Chapters
Tall or Short
Is this person tall or short? Learn the essential words to describe someone's height in Chinese.
Beautiful and Handsome
Compliments go a long way! Learn how to say someone is beautiful or handsome in Chinese.
Young and Old
How old are you? Learn how to ask and talk about age in Chinese.
Fat or Thin
From chubby pandas to slim athletes — describe body shapes with confidence in Chinese.
Jobs: Teacher and Doctor
What do you want to be when you grow up? Start with two of the most respected jobs in China.
Kind and Smart
Beauty is more than skin deep. Learn Chinese words to describe personality and character.
Jobs: Student and Worker
Everyone has a role — students study, workers work. Learn how to talk about what people do.
My Friend
The best way to start a Chinese conversation? Talk about your friends! Learn the key phrases here.
Hair and Eyes
Long black hair and bright eyes — describe what you see when you look at someone.
Famous Chinese People
From athletes to artists — learn how to talk about famous people from China.
Strong and Weak
Muscles or not — learn how to describe someone's physical strength in Chinese.
Quiet or Loud
Some people whisper, some people shout. Learn how to describe noise levels in Chinese.
Busy and Free
"Are you free?" is one of the most useful questions in Chinese. Learn it here.
Lazy or Hardworking
Hard work pays off! Learn how to describe work ethic and habits in Chinese.
Happy or Angry
Is she smiling or fuming? Learn the key words for talking about someone's mood.
Face Features
A big nose, round face, or bright eyes? Learn to describe what you see on a person's face.
Wearing Clothes
What is that person wearing? Learn how to describe someone's outfit in Chinese.
Jobs: Singer and Actor
Stars on stage and screen — learn how to talk about singers and actors in Chinese.
Jobs: Chef and Driver
From the kitchen to the road — learn how to talk about chefs and drivers in Chinese.
Introducing Someone
Make the perfect introduction! Learn how to introduce people to each other in Chinese.
Man and Woman
He or she? Learn essential words for talking about men and women in Chinese.
Describing a Stranger
You see someone on the street — how do you describe them in Chinese? Find out here.
All About Me
The best way to start any Chinese conversation — introduce yourself with confidence!
A Person I Admire
Who inspires you? Learn how to describe and talk about someone you look up to.
Grandpa and Grandma
Wise, caring, and full of stories — learn how to talk about grandparents in Chinese.
Jobs: Police and Firefighter
Heroes in uniform! Learn the Chinese words for two of the bravest jobs out there.