{"id":18168,"date":"2024-03-02T19:27:50","date_gmt":"2024-03-02T18:27:50","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.hackingchinese.com\/?page_id=18168"},"modified":"2026-01-28T20:37:37","modified_gmt":"2026-01-28T19:37:37","slug":"the-fluent-listener-navigating-mandarin-like-a-fish-in-water","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.hackingchinese.com\/courses\/the-fluent-listener-navigating-mandarin-like-a-fish-in-water\/","title":{"rendered":"The Fluent Listener: Navigating Spoken Mandarin Like a Fish in Water"},"content":{"rendered":"<!-- Added by Post\/Page Specific Custom Code plugin, thank you for using! -->\n<style>body {\r\n    line-height: 1.8\r\n}\r\n\r\na {\r\n    color: #cf5347;\r\n}\r\n\r\na:visited {\r\n    color: cf5347;\r\n}\r\n\r\na:hover {\r\n    color: fc756c; \r\n}\r\n\r\n.buy-button {\r\n            background-color: #cf5347;\r\n            color: white; \r\n            padding: 10px 20px; \r\n            font-size: 22px; \r\n            border: none; \r\n            cursor: pointer;\r\n            border-radius: 8px;\r\n            text-align: center;\r\n            text-decoration: none;\r\n            display: inline-block; 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font-size: 50px;\">\u5982\u9b5a\u5f97\u6c34<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a class=\"buy-button\" style=\"color: white;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hackingchinese.com\/courses\/the-fluent-listener-navigating-mandarin-like-a-fish-in-water\/the-fluent-listener-waiting-list\/\">\u26a1Become a fluent listener now &#8211; $128<\/a><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a class=\"buy-button\" style=\"color: white; font-size: 17px;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hackingchinese.com\/courses\/the-fluent-listener-navigating-mandarin-like-a-fish-in-water\/the-fluent-listener-waiting-list\/\">\u26a1Unlock fluent listening with personal guidance\u00a0 &#8211; $288<\/a><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"color: #ffffff;\"><strong style=\"text-decoration: none;\"><a style=\"text-decoration: none; color: #ffffff;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hackingchinese.com\/courses\/fluent-listener\/\">Member area<\/a><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"max-width: 782px; margin: 0 auto; padding: 0 5px 0 5px; line-height: 1.6;\">\n<div style=\"display: block; text-align: center;\">\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><em>This course is currently not open for enrolment.<\/em><br \/>\n<em>Please sign up for the waiting list <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hackingchinese.com\/courses\/the-fluent-listener-navigating-mandarin-like-a-fish-in-water\/the-fluent-listener-waiting-list\/\">here<\/a>.<\/em><\/p>\n<h5>Unlock social interactions, cultural understanding, and accelerate your learning<\/h5>\n<\/div>\n<p>Listening is the foundation of language learning.<\/p>\n<p>The more you understand, the more you learn.<\/p>\n<p><strong><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignright wp-image-19772\" src=\"https:\/\/www.hackingchinese.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Fluent-Listener_Icon-Transparent-300x221.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"249\" height=\"184\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.hackingchinese.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Fluent-Listener_Icon-Transparent-300x221.png 300w, https:\/\/www.hackingchinese.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Fluent-Listener_Icon-Transparent-1024x755.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.hackingchinese.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Fluent-Listener_Icon-Transparent-768x566.png 768w, https:\/\/www.hackingchinese.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Fluent-Listener_Icon-Transparent-1536x1133.png 1536w, https:\/\/www.hackingchinese.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Fluent-Listener_Icon-Transparent.png 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 249px) 100vw, 249px\" \/><\/strong>Improving your listening ability unlocks <strong>many benefits<\/strong>:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Navigate conversations<\/strong> with ease<\/li>\n<li><strong>Build deeper connections<\/strong> with people<\/li>\n<li>Learn about <strong>language and culture<\/strong><\/li>\n<li>Excel in exams like <strong>HSK or TOCFL<\/strong><\/li>\n<li>Use Mandarin confidently in <strong>professional contexts<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Accelerate progress<\/strong> in other areas, including speaking<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>In contrast, if you struggle with listening, conversations become frustrating for both you and the person you\u2019re speaking with. Not understanding limits how much you learn from social interactions and listening practice.<\/p>\n<p><center><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/jljUemN-Vck?si=vfYSdgrUHR1Acnd0\" width=\"560\" height=\"315\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><span data-mce-type=\"bookmark\" style=\"display: inline-block; width: 0px; overflow: hidden; line-height: 0;\" class=\"mce_SELRES_start\">\ufeff<\/span><\/iframe><\/center>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #d5e8f5; display: inline-block; width: 100%;\">\n<div style=\"max-width: 782px; margin: 0 auto; padding: 0 5px 0 5px; line-height: 1.6;\">\n<h5><\/h5>\n<h5 style=\"text-align: center;\">Most students struggle<br \/>\nwith listening comprehension<\/h5>\n<p>Learning to understand spoken Mandarin isn\u2019t easy. Many students find listening to be <strong>the most difficult part<\/strong> of their language journey.<\/p>\n<p>In fact, in a survey conducted with several hundred learners, the majority identified listening as the most challenging aspect of learning Chinese.<\/p>\n<blockquote style=\"border-left: 4px solid #cf5347;\"><p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-19247 alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/www.hackingchinese.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/quotation-mark-orange-flipped.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"100\" height=\"75\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.hackingchinese.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/quotation-mark-orange-flipped.png 400w, https:\/\/www.hackingchinese.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/quotation-mark-orange-flipped-300x226.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 100px) 100vw, 100px\" \/>I can ask questions, but when a native speaker replies, I&#8217;m completely lost.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n<blockquote style=\"border-left: 4px solid #cf5347;\">\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">Even when I know the words, I still can&#8217;t follow because they speak so fast!