How to Make Learning Chinese Language Happen (Part 1)

How to Make Learning Chinese Language Happen (Part 1)
A new language opens doors to a whole set of experiences and the ability to explore a new culture
like never before, that’s not even counting the new career prospects it brings. There’s nothing more
amazing and exhausting than learning something new and challenging. How about learning the
Chinese language?
Welcome to the world’s most-spoken language! Chinese Mandarin is spoken by 1.2 billion native
speakers, that’s roughly 1 in 6 the population in the planet, and this number doesn’t even take into
account second language speakers. In fact, Mandarin Chinese has been included in the education
curriculum in many areas.
However, not to discourage you, but alongside being one of the most spoken languages, it’s also
thought to be one of the hardest. But don’t worry. We’ve got your back!
One: Set realistic goals.
I don’t want to disappoint you, but if you are a beginner do not expect to be fully fluent in a year.
But don’t feel bad about that! Think back to your childhood, how long did it take you to learn your
mother tongue and feel comfortable? Don’t be too harsh on yourself and set realistic goals. Think
about Why you want to learn Chinese and set goals around that.
For example, I wanted to learn Chinese to be able to read restaurant menus on my own for when I
arrived in Beijing. Every month I created small goals of different menu options and grammar
structures that I needed to be able to speak and read, my overall big goal was to have a
conversation about food by the end of the year. Keep yourself motivated with small goals to pave
your way to language learning success.