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小刚 and 小宝 discuss a news story about a woman in 重庆 who successfully lost weight and explore the meaning of a healthy lifestyle. Download the app here: Chinese Short Dialogue | Website Chinese Short Dialogue | App Store Chinese Short Dialogue | Google Play Available in 8 languages on the app: Learn Chinese | 중국어 배우기 | 中国語を学ぶ | Изучать китайский язык | Học tiếng Trung | Belajar bahasa Mandarin | Aprender chino | تعلم اللغة الصينية 《English Translation》小刚: 小宝, I just saw a news report saying that an auntie in 重庆 lost 95 jin in a year! 小宝: Wow! How did she do it? Did she use magic? 小刚: Not magic, but healthy eating and exercise. She ate very healthily every day and kept running and swimming. 小宝: But running is tiring, and vegetables aren’t as tasty as cake. 小刚: Exactly, that’s why persistence is needed. She struggled at first, but later, her body got healthier, and she became more confident. 小宝: Then she must be really happy, right? 小刚: Yes, now she’s not only healthier but also enjoys participating in activities and has made many new friends. 小宝: Then I should exercise more in the future and grow stronger!…

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坐地铁需要注意什么？ - What to Pay Attention to When Taking the Subway? [HSK 3] 0:55

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David takes the subway in China for the first time and asks 刘娜 what he should pay attention to. 刘娜 tells him about the security check. Download the app here: Chinese Short Dialogue | Website Chinese Short Dialogue | App Store Chinese Short Dialogue | Google Play Available in 8 languages on the app: Learn Chinese | 중국어 배우기 | 中国語を学ぶ | Изучать китайский язык | Học tiếng Trung | Belajar bahasa Mandarin | Aprender chino | تعلم اللغة الصينية 《English Translation》大卫: Teacher Liu, I want to take the subway. What should I pay attention to? 刘娜: In China, you need to go through a security check before taking the subway. 大卫: What is a security check? 刘娜: A security check is a safety inspection where they check your bag, for example, to see if you’re carrying anything dangerous. 大卫: Oh, I see. It’s for safety, right? 刘娜: Yes, the security check is to protect everyone’s safety. 大卫: Will the first security check be troublesome? 刘娜: It’s not troublesome, it’s very quick. Just go to the subway station a bit earlier. 大卫: Okay, thank you, teacher! 刘娜: You’re welcome! I hope you have a smooth subway ride!…

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AI写歌算剽窃吗？ - Is AI Songwriting Considered Plagiarism? [HSK 4] 1:01

3 days ago1:01

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小刚 explains to 小宝 the issues of AI songwriting and copyright. Download the app here: Chinese Short Dialogue | Website Chinese Short Dialogue | App Store Chinese Short Dialogue | Google Play Available in 8 languages on the app: Learn Chinese | 중국어 배우기 | 中国語を学ぶ | Изучать китайский язык | Học tiếng Trung | Belajar bahasa Mandarin | Aprender chino | تعلم اللغة الصينية 《English Translation》小宝: Brother, I heard that someone used AI to write a song and was accused of being 'unfair.' What does that mean? 小刚: Oh, are you talking about the DeepSeek songwriting case? A blogger used AI to create a song, and someone reported them for 'unfair competition.' 小宝: Why isn’t it allowed to use AI to write songs? 小刚: AI can help with songwriting, but if it just 'copies' someone else's style or lyrics, it might be considered plagiarism instead of original creation. 小宝: Then how can it be considered your own work? 小刚: It needs to have 'originality,' meaning you truly put thought and effort into writing it, instead of just letting AI randomly piece things together. 小宝: Oh, I see! AI can assist, but it shouldn’t steal someone else's work, right? 小刚: Exactly! Using AI should involve creativity, not just 'copying' something that already exists.…

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生育支持政策的探讨 - Discussion on Birth Support Policies [HSK 5] 1:32

