Situational Chinese Learning

Master real-life Chinese through 119 practical scenarios — from survival basics to business fluency

119+
Scenarios
6
Core Modules
4
Special Topics
HSK 1-6
All Levels
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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.

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Task-Based Learning

Each scenario solves a real communication need

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Natural Expressions

Learn what people actually say, not textbook phrases

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Cultural Context

Understand the “why” behind Chinese expressions

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Modern China Focus

Digital life, apps, and contemporary scenarios

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Module Overview

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Module 0: The Toolkit

Foundation 8 topics + Communicative Functions

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.).

Numbers 0-100 Currency Time & Dates Communicative Functions
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Module 1: Survival

HSK 1-2 13 scenarios

First-day essentials — ordering food, taking taxis, asking for WiFi passwords, and handling basic medical needs.

Greetings Restaurants Transportation Hotels
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Module 2: Daily Life

HSK 2-4 25 scenarios

Independent living — renting apartments, using delivery apps, visiting doctors, handling complaints, and enjoying services.

Rent & Housing Food Delivery Healthcare Coffee & Milk Tea
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Module 3: Social & Emotions

HSK 3-5 18 scenarios

Build real connections — making friends, expressing feelings, discussing hobbies, and navigating Chinese social media.

Making Friends Dating WeChat Moments KTV & Games
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Module 4: Learning & Education

HSK 3-6 7 scenarios

Academic life — classroom interactions, group projects, research discussions, and finding internships.

Library Group Work Academic Writing Internships
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Module 5: Business & Workplace

HSK 4-6 14 scenarios

Professional success — video calls, job interviews, client meetings, negotiations, and cross-cultural communication.

Online Meetings Job Interviews Negotiations Business Dinners
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Module 6: Culture & Society

HSK 5-6+ 8 scenarios

Deep understanding — generational differences, social phenomena, internet culture, and navigating sensitive topics.

996 & Lying Flat Internet Slang Regional Differences TCM Culture

Special Topics

Mixed Levels 4 themed collections

Deep dives into essential themes — Digital Life in China, Emotional Wellness, Chinese Relationships, and Crisis Management.

Mobile Payment Emotions Family Dynamics Emergencies
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Recommended Learning Paths

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Zero to Survival

Months 0-3

Just arrived in China? Start here.

  • Module 0: The Toolkit (complete)
  • Module 1: Survival (complete)
  • Special Topic: Digital Life basics
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Independent Living

Months 3-6

Settle into daily life with confidence.

  • Module 2: Daily Life (first half)
  • Special Topic: Digital Life (complete)
  • Module 3: Social & Emotions (basics)
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Student Track

Months 6-12

For university students in China.

  • Module 4: Learning & Education (complete)
  • Module 2: Daily Life (campus life)
  • Special Topic: Emotional Wellness
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Business Track

Months 6-12

For professionals working with China.

  • Module 5: Business & Workplace (complete)
  • Module 2: Daily Life (services)
  • Module 6: Culture & Society (selected)
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Cultural Deep Dive

Month 12+

Truly understand Chinese society.

  • Module 6: Culture & Society (complete)
  • Special Topic: Chinese Relationships
  • Special Topic: Emotional Wellness
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Emergency Essentials

Anytime

Critical scenarios — learn first!

  • Special Topic: Crisis Management
  • Module 2: Medical emergencies
  • Module 2: Complaints & Rights
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Covering the Following Topics

#Basics #Spoken #Business #Social #Food #Shopping #Transport #Life #Medical #Campus #Academic #Workplace #Emotions #Family #Culture #Digital Life #Entertainment #Travel #Finance #Safety

Ready to Start Learning?

Choose your first scenario and begin your Chinese journey today.