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This short, simple story follows a shopper's trip to the supermarket to buy apples. You'll learn useful vocabulary for shopping, prices, and comparing things.

• 她说她 不 知道。

This playful poem will make you smile as you explore how Chinese words like 'computer' and 'phone' can be funnier than they seem. Get ready to enjoy simple HSK 1 vocabulary and a twist of logic!

• 学生上学校，医生 不 上学。

• 下雨 不 “上雨”，下雪没“上雪”。

In this dialogue, two people chat while waiting outside a cinema. You'll hear common phrases for talking about hobbies, sports, and movie preferences.

• Ｂ：因为我 不 喜欢运动，所以这两个我都 不 喜欢。

This short, soothing piece is about missing someone on a rainy night. The sentences are simple and repeat often, so you can practice reading while feeling the warm emotion.

• 你冷 不 冷？

• 你忙 不 忙？

Learn the fascinating story behind the Chinese idiom '东山再起' (Dongshan Zaiji), which means to make a comeback. Discover its historical roots and modern usage.

• 这个成语人人都会用，但是“东山”是什么意思，好多人 不 知道。

This simple HSK 2 story introduces a warm family of six. Follow Little Bao and his British wife as they raise their two green-eyed children, each with their own personality.

• 她最喜欢画自己的家人，但是她 不 喜欢和弟弟一起画画儿。

• 弟弟太小，也 不 喜欢画画儿，一会儿跳上跳下，一会儿跑来跑去。

Follow Xiao Li as he copes with the effects of forest fires near his home in the US and reflects on environmental changes. A thoughtful story for HSK 4 learners.

• 小李想，要是天气还这么热，还 不 下雨，整个森林都要烧没了。

• 他今天早上出门，几乎看 不 清楚前面的路。

This humorous dialogue follows a man who spends all his savings on his girlfriend's Apple phone and a lucky number, leaving him broke. A fun read for HSK 3 learners.

• B： 不 打了。

• 从现在开始， 不 花钱了。

This heartwarming story reveals the quiet devotion of a father. As you read, notice the repeated actions and how a simple cup of tea becomes meaningful.

• 老先生 不 喝茶，也 不 吃东西。

• 茶 不 热了，老先生回家。

Follow a traveler's unexpected hospital stay in China, where counting days and costs becomes practical learning. Practice numbers, dates, food prices, and simple descriptions of a doctor and room.

• 看病非常贵，吃饭 不 便宜。

• 什么都要钱，还都 不 好吃。

Follow Dazhong, a busy worker in China, as he finds warmth and kindness at a small noodle shop. Practice everyday words for food, weather, and expressing gratitude.

• 今天雨太大，我想你还没吃晚饭，我在这儿看你来 不 来。”

• 大中吃了热热的面条，觉得今天晚上一点儿也 不 冷了。

This playful HSK 1 poem twists words you already know and asks how an hour can be small. Read it aloud and laugh; a fun way to practice Chinese.

• 高兴高 不 高，不对对不起。

• 小猫小的猫，小狗小的狗，小学 不 很小，小时怎么小？

Why would a millionaire leave a table of lobster and wagyu untouched? This story explores the hidden rules of business dining and the true cost of staying alert.

• 他说， 不 撑怎么办，底下三百多个人等着发工资。

• 他说我 不 吃这个。

Think instant noodles are unhealthy? This HSK 6 article challenges common myths and reveals surprising facts about nutrition, oil, and salt in this convenient food.

• 就是说方便面里面基本没有水，所以就算在里面什么“东西”也 不 加，它也不会长毛变坏。

• 误会四：方便面咸关于盐，说实话，方便面里面的盐并 不 多，含盐率仅为1.6%至2%。

Ever wondered where old Beijing's tea-drinking culture has gone? Follow a visitor discovering why locals now avoid famous tea houses—and practice expressing surprise and comparisons in Chinese along the way.

• 他说，现在喜欢去茶馆喝茶的老北京 不 很多了。

• 因为他们 不 喜欢现在的茶馆。

Is four years to reach HSK 5 fast or slow? Follow a conversation between two learners as they compare study hours and share realistic strategies for busy adults.

• 汉语和中文 不 都是“Chinese”吗？

• B： 不 ，我在家上网学中文。

A young man helps an old man look for his cat. But the real surprise is why the old man wanted to find the cat. Read on to learn about kindness and friendship.

• 我们 不 找猫了。”

Before you read, close your eyes and imagine a rainy afternoon. This story uses simple HSK 1 words to show how rain can become a talking friend.

• 不 冷，也 不 热。

Discover how a simple letter from a cookie seller led to an unexpected friendship with a famous scholar. This heartwarming story explores kindness and connection across social divides.

• 他比较支持美国，但理论上说 不 明白，一直得不到满意的解释。

• 胡之适说，他喜欢游泳，可是鼻子里长了一个东西，水中呼吸 不 方便。

This short poem plays with words that sound alike, comparing things that are good to watch, read, hear, or taste. Perfect for practicing basic adjectives like 好 and 真.

• 好歌真好听，真话 不 好听。

Join a shopper on a quick trip to the store. You'll learn simple words for shopping and feelings in this easy-to-follow story.

• 我很 不 高兴。

Chat about where friends study Chinese while exploring 哪儿 and 哪里 across Beijing and Shanghai. Practice asking “where”, talking about “here” and “there”, and using the modest reply 哪里哪里 to accept a compliment.

• 我觉得老上海人喜欢说“这里”、“那里”和“哪里”， 不 喜欢说“……

In this easy story, you will follow a simple trip to the supermarket to buy apples. Practice numbers, question words, and nationalities in a real-life shopping context.

• 她说她 不 知道。

Before you read, think about the questions you ask every day. This simple poem shows you how to ask age, price, time, and more in friendly Chinese.

• 贵 不 贵？

This is a short dialogue about a shopping trip. A woman buys many things, including food, drinks, furniture, and pet food, while her boyfriend reminds her not to overspend.

• 我很 不 高兴：“我也在给你买东西。

• 那些桌子、椅子什么的，这个星期都便宜了，都 不 贵。”