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黄刚 and 陈花 discuss proposals by NPC representatives on birth support, covering topics such as paternity leave and subsidies for 'mom jobs.' Download the app here: Chinese Short Dialogue | Website Chinese Short Dialogue | App Store Chinese Short Dialogue | Google Play Available in 8 languages on the app: Learn Chinese | 중국어 배우기 | 中国語を学ぶ | Изучать китайский язык | Học tiếng Trung | Belajar bahasa Mandarin | Aprender chino | تعلم اللغة الصينية 《English Translation》黄刚: 小花, I saw a news article today saying that an NPC representative suggested piloting 'paternity leave' and proposed subsidies for 'mom jobs' to encourage childbirth. 陈花: 'Paternity leave'? You mean allowing fathers to take parental leave too? That’s actually a good idea since raising children isn’t just a mother’s responsibility. 黄刚: Yes, he suggested that men could apply for up to six months of parental leave, which would allow fathers to be more involved in their children’s growth while also easing the burden on mothers. 陈花: That sounds great, but I wonder if companies would be willing to support it. After all, even maternity leave can sometimes affect women's employment, let alone paternity leave for men. 黄刚: Exactly. That’s why the proposal also includes special subsidies for 'mom jobs,' such as an annual subsidy of 20,000 yuan per position, encouraging companies to be more supportive of working mothers. 陈花: If this can be truly implemented, it would be a blessing for working women. Many mothers have to quit or take lower-paying jobs to take care of their children. 黄刚: Yes, if these policies can be widely promoted, they might reduce the fear of having children. However, beyond policy support, changing societal attitudes is also crucial. 陈花: Right, I hope that in the future, more people will understand the parenting pressures parents face and help them find a balance between family and work.…

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中国空间站迎来外籍航天员 - China's Space Station Welcomes a Foreign Astronaut [HSK 6] 1:42

5 days ago1:42

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陈智高 and 王明月 discuss China's space cooperation with Pakistan. Download the app here: Chinese Short Dialogue | Website Chinese Short Dialogue | App Store Chinese Short Dialogue | Google Play Available in 8 languages on the app: Learn Chinese | 중국어 배우기 | 中国語を学ぶ | Изучать китайский язык | Học tiếng Trung | Belajar bahasa Mandarin | Aprender chino | تعلم اللغة الصينية 《English Translation》王明月: Master, have you heard? China's space station is about to welcome its first foreign astronaut, from Pakistan. 陈智高: Of course, I know. This is an important step for China's space program and demonstrates our maturity in manned spaceflight technology. 王明月: Yes, in the past, the International Space Station was mainly led by the United States, Europe, and Japan. Now, China's space station is becoming a new platform for international cooperation. 陈智高: Exactly. Especially for developing countries, China's cooperation model has lowered the threshold for entering space. This is not only a technological collaboration but also a practice of the concept of a shared future for humanity. 王明月: In this China-Pakistan collaboration, I saw that the Pakistani astronaut will receive comprehensive training and may participate in microgravity experiments, biomedical research, and other missions in the future. This means scientific research on China's space station will become even more diverse. 陈智高: Indeed. Space cooperation is not just about technology sharing but also about promoting global scientific progress. While providing opportunities for developing countries, China is also exploring how to make space resources benefit all of humanity. 王明月: I'm really curious—will we see astronauts from more countries entering China's space station in the future? Could we even see scientists from different cultural backgrounds working together in space? 陈智高: That is entirely possible. The advancement of science and technology always comes with international cooperation. Perhaps in the future, space exploration will truly become a global endeavor, and China is paving a new path for it.…

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美国菜和中国菜 - American Food and Chinese Food [HSK 3] 1:04

6 days ago1:04

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刘娜 and David discuss the differences between American and Chinese food and learn about each other's food culture. Download the app here: Chinese Short Dialogue | Website Chinese Short Dialogue | App Store Chinese Short Dialogue | Google Play Available in 8 languages on the app: Learn Chinese | 중국어 배우기 | 中国語を学ぶ | Изучать китайский язык | Học tiếng Trung | Belajar bahasa Mandarin | Aprender chino | تعلم اللغة الصينية 《English Translation》刘娜: David, what do you think is the difference between American and Chinese food? 大卫: I think American food is very simple, like burgers and pizza. It’s quick to make. 刘娜: Chinese food takes time. Sometimes, preparation can take a long time. 大卫: Yes, I think Chinese food has many flavors—salty, sweet, spicy. It’s very interesting. 刘娜: Also, when Chinese people eat, they put the dishes in the middle of the table and everyone shares. 大卫: Right, Americans usually eat their own portion and rarely share from the same plate. 刘娜: Which one do you prefer? 大卫: I think sharing is better because you can try many different dishes! 刘娜: Then I’ll teach you how to cook some Chinese dishes, okay? 大卫: Great! Thank you, teacher!…

