This misunderstanding arises because “iu” and “ui” are actually shortened forms of “iou” and “uei,” respectively, as defined in the Hanyu Pinyin Guifan (汉语拼音规范).
In the process of learning Chinese characters, by using the shape analogy of pictographs, we can understand and remember Chinese characters faster and more deeply and feel the profoundness of Chinese characters.
I’ve found that a common difficulty learners encounter is recognizing and mastering the pronunciation of the Pinyin letters u and ü when they appear in syllables, which can easily cause confusion.
I used to learn my very first Chinese word at the age of two. I remember I had to finish all the number wording in a worksheet prepared by my parents every night before sleep. As all of us know, the Chinese language is the only one in this world without any round shape in it. That’s why I spend most of my time training a beautiful handwriting word every day. But it’s worth it since everybody loves good handwriting, right? After the age of four, what I did the most was memorize Chinese words t
Mastering a language is a voyage that demands consistent effort. Allocate dedicated time each day or week to practice all language skills.
With an authentic greeting, you can make a great impression in a Chinese-speaking environment.
Whatever your goal of learning Chinese may be, a well-defined strategy will help you acquire Chinese successfully and more efficiently.