Chinese and Cantonese, understanding the Chinese language from the perspective of an anthropologist - Berlin - Private lessons

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Chinese and Cantonese, understanding the Chinese language from the perspective of an anthropologist

From 32.13 £ /h

Cantonese courses with possible additional learning of Chinese characters.

I am aware that my German level still has a lot of room for improvement, but my many years of experience as a translator allow me to have a fine sense of culture.

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About Me

Kin Man, postgraduate scholarship holder (Bolseiro de Mérito de Pós-Graduados) of the Macau government, is currently a PhD student under Prof. Dr. Undine Frömming in the field of Visual and Media Anthropology.

In 1987, he was born in Macao, the son of Cantonese illegal immigrants from the PRC, then "Chinese territory under Portuguese administration". Studied Lusitanian at the University of Macau and Portuguese as a Foreign Language at the Universities of Coimbra and Lisbon with several grants. His bachelor's thesis, which is based on his documentary film about Macau's identity in Europe and North America, made a special mention of Macau's “Young Research Award” in 2010. After completing his professional training as an interpreter at the European Commission, he worked as a translator at the Macanese Office for Language Affairs, which was the office for Sinian affairs in colonial Macau and therefore brought him far-reaching inspiration in relation to postcolonialism.

2012 - 2014 completed the master's program "Visual and Media Anthropology" at the Free University of Berlin and a research internship in the field of sociology at the Nanyang Technological University in Singapore. His master's degree film “A Useless Fiction” won awards in Canada, Spain, the United States, China and India and was shown in more than twenty countries. He has been writing for the press occasionally for over a decade, and has been curating international film and video programs for two years.

Education

PhD student at FU Berlin.
2012 - 2014 completed the master's program "Visual and Media Anthropology" at the Free University of Berlin.
His bachelor's thesis, which is based on his documentary film about Macau's identity in Europe and North America, made a special mention of Macau's “Young Research Award” in 2010.

Experience / Qualifications

In 2014 I completed a B2 certificate preparatory course at the Goethe Institute in Singapore. After two years of actively participating in various courses at FU Berlin and adult education centers and the professional experience mentioned above, I am now very used to the German language. I am aware that my German level has a lot of leeway, but my many years of experience as a translator allow me to have a fine sense of culture.

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Chinese for adults

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- I specialize in tutoring Chinese(Mandarin) for school and business. My goal is to teach students by their aptitude and find a way to help diverse students to learn more.

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- I will put some Chinese culture in my class, such as food, music, painting, and so on.

- I would like to share you some home recipes for Chinese food, I am sure you really can't miss it.

I am a full-time professional Chinese Mandarin teacher from the North of China where Mandarin comes from.
I have been teaching for about 10 years as a teacher and school owner. I have my own school and website for studying Chinese. Students' ages are from 3 to adults. They are from all over the world. You can study with me online /come to my office/ Go-home lessons. Classes can be one-to-one or group classes.

I have been helping numerous people learn to speak Chinese and do exam HSK. Children always have fun learning Mandarin with me. I teach Mandarin for business purposes, traveling, YCT (for Children and teenagers), BCT (business Chinese), Conversational practice, Advanced level Chinese classes, etc. Any levels are all welcome.
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Daily Chinese
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BCT / Startup Business in China: Business Chinese (Beginner to Advanced)
YCT class: Level 1--Level 6 for children to teenagers
Easy steps to Chinese: 3-12 years old children
There are some other classes that welcome you to message me.

I grew up and had educations in China. I moved to Europe for teaching Chinese in 2019 November.
I am fun, active, very patient, and responsible. I have never come late to all of my classes for more than 10 years.
For children's classes, I prepare songs, videos, cartoons, teaching and explaining at the same time, They learn really fast and never feel bored when they are excited with a fun teacher and materials. I believe that interest is the best teacher. So I try my best to prepare before classes and send materials after classes to students.

The classes can be taught in Chinese, English.

A qualified teacher offers individual teaching methods, help with language learning, Chinese, English and German. My goal is to help the student make progress without overloading them. And to further awaken interest in the target language and deepen knowledge of regional studies.

Exploring the history of the cosmos, the history of mankind and the intellectual history of mankind is an interesting and diverse journey. It leads via the formation of stars to the emergence of cultures and natural sciences.

