Who types these words? A student without access to a bookstore. A self-learner in a small town where Mandarin teachers are a rumor. A budget-conscious soul who believes that language should flow like water, not gold. They are not seeking to steal; they are seeking to enter. To crack open the first dialogue: “你好,我叫…” — Hello, my name is…

If you're looking for materials or textbooks for learning Chinese, here are some suggestions:

Apps such as Duolingo, HelloTalk, and Memrise can be very helpful for beginners and intermediate learners.

: Beginners with little to no background in Mandarin Chinese.