Introduction to Mandarin Basics

Mandarin Language Tuition Course

This foundational course provides learners with essential Mandarin language skills, focusing on basic vocabulary, pronunciation, and sentence structures. Students will explore Pinyin, the Romanisation system of Mandarin, and learn the tones that are crucial to mastering the language. The course introduces simple conversational phrases for everyday use.

Course Objective

To equip students with a strong foundation in Mandarin pronunciation, tones, and essential vocabulary for basic communication.

Target Audience

Absolute beginners with no prior experience in Mandarin who wish to start learning the language.

Prerequisites

None; this course is designed for absolute beginners.

Outlines

Overview of Mandarin and Pinyin system (5 hours)
Tones and pronunciation fundamentals (5 hours)
Basic vocabulary and sentence structures (10 hours)
Everyday conversational phrases (5 hours)
Review and practice sessions (5 hours)

Syllabus

Introduction to Mandarin and the Pinyin system
Tones: Overview and basic exercises
Vocabulary: Greetings, numbers, days of the week
Basic sentence structures and question forms
Everyday conversational phrases
Pronunciation drills and tone practice
Final review and practical application