and it requires investing lots of precious time to become good at it. To help you learn for yourself whether you are willing to invest your own time into learning the language, try taking a free online class with Tutor Mandarin and eChineseLearning.