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Mandarin Chinese Lessons in Dublin

Known for its traditions, customary music, fine literature and dance, Dublin will captivate you like no other European capital. One of the best ways to explore the city’s rich history is by walking through its lovely streets, filled with churches, abbeys and impressive architecture that dates back to Georgian and Medieval times.

Dublin is known as one of the friendliest European capitals, so it comes as no surprise that people from all over the world choose to move there. At least 17% of the population is foreign-born, making the city the most ethnically diverse in the country. What’s more, at least 200 languages are spoken by Dubliners. According to the 2016 census, Chinese was the ninth most commonly used language at home in Ireland, with more than seventeen thousand estimated speakers, as well as the eighth most spoken language among multilingual Irish residents.

Chinese is one of the oldest languages still in use, and for some, one of the hardest. With more than one billion total speakers in the world, Mandarin Chinese is the second most spoken language around the globe and the most used mother tongue.

Learning this fascinating tonal language will bring many benefits to your life in general. Not only will it make you more employable than almost any other language out there, but it will also expand your social life and help you reach a larger part of the local and international community. If that wasn’t enough, learning Chinese will change your worldview and open the doors to one of the most impressive cultures out there.

Why Study Mandarin Chinese in Dublin?

Learn Mandarin Chinese for Work and Travel

It is no secret that learning Chinese will make you more employable and help you advance in your career. However, many people don’t even consider learning this captivating language because they deem it “too difficult”. In reality, there are many more advantages to learning Mandarin that overshadow the possible difficulties. 

As one of the world’s largest and fastest-growing economies, China is home to many leading companies like State Grid Corporation of China, Bank of China and Huawei. This not only means that learning Chinese can get you a job in one of the most successful companies in the world, but it will make you a better candidate for any position in any international company that wants to build working relationships with the Chinese.

In addition to that, due to the increase of Chinese residents in Dublin, nowadays there are many job positions in the area that look for bilinguals. Some examples include Recruitment Consultant, Network Engineer and Client Services Representative.

In short, whether you want to be able to get better jobs in Dublin or companies around the world, learning Chinese is one of the best options for you.

Learn Mandarin Chinese for Social

Learning a language does not only entail knowing a set of grammar rules or hundreds of words and expressions, but it also involves learning the customs and traditions of the people who speak it. If you want to spend the first day of the year immersed in Chinese culture, you should attend Dublin Lunar New Year. This festival, made to celebrate, promote and deepen the understanding of the Asian-Irish relationship, showcases the art and traditions of not only the Chinese culture but also of other Asian countries like Vietnam, South Korea, North Korea, Singapore, Thailand, Malaysia, Mongolia, Indonesia and Brunei.

This festival has something for everyone. If you consider yourself a foodie, you have the unique opportunity to try Chinese New Year traditional banquets at Duck, located at 15 Fade Street. Some of the mouth-watering dishes you’ll be able to taste include Duck Gyoza, BBQ Pork Char Siu, Crispy Pork Belly and more. If you are with your family, on the other hand, you might want to attend the Dumpling party, held at the Asia Market on Drury Street, where you’ll be able to celebrate the Chinese tradition that consists of making dumplings with all your family members.

Learn Mandarin Chinese for Culture

If you want to socialize while you put your language skills into use, then China Ireland Social & Cultural Group is just for you. This language group is made of language-enthusiasts just like you who meet regularly to practise their Chinese.  If you attend one of the regular meetings at The Well, located at 130 Stephen’s Green, you’ll have the unique chance to meet Chinese native speakers who will help you improve your language skills in exchange for your English knowledge. You don’t have to register to attend the event, just show up, pay the 5 euro admission fee and get ready to practise your skills!

Where to learn Mandarin Chinese in and around Dublin?

