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Our conversational Chinese classes are tailored to your needs and skill level, whether you're a beginner or an advanced learner.

Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher Yilin.
5.0

41 Lessons

Yilin

Community Tutorid verified
Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
English
+2

Professional Chinese Tutor | Specialist in Pronunciation Correction & Tailored Lessons 🌍Chinese for complete beginners 📝HSK preparation💼Business Chinese & workplace communication 📧No matter your goal — exams, work, or daily communication — I will create a personalized learning plan based on your level and needs. 🌍零基础中文(从拼音开始,循序渐进)📝HSK 考试辅导(词汇、语法、真题解析)💼商务中文(职场沟通、会议、邮件、面试等)📧无论你是完全没有基础,还是希望为了考试、工作或长期提升中文能力,我都可以为你量身定制学习计划

USD 8.00/trial
Available 01:30 Tomorrow
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher John YU.
5.0

26 Lessons

John YU

Community Tutorid verified
Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
English
Japanese
Chinese (Cantonese)
+3

Polyglot teacher|Language Enthusiast I have experience teaching HSK and helping students reach their goals step by step 📘 | As a former IELTS teacher and polyglot, I understand how languages work and how to learn them effectively 🧠 具有 HSK 教學經驗 | 能幫助學生循序漸進地達成目標 | 曾任雅思英語教師,是多語學習者,深知語言學習的規律與方法。 HSK の指導経験があり、生徒が目標を一歩ずつ達成できるよう支援しています 📗 | 元 IELTS 講師であり、多言語話者として効果的な学習法を理解しています。

USD 5.00/trial
Available 23:00 Today
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher Mr.Gomez.
5.0

7 Lessons

Mr.Gomez

Professional Teacherid verified
Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
Japanese
Russian
English
+4

拥有2年教学经验的CTCSOL认证中文教师,精通HSK,HSKK,YCT和MCT辅导的备考专家 我拥有持续的中文教学经验,主要面向国际学习者进行一对一或小班授课,教学内容涵盖发音纠正、基础会话、语法结构讲解以及情景表达训练。 在教学过程中,我会根据学生的水平和学习目标制定个性化学习计划,例如: 为初学者打好拼音和发音基础 为中级学习者强化语法与口语流利度 为有明确目标的学生提供针对性训练(如日常交流、工作场景等) 我也会在课堂中结合图片、文本、音频等多种材料,帮助学生更直观地理解语言结构,提高学习效率。 通过不断的教学实践,我逐渐形成了以学生为中心、注重理解与输出平衡的教学方式。

USD 5.00/trial
Available 23:00 Today
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher Jimi 媛媛.
5.0

28 Lessons

Jimi 媛媛

Community Tutorid verified
Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
Spanish
Native
English
+2

Profesora de chino lengua nativa, 4 años de experiencia, clases personalizadas a todos los niveles. Llevo 5 años acompañando a estudiantes como tú en su aventura de aprender chino. ¿Mi especialidad? Hacer que este idioma fascinante se sienta accesible y divertido. Sé que al empezar puede parecer un mundo: los tonos, los caracteres... Pero con paciencia, materiales prácticos y un toque de cultura china entretenida, verás cómo rápido le agarras el gusto. Me encanta crear un ambiente relajado donde equivocarse es parte del proceso y cada "¡ajá!" se celebra. Mi mayor satisfacción es ver cómo mis alumnos pasan de un "nǐ hǎo" titubeante a entender sus primeras conversaciones reales. ¿Te animas a probar? Tu primera clase será sin compromiso :)

USD 6.66/trial
Available 12:30 Today
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher Helen.
5.0

34 Lessons

Helen

Community Tutorid verified
Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
English
+1

5-Year-Experienced Professional Chinese Tutor I've worked with students from nearly 20 countries including kids, teenagers, college students, adults and business executives. I've helped my students communicate confidently in Chinese, ace the exams, and improve business Chinese skills. ✅ My Student Levels: 👓 50% Beginners 👓 35% Intermediate 👓 15% Advanced (including native speakers) 📘 My teaching method - The course is 100% customized to your goals and level. - Focus on speaking aloud, proceed gradually, and continuously correct pronunciation - Systematic teaching materials + practical application scenarios - The classroom atmosphere is relaxed and patient, encouraging you to express yourself boldly.