This course aims to broaden the linguistic and intellectual horizons of interested adults or children. In addition, the students' own psycho-mental system should be optimized and intensified with certain meditation and contemplation techniques.

Hi all!

I'm truly passionate about helping people learn the Chinese language, and I'm confident that my online course will provide a valuable learning experience. During the Mandarin class, you will be able to start from the beginning, including introduction, pronunciation, the acknowledgment of the general framework of the course schedule and also Chinese culture :)

Chill and fun Chinese (mandarin) lessons for anyone who's: interested in the language itself, or the beautiful culture behind, or conversation sessions... anything related to Chinese, culture and calligraphy!

Apart from English (which will be my main teaching language, unless you speak quite fluent Chinese already, in that case no English for you), I also speak German (~B2) and Italian (~A2)

*Important: I'm more oriented in the culture part, since I myself am a big history nerd and have passion for literature and linguistics. However I'm NOT a HSK teacher or exam tutor of any sort. I'll be more than happy to help but I'm probably not the best person to go to if you would like to take HSK tests.*

*Another important thing: it's gonna be fun so get ready and don't be shy! language is fun <3 *

Please write something about yourself in the message, be gentle and nice, thank you and looking forward to hearing from y'all :)

Hi~I am a native Chinese speaker living in China for more than 20 years and have child-teaching experiences. I can teach you to pronounce the words correctly and basic or more expert grammar. I hope to take you through different scenarios to speak Chinese in a more practical way. My courses are for anyone who loves to learn Chinese! Each session is one hour long and I'll make customized plans for you. You can also decide the length of the course by yourself.

As a language and cross-culture lover, I can also speak English, so we'll have the chance to communicate in different languages if you are interested in them. I will try my best to make you feel very relaxed during my courses.

1. Interactive Teaching: small talks in various scenarios.

2. Cultural Integration: Knowledge of Chinese history, traditions, festivals, and modern society, allowing students to experience rich cultural contexts while learning the language.

4. Flexible Course Schedule: online learning almost every day with flexible timing, suitable for learners everywhere and with varying schedules.

I am the 8th generation successor of Guqin Sichuan School 川派古琴(also known as Shu School蜀派古琴), and I am currently based in Berlin, Germany.

The inheritage thread of Sichuan School (only count from modern China)

1. Zhang, Kongshan (ca. 1830-1905)

2.Ye, Jiefu

3.Ye, Wanzhen

4.Liao, Wenfu

5.Yu, Shaoze (1903-1988)

6. Hu, Jinrong

7. Huang, Yishu

8. Li, Yang

With the innermost passion of playing and teaching this interesting instrument, I would love to encounter more international students from diverse backgrounds, as long as we can communicate in English/Chinese.

2025 is my 11th year of practicing. The music ran through my college time in Beijing, pursuing master's degree in the UK, Australia, Italy, and now in Germany as a PhD candidate in art history. My another profession is art curator and researcher. I am keen to spread the music to more regions and population, and even more, fusing the music with different genres of global music.

Traditional Sichuan School 1v1 teaching according to student's individual level. There is no fixed order to learn Guqin music. For beginners to advanced. Except for traditional pieces, we can also work with pop music transfers based on individual interest.

My Teaching list:

仙翁操 (Xiānwēng Cāo) – Immortal’s Song

酒狂 (Jiǔ Kuáng) – Drunken Ecstasy

关山月 (Guānshān Yuè) – Moon Over the Mountain Pass

良宵引 (Liángxiāo Yǐn) – A Pleasant Evening

神人畅 (Shénrén Chàng) – Divine Joy

桃李园序 (Táolǐ Yuán Xù) – Preface to the Peach and Plum Garden

风雷引 (Fēngléi Yǐn) – Winds and Thunder

梅花三弄 (Méihuā Sān Nòng) – Three Variations on the Plum Blossom

平沙落雁 (Píngshā Luòyàn) – Wild Geese Descending on the Sandbank

文王操 (Wénwáng Cāo) – King Wen’s Ode

梧叶舞秋风 (Wúyè Wǔ Qiūfēng) – Dancing Wutong Leaves in Autumn Wind

洞庭秋思 (Dòngtíng Qiūsī) – Autumn Thoughts by Lake Dongting

佩兰 (Pèi Lán) – Wearing Orchids

高山 (Gāo Shān) – High Mountains

流水 (Liú Shuǐ) – Flowing Water

离骚 (Lí Sāo) – Lament of Departure (or Encountering Sorrow, referencing Qu Yuan’s poem)

