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FAQs

1. Where to take Mandarin lessons in Hong Kong?

  • There are many options for taking Mandarin lessons in Hong Kong. Mandarin Channel School offers flexible session times and locations. You can have face-to-face group classes, private classes in Central campus, or your office or home, or online. 

    • 2. How long does it take to be fluent in Mandarin?

    • As a general guide, it may take 1-2 years to reach conversational proficiency for someone who is a total beginner. 

     

    • Based on Mandarin Channel School’s curriculum, we have designed a 6 to 8-week group class schedule for beginners. After you finish it, you can communicate simply and directly with daily topics you are interested in.

    3. Shall I take Mandarin group lessons or private lessons?

    • Both group and private Mandarin lessons have their advantages.

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    • Mandarin Channel School group classes are more cost-effective, and students can learn Mandarin in small groups. Private classes have more flexible schedules, and the learning content will be customized so it can help you progress faster by addressing your specific weaknesses and goals.

    4. Can I learn Mandarin by myself?

    Yes! It is certainly possible to learn Mandarin Chinese on your own without formal instruction, though it may take more time and effort compared to taking Mandarin Channel School lessons and using our free online learning materials on our website.

    5. Do I need to sign up for the HSK test?

    • The HSK is the standardized Chinese proficiency test for non-native speakers. Signing up for the HSK is optional, but can be a helpful benchmark for your Mandarin progress.​​

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    • Mandarin Channel School also offers HSK mock courses as well as several learning materials to provide students with pre-test help, training and guidance for the HSK exam.

    6. How do I practice Mandarin in Hong Kong?

    • Hong Kong is an excellent place to immerse yourself in and practice Mandarin, even though Cantonese is the predominant language. 

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    • You can follow the Instagram account of Mandarin Channel School,  which updates content about learning Chinese, daily life, traveling, and work, allowing you to become more immersed in the Chinese language and culture, or attend our Mandarin cultural events in HK.

    7.  How can I find native Mandarin tutors in Hong Kong?

    All the teachers of Mandarin Channel School are native Chinese speakers and come from many regions in Mainland China, and all hold Master’s qualifications which range from TCFL, Broadcasting, Early Childhood Education, as well as other related fields. They also have on average 7 years of teaching experience teaching students from an array of cultures, languages, and backgrounds. 

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