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  • Top tutor
    Tutor chinese Veronica J.
    5
    79
    HKD
    per hour
    13 active students146 lessons
      Speaks:
    • EnglishProficient
    • Chinese (Cantonese)Native

    Certified tutor with 24 years of experience Hello,everyone!I'm Veronica. I’m from Jiangsu, China. I like singing, reading, cooking and doing Tai Chi. Music edifies my sentiment, books expand my vision, delicious food makes me enjoy life better, and doing Tai Chi makes me healthier.
    I am a primary school teacher with 24 years of education and teaching experience.

    Why choose Veronica J.
    "She is very very patient and understanding to the needs of my son's pace and also attentiveness. Her english is perfect and easily understandable. High recommended."
    Omer
    OmerJanuary 19, 2022
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    Tutor chinese 丽珊 蔡.
    Newly joined
    16
    HKD
    per hour
    10 active students16 lessons
      Speaks:
    • Chinese (Mandarin)Native
    • EnglishPre-Intermediate
    • +1

    具有5年教学经验的老师 HI!我是菜籽,我是一位中文老师,也曾是一名美术老师;我来自广东珠海,会潮汕方言,也会粤语。
    我乐观开朗,喜欢结交朋友,兴趣也比较广泛,运动健身,旅游以及阅读都是我喜爱并且一直坚持的事!
    对于教学,我很有兴趣和激情,不需要中规中距的学习,生动有趣的教学也能让我们学得知识的同时也获得快乐!
    🧡课程设置
    🎈根据您的年龄以及性格特征,汉语基础,选择适合的教材;
    🎈课程会贴近实际,设置情境对话,启发引导,增加学生开口练习的次数;
    🎈纠正发音,从零基础不断练习到掌握地道的汉语发音;
    🎈课间对话及课外适量练习,让我们更加了解彼此,也让我们的学习过程过更加和谐;

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  • Top tutor
    Tutor chinese 榕 孙.

    榕 孙.

    China
    • Chinese
    5
    16
    HKD
    per hour
    15 active students10 lessons
      Speaks:
    • Chinese (Mandarin)Native
    • EnglishProficient

    Certified tutor with 12 years of experience Hello, my name is Samantha. I am 40 years old and graduated from Nanjing University of Posts and telecommunications. I'm from Nanjing, China. I like music, dance, travel and reading. Music can bring me happiness, dance can make me healthier, travel can broaden my horizons, reading can make me more profound.

    Why choose 榕 孙.
    "It was very pleasant to work with Samantha. She is very kind and helpful. I wholeheartedly recommend this teacher."
    Arnas
    ArnasApril 25, 2022
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  • Tutor chinese Xiao m.

    Xiao m.

    China
    • Chinese
    5
    102
    HKD
    per hour
    18 active students359 lessons
      Speaks:
    • Chinese (Mandarin)Native
    • EnglishIntermediate
    • +1

    have 2 years teaching experience My name is Emily, a native of Guangdong. My hometown is close to Hong Kong and Macao, so I am familiar with Hong Kong's customs. If you need to live, work or study in Hong Kong, I can provide you with good help.
    🧡 Cantonese Courses
    🎈The course will contain a lot of situational dialogue, everyday life language, business language, interview language.

    Why choose Xiao m.
    "Emily Laoshi is a very helpful, patient, and efficient teacher. She helped me a lot with my writing skills :)"
    Yangdon
    YangdonApril 8, 2022
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  • Tutor chinese Annie W.

    Annie W.

    Hong Kong
    • Chinese
    5
    118
    HKD
    per hour
    6 active students19 lessons
      Speaks:
    • Chinese (Mandarin)Native
    • EnglishAdvanced
    • +2

    Native Cantonese & Mandarin Speaker My name is Annie, I was born and raised in HK. I am a native Cantonese and Mandarin speaker. I can also speak fluent English and medium level of Korean. I can teach Cantonese and Mandarin to foreigners.
    My major in the university is Food and nutritional sciences and I worked as a nutritionist in ...

    Why choose Annie W.
    "Annie is super awesome! She's genuine, kind, funny, and patient. She'll also take the time to correct your pronunciation and refer to familiar words to help you remember better. I can't wait to schedule my regular classes with Annie to better my Cantonese!"
    Jamie
    JamieApril 20, 2022
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  • Tutor chinese Manchen Z.

    Manchen Z.

    China
    • Chinese
    5
    94
    HKD
    per hour
    7 active students184 lessons
      Speaks:
    • Chinese (Mandarin)Native
    • EnglishProficient

    Certified bilingual language tutor with 5 years of experience ✨Hi, I'm Maggie!
    ✨Native Chinese speaker; Standard Putonghua Mandarin pronunciation.
    ✨-Lived 7+ years in the US w/ a BA from top-ranked university.
    ✨Full time teacher. 5+ years language teaching experience with over 2,000 classroom hours.
    ✨Experienced in individual tutoring, group lessons, business Chinese, HSK, YCT, AP Chinese, travel Chinese, conversational Chinese, and more.

