wonderhowto_01.png

Language

Have you ever wondered how to curse in another language? These how-to videos will teach you much more than that.
"How to Say "it's too expensive" in Chinese" cover image
May 16, 2008

In China, bargaining is a way of life. Learn how to bargain like the locals with the help of this video. ...

"How to Say "I want to buy" in Chinese" cover image
May 16, 2008

When you have found what you want to buy something in China, you need to know how to communicate your intention. ...

"How to Ask for directions in Chinese & direct a cab driver" cover image
May 16, 2008

Having the ability to ask for directions and to direct a cab driver makes living in China a much easier experience. ...

"How to Pronounce Chinese tones" cover image
May 16, 2008

Chinese is a tonal language, so having a basic understanding of how it works will help you progress in the language quickly and to avoid big misunderstandings. ...

"How to Say "I don't speak Chinese!" in Chinese" cover image
May 16, 2008

This is a great phrase for all of you who look Chinese but can't speak. This will save you a lot of trouble when you're in China. You'll be able to be polite and ask if they can speak in English bac ...

"How to Ask "do you speak English?" in Chinese" cover image
May 16, 2008

If you can find people who speak English in China, you'll probably get where you want to go faster. Memorize this basic Chinese phrase and feel a lot more secure once you get to China! ...

"How to Say "I want to go..." in Chinese" cover image
May 16, 2008

With a little luck, this basic phrase will help get you anywhere you want in China! Every tourist or expert needs to learn this phrase before they step foot in China. ...

"How to Say "how are you?" in Chinese" cover image
May 16, 2008

Chinese language textbooks often do not teach the colloquial way to say, "How are you?" or "What's going on?" However, this is a really practical phrase that can open up all kinds of conversation oppo ...

"How to Pronounce the word "thwart" in English" cover image
May 16, 2008

Today's word is "thwart". This is a verb which means to prevent from accomplishing a purpose or a plan. For example, you can say "The police thwarted three terrorist attacks at LAX last month." ...

"How to Speak Chinese" cover image
May 16, 2008

Many Chinese language textbooks will teach a greeting that translates as "How are you?" but they are not telling you that this greeting is typically not used in China. Learn how real Chinese people s ...