USD 8.00/trial
Available 02:30 Tomorrow
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher Monika Huan.
5.0

50 Lessons

Monika Huan

Community Tutorid verified
Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
English
Japanese
German
+2

Expert in Oral Chinese | 4 Years Teaching | Travel & Culture Immersion I have been working as a Chinese tutor for over 4 years, including during my time living in Japan and Germany. Throughout this journey, I’ve supported learners from diverse backgrounds, beginners looking to build confidence, travelers preparing for a trip to China, professionals wanting to improve business communication, and long-term learners exploring Chinese culture more deeply. As a teacher, I specialize in spoken Chinese and real-life communication. My classes focus on building fluency through free conversation, cultural topics, and authentic expressions that go beyond textbooks.

USD 12.00/trial
Available 21:00 Today
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher Jinli.
4.9

23 Lessons

Jinli

Professional Teacherid verified
Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
English
+1

HSK&Beginner specialist|Speak confidently|Adults&Children 🇨🇳🇪🇺Based in Europe|Bratislava 👩🏻‍🏫 I have more than five years of teaching experience in an international school. ⭐️Why choose me: -A professional Chinese teacher with expertise and experience. -Fluent and non-accent English as intermediary language. -Multicultural work and life background. -Chinese cultural enthusiasts.

USD 15.00/trial
Available 19:30 Today
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher Tiffany Chu.
5.0

4 Lessons

Tiffany Chu

Community Tutorid verified
Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
Chinese (Cantonese)
Native
English
Japanese
+1

Mandarin for Real Life | Conversation-based learning using tailor-made textbook My teaching style is friendly, flexible, and practical. I focus on helping you build confidence in real-life situations, whether that’s chatting with locals, fitting into a new workplace, or preparing for a move abroad. I am not a textbook-style rigid learner, so besides grammar textbook, I also use a specialized "100 topics of daily spoken chinese" for my lesson. You will be able to actually speak the local language & slangs! I am a person with positive energy and I hope your language journey is full of encouragement and fun, while still pushing your limits!

USD 35.00/Hour
Available 23:00 Today
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher 木子凌.

木子凌

Professional Teacherid verified
Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
English
+1

拥有超过8年教学经验的认证国际中文教师 I’m a professional teacher with CTCSOL certificate and also I'm a certified English teacher. I have been teaching Chinese for 8 years. My students are from all over the world. I can teach Chinese learners of kids and adults from different levels. I have worked in the field of international trade for many years, so I’m familiar with Business Chinese. As a teacher, I will try my best to respect the student’s ability and interests and prepare the suitable learning materials to them.

USD 8.00/trial
Available now
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher Jane.

Jane

Community Tutorid verified
Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
English
German
+1

With 2000+ lessons taught and 5-star reviews from over 90 students (Kids&Adults ) Helped multiple students score high in HSK. Pinyin: Most master fluent/accurate spelling in 6 lessons, conquering tricky tones for a solid foundation. Characters: No rote memorization! Break down logic (pictographic, etc.) + visual memory—grasp cultural connotations, recognize/remember/apply flexibly. Spoken Chinese: Student-centered, 50%+ speaking time per class. High-frequency scenarios (daily/work), relaxed yet systematic—progress from daring to speak to authentic expression.

USD 10.00/trial
Available 00:00 Tomorrow
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher IELTS Simon • 专家教师.
5.0

13.7k Lessons

IELTS Simon • 专家教师

Professional Teacherid verified
Business
Test Preparation
Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
English
Spanish
Chinese (Cantonese)
Native
French

BC认证雅思培训师 I have taught over 10,000 lessons on italki, and I am skilled in teaching both kids and adults. Under my approach, many of my students have achieved fluency, and excellent scores in standardized tests like IELTS and HSK. I have also researched and self-created contents for over 500+ daily scenarios, each dialogue is specially designed, so grammar structures are taught naturally through the dialogues, to ensure easy understanding. These topics pretty much cover every possible scenario in life, so you can be sure that you would reach a near native level of vocabulary after learning them.