碣石调幽兰 (Jiéshí Diào Yōu Lán) – Solitary Orchid in Jieshi Mode

长清 (Cháng Qīng) – Eternal Purity

广陵散 (Guǎnglíng Sǎn) – Guangling Melody

潇湘水云 (Xiāoxiāng Shuǐ Yún) – Mist and Clouds over Xiao and Xiang Rivers

My teaching approach is tailored to meet your specific requirements. Whether you want casual conversation or aim to impress your business partners, I've got you covered.
You can choose an area to focus based on your need, for example listening, speaking, grammar...
We can also choose any topics you are untested in talking.
You will receive notes on vocabulary, grammar, pronunciation and/or mistakes during/after each session.
⭐️ Welcome to reach out with any questions or to book a lesson.

- I specialize in tutoring Chinese(Mandarin) for school and business. My goal is to teach students by their aptitude and find a way to help diverse students to learn more.

- I personally also good at Chinese writing and speaking, so I can help you to correct the pronunciation of each word. Or if you'd like, you can also learn some southern cute accent from me.

- I will put some Chinese culture in my class, such as food, music, painting, and so on.

- I would like to share you some home recipes for Chinese food, I am sure you really can't miss it.

I am a full-time professional Chinese Mandarin teacher from the North of China where Mandarin comes from.
I have been teaching for about 10 years as a teacher and school owner. I have my own school and website for studying Chinese. Students' ages are from 3 to adults. They are from all over the world. You can study with me online /come to my office/ Go-home lessons. Classes can be one-to-one or group classes.

I have been helping numerous people learn to speak Chinese and do exam HSK. Children always have fun learning Mandarin with me. I teach Mandarin for business purposes, traveling, YCT (for Children and teenagers), BCT (business Chinese), Conversational practice, Advanced level Chinese classes, etc. Any levels are all welcome.
Classes type:
Daily Chinese
HSK class: Level 1--Level 6
HSKK class: HSK speaking test (Beginner to advanced)
Chinese grammar class
BCT / Startup Business in China: Business Chinese (Beginner to Advanced)
YCT class: Level 1--Level 6 for children to teenagers
Easy steps to Chinese: 3-12 years old children
There are some other classes that welcome you to message me.

I grew up and had educations in China. I moved to Europe for teaching Chinese in 2019 November.
I am fun, active, very patient, and responsible. I have never come late to all of my classes for more than 10 years.
For children's classes, I prepare songs, videos, cartoons, teaching and explaining at the same time, They learn really fast and never feel bored when they are excited with a fun teacher and materials. I believe that interest is the best teacher. So I try my best to prepare before classes and send materials after classes to students.

The classes can be taught in Chinese, English.

A qualified teacher offers individual teaching methods, help with language learning, Chinese, English and German. My goal is to help the student make progress without overloading them. And to further awaken interest in the target language and deepen knowledge of regional studies.

Exploring the history of the cosmos, the history of mankind and the intellectual history of mankind is an interesting and diverse journey. It leads via the formation of stars to the emergence of cultures and natural sciences.

This course aims to broaden the linguistic and intellectual horizons of interested adults or children. In addition, the students' own psycho-mental system should be optimized and intensified with certain meditation and contemplation techniques.

Hi all!

I'm truly passionate about helping people learn the Chinese language, and I'm confident that my online course will provide a valuable learning experience. During the Mandarin class, you will be able to start from the beginning, including introduction, pronunciation, the acknowledgment of the general framework of the course schedule and also Chinese culture :)

Chill and fun Chinese (mandarin) lessons for anyone who's: interested in the language itself, or the beautiful culture behind, or conversation sessions... anything related to Chinese, culture and calligraphy!

