If you are looking into learning a new language, taking a Philadelphia Chinese class through Varsity Tutors could be just what you are looking for. If you are a high school student at Upper Darby Senior High School, a college student at the University of Pennsylvania, or a working professional who wants to learn a new language, you could benefit from a Chinese class.
Chinese can be a very difficult language to grasp, even if you have had some experience with it. The key to thriving while learning a new language is to seek out plenty of opportunities to speak and write using your new skills. If you decide to take a Philadelphia Chinese course, you will get opportunities to practice with an instructor alongside classmates who are as focused on learning the language as you are.
As Chinese is the most popular language in the world, it is a great language to take up. With over one billion Chinese speakers, you'll be sure to make some connections. Chinese is a language with many different dialects. Some of the most common are Gan, Wu, Hakka, Mandarin, and Xiang. Mandarin is the most common dialect among Chinese speakers, and it is the official language of Taiwan and The People's Republic of China. A popular dialect among Chinese speakers in the United States is Cantonese.
All of these dialects share the same written system. There is evidence that the Chinese writing system dates back thousands of years to the Shang Dynasty. There are no alphabetical letters in the Chinese language. The language is only represented with characters and symbols. There are over 50,000 characters used in the Chinese language. Only 20,000 are common, and most of the language only uses about 2,500 of the characters. Chinese is the only modern form of a pictographic language. Several of the characters that were developed by early people are still used throughout the language today. Because characters and symbols are not letters, they give no evidence as to how they are supposed to be pronounced. Thus, they must all be memorized.
Chinese is considered to be a complex language because of the fact that the character system can be hard to grasp and it is very different than English. Even though it can be difficult, learning Chinese can open up many opportunities for you because of the number of people that speak the language. Chinese speakers can become connections for you, both personal and professional. By taking a Philadelphia Chinese course, we can help you make an investment in your language skills that will last a lifetime.
What might a Philadelphia Chinese course cover?
Chinese can be a tricky language to learn, so a Philadelphia Chinese course will go over ideas and rules very fully. Some consider the hardest Chinese rule to understand is that all Chinese words only take on one form. That means there are no plurals, verb inflections, or articles. This idea can be very challenging for English speakers to learn because English has many different forms of words. Once you understand this rule, however, Chinese is easier to follow. The Chinese language is also tonal. This means that a word's definition can mean different things based on the speaker's tone of voice. Mandarin has four different tones: rising then falling, falling, rising, and flat; however, other dialects have nine tones. Another concept that may be discussed is pronouns. The character of Chinese pronouns is based on gender. The characters are usually the same, but they are pronounced differently. Other topics that may be studied in your Chinese class are sentence structure and grammar, verbs, phrases, and reading Chinese. You may also discuss Chinese customs, traditions, and history. All of these topics of study can help you develop a better understanding of the language and of the culture.
How will a Philadelphia Chinese class help me learn?
When you take a Philadelphia Chinese class, you may be pleasantly surprised by how accommodating and interesting the classes are. Every single one of our classes is completely online and is held in a virtual classroom. This makes the class convenient because it eliminates the need for a commute. When you take a Chinese class, you will learn from a knowledgeable instructor along with peers that will join you in the classroom. This means that even though the class is online, you will still be able to have great discussions and be able to engage easily in the class. These Chinese classes take the best elements of a traditional class and put them online.
In class, you will have many opportunities to practice speaking and writing Chinese, which will allow your skills to grow. You can bounce ideas off your classmates and ask them for help when you are stuck on a concept. This is a great way for you to learn new information, and maybe even have a little fun. If you get too stuck, however, you can always ask your instructor for some help. In fact, you can even request one-on-one time with your instructor, where you can ask about concepts that you find particularly challenging.
Another reason why an online Chinese class is convenient is the many sessions that you can pick from. New classes begin monthly, and you can choose between four-week or two-week sessions. Since many people live busy lives, convenient hours give you the ability to learn a language on a tight schedule. Whether you are looking for a class that meets on the weekends or over your lunch break during the week, there's a class that meets your scheduling needs.
How can I sign up for a Philadelphia Chinese class?
If you want to learn more about what Chinese classes might offer, or if you're ready to enroll in a Philadelphia Chinese class, reach out to Varsity Tutors. You can get in touch with an Educational Consultant by calling us or going online. We look forward to speaking with you and getting you started on the road to Chinese proficiency!

Ziyue: Philadelphia Mandarin Chinese course instructor
...anticipate to major in Biology with a special major in Architecture. My passion for these two distinct fields allow me to have multifaceted career options, spanning architectural school, biology research or academia. I had been tutoring Chinese, writing and math for two years, and I am continuing to teach Mandarin and Cantonese on college campus. I was born in Guangdong, China, and I moved to the states when I was in middle school, thus allowing...
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- Swarthmore College - Current Undergrad, Biology and Art
Subject Expertise
- Mandarin Chinese
- SAT
- Cantonese
- Test Prep
- +13 subjects
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- University of Pennsylvania - Current Undergrad, Political Science and Government
Subject Expertise
- Mandarin Chinese
- PSAT Writing Skills
- Languages
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- +35 subjects