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你平时做什么？ - What Do You Usually Do? [HSK 2] 1:00

7 days ago1:00

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优子 tells Teacher 刘 about her life after moving to 上海 with her family. Download the app here: Chinese Short Dialogue | Website Chinese Short Dialogue | App Store Chinese Short Dialogue | Google Play Available in 8 languages on the app: Learn Chinese | 중국어 배우기 | 中国語を学ぶ | Изучать китайский язык | Học tiếng Trung | Belajar bahasa Mandarin | Aprender chino | تعلم اللغة الصينية 《English Translation》刘娜: 优子, how long have you been in 上海? 优子: I have been in 上海 for three months. 刘娜: How do you feel about 上海? 优子: 上海 is great, but I don’t have a job, so I have a lot of free time. 刘娜: I see! So what do you usually do? 优子: Recently, I like watching Chinese dramas. 刘娜: Watching dramas to learn Chinese is great! 优子: Yes! I want to learn more Chinese and understand the dramas. 刘娜: What kind of dramas do you like to watch? 优子: I like romance dramas and historical dramas. 刘娜: That’s wonderful! We can study together. 优子: That’s great! Thank you, Teacher 刘!…

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春节文旅热潮的背后 - Behind the Spring Festival Tourism Boom [HSK 6] 1:59

8 days ago1:59

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黄刚 and 陈花 discuss the surge in the Spring Festival tourism market and explore its underlying causes and impacts. Download the app here: Chinese Short Dialogue | Website Chinese Short Dialogue | App Store Chinese Short Dialogue | Google Play Available in 8 languages on the app: Learn Chinese | 중국어 배우기 | 中国語を学ぶ | Изучать китайский язык | Học tiếng Trung | Belajar bahasa Mandarin | Aprender chino | تعلم اللغة الصينية 《English Translation》陈花: Honey, did you see the news? This year's Spring Festival tourism market is booming! Places like Harbin's Ice and Snow World and Sichuan's Zigong Lantern Festival are packed with tourists! 黄刚: Yeah, there are so many tourists in Harbin that people are joking, saying ‘southerners have surrounded the northeast.’ But actually, this is largely due to government policies, such as the issuance of consumption vouchers and increased tourism promotion. 陈花: That's true. With efforts from both the government and the market, not only is the tourism industry recovering, but consumption is also growing. I read that 'high-speed rail tourism circles' are becoming increasingly popular, and many cities in the Yangtze River Delta are collaborating to launch tourism routes. 黄刚: Yes, the high-speed rail network in the Yangtze River Delta is well-developed, making travel between cities more convenient. ‘Micro vacations’ have become a popular choice. Nowadays, people are more focused on cost-effectiveness when traveling—some are willing to pay a premium for customized tours, but many prefer short, affordable trips. 陈花: Speaking of cost-effectiveness, I’ve noticed that New Chinese-style clothing and intangible cultural heritage experiences are becoming more and more popular. Many people don’t just travel for fun; they also want to experience traditional culture. 黄刚: That's another emerging trend in the tourism market—cultural consumption is becoming more closely integrated with travel. For example, Beijing’s Intangible Cultural Heritage Spring Festival events and Shanghai’s cultural venue developments are designed not only to attract tourists but also to promote traditional culture. 陈花: Looking at it this way, the boom in the tourism market isn’t just due to the holiday effect—it also reflects changes in consumer preferences. People want both a holiday experience and a connection to cultural heritage. 黄刚: Exactly. This trend shows that our cultural confidence is growing, and the fusion of tradition and modernity is making the Spring Festival even more charming.…

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哪吒大火背后的辛酸故事 - The Bitter Story Behind Nezha's Huge Success [HSK 4] 1:21