Now that you’ve finally decided to study Chinese in Dublin, you’re probably wondering where’s the best place to do so. If you like reading, you should visit the Central Library, located at Ilac Shopping Centre at Henry St, where you’ll find Chinese novels in their original language as well as a World Languages section with language exams preparation resources that will help you in your self-study sessions. But if what you are really looking for are Chinese lessons that are completely tailored to your interests and language goals, the best place to study is Listen & Learn! All you need to do to study with us is send us a quick enquiry so someone from our team can get in contact with you to find out exactly what your requirements are and also your current skill level so one of our teachers can create the perfect Chinese course for you. If you’re not sure how good your language skills are, don’t worry! You can take one of our free Chinese level tests on our website.

The type of courses we offer:

Face-to-Face 1-to-1 (Individual) General Mandarin Chinese

These Mandarin Chinese lessons are more general in nature and are targeted at students who have a whole range of different needs. While all beginners level students can expect to cover Survival Mandarin Chineserequired for short visits to a country where English may not be spoken and/or the intention is to make good contacts with the local populationstudents then generally progress in different directions depending on their needs. Typical students include those buying property overseas, spouses of overseas nationals, people about to set off on that long-awaited world trip, Mandarin Chinese-culture enthusiasts and those who are keen to pass a particular Mandarin Chinese examination. Enquire now about our Mandarin Chinese Courses or Take A Free Mandarin Chinese Level Test

Face-to-Face 1-to-1 (Individual) Business Mandarin Chinese

These lessons in Mandarin Chinese are meant for those who feel that learning Mandarin Chinese would make a change in their work. For starters, it is expedient to learn how to say hello/goodbye, as well as basic business protocol; once the basics have been mastered, reading and writing come to the fore. Students who have greatly benefited have been involved in import/export, international negotiations and acquisitions, jobseekers in multinational companies where another language is required and those working in the international academia and government circuits. Even in our most fundamental beginner's lesson, students can anticipate ending the lesson with basic telephone Mandarin Chinese and e-mail Mandarin Chinese skills for communicating, as well as survival Mandarin Chinese if a short visit to the country is needed. Enquire now about our Mandarin Chinese Courses or Take A Free Mandarin Chinese Level Test

Face-to-Face Closed (Private) Group General or Business Mandarin Chinese

Those wishing to learn Mandarin Chinese in groups of two or more together (Two-to-One Mandarin Chinese Lessons or Small Group In-Company Mandarin Chinese Lessons) can sign up for our group classes. All students must be at nearly the same level of Mandarin Chinese proficiency, have the same needs from the language and must be able to study at the same time and place as the others. Bookings must be made for all students simultaneously. Listen & Learn does not suggest group sizes of more than 6-8 people, but In-Company Taster Mandarin Chinese Lessons can occur with up to 12 people. Enquire now about our Mandarin Chinese Courses or Take A Free Mandarin Chinese Level Test

Skype, Google Meet or Zoom Online 1-to-1 (Individual) General or Business Mandarin Chinese

You and your group can be trained by our native speaker qualified Mandarin Chinese teachers and can meet at your place of work or home at a time that works best for you. Tutorials can take place any day of the week, including weekends, and can be scheduled for the morning, afternoon or evening. If your home or office is not fitting for you, you can attend the lesson at the teacher's offices. You will be provided with all relevant lesson materials. Enquire now about our Mandarin Chinese Courses or Take A Free Mandarin Chinese Level Test

Skype, Google Meet or Zoom Online Group (Closed or Open) General or Business Mandarin Chinese

Those wishing to learn Mandarin Chinese in groups of two or more together (Two-to-One Mandarin Chinese Lessons or Small Group In-Company Mandarin Chinese Lessons) can sign up for our group classes. All students must be at nearly the same level of Mandarin Chinese proficiency, have the same needs from the language and be able to study at the same time and place as the others. Bookings must be made for all students simultaneously. Listen & Learn does not propose group sizes of more than 6-8 people, but In-Company Taster Mandarin Chinese Lessons can occur with up to 12 people. Enquire now about our Mandarin Chinese Courses or Take A Free Mandarin Chinese Level Test

Top Tips For…

mandarin-chinese Songs

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The Drunken Beauty- Li Yu Gang

“The Drunken Beauty” is a great song to learn more about the Chinese language, but also about their culture and traditions, as it combines ancient Chinese music with modern rhythms. The song is about two young adults who meet and fall in love in a disco one Saturday night, so you’ll learn some words related to love and relationships. If you are a beginner looking to improve your skills in Mandarin Chinese, this is the track for you, as it includes simple nouns and tenses and some useful prepositions. Plus, its rhythmic pattern makes the song easy to memorize.