USD 60.00/trial
Available 09:30 Today
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher Jason wan(kid&adult).
5.0

2,466 Lessons

Jason wan(kid&adult)

Professional Teacherid verified
Medical
Test Preparation
Kids
+1
Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
English
Chinese (Other)
Native
+2

🔥Group lesson🔥CTCSOL+TESOL+IPA+Elementary school teacher certificate+ 8 years of experience. 教学中我积累了很多经验。比如困同学们的发音,汉字及声调我都有很多好的学习方法与大家分享,在汉字方面,我们可以用中国文化来记忆,比如记住一个大字就可以记住天“夫”,“文”,“央”,“英” 等,在不同的学习方向上,我都有很多好的学习方法与大家分享。 I accumulated a lot of experience in the teaching.For Chinese characters, we can use Chinese culture to remember.For pronunciation we will use pronunciation rules and videos to remember.I will make different learning plans for students at different levels. 我的学生都能在在两小时内记住90到160个不认识的单词,而且按照我给的方法复习,很难忘记,对于toeic 500左右的学生,三周内稳定提升100-200分。 My students are able to memorize 90 to 160 completely unknown words in two hours, and review them in the way I gave them, which is very difficult to forget.For students with a toeic score of around 500,a steady improvement of 100-200 scores

USD 11.00/trial
Available 09:45 Today
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher Ava Lu.
5.0

710 Lessons

Ava Lu

Professional Teacherid verified
Medical
Technology
Business
+2
Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
English
+1

CTCSOL & IPA advanced Certified|Dual Master’s|Patient & Effective My teaching strengths 🌍 International background & clear cross-cultural communication With my international education experience, I understand the learning difficulties of students from different countries. I explain Mandarin clearly, patiently, and logically. 🎯 Patient, structured & effective teaching I focus on pronunciation, daily conversation, practical expression, and real-life communication. My lessons are relaxed, interesting, and easy to follow. 🎓 Professional & systematic courses I design personalized learning plans for each student, from zero beginners to advanced learners.

USD 7.00/trial
Available 21:00 Today
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher Lily Zhou.
5.0

1,026 Lessons

Lily Zhou

Professional Teacherid verified
Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
Chinese (Cantonese)
English
+2

⚡️Experienced & certificated Chinese Tutor give students EASY and ENJOYABLE Chinese lessons Please send me a message or complete the teacher contact form before the trial class. ❤️ I teach students from 7 to 60 years old; ❤️ I love teaching, and I’m enthusiastic about the process. ❤️ I try to make the lessons enjoyable for my students. ❤️ I am extremely patient. ❤️ I always encourage my students to talk during my class and make sure they learn everything effectively and practice enough then improve their fluency and confidence with using Chinese in real life situations. ❤️ I really like to tailor my lessons to suit my students’ needs, motivations and interests. ❤️ I am always happy to keep in touch with my students to practice the language outside of class.

USD 5.00/trial
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher Coco_He.
5.0

395 Lessons

Coco_He

Professional Teacherid verified
Test Preparation
Kids
Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
English
+1

圣欣双语幼儿园 2015年7月 -2020年7月 幼儿老师 preply 2020年3月 -至今 对外汉语老师

USD 5.00/trial
Available 21:00 Today
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher Ling.
5.0

112 Lessons

Ling

Professional Teacherid verified
Test Preparation
Kids
Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
Chinese (Other)
English
+2

🎓 Certified Chinese Teacher (9+ Years) | Master's degree|Patient, Supportive & Learner-Centered As a dedicated educator, I place great importance on lesson preparation and organization. I enrich each session by expanding on vocabulary and topics from the textbook, while also tailoring my teaching methods to suit your unique personality. Why Learn with Me? ✅AI-Powered Learning: I integrate AI tools to make your lessons more efficient, engaging, and personalized. ✅Comprehensive Support: You will receive detailed study materials after every session to support your review. ✅Psychological Insight: My passion for psychology and parenting helps me understand the emotional side of language learning. I create a supportive, "safe-to-fail" environment where you can practice without fear.