    Why choose Manchen Z.
    "Very nice teacher and she helps a lot with learning Chinese and we hope to see her more. "
    Erni
    ErniDecember 2, 2021
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  • Tutor chinese Tina L.

    Tina L.

    China
    • Chinese
    Newly joined
    118
    HKD
    per hour
    7 lessons
      Speaks:
    • Chinese (Mandarin)Native
    • EnglishUpper-Intermediate
    • +1

    💯Native Chinese tutor with 5 year of Experience (Teach Chinese in English and French) Hi! Ni Hao!! I am Tina! I am a native Chinese Speaker. I am a warm, responsible and open- minded tutor who always cares about your interest and support you toward your goal.
    I was born in a city in the north-east of China, very close to Beijing and have worked in Beijing for nearly twenty years. I speak standard mandarin without any accent.

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  • Tutor chinese 柒 张.

    柒 张.

    China
    • Chinese
    5
    71
    HKD
    per hour
    19 active students124 lessons
      Speaks:
    • Chinese (Mandarin)Native
    • EnglishAdvanced

    🎯Certified tutor with 3 years of experience 🎯Taught : 4-90 year-old
    ✔️Chinese for children and adults.
    ✔️Students of all levels are welcome to study with me.
    ✔️Chinese for business, tourism, HSK Chinese test, daily conversation and Chinese culture.
    ✔️My students come from more than 20 countries and regions.

    Why choose 柒 张.
    "Amazing teacher, fun to talk to also makes the lessons really comfortable. 🥰👍🏼"
    Arlet
    ArletMarch 27, 2022
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  • Tutor chinese Aimee L.

    Aimee L.

    China
    • Chinese
    5
    63
    HKD
    per hour
    27 active students1,184 lessons
      Speaks:
    • Chinese (Mandarin)Native
    • EnglishIntermediate
    • +1

    3 years experience Chinese teacher Hi, everyone.
    I'm Aimee,your Chinese teacher. Nice to meet you here!
    I am from Yantai, China, which is a famous historical and cultural city.
    There is beautiful sea and delicious Yantai apples.
    Welcome to Yantai.
    I have been teaching Chinese online as foreign language for 3 years.

    Why choose Aimee L.
    "Aimee is an excellent tutor. Very patient and flexible with lesson style and student questions. My daughter is happy having her as a Chinese teacher."
    Sonia
    SoniaJuly 7, 2021
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  • Tutor chinese Lily Akira W.
    5
    181
    HKD
    per hour
    45 active students1,159 lessons
      Speaks:
    • Chinese (Mandarin)Native
    • EnglishAdvanced
    • +1

    🐼Over 1,500 hours🔥|Beginner friendly🍀|Adults & kids🍀|Speak proficient English&Japanese 🍀| Do you think Chinese is DIFFICULT??
    Noooooo! Learning Chinese can be FUN and EASY!!
    【About me】
    📌Over 1500 hours of teaching experience both online & offline.
    📌Have taught students from more than 20 countries, aged 5-60.
    📌Beginner & kid friendly, as I speak proficient English & Japanese.

    Why choose Lily Akira W.
    "Lily Akira is a very good teacher. Very cool approach to children. My daughter enjoys her classes with Lily Akira! I recommend ! "
    Aliona
    AlionaSeptember 22, 2021
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Why Preply is the best site for finding online Chinese teachers

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Chinese tutors with an average rating of 5 and up to 66 reviews
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Our Chinese tutors speak on average 3 different languages
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Our Chinese tutors on average answer students in less than hour

Average rate for private Chinese tutors

  • Native Chinese speakers
    $20 / hr
  • Non native Chinese speakers
    $20 / hr

Prices for Chinese lessons by tutor nationality

  • ChinaChina
    $20 / hr
  • TaiwanTaiwan
    $27 / hr
  • MalaysiaMalaysia
    $20 / hr
  • UkraineUkraine
    $20 / hr

Online Mandarin Chinese Lessons: The Most Effective Way to Learn Chinese

Mandarin Chinese is one of the most popular languages to learn today. With over a billion native speakers, it is China’s official dialect as well as an important language for international business people and travelers alike. That said, Mandarin is one of the more challenging languages to master, which makes it vital that you learn it in the most effective way. Whether you’ve studied the language before or you’re just starting out, finding the best online Chinese teacher is the most important step toward fluency. Preply is here to help you choose the perfect private Chinese tutor.

 

At this point, it’s important to consider your goals. Perhaps, you want to learn recreationally in order to watch Chinese movies without subtitles or read books in the original language. Maybe you want a thorough understanding of the language to broker business deals. Or maybe you’re planning a vacation and you want to communicate with locals. Whatever your motivation, a great online Chinese tutor will help you reach your goals.

 

To speak Chinese clearly, correctly and effectively, learning from an expert is key. Over the years, Preply has gathered the best online tutors; they are dedicated, passionate linguistic professionals from around the globe. Among them are native speakers ready to share their deep knowledge of writing, reading and speaking their language. As trained and verified Chinese teachers, they will help you gain the skills you need and provide practical knowledge. The online tutors on Preply are an excellent resource for anyone preparing to learn a language.

