Chinese Lesson 4 (Prepositions and Directions)
Duration: 30 mins
This first lesson teaches many important aspect of Chinese like prepositions, vocabulary list about directions and finally common phrases about how to introduce yourself. I will try to give examples using both vocabulary and grammar. That way it will be easy for you to see the words when they are separate and when they are in a sentence. Going through the whole page should take about 30 min. Make sure to read the pronunciation and hear the audio as well. If you have any question about this course, please email me directly at Chinese Classes.
Prepositions
Prepositions are used in almost every sentence. They can be a great tool to link words with each other. For example by simply knowing how to use "to", "with", "from", "after" you can expand your conversation scope. In short, a preposition describes a relationship between words in a sentence, for example: I agree with you.
Below is a list of 27 prepositions that you might come across or use very often. The table contains 3 columns (English, Chinese, and Audio). Make sure you repeat each word after hearing it by either clicking on the audio button or by reading the pronunciation. That should help with memorization as well as improving your pronunciation.
Prepositions List in Chinese
Now we will try to implement some of the prepositions above into full Chinese sentences. That way you will be able to use the word not only by itself but embedded in a structure.
Chinese Prepositions in a Sentence
Questions?
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Vocabulary List about Directions
Below is a list of 28 words and sentences related to directions that you might need when lost or asking for help. If you can memorize them by heart, you will be able to travel from point A to point B by following directions.
Giving Directions in Chinese
Daily Conversation in Chinese
Finally, a couple sentences to help you know how to introduce yourself in Chinese. For a complete list of commonly used sentences, please visit our Chinese Phrases page. Enjoy!
Common Expressions in Chinese
Fun Facts
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Congratulations! You finished your 4th lesson in Chinese about prepositions, and directions. Are you ready for the next lesson? We recommend Chinese Lesson 5. You can also simply click on one of the links below or go back to our Learn Chinese homepage.