Listen to this track here!

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WeChat- The Higher Brothers

Do you enjoy listening to rap and would like to take advantage to improve your Mandarin Chinese skills and learn new vocabulary in a meaningful manner? Then, you should definitely follow The Higher Brothers’ music. “WeChat”, for example, is a great song that mixes Mandarin with English, so it’s a good starting point for Beginner students who want to improve their listening skills. The song is about all the things that are prohibited in China (from free access to the internet to fashion or food), so you’ll also learn more about the culture, at the same time!

Listen to this track here!

Bao Bei Dui Bu Qi (Baby, I’m Sorry)- Shazam

If you are a Beginner-level student of Mandarin, it may be hard for you to find suitable materials to improve your skills. Listening, in particular, is one of the most challenging. But you can always resort to catchy, easy-to-remember songs, like “Baby, I’m sorry”, to develop your ear quickly. As the name suggests, this is a romantic song that talks about a man who apologizes to his wife for his mistakes. It uses simple structures and vocabulary, and the whole song is in the present perfect tense, so you will find it easy to understand (even as a beginner), especially if you have the written lyrics to hand!

Listen to this track here!

mandarin-chinese Apps

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Pleco

Pleco is one of the best Mandarin Chinese offline dictionaries you will find. It has a free version and a more complete premium option you can download for Android and iOS. Pleco will not only give you the definition of each word but it also includes a handwriting recognizer (so you can check the quality of your Chinese symbols), and an audio recording of each word, so you learn how to pronounce them correctly. If you decide to pay for the premium version, it also includes a flashcard maker, so you can prepare your own flashcards with pictures, words and sounds.

Click here to download the app.

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Duolingo

If you are an eager language learner, you have surely heard of Duolingo. This app offers 5-minute lessons on more than 20 languages, including Mandarin Chinese. Their lessons are organised into different vocabulary areas, such as food, family, directions, and more! The first thing you will learn are the Mandarin characters, so the app is good for beginners, as well as intermediate-level students. Additionally, you can practise grammar, as many of the activities involve creating or re-ordering sentences, translating phrases, etc. You can use Duolingo on your computer or download it onto your smartphone, if you prefer.

Click here to download the app.

Hello Talk

If you are an advanced learner of Mandarin Chinese and now you are looking for partners with whom you can put your skills into practice, you should download Hello Talk. The app helps you connect with people from different parts of the world (native and non-native) who are looking to make new friends while chatting in Chinese. It’s similar to WhatsApp, but here you can find people you don’t know but who are, nonetheless, as eager to learn Mandarin. Just download it onto your phone, choose the language you want to practise and you will see a list of people who want to chat and participate in an enriching language exchange!

Click here to download the app.

Testimonials

From our clients all over the world

"Thank you again we really had a great experience. Kan Lee is an excellent teacher and we will really miss her."
Mark Donovan

Mandarin Chinese course in Dublin, Director, Mark Donovan & Associates limited.

"I’m really loving the lessons so far. Miya is a fantastic teacher and is very flexible. She is really helping me improve all aspects of my language skills."
Jess Mather

Mandarin Chinese course in Derby.

"My Mandarin Chinese lessons were excellent! The instructor provided a good overview of things and gave me plenty of material for self-study."
Jaime MacKercher

Mandarin Chinese course in Online.

"The lessons are great. I appreciate Sharon's teaching and help."
Mashhur Anam

Mandarin Chinese course in Online.

"I've been in China, I used the stuff I have learnt and it was very useful!"
Philip Jarman

Mandarin Chinese course in Cardiff, International & Postgraduate Recruitment Officer, Swansea University.

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