1st lesson free
Arnie
- Rate $42
- Response 1h
$42/hr
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1st lesson free
- Chinese
- Mandarin
- Chinese speaking
- Chinese listening
- Chinese accent reduction
Native Mandarin + Native Level English | Your Cross-Cultural Conversation Partner | Patient, Experienced, Globally Minded | Tailored Lessons for All Levels
- Chinese
- Mandarin
- Chinese speaking
- Chinese listening
- Chinese accent reduction
Lesson location
About Arnie
Ni hao! I'm Arnie, a native Mandarin speaker with native-level English fluency and over 30 years of life experience across Southeast Asia, North America, Taiwan, Mainland China, and Australia. While I don't hold formal teaching certificates, I offer something equally valuable: authentic, real-world language practice with deep cultural context.
I understand both how Chinese people think and how Western learners think because I've lived both worlds. Whether you're preparing for a business trip to Shanghai, planning travel to Chengdu, reconnecting with your heritage, or simply wanting to practice conversation without judgment, I'm here to help you speak with confidence and cultural awareness.
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About the lesson
- All Levels
- English
All languages in which the lesson is available :
English
Languages Offered: Mandarin (Conversational to Business)
Levels: Beginner to Advanced | Adults & Mature Teens (16+)
Lesson Format: 1:1 Personalized Sessions | Flexible Pacing | Practical, Goal-Oriented Content
Customized Content: Tell me your goal and I'll build lessons around your interests (business, food, culture, tech, etc.).
Cross-Cultural Communication: Beyond language, learn the unspoken rules—how to read tone, navigate formality, and communicate respectfully across Chinese, Southeast Asian, and Western contexts.
Practical Application: Casual conversation, practice with authentic materials, news clips, business emails, social media, business or travel scenarios.
Flexible & Patient Approach: We go at your pace. Mistakes are welcome—they're how we learn. I provide gentle correction, clear feedback, and encouragement every step.
Book your FREE trial lesson to:
Discuss your goals and current level / Experience my teaching style
Co-create a simple learning plan / Ask any questions—no obligation
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Rates
Rate
- $42
Pack prices
- 5h: $204
- 10h: $402
online
- $42/h
free lessons
The first lesson with Arnie will allow you to get to know each other and discuss your needs for future lessons.
- 45mins
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