USD 10.00/trial
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher Lily Lee.
5.0

2,050 Lessons

Lily Lee

Professional Teacherid verified
Business
Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
English
+1

✅HSK1-6✅Business Chinese✅Spoken Chinese✅Conversation Practice✅Customised Class As a full-time Chinese teacher with over 20,000 hours of teaching experience, I have taught many international students from all over the world and international people working in China, including diplomats from embassies of various countries in China, research students from international trade companies, foreign media reporters, lawyers, etc. Many learners benefit from online studying with me in their work, study and life, such as, Chinese business culture and Chinese interview for business people; good Chinese exam results for undergraduates, postgraduates and all grades‘ school students; practical Chinese speaking improvement and cultural communication for lawyers, journalists and so on.

USD 10.00/trial
Available 22:00 Today
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher 月月 leah.
5.0

49 Lessons

月月 leah

Professional Teacherid verified
Test Preparation
Business
Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
English

🐎🔥【✅Pro & Certified Chinese Teacher (CTCSOL) |🎓 Master’s Degree| 💼Extensive experience】 Focusing on effective, structured, and engaging lessons to help you improve Chinese quickly, I have taught students of all ages, levels, and cultural backgrounds — from total beginners to advanced learners. My background in business also helps me tailor lessons for professionals. I have rich experience working with structured learning plans, exam preparation, and helping students make steady, clear progress. This allows me to teach with flexibility and clear guidance.

USD 6.80/trial
Available 00:00 Tomorrow
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher Nancy 徐(Kids&Adults).
5.0

4,065 Lessons

Nancy 徐(Kids&Adults)

Professional Teacherid verified
Test Preparation
Kids
Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
English
Japanese
+1

🥇Certified+Professional+12y experience👄(Talk!)Picture Talking+Story Telling🪄Cultural Immersion 🈶Certificate: Certificate of Accreditation in Teaching Chinese 🈶Highly experienced in teaching both adults and kids, with over 10,000 hours of teaching experience 🈶Tailor lessons to best meet students' needs 🈶Create a relaxed and comfortable learning environment. ☘️資格:2013年1月に中国語教師の認定証明書を取得しました。 ☘️経験:2020年まで上海の中国語学校「easyMandarin」で中国語教師として働いていました。その後、italkiでフルタイムのプロの中国語教師になりました。これまでに10,000時間以上の授業を行っています。 ☘️生徒の学習ゴールに応じたレッスンコンテンツを作成します。 ☘️リラックスしたクラスの雰囲気で授業を行います。

USD 8.00/trial
Available 01:00 Tomorrow
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) with the teacher Kai Aoel 凯.
5.0

4,855 Lessons

Kai Aoel 凯

Community Tutorid verified
Speaks :Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
English
Native
Malay
Indonesian
German
+4

8 years of experience. Multilingual. Business, Academic, IELTS, Exam Prep, Kids & General. 中英文母语者 🏆 Top 1% italki teacher, trusted by students worldwide. Growing up in a multicultural society, I know the joys and challenges of acquiring new languages. My interests include travel, music, science, education, psych, business, food, films, finance, fitness, languages, literature and law. I am adaptable to different needs/styles and continue to grow as a teacher. Friendly, patient and professional, I provide: ✔ encouragement ✔ feedback ✔ explanations e.g. grammar ✔ techniques e.g. writing, listening ✔ practise sessions e.g. speaking ✔ coaching e.g. pronunciation, vocabulary, reading ✔ custom materials as necessary. 中英马来文都是我的母语。 ✔ 发音更清晰 ✔ 成人和儿童课程 ✔ 面试技巧 ✔ 听说读写 QQ = VooV 腾讯会议

USD 21.88/trial
Available 01:00 Tomorrow
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Frequently asked questions

What level of Chinese do I need to have before taking conversational Chinese classes?

