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31/03/2022

is in full swing! Hear from judge about how to enter for a chance to win a FREE round trip to you nearest Chinatown, or $500USD!✈️

Visit CHINOSITY.com/whyspeakchinese2022 or the LINK IN BIO for full contest information!

31/03/2022

“Ascension” is a documentary from Jessica Kingdon, a Chinese American director and producer. Nominated for Best Documentary Feature at the 2022 Oscar's, learn how this film tackles China's wealth distribution.

“Ascension” is a documentary from Jessica Kingdon, a Chinese American director and producer.

30/03/2022

Tea is an essential element of Chinese culture and daily life. Learn more about the types and benefits of China's most renowned teas!

The origins and benefits of some of the “Great Chinese Teas."

29/03/2022

Taking a trip with your significant other? Plan your perfect romantic getaway with the quiz below!

Take this quiz to find your romance movie star twin!

28/03/2022

The Marvel movie “Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings” was nominated for Best Visual Effects at the 94th Academy Awards! Check out some the most incredible animated creatives in the move at the article below.

Get ready to meet some incredible creatures in this Oscar-nominated movie!

27/03/2022

Thinking of entering ? Check out this video featuring judge Shuo Shuo Chinese to learn how to win FREE tickets to your nearest Chinatown!

Visit https://www.chinosity.com/whyspeakchinese2022/ for full contest details!

25/03/2022

The wait is finally over! Chinosity is excited to announce the start of our WhySpeakChinese 2022 Contest🎉!

To enter, submit a 1 minute video on IG, FB, or Tiktok about how you studied Chinese during the pandemic (be sure to include your location, and and to the post!)

Due to international travel restrictions, winners can choose from a grand prize of a round trip ticket to their nearest Chinatown or a $500 USD prize✈️

Visit CHINOSITY.com/WhySpeakChinese2022 or the article below for full contest rules!

The contest begins TODAY and is open until April 30th, 2022. Good luck, and DM us with any questions🏆

The English-language rules for the Why Speak Chinese 2022 contest.

24/03/2022

Doing business in China? Learn the customs and practices you should expect during formal business situations at the article below!

Looking for a job in China? Read this guide to be prepared!

21/03/2022

Ever wonder what the typical makeup routine of a woman in Ancient China is like? Click the article below to learn more!

Take a look at how Chinese women of the past put on makeup!

18/03/2022

Looking for an eerie adventure? Try visiting ghost cities in China – empty cities filled with high-rise buildings and futuristic architecture.

Looking for an eerie adventure? Try visiting ghost cities in China – empty cities filled with high-rise buildings and futuristic architecture.

17/03/2022

Didn't get a chance to check out our interview videos with costume designer Michelle J. Li? Check out the full transcript of our interview below!

NYC-based costume designer Michelle J. Li shares insight on her work in the film industry.

16/03/2022

Check out Part 2 of our interview with costume designed Michelle J. Li. In this video, Michelle discusses her costume design approach and her favorite costume designers to follow on social media!

15/03/2022

Gift the foodie in your life some elevated Asian cooking ingredients! From spicy sauces to flavorful seasonings, these ingredients are sure to please.

Whether it’s a holiday or just because, treat your foodie and they’ll (hopefully) cook you something delicious.

14/03/2022

Spice up your daily conversations with these Chinese Internet Slang Words! Which term will you use first? Let us know in the comments below.

These Internet slang words are used on a daily basis in China. Try using these terms in your online Chinese conversations!

10/03/2022

They say you are what you eat... so for all of us Hot Pot lovers out there, which Hot Pot ingredient are you? Take the quiz below and let us know

Answer some questions to find out which hot pot ingredient you are!

09/03/2022

With over 665 million players, China is one of the most lucrative gaming markets in the world! Learn about how the gaming industry is taking China by storm at the article below.

Why are millions of gamers spending billions of dollars on online games?

08/03/2022

Happy International Women's Day! This month, Chinosity sat down with costumer designer Michelle J. Li to discuss her work on Shiva Baby, as well as her upcoming projects.

Part 2 coming soon!

08/03/2022

Visiting the emergency room is never fun, but how different is the experience in China? Learn more at the article below.

How does China handle the people most in need?

07/03/2022

National Women’s Day (国际妇女节) (Guójì fùnǚ jié) is an international holiday recognizing women’s contributions to society. This day can also be referred to in China as 三八节 (Sānbā jié), as it falls on 03/08.

Recently, Chinese female college students have made their own version that happens the day before on March 7: Girls’ Day (女性节) (Nǚxìng jié). Learn more at the article below!

Want to know the difference between the two?

05/03/2022

Today is National Snack Day! Celebrate by watching our easy recipe video for Sesame Chips.

Join Chinosity writer, Zhengyuan Ma, to make Chinese Sesame Chips at home! With only a few ingredients, you can make the snack at home to share with your fri...

04/03/2022

Believe it or not, travel by train is extremely common in China. Specifically, sleeper trains are meant for long, overnight journeys. But how comfortable are the accommodations? And is the long trip worth it? Find out more at the article below.

What can you expect when taking overnight trains across China?

03/03/2022

Recently, Bradley Rust Gray’s film “blood” premiered at the Sundance 2022 Film Festival. Check out our full review, plus some exclusive interviews with the film's director at Chinosity.com!

In an interview, Bradley Rust Gray explores the inspirations behind the award-winning movie “blood.”

02/03/2022

Winter is here and temperatures are dropping! Why not make yourself a warm cup of tea or coffee, get cozy and grab a notebook to learn these idioms?

Expand your Chinese vocabulary with these idioms.

01/03/2022

Lunar New Year is celebrated differently all across the world with varying traditions and celebrations. Tibet's festival, called Losar, has its own variation of folklore and customs. Learn more at the link!

Losar is a festival to say goodbye to the old and welcome new opportunities.

28/02/2022

Intimated by dim sum culture? Here is a guide to having a stellar dim sum dining experience!

Intimated by dim sum culture? Here is a guide to having a stellar dim sum dining experience!

22/02/2022

Recently, revivals and remakes of movies have been flooding the entertainment scene. China’s new film “The Curse of Turandot” is certainly no exception. Based on the 1926 opera “Turandot,” the movie aims to recreate its grandeur - but how authentic is it?

China’s newest remake tells a century-old tale.

21/02/2022

Do you ever wonder why white is often worn to funerals in Chinese culture? Or why holiday attire is typically comprised of vibrant red outfits? Check out the article below to learn about color symbolism in China!

Trying to choose an outfit? Here are some colors you should and should not wear in China.

20/02/2022

How did an art form born in the streets of NYC become a Chinese cultural sensation? Find out more at the link below

How did an art form born in the streets of NYC become a Chinese cultural sensation?

19/02/2022

Take this quiz to answer the question that keeps you up at night...! Let us know which chopsticks you get in the comments below.

Take this quiz to answer the question that keeps you up at night.

17/02/2022

Was “Single’s Inferno" not enough? Get ready to fall in love with these shows!

Let us know your favorite Chinese Reality TV show in the comments below!

Was “Single’s Inferno" not enough? Get ready to fall in love with these shows!