Situational Chinese Learning
Master real-life Chinese through 119 practical scenarios — from survival basics to business fluency
What is Situational Chinese?
This comprehensive learning system organizes Chinese language around real-life situations you’ll actually encounter. Instead of memorizing isolated vocabulary, you’ll learn complete expressions, cultural context, and practical phrases that native speakers really use — from ordering coffee to negotiating business deals.
Task-Based Learning
Each scenario solves a real communication need
Natural Expressions
Learn what people actually say, not textbook phrases
Cultural Context
Understand the “why” behind Chinese expressions
Modern China Focus
Digital life, apps, and contemporary scenarios
Module Overview
Module 0: The Toolkit
Essential building blocks used across all scenarios — numbers, money, time, measure words, modal particles, plus a special topic on communicative functions (making suggestions, polite refusals, expressing agreement, etc.).
Module 1: Survival
First-day essentials — ordering food, taking taxis, asking for WiFi passwords, and handling basic medical needs.
Module 2: Daily Life
Independent living — renting apartments, using delivery apps, visiting doctors, handling complaints, and enjoying services.
Module 3: Social & Emotions
Build real connections — making friends, expressing feelings, discussing hobbies, and navigating Chinese social media.
Module 4: Learning & Education
Academic life — classroom interactions, group projects, research discussions, and finding internships.
Module 5: Business & Workplace
Professional success — video calls, job interviews, client meetings, negotiations, and cross-cultural communication.
Module 6: Culture & Society
Deep understanding — generational differences, social phenomena, internet culture, and navigating sensitive topics.
Special Topics
Deep dives into essential themes — Digital Life in China, Emotional Wellness, Chinese Relationships, and Crisis Management.
Recommended Learning Paths
Zero to Survival
Just arrived in China? Start here.
- Module 0: The Toolkit (complete)
- Module 1: Survival (complete)
- Special Topic: Digital Life basics
Independent Living
Settle into daily life with confidence.
- Module 2: Daily Life (first half)
- Special Topic: Digital Life (complete)
- Module 3: Social & Emotions (basics)
Student Track
For university students in China.
- Module 4: Learning & Education (complete)
- Module 2: Daily Life (campus life)
- Special Topic: Emotional Wellness
Business Track
For professionals working with China.
- Module 5: Business & Workplace (complete)
- Module 2: Daily Life (services)
- Module 6: Culture & Society (selected)
Cultural Deep Dive
Truly understand Chinese society.
- Module 6: Culture & Society (complete)
- Special Topic: Chinese Relationships
- Special Topic: Emotional Wellness
Emergency Essentials
Critical scenarios — learn first!
- Special Topic: Crisis Management
- Module 2: Medical emergencies
- Module 2: Complaints & Rights
Covering the Following Topics
Ready to Start Learning?
Choose your first scenario and begin your Chinese journey today.