Before taking conversational Chinese classes, it’s recommended that you have at least a basic understanding of the language, ideally at a beginner (A1) or lower-intermediate (A2) level. This would include being familiar with basic vocabulary, simple sentence structures, and common phrases. While it’s possible to start conversational lessons as a complete beginner, having some foundation in pronunciation (like tones) and basic characters will make the process smoother and more effective.

Conversational Chinese classes are designed to help you improve speaking and listening skills, so knowing some basic grammar and vocabulary will allow you to participate in conversations more easily. If you’re a beginner, your tutor will likely focus on building your confidence and helping you practice simple conversations. If you’re at a more intermediate level, the focus can shift to more complex sentence structures and deeper discussions.

Can I take online conversational Chinese classes?

Yes, you can definitely take online conversational Chinese classes, and italki is a great platform for this! It offers one-on-one lessons with native Chinese-speaking tutors who can help you practice speaking, improve your listening skills, and build your confidence in real-life conversations. Whether you’re a beginner or more advanced, you can find a tutor who tailors lessons to your specific needs, helping you focus on topics that interest you, like daily life, travel, or business Chinese. Online conversational Chinese classes are highly flexible, allowing you to schedule lessons at times that suit you, and you can learn from the comfort of your own home.

How many classes do I need to take to become fluent in Chinese?

The number of classes needed to become fluent in Chinese depends on several factors, including your starting level, learning goals, and how much time you can dedicate to studying. For beginners, fluency can take several years to achieve, with consistent study and practice. On average, it might take around 600 to 1,200 hours of study to reach conversational fluency, which can equate to about 1-2 years of regular lessons.

However, becoming fluent also involves immersion, practice outside of lessons, and exposure to the language in different contexts. The key is consistency – taking lessons regularly, engaging in conversations, and practicing vocabulary, pronunciation, and grammar. Additionally, actively using the language in real-world situations will significantly speed up your progress.

Setting specific milestones and working closely with a tutor on conversational practice can help accelerate your learning and give you a clearer idea of how many lessons you might need to become fluent.

Who are the tutors that will be teaching the conversational Chinese classes?

The tutors teaching conversational Chinese classes on italki are native speakers or highly proficient speakers of Chinese, with a variety of teaching backgrounds and expertise. Some tutors are professional language instructors with formal teaching qualifications, while others are informal teachers with extensive experience in helping learners improve their conversational skills. These tutors come from diverse regions where Chinese is spoken, offering a range of accents and dialects (Mandarin, Cantonese, etc.).

Many tutors also specialize in different areas, such as business Chinese, travel vocabulary, or preparing for Chinese language exams. You can choose a tutor based on your personal learning goals, preferences, and their teaching style. Tutor profiles on italki include information about their qualifications, experience, teaching methods, and reviews from other students, helping you select the right match for your conversational practice.

How do I sign up for conversational Chinese classes?

To sign up for conversational Chinese classes on italki, follow these steps:

Create an Account: If you don’t already have an account, visit italki.com and sign up by entering your email or connecting through a social media account.

Browse Tutors: Once logged in, go to the “Teachers” section and search for conversational Chinese tutors. You can filter your search based on criteria like availability, teaching style, experience, and reviews from other students.

Check Tutor Profiles: Review the profiles of different tutors, which include their qualifications, lesson offerings, teaching approach, and availability. Many tutors also offer trial lessons, allowing you to get a feel for their teaching style before committing to a regular class.

Book a Lesson: Once you find a tutor you like, click on their profile and choose a time slot that fits your schedule. You’ll be able to select the lesson type (such as conversational practice or specific skills) and pay for the lesson directly through the platform.

Start Learning: After booking, you’ll be able to join your lesson through italki’s video call feature. You can communicate directly with your tutor to focus on improving your conversational skills.

Ready to start learning Chinese today? Sign up now to find the perfect Chinese teacher for you and take your language skills to the next level!