Ok I’m looking to learn a new language, and would like to try to learn Chinese. I am wondering what are some good resources or software/programs that would help me learn Chinese. I have no prior knowledge of any Chinese or any other Asian language for that matter. I was also wondering how long it would take to learn Chinese before I could actually hold a conversation with a native. Thanks.

I want to Learn Chinese Culture! I already know that moon cakes are used, but what else?

I really only want to learn the basics... but I’m not sure if software is the way to learn Chinese and my schedule is not very stable so I really don't feel like going to classes. I want to hear from people that have actually tried software without knowing any Chinese at all, to know how effective it is. Also tell me how much time you spent on Chinese learning and which software did you use to learn Chinese. Thanks!

Hey I am taking classes to learn Mandarin Chinese.....and just last week was my first class....I've found the lessons quite hard to follow because I'm different from a different ethnic background and speak a different language. I also notice that unlike English, where there are ABCs, Chinese is more like symbols.... I am having a hard time of trying to learn Mandarin language....can any of u guys suggest anything that could help me learn Mandarin Chinese...or improve it...?

I asked my family what is the difference between Chinese and Mandarin. My sister said that Mandarin is the language, and Chinese is nationality, and my other sister said that Mandarin and Chinese are languages.

I've been looking for language courses (Mandarin) around NW11. I'm doing A levels so I cant really afford anything expensive and I can’t seem to find any close by. There's some running at my own college but it clashes with something else that I do so I probably won't be able to attend. I'm also a beginner. I have searched on the internet but, as aforementioned, couldn't really find anything of use. Could anyone recommend a good place to learn Chinese from scratch? Thanks... ..)

What’s the best software to study Chinese online or program/course online that can teach me to read Chinese characters with transaction in Cantonese and not Mandarin since I already know how to listen/speak in Cantonese but cannot read? I do not need to know how to write just to read Chinese characters)

I know for daily Chinese word "cool" there are many meanings and it's merely based on your culture. So what does it mean in the Chinese culture?

Please don't give Google translations to these two daily Chinese sentences, only native speakers please. 1. What year did your father come to Australia? 2. Which day of the week is Australia Day this year?

I would like to know how to learn Chinese. How long do you think it would take to become fluent in Chinese? I know it is a very difficult language to learn but I really want to learn it. How many years would it take to become fluent?

I want to study Chinese, but I have to study at home. Do you think studying Chinese online is a good choice?

I want to study Mandarin online, but I don't want to be ripped off. Can someone personally recommend on online course that is honest and reasonably priced?

How do I say shut up and get out of my way in Mandarin Chinese? I really want to know because I get so annoyed in Chinese class. LOL Thanks!!!)

I'm trying to say that I go to/attend St. Chad's school but I'm not sure which of these are correct in Chinese grammar if any at all.. 我在St. Chad's上学 我去St. Chad's上学 我去St. Chad's学校 thanks in advance :)

沒事Also, my friend said "pei". What does it means? BTW. this is Chinese/mandarin.