Benefits of Online Chinese Lessons

Have you ever tried to learn a language in a physical classroom? In traditional settings, large groups and varying student abilities can present challenges. All too often, students’ goals aren’t met, and they don’t learn the skills they need to succeed.

 

With online lessons, you can have a private tutor who is as dedicated as you. You’ll avoid the pressure and distraction of a physical classroom and you’ll get a truly personalized approach.

 

Online tutoring is an ideal solution. It affords you a private tutor who is dedicated to helping you. You’ll also avoid the pressure and distraction of a physical classroom and receive a truly personalized approach. Additionally, you get to enjoy a teacher's undivided attention to guide you in learning Chinese characters, meanings and pronunciation as well as tones. Targeted learning makes the process faster and more enjoyable.

 

Preply will help you find the right private Chinese tutor and guide you through the learning process. The range of benefits include:

 

  • The best Chinese tutors for your budget
  • Mandarin Chinese lessons online at the perfect time for your busy schedule
  • The ability to learn anywhere
  • A learning plan tailored to your unique goals
  • Online Chinese lessons entirely on you
  • A dedicated customer support team available when you need them

 

It’s never been easier to find a private Chinese tutor online. On Preply, just adjust the search filters to fit your needs. Whatever your budget and availability, there is a range of options. Furthermore, you can take a look at online tutor videos, read reviews, and even connect via online chat prior to booking the first lesson of your online Chinese course.

Your Chinese Tutor Will Immerse You in Knowledge and Culture

The best way to achieve fluency in a complex language like Mandarin is through immersion, but it’s not always the most practical. It’s unlikely that you’ll be able to give up your life and work to go spend a few years in China. That said, when you work with a native speaker through online tutoring, you can replicate the benefits of immersion.

 

During your online Chinese lessons, you’ll develop the basis for a solid foundation in Mandarin. You’ll start to recognize the difference between traditional and simplified Chinese characters. That’s just the beginning though. Guided by your expert Chinese tutor, you’ll learn about the idiosyncrasies unique to this particular language as well as cultural nuances that are not just interesting but also vital to effective communication with native speakers.

 

Private Chinese teachers are the ultimate resource for language learning and helping you truly understand it on a deep and practical level. After all, you want to be able to communicate confidently in Mandarin Chinese.

 

Preply can help you enrich your life with conversations in a new language. With just a few clicks, you can find the right online Chinese tutor for you. Schedule a time for your first online Chinese conversation right now. And if you need help or have any questions, Preply’s support team is available to help.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

💪 How hard is it to become proficient in Mandarin Chinese?

On average, mastering Mandarin Chinese takes 2,200 hours according to the Foreign Service Institute. This means by dedicating 20 hours a week, it’s possible to reach fluency in Chinese in about two years. A great way to reach fluency is to practice regularly with native speakers. If you don't know any native speakers near you, check out language learning websites to find online Chinese tutors. All you need is internet access and a desire to study.
 

🏃 Is there a way to start speaking Chinese faster?

The quickest and most effective way to become fluent in Chinese is to live in a Chinese-speaking country. The need to interact with native speakers will leave you with no choice but to communicate, which will break the language barrier and push you to learn from native speakers quickly. If that is not possible at the moment, use the Internet to access Mandarin magazines and TV shows to enrich your vocabulary and improve your listening skills. Lastly, it’s vital to use what you’ve learned. Fortunately, anyone with an Internet connection can take conversational Chinese lessons online with native speakers on platforms like Preply.
 

💁 Why is Preply the best place to study Chinese online?

On Preply, everyone who wants to master Mandarin Chinese will find a professional tutor who suits their needs. With one-on-one teaching, tutors customize lessons to the needs of each person who wants to become fluent. You can make quick progress because online lessons are accessible at any time you want. What's more, it’s easy to choose a private teacher according to your budget and language objectives, as prices are reasonable and there are many private Chinese tutors to choose from!
 

💵 How much does an online Chinese lesson cost?

Surprisingly, $14 is the average price for a 60-minute lesson with an online Mandarin Chinese tutor on Preply. The more affordable ones charge only $3 per Chinese lesson, with superstars asking up to $90. Tutors set their own Mandarin Chinese lesson prices, which vary based on demand and other factors.
 

🎦 How does online Chinese tutoring work?

For Chinese lessons, students and tutors open the online classroom called Preply Space. This video chat platform also lets you download study materials, track your progress and exchange messages with your Chinese teacher.
 

🧑🏻‍🤝‍🧑🏿 How many people speak Chinese?

Over one billion people around the world speak the Chinese language. Among them are 918 million native speakers.
 

🌍 What countries speak Chinese?

Standard Chinese (also known as Mandarin) is the official language in China, Taiwan and Singapore. It's also spoken as regional language in one more country and spoken in 50 more.
 

🎓 What are the most popular Chinese language tests?

The TOCFL is intended for non-native speakers of Mandarin. If you want to determine your proficiency or want to study, work, or do business in Mandarin Chinese-speaking contexts or countries, you could register for this test. Otherwise, to see how far you've come from working with Preply teachers, you can also consider the popular BCT: Business Chinese test.
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