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Textbooks and learning materials
An ancient Chinese proverb says, “Provisions should be prepared before an army is mobilised.” This proverb reminds us that, whatever we do, proper preparations should be made in advance to ensure success. Having high-quality textbooks and learning materials is essential when studying Mandarin Chinese. HLS Mandarin Centre offers a wide range of textbooks and learning materials tailored to your specific needs.
Translation service
Are you struggling to understand beautiful yet complex Chinese characters? HLS Mandarin Centre offers professional translation services. The following story illustrates why professional translation is so important. Once upon a time, a man decided to have a Chinese character tattooed on his body because he believed it would bring him good luck. Unfortunately, as he had no knowledge of Chinese characters, he randomly selected one that meant “DEATH”. We wonder
The cultural events
China is one of the significant birthplaces of human civilisation, with a history spanning more than 5,000 years. While the ancient Egyptian, Babylonian and Indian civilisations were developing, the Xia, Shang and Western Zhou dynasties were flourishing in China. During the heyday of the Greek and Roman city-states in Europe, Chinese thought and culture prospered throughout the Spring and Autumn and Warring States periods, establishing China as one of the
The language training for corporation
In 2010, South Africa joined Brazil, Russia, India and China to form BRICS, an acronym representing these five major emerging economies. At the time, China was South Africa’s largest trading partner. In the same year, under the Beijing Declaration, the Chinese government elevated South Africa’s diplomatic status to that of a Comprehensive Strategic Partner. Since 2007, Sino-South African relations have developed through increased trade and stronger political ties. By 2016,
The course for educational institution
In many developed countries, including the United States, the United Kingdom, Canada, France, Germany, Japan and Australia, Mandarin Chinese is one of the most popular optional second languages offered in primary and secondary schools. In 2015, South Africa’s Department of Basic Education officially announced a new language policy allowing schools to offer Mandarin Chinese as an optional additional language. The policy was officially implemented in January 2016. Does your school
The course for group via Zoom
Are you looking for an affordable and convenient Mandarin Chinese course? Our group courses via Zoom could be the ideal option. Zoom provides our learners with a stable and consistent online learning environment. HLS Mandarin Centre records every lesson and uploads it to YouTube. Learners have exclusive access to these recordings and may watch them as many times as needed. HLS Mandarin Centre uses fibre broadband to conduct its online
The course for individuals
Mandarin Chinese has become an increasingly important global language because of China’s rapid economic growth in recent decades. It is also an elegant and exciting language to learn! Mandarin Chinese is spoken by more than one billion people—approximately one-fifth of the world’s population. In many developed countries, including the United States, the United Kingdom, Canada, France, Germany, Japan and Australia, Mandarin Chinese is one of the most popular optional second
The consultation for corporation
In 2010, South Africa joined Brazil, Russia, India and China to form BRICS, an acronym representing these five major emerging economies. At the time, China was South Africa’s largest trading partner. In the same year, under the Beijing Declaration, the Chinese government elevated South Africa’s diplomatic status to that of a Comprehensive Strategic Partner. Since 2007, Sino-South African relations have developed through increased trade and stronger political ties. By 2016,