Free lesson path
Try one lesson from each learning area.
Use this page to experience the structure of Daily Chinese with Yuli before becoming a member. If you are completely new to Chinese, begin with the foundation lessons and follow the suggested path.
If you already have some Chinese experience, you do not need to start from the beginning. Choose HSK grammar, texts, graded reading, or vocabulary materials that match your current level and learning goals.
The full member library gives you more lessons, detailed notes, transcripts, pinyin, translations, and practice materials.
Foundation lessons
Background & Overview: Chinese
Understand what Chinese learning is built from: sound, characters, and grammar.
Open free lessonPinyin Unit 1
Learn how Pinyin works and why it is the foundation of Mandarin pronunciation.
Open free lessonCharacter Unit 1
See how Chinese characters are built so they feel more logical and less random.
Open free lesson GrammarGrammar Unit 1
Get the big-picture grammar map before you move deeper into HSK 1.
Open free lessonPick a free first lesson
HSK Grammar Lessons
Choose grammar lessons that match your current HSK level. Start with the grammar overview or study individual structures directly.
HSK Texts
Select an HSK text level and open a free sample lesson directly.
Graded Reading
Choose a reading level and try the first graded reading sample.
Daily Vocabulary
Select a vocabulary category and open the first lesson directly.
Speaking and authentic Chinese
Explore natural Chinese through Yuli’s videos and real-life stories. Three Authentic Chinese lessons are free to try now. Real-life speaking lessons are being prepared and will be added soon.
Real-life Speaking
Practice useful Chinese for everyday conversations, social situations, travel, and practical communication.
New lessons are being preparedAuthentic Chinese
Learn from Yuli’s videos, personal stories, everyday reflections, and natural spoken Chinese at three different levels.
Ready for the full library?
Members can continue with full course materials, detailed transcripts, pinyin, translations, vocabulary notes, and structured practice.
View Membership Plans