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For questions about the process and techniques used to learn Chinese or its topolects.

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Is there a lot of value in learning to write Chinese characters?

Most individuals who have been successful in learning Chinese to date are analytical thinkers who do not mind repetition, because the methods used to teach Chinese are largely based on memorization and …
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What good resources are available to assist first-time travellers to learn basic Chinese?

In the US, Albany Language Learning or Fluency Fast do this sort of course. … Full disclosure: I work for Albany Language Learning. But if I knew more sources I'd point you to them. People just get a lot farther in a shorter time when preparing for travel in this way. …
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Useful resources for learning Taiwanese?

When we finish these three books [each one is like an inch thick], we can really start learning the language!") …
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Are children's books a good starting place for beginners?

No. Children's books are written -- not surprisingly -- for little native speakers. These are little people who have an astonishingly broad vocabulary at age three. And that vocabulary includes many w …
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