Takeaway Chinese

In this episode of "Takeaway Chinese," we're kicking off the New Year by unpacking the new trends and new words everyone's using right now. From fresh expressions to buzzwords shaping daily conversations, we'll explore how language captures hopes, changes, and the mood of the year ahead. Whether you're learning Chinese or just curious about what people really say in real life, this episode gives...

In this special episode of Takeaway Chinese, we're going to learn how to say "acupuncture" in Chinese.

In this special episode of Takeaway Chinese, we're going to learn how to say "travel photography" in Chinese.

In this episode of Takeaway Chinese, we continue to break down the hottest Chinese internet slang you really need to know—what they mean, where they come from, and how people actually use them in daily life! On the show: Niu Honglin & Steve. (02:20) 邪修 (xié xiū): an unorthodox way of doing something that actually works. (08:53) A基础 (jī chǔ), B就不基础 (jiù bù jī chǔ): A is basic, simple,...

In this special episode of Takeaway Chinese, we're going to learn how to say "be infused with" in Chinese.

In this special episode of Takeaway Chinese, we're going to learn how to say " honest" in Chinese.

Do you agree that the language of young people is a language of its own? Online buzzwords are more than just trends—they capture how a generation thinks, jokes, and reacts to the world. In this episode of Takeaway Chinese, we dive into the hottest Chinese buzzwords of 2025 and what they reveal about today's society. On the show: Niu Honglin & Steve. (06:25) From pre-made dishes to even a...

In this special episode of Takeaway Chinese, we're going to learn how to say "craftsman" in Chinese.

In this special episode of Takeaway Chinese, we're going to learn how to say "agriculture" in Chinese.

"One man's trash is another man's treasure!" For many young people in China, the second-hand market is now part of everyday life—helping them save money, enjoy "new-to-them" items more often, and even protect the environment. In this episode, join Niuniu and Steve as they explore China's second-hand market and pick up practical Chinese expressions along the way. (04:05) Useful vocabulary for...