Apart from English (which will be my main teaching language, unless you speak quite fluent Chinese already, in that case no English for you), I also speak German (~B2) and Italian (~A2)

*Important: I'm more oriented in the culture part, since I myself am a big history nerd and have passion for literature and linguistics. However I'm NOT a HSK teacher or exam tutor of any sort. I'll be more than happy to help but I'm probably not the best person to go to if you would like to take HSK tests.*

*Another important thing: it's gonna be fun so get ready and don't be shy! language is fun <3 *

Please write something about yourself in the message, be gentle and nice, thank you and looking forward to hearing from y'all :)

Hi~I am a native Chinese speaker living in China for more than 20 years and have child-teaching experiences. I can teach you to pronounce the words correctly and basic or more expert grammar. I hope to take you through different scenarios to speak Chinese in a more practical way. My courses are for anyone who loves to learn Chinese! Each session is one hour long and I'll make customized plans for you. You can also decide the length of the course by yourself.

As a language and cross-culture lover, I can also speak English, so we'll have the chance to communicate in different languages if you are interested in them. I will try my best to make you feel very relaxed during my courses.

1. Interactive Teaching: small talks in various scenarios.

2. Cultural Integration: Knowledge of Chinese history, traditions, festivals, and modern society, allowing students to experience rich cultural contexts while learning the language.

4. Flexible Course Schedule: online learning almost every day with flexible timing, suitable for learners everywhere and with varying schedules.

I am the 8th generation successor of Guqin Sichuan School 川派古琴(also known as Shu School蜀派古琴), and I am currently based in Berlin, Germany.

The inheritage thread of Sichuan School (only count from modern China)

1. Zhang, Kongshan (ca. 1830-1905)

2.Ye, Jiefu

3.Ye, Wanzhen

4.Liao, Wenfu

5.Yu, Shaoze (1903-1988)

6. Hu, Jinrong

7. Huang, Yishu

8. Li, Yang

With the innermost passion of playing and teaching this interesting instrument, I would love to encounter more international students from diverse backgrounds, as long as we can communicate in English/Chinese.

2025 is my 11th year of practicing. The music ran through my college time in Beijing, pursuing master's degree in the UK, Australia, Italy, and now in Germany as a PhD candidate in art history. My another profession is art curator and researcher. I am keen to spread the music to more regions and population, and even more, fusing the music with different genres of global music.

Traditional Sichuan School 1v1 teaching according to student's individual level. There is no fixed order to learn Guqin music. For beginners to advanced. Except for traditional pieces, we can also work with pop music transfers based on individual interest.

My Teaching list:

仙翁操 (Xiānwēng Cāo) – Immortal’s Song

酒狂 (Jiǔ Kuáng) – Drunken Ecstasy

关山月 (Guānshān Yuè) – Moon Over the Mountain Pass

良宵引 (Liángxiāo Yǐn) – A Pleasant Evening

神人畅 (Shénrén Chàng) – Divine Joy

桃李园序 (Táolǐ Yuán Xù) – Preface to the Peach and Plum Garden

风雷引 (Fēngléi Yǐn) – Winds and Thunder

梅花三弄 (Méihuā Sān Nòng) – Three Variations on the Plum Blossom

平沙落雁 (Píngshā Luòyàn) – Wild Geese Descending on the Sandbank

文王操 (Wénwáng Cāo) – King Wen’s Ode

梧叶舞秋风 (Wúyè Wǔ Qiūfēng) – Dancing Wutong Leaves in Autumn Wind

洞庭秋思 (Dòngtíng Qiūsī) – Autumn Thoughts by Lake Dongting

佩兰 (Pèi Lán) – Wearing Orchids

高山 (Gāo Shān) – High Mountains

流水 (Liú Shuǐ) – Flowing Water

离骚 (Lí Sāo) – Lament of Departure (or Encountering Sorrow, referencing Qu Yuan’s poem)

碣石调幽兰 (Jiéshí Diào Yōu Lán) – Solitary Orchid in Jieshi Mode

长清 (Cháng Qīng) – Eternal Purity

广陵散 (Guǎnglíng Sǎn) – Guangling Melody

潇湘水云 (Xiāoxiāng Shuǐ Yún) – Mist and Clouds over Xiao and Xiang Rivers

My teaching approach is tailored to meet your specific requirements. Whether you want casual conversation or aim to impress your business partners, I've got you covered.
You can choose an area to focus based on your need, for example listening, speaking, grammar...
We can also choose any topics you are untested in talking.
You will receive notes on vocabulary, grammar, pronunciation and/or mistakes during/after each session.
⭐️ Welcome to reach out with any questions or to book a lesson.

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