9 days ago1:21

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The box office of 'Nezha: The Devil Child Comes into the World' has soared, but the visual effects artists have resigned due to high-pressure work. Download the app here: Chinese Short Dialogue | Website Chinese Short Dialogue | App Store Chinese Short Dialogue | Google Play Available in 8 languages on the app: Learn Chinese | 중국어 배우기 | 中国語を学ぶ | Изучать китайский язык | Học tiếng Trung | Belajar bahasa Mandarin | Aprender chino | تعلم اللغة الصينية 《English Translation》小宝: Brother, I watched 'Nezha: The Devil Child Comes into the World' yesterday, it's so good! Nezha can breathe fire and fly! 小刚: Yes, all those are made by visual effects artists. But did you know? The people who create these scenes have a hard time. 小宝: Really? Aren't they just drawing? Why is it hard? 小刚: Because the director's demands are very high, some scenes have to be revised many times. One visual effects artist, in order to make the scene 'Shen Gongbao turns into a leopard head' perfect, revised it for two months, and was so exhausted that he resigned. 小宝: Ah? He quit? 小刚: What's more interesting is, after he changed companies, he found that the new company had also taken on the 'Nezha' project, and he had to do the same scenes again! 小宝: It seems like he can't escape it! But, aren't they unhappy being so tired? 小刚: Yeah, so many people have resigned. Although animated films look good, the people behind them need to rest well too. 小宝: From now on, when I watch animated movies, I'll also think about these hardworking people. 小刚: Right, their efforts allow us to see wonderful movies, we should also learn to appreciate them!…

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去过哪些城市 - Which Cities Have You Visited? [HSK 3] 1:06

10 days ago1:06

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大卫 shares the Chinese cities he has visited, and 刘娜 adds related information. Download the app here: Chinese Short Dialogue | Website Chinese Short Dialogue | App Store Chinese Short Dialogue | Google Play Available in 8 languages on the app: Learn Chinese | 중국어 배우기 | 中国語を学ぶ | Изучать китайский язык | Học tiếng Trung | Belajar bahasa Mandarin | Aprender chino | تعلم اللغة الصينية 《English Translation》刘娜: 大卫, since coming to China, which cities have you visited? 大卫: I have been to Beijing and Shanghai. 刘娜: Beijing and Shanghai are both very famous. Which city do you like? 大卫: I like Beijing. Beijing has many historical places, like the Great Wall. 刘娜: Yes, Beijing is the capital of China and also has many old buildings. What about Shanghai? 大卫: Shanghai is very modern. I really like the night view there. 刘娜: Shanghai's night view is especially beautiful. The Bund is a great place to visit. 大卫: Yes! I took many photos at the Bund. 刘娜: Great! In the future, if you have time, you can also visit Xi'an. It has the Terracotta Army, which is very famous. 大卫: The Terracotta Army! I've heard about it and really want to see it!…

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特朗普为何点赞中国教育？ - Why Did Trump Praise China's Education? [HSK 5] 1:51

11 days ago1:51

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黄刚 and 陈花 discuss Trump's recognition of China's education system and analyze the underlying educational model and its impact. Download the app here: Chinese Short Dialogue | Website Chinese Short Dialogue | App Store Chinese Short Dialogue | Google Play Available in 8 languages on the app: Learn Chinese | 중국어 배우기 | 中国語を学ぶ | Изучать китайский язык | Học tiếng Trung | Belajar bahasa Mandarin | Aprender chino | تعلم اللغة الصينية 《English Translation》黄刚: 小花, did you see the news? Trump once again publicly praised China's education system. 陈花: Really? Isn't he usually critical of China? Why is he suddenly complimenting our education? 黄刚: This isn't the first time. He mentioned that the U.S. ranks at the bottom among 40 countries in education, while China's education quality is among the top. 陈花: Indeed, our fundamental education is solid, especially in subjects like math and science, where we have consistently performed well in international competitions. 黄刚: Yes, and our investment in higher education and vocational education is also very precise. For example, programs like the ‘强基计划’ and talent cultivation in key areas such as artificial intelligence and integrated circuits have already taken a leading position globally. 陈花: In contrast, although the U.S. invests heavily in education, resource distribution is uneven, and universities are controlled by capital, making it difficult for children from ordinary families to enter top schools. 黄刚: That's exactly the issue. China's education emphasizes fairness and systemic development, while the so-called ‘free development’ model in the U.S. may sound appealing but isn't working well in reality. 陈花: However, our education system also has areas for improvement, such as fostering creativity among students and reducing the pressure from exam-oriented education. 黄刚: Exactly. The ultimate goal of education is not just exams but cultivating truly innovative talents. This is something China’s education system needs to consider for the future. 陈花: Hopefully, our education system can maintain its strengths while also allowing children to grow up in a relaxed environment, so we can nurture more talents with real global competitiveness.…

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中国陶艺体验 - Chinese Pottery Experience [HSK 4] 0:50

