What is the best way to learn Chinese?

The best way to learn Chinese is through real-life conversation in relaxed settings. In our game nights, students speak Mandarin and Cantonese more freely and naturally than in traditional classroom lessons.

What is the best way to learn Mandarin?

Speaking Mandarin in a fun and low-pressure environment is one of the most effective ways to improve. Our students often say they spoke more Mandarin in one game night than in several regular lessons.

What is the best way to learn Cantonese?

Relaxed, conversation-based practice is key. Our Cantonese learners gain speaking confidence through interactive games and social learning, making it easier to express themselves in real-life situations.

How can I speak Chinese fluently?

Fluency comes from consistent speaking practice. Our Chinese language events encourage students to communicate in Mandarin and Cantonese for extended periods without stress.

How can I speak Mandarin and Cantonese more confidently?

Confidence grows with natural use of language. By playing games and focusing on interaction rather than perfection, students learn to speak Mandarin and Cantonese more easily and authentically.

The Best Way to Learn Chinese: Board Game Nights in Hong Kong

Aileen Ting
Apr 21
1 min read

Updated: 15 hours ago

The best way to learn Chinese is through playing. — Students enjoying a board game to naturally practice Mandarin and Cantonese speaking skills after Chinese classes in Hong Kong.

During the Easter break, four students invited me to join a special board game session. Our group included both Mandarin and Cantonese learners at various levels—three studying Cantonese (who can understand Mandarin) and one intermediate Mandarin student.

We challenged ourselves: Speak as much Mandarin and Cantonese as possible, switching to English only if necessary.

What happened was wonderful. Everyone was relaxed and enjoyed the playful atmosphere. Students naturally spoke Mandarin and Cantonese for three full hours!

After the game, their responses made me smile:

"That's the most Mandarin I've ever spoken!"
"I've never been this comfortable speaking Cantonese!"

Experiences like this remind me why conversational practice in natural, low-pressure environments—such as game nights—is truly the best way to learn Chinese.

As both a Mandarin and Cantonese tutor in Hong Kong, seeing students speak confidently and happily is always rewarding.

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This article was written by Aileen Ting, founder of Mandarin & Cantonese Tutor Hong Kong. Aileen has taught over 100 students across Hong Kong and internationally. Her goal is to make Cantonese learning practical, clear, and encouraging.

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