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Beginner

初学者HSK 1–2

Start from zero and build a solid foundation. You'll master pinyin, the four tones, essential vocabulary, and gain confidence in everyday conversation.

What you'll achieve

✓Read and write pinyin correctly
✓Produce all four tones accurately
✓Hold simple conversations about daily life
✓Recognize 500+ HSK 1–2 characters
✓Navigate common social situations in Chinese

Ideal Tutor

Patient, structured teachers who specialize in beginner learners and tone coaching.

Duration

3–6 months

Level

HSK 1–2

Recommended

2–3x per week

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Conversational

会话HSK 2–4

Move beyond survival phrases into natural, flowing conversation. Express opinions, tell stories, and engage with native speakers comfortably.

What you'll achieve

✓Discuss complex topics naturally
✓Use measure words and grammar structures confidently
✓Understand native-speed speech
✓Read short articles and social media content
✓Master contextual tone sandhi rules

Ideal Tutor

Conversation specialists who use immersive, real-world scenarios to build fluency.

Duration

6–12 months

Level

HSK 2–4

Recommended

1–2x per week

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Business Chinese

商务中文HSK 4+

Professional-grade Mandarin for the global business world. Negotiation, presentations, correspondence, and the cultural nuances of Chinese business etiquette.

What you'll achieve

✓Lead meetings and presentations in Mandarin
✓Draft professional emails and contracts
✓Navigate Chinese business culture and hierarchy
✓Negotiate confidently in formal registers
✓Read financial news and industry documents

Ideal Tutor

Former corporate professionals with deep expertise in business Mandarin across industries.

Duration

Ongoing

Level

HSK 4+

Recommended

1x per week

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HSK Exam Prep

HSK备考HSK 1–6

Targeted, systematic preparation for HSK examinations at any level. Mock exams, timed drills, and strategic coaching to maximize your score.

What you'll achieve

✓Master all vocabulary for your target HSK level
✓Develop exam-specific reading strategies
✓Improve listening comprehension accuracy
✓Write responses within time constraints
✓Achieve your target score with confidence

Ideal Tutor

Exam specialists with proven track records of helping students pass or exceed their target HSK level.

Duration

2–4 months

Level

HSK 1–6

Recommended

3–4x per week

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Heritage Learners

海外华裔Variable

Designed for those who grew up in Chinese-speaking households but lack formal instruction. Bridge the gap between conversational heritage skills and academic fluency.

What you'll achieve

✓Read and write simplified or traditional characters
✓Standardize pronunciation and eliminate regional habits
✓Expand vocabulary beyond home-domain topics
✓Develop formal writing skills
✓Connect with cultural and literary heritage

Ideal Tutor

Heritage language specialists who understand the unique challenges and strengths of heritage learners.

Duration

Flexible

Level

Variable

Recommended

1–2x per week

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