12 days ago0:50

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小宝 and 小美 try making pottery together, learning about the process of creating ceramics and the culture of Chinese pottery. Download the app here: Chinese Short Dialogue | Website Chinese Short Dialogue | App Store Chinese Short Dialogue | Google Play Available in 8 languages on the app: Learn Chinese | 중국어 배우기 | 中国語を学ぶ | Изучать китайский язык | Học tiếng Trung | Belajar bahasa Mandarin | Aprender chino | تعلم اللغة الصينية 《English Translation》小宝: 小美, today we’re going to make pottery! 小美: Great! I’ve always wanted to try making ceramics. 小宝: The teacher said we can make a small bowl or a cup. 小美: I want to make a vase to hold beautiful flowers. 小宝: Then I’ll make a cup to drink water from. 小美: Making ceramics seems pretty difficult—we have to shape the clay. 小宝: Yes, and we also need to use the pottery wheel to spin the clay, which looks fun. 小美: My vase is a bit crooked, but it’s quite cute. 小宝: My cup isn’t very round either, but making it myself feels really special. 小美: I didn’t realize pottery requires so many techniques. No wonder Chinese ceramics are so famous!…

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明星为什么会出家？ - Why Do Celebrities Become Monks? [HSK 3] 1:34

13 days ago1:34

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小刚 and 小宝 discuss why the Hong Kong celebrity 李日朗 shaved his head and became a monk, and they reflect on why people choose such a lifestyle. Download the app here: Chinese Short Dialogue | Website Chinese Short Dialogue | App Store Chinese Short Dialogue | Google Play Available in 8 languages on the app: Learn Chinese | 중국어 배우기 | 中国語を学ぶ | Изучать китайский язык | Học tiếng Trung | Belajar bahasa Mandarin | Aprender chino | تعلم اللغة الصينية 《English Translation》小宝: Brother, today Mom was watching the news and said that a celebrity became a monk! Doesn't he want to act in movies anymore? 小刚: You're talking about 李日朗, right? He acted in many TV dramas before, but recently he seems to have faced a lot of unhappy things, so he decided to go to India for a short-term retreat. 小宝: Why was he unhappy? Isn't he a celebrity? Celebrities should be happy, right? 小刚: Actually, being a celebrity is also very tough. His career hasn't been going very well, and the girlfriend he loved married someone else, which made him very sad. 小宝: Oh, I see... So will becoming a monk make him happy? 小刚: Not necessarily, but many people believe that becoming a monk can help them calm down and find a new direction. 李日朗 probably wants to take some time to think about his future. 小宝: Will he come back to acting in movies in the future? 小刚: It's possible. He is only doing a short-term retreat, so maybe after he figures things out, he will return to the entertainment industry and continue acting. 小宝: Hmm, I hope he becomes happy! Brother, if I feel unhappy in the future, can I become a monk too? 小刚: Becoming a monk is not a way to escape problems. We can find other ways to make ourselves happy, like talking with family, traveling, or finding new hobbies. 小宝: Hmm, then I'll eat lots of delicious food so I won't be unhappy!…

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喜欢的歌手 - Favorite Singers [HSK 2] 0:59

14 days ago0:59

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刘娜 and David talk about their favorite singers. David mentions 周杰伦, and 刘娜 introduces 李荣浩. Download the app here: Chinese Short Dialogue | Website Chinese Short Dialogue | App Store Chinese Short Dialogue | Google Play Available in 8 languages on the app: Learn Chinese | 중국어 배우기 | 中国語を学ぶ | Изучать китайский язык | Học tiếng Trung | Belajar bahasa Mandarin | Aprender chino | تعلم اللغة الصينية 《English Translation》刘娜: David, do you have a favorite singer? 大卫: Yes, I like 周杰伦! His songs are really good. 刘娜: Oh, 周杰伦 is very famous. I like his songs too! 大卫: Teacher, who is your favorite singer? 刘娜: I like 李荣浩. His songs are really good and interesting. 大卫: 李荣浩? I haven’t heard of him. Is he a Chinese singer? 刘娜: Yes, he’s a Chinese singer. He has a song called '年少有为,' which I really like. 大卫: That sounds great! I’ll look it up and give it a listen. 刘娜: Sure! Next time, you can tell me if you like his songs. 大卫: Okay, thanks for the recommendation, teacher!…

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二维码盗刷的危险 - The Dangers of QR Code Theft [HSK 4] 0:51

15 days ago0:51