<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<blockquote style=\"border-left: 4px solid #cf5347;\"><p>Listening to Mandarin feels like guessing, so many words sound the same!<\/p><\/blockquote>\n<blockquote style=\"border-left: 4px solid #cf5347;\"><p>I understand my teacher, but anyone else might as well be speaking Martian.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n<blockquote style=\"border-left: 4px solid #cf5347;\"><p>I know I need to listen more, but with so much to do, I keep putting it off!<\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p><strong>These are genuine concerns that need to be taken seriously.<\/strong> Listening in Mandarin is indeed harder than in many other languages.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignright size-medium wp-image-19872\" src=\"https:\/\/www.hackingchinese.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Fluent-Listener_Logo-White-1-300x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.hackingchinese.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Fluent-Listener_Logo-White-1-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.hackingchinese.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Fluent-Listener_Logo-White-1-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.hackingchinese.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Fluent-Listener_Logo-White-1-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.hackingchinese.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Fluent-Listener_Logo-White-1-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.hackingchinese.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Fluent-Listener_Logo-White-1-1536x1536.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.hackingchinese.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Fluent-Listener_Logo-White-1.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/>There are several reasons for this. One key challenge is that many words in Mandarin sound similar, which becomes even more problematic if you struggle to distinguish tones.<\/p>\n<p>Additionally, while Chinese grammar can make speaking easier, it places more responsibility on the listener.<\/p>\n<p>Mandarin relies heavily on context, and if you miss crucial parts of the conversation, understanding the rest can feel impossible!<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"max-width: 782px; margin: 0 auto; padding: 0 5px 0 5px; line-height: 1.6;\">\n<h5 style=\"text-align: center;\">What students are saying about the course<\/h5>\n<p><em><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignright wp-image-20079\" src=\"https:\/\/www.hackingchinese.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/testimonial-jg.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"200\" height=\"202\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.hackingchinese.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/testimonial-jg.png 866w, https:\/\/www.hackingchinese.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/testimonial-jg-298x300.png 298w, https:\/\/www.hackingchinese.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/testimonial-jg-768x774.png 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 200px) 100vw, 200px\" \/>I thoroughly enjoyed \u201cThe Fluent Listener\u201d and highly recommend the course.\u00a0 It put me on the right track to properly identify listening materials, improve my listening strategies and taught me to develop the listening habits that are sure to improve my comprehension over time.\u00a0 I\u2019ve doubled my listening time and am well on my way to improving my listening comprehension.\u00a0 The course includes a wonderful library of listening materials for all levels so we can immediately get started and improve our skills.<\/span><\/em><\/p>\n<p>&#8211; Jonathan G.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft wp-image-20080\" src=\"https:\/\/www.hackingchinese.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/testimonial-tristan.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"200\" height=\"202\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.hackingchinese.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/testimonial-tristan.png 866w, https:\/\/www.hackingchinese.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/testimonial-tristan-298x300.png 298w, https:\/\/www.hackingchinese.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/testimonial-tristan-768x774.png 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 200px) 100vw, 200px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><em>When I started learning Chinese, I focused on listening and reading. Not long ago, I began working on speaking, which quickly surpassed my ability to understand replies. Why is listening so hard? How do I improve? Online advice is often \u201cjust listen more,\u201d which, while true, isn\u2019t very useful. The Fluent Listener filled the gaps and gave me enough understanding to improve. I am actually starting to enjoy the process and, importantly, I now know it will work.<\/em><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: right;\">&#8211; Tristan<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><em><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignright wp-image-20081\" src=\"https:\/\/www.hackingchinese.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/testimonial-kevin.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"200\" height=\"202\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.hackingchinese.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/testimonial-kevin.png 866w, https:\/\/www.hackingchinese.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/testimonial-kevin-298x300.png 298w, https:\/\/www.hackingchinese.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/testimonial-kevin-768x774.png 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 200px) 100vw, 200px\" \/>Olle Linge is a superb educator, and I have listened to the Hacking Chinese podcast for some time. His Fluent Listener course is thoughtfully structured, offering actionable strategies to improve your listening at any level. I like Olle\u2019s practical approach\u2014he doesn\u2019t just give tips but explains the science behind them and how to apply them. The focus on active listening, and embracing not understanding everything was refreshing and motivating. The top-notch materials and step-by-step guidance make it easy to stay consistent.<br \/>\n<\/em><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">&#8211; Kevin<\/p>\n<hr style=\"border: 2px #cf5347 solid; margin: 50px auto;\" width=\"300\" \/>\n<div style=\"max-width: 782px; margin: 0 auto; padding: 0 5px 0 5px; line-height: 1.6;\">\n<h5 style=\"text-align: center;\">Developing listening comprehension<br \/>\nis easier than you think<\/h5>\n<\/div>\n<p>It\u2019s unfortunate that many students struggle with listening comprehension, especially since improving it is easier than you might think.