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| Chinese Language Learning Tips |  By using one, or a combination of the following tips and techniques, you will maximize your effectiveness, minimize your time, and at the same time, make your learning fun and enjoyable.
1. Start from learning the Chinese pronunciation.
At first you should learn Chinese Pinyin as it contains all the Chinese phonetic alphabets where they are used in the pronunciation of Chinese characters. To differentiate the dissimilar tones, pay close attention to the four kinds by reading the Pinyin letters, initials, finals, and all probable combinations. Keep in mind to learn the right pronunciation from the beginning.
2. Listen, practice and memorize simple Chinese vocabulary and sentences.
Take a local community Chinese class, do the practice drills with your study partner. Speak Chinese as more as it is possible. Get a good dictionary and make sure it has the phonetic spellings of the words. You may also find a native Chinese speaker to communicate with him or her. A lot of Chinese students would like to practice their English as an exchange to teach you Chinese. Read out loud, listen to and repeat after tape or online radio, watch Chinese movies and TV programs. Sing Chinese songs.
3. Write Chinese
Writing Chinese will help you to understand Chinese writing strokes and rules and remember how Chinese characters are formed. So you should to practice writing a character on paper until you remember it as the only way to learn Chinese characters is to memorize them. Start from easy ones, which also include all the strokes. Read Chinese newspapers, booklets and books found at your local library or Chinese market. It is a great way to learn Chinese speaking and writing with the help of watching movies or TV programs with Chinese subtitles. Take advantage of free learning Chinese resources online.
4. Chinese Grammar
Learn the essential grammar, but try not to worry and be constrained by the rules. The basic grammar elements are approximately identical with various languages; though, the sequence may be dissimilar. Pay particular attention to the differences and practice on them.
Do not be afraid to make mistakes. Be self-conscious in learning a language and follow the schedule. Studying a little every day is more efficient than studying for a long period at once.
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