Margaret: Philadelphia Mandarin Chinese course instructor
I enjoy helping someone to get where he/she wants to or needs to go. I believe everyone is unique; therefore there isn't just one method in dong anything. Everyone is motivated by something. It is just a matter of finding what that motivation is. ... Find out the root of the problem and work to eradicate that. Not everyone has the same problem; therefore, one cannot use the same method to teach or to learn.... Discover the student's problems and needs.
Education & Certification
- Oberlin College - Bachelor in Arts, East Asian Studies
Subject Expertise
- Mandarin Chinese
- Middle School Math
- Homework Support
- ESL/ELL
- +18 subjects

Tho: Philadelphia Mandarin Chinese course instructor
...on China & Taiwan. Completed his M.S.Ed. in Elementary Education from PennGSE in Philadelphia, PA. Self-motivated, creative, and passionate young professional seeking to learn and create innovative and transformative learning technologies for the modern user. Inquisitive and hard-working educator with strong technical and writing skills. Classroom practitioner with diverse interests in education technology, social media platforms, and instructional design. Currently teaches upper elementary math in a South Philadelphia Charter School. Extensive experience with elementary math...
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- Brown University - Bachelor in Arts, East Asian Studies
- University of Pennsylvania - Masters, Elementary Education
Subject Expertise
- Mandarin Chinese
- SAT Mathematics
- Elementary School Math
- High School English
- +23 subjects

Jasmine: Philadelphia Mandarin Chinese course instructor
...a senior with a Neuroscience major at Swarthmore College. My favorite subjects include Biology and Psychology. I am interested in teaching students how to develop a better grasp of their academic material, improve their learning skills, and succeed in whatever course they take. Outside of the classroom, I enjoy playing violin, reading, and traveling. I also have extensive community service experience and have traveled to China, Kenya, and the Dominican Republic to engage in volunteer...
Education & Certification
- Swarthmore College - Bachelor in Arts, Biochemistry
Subject Expertise
- Mandarin Chinese
- Essay Editing
- Mandarin Chinese 2
- High School Chemistry
- +32 subjects

Ning: Philadelphia Mandarin Chinese course instructor
...after obtaining my undergraduate degree in Biology at the University of Notre Dame in May 2016. With that said, I will dedicate the same quality of care to my students as I would to my future patients. To me, tutoring is mainly about cultivating a passion to learn in the student so that they are able to achieve their ultimate goal. Accordingly, my approach to tutoring is not merely to cram facts into your brain,...
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- University of Notre Dame - Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
- Thomas Jefferson University - Doctor of Medicine, Premedicine
Subject Expertise
- Mandarin Chinese
- Geometry
- ACT Residual
- Elementary School Science
- +104 subjects

Florrie: Philadelphia Mandarin Chinese course instructor
...Asian Studies and Chinese). The number of students who major in this field and study Chinese language are relatively small however I think language studies are immensely important. Studying Chinese language is my passion so I always try to encourage other students to continue with it. Learning a language can be challenging but I've found it the most rewarding. I take great pride in how far I've come with Chinese and love seeing excitement for...
Education & Certification
- Ursinus College - Bachelors, East Asian Studies
Subject Expertise
- Mandarin Chinese
- College English
- English
- ESL/ELL
- +7 subjects

Poushali: Philadelphia Mandarin Chinese course instructor
...with minors in Computer Science and Mathematics. From kindergarten to my senior year of college, I've always noticed that my teachers made the largest impact on my success in various classes. The most memorable teachers were enthusiastic about what they were teaching and went the extra mile to provide additional help outside of class. When helping other students, I always remember this fact in order to make learning as enjoyable as possible.
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- Millersville University of Pennsylvania - Bachelor of Science, Atmospheric Sciences and Meteorology
Subject Expertise
- Mandarin Chinese
- JavaScript
- Social Studies
- Algebra
- +44 subjects

Kathy: Philadelphia Mandarin Chinese course instructor
I'm a recent Duke grad with experience in Resume Writing, Statistics, Mandarin Chinese, Art History, and Math. I'll be available starting in July through August to tutor. In September, I'll be pursuing my Masters Degree in London at the Sotheby's Institute of Art.... I believe there is no model that fits any one student and that getting to know that student and his or her learning process is integral to teaching him or her effectively and productively.
Education & Certification
- Duke University - Bachelors, Economics and Art
- Sothebys Institute of Art - Masters, Modern and Contemporary Asian Art
Subject Expertise
- Mandarin Chinese
- Summer
- College Essays
- Art
- +28 subjects

Katherine: Philadelphia Mandarin Chinese course instructor
...in the Philadelphia area. Prior to my experience tutoring in Philadelphia, I ran an online writing program teaching essential writing skills to elementary school students and served as an Algebra I instructor at a local community center. I enjoy tutoring math up to Algebra 2, SAT Math, and editing essays (including college essays) because helping students build math foundations that will help them for the rest of their life is rewarding and I greatly enjoy...
Education & Certification
- University of Pennsylvania - Bachelor of Science, Finance, Operations & Information Management
Subject Expertise
- Mandarin Chinese
- Writing
- Elementary School Math
- College Essays
- +27 subjects