<\/p>\n<p>By following a few <strong>key principles<\/strong>, you\u2019ll be on your way to understanding spoken Mandarin.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-19260 alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/www.hackingchinese.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/progress.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" \/>Listen more<\/strong>: Relying on a teacher, textbook or podcast isn\u2019t enough. Create your own immersion environment and listen as much as possible.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Understand more<\/strong>: Choose materials you can understand naturally. Use strategies to improve comprehension and learn more over time.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Communicate more<\/strong>: Focus on understanding meaning, not just practising vocabulary or grammar patterns.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Enjoy yourself<\/strong>: Find listening materials and methods that you enjoy; it\u2019s the best way to ensure you listen enough.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>These principles are easy to describe but difficult to apply, which is why I created this course!<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #d5e8f5; display: inline-block; width: 100%;\">\n<div style=\"max-width: 782px; margin: 0 auto; padding: 0 5px 0 5px; line-height: 1.6;\">\n<h5><\/h5>\n<h5 style=\"text-align: center;\">This course will help you become a fluent listener<br \/>\nno matter your current level<\/h5>\n<p>A <strong>fluent listener<\/strong> is someone who can process spoken Mandarin effectively and navigate conversations in various situations.<\/p>\n<p>But becoming a fluent listener isn\u2019t just about improving your ability to understand, it\u2019s also about recognising and addressing common listening challenges and building a long-term strategy for continuous improvement.<\/p>\n<p>Fluency in listening is possible at any level, but the content you engage with will differ:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignright size-full wp-image-19263\" src=\"https:\/\/www.hackingchinese.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/map.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" \/>Beginners<\/strong> will learn to become fluent with content related to everyday life and familiar topics<\/li>\n<li><strong>Intermediate learners<\/strong> will expand their fluency to a broader range of contexts, including work<\/li>\n<li><strong>Advanced learners<\/strong> will develop their ability to handle complex, challenging, or sensitive situations<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Whatever your current level, this course will equip you with the tools and strategies to improve your listening skills and thrive in real-world conversations.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"max-width: 782px; margin: 0 auto; padding: 0 5px 0 5px; line-height: 1.6;\">\n<h5 style=\"text-align: center;\">Find the right listening resources for you<\/h5>\n<p>To help you immerse yourself in Mandarin, no matter where you are, this course includes a <strong>carefully curated audio resource library<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p>Each resource is tagged by difficulty level, topics, content type, length, platform, transcript availability, and more. Sort, filter, or search resources to find the perfect fit for your needs!<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-19225\" src=\"https:\/\/www.hackingchinese.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/listening-resources-1024x402.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"1024\" height=\"402\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.hackingchinese.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/listening-resources-1024x402.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.hackingchinese.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/listening-resources-300x118.png 300w, https:\/\/www.hackingchinese.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/listening-resources-768x302.png 768w, https:\/\/www.hackingchinese.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/listening-resources-1536x603.png 1536w, https:\/\/www.hackingchinese.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/listening-resources-2048x804.png 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/p>\n<hr style=\"border: 2px #cf5347 solid; margin: 50px auto;\" width=\"300\" \/>\n<h5 style=\"text-align: center;\">Connect with other learners for support and encouragement<\/h5>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignright size-full wp-image-19269\" src=\"https:\/\/www.hackingchinese.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/chat-2.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" \/>Learning alongside others can make even the toughest challenges more manageable. When you enrol in this course, you\u2019ll gain access to <strong>an exclusive community on Discord<\/strong>, where you can chat with fellow learners.<\/p>\n<p>Share tips, resources, and progress updates with others who are also working to improve their listening comprehension.<\/p>\n<hr style=\"border: 2px #cf5347 solid; margin: 50px auto;\" width=\"300\" \/>\n<h5 style=\"text-align: center;\">Track your learning and make progress<\/h5>\n<p>Follow a personalised <strong>listening journey<\/strong> with study plans detailing what to do at 1, 10, 100, and 1,000 hours, based on your level.\u00a0Use the <strong>listening tracker<\/strong> to log sessions, set goals, and self-assess your progress, keeping you motivated on your path to fluent listening.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-19487 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/www.hackingchinese.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/tracker-info-page-1024x463.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"1024\" height=\"463\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.hackingchinese.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/tracker-info-page-1024x463.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.hackingchinese.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/tracker-info-page-300x136.png 300w, https:\/\/www.hackingchinese.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/tracker-info-page-768x347.png 768w, https:\/\/www.hackingchinese.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/tracker-info-page-1536x694.png 1536w, https:\/\/www.hackingchinese.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/tracker-info-page-2048x926.png 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #d5e8f5; display: inline-block; width: 100%;\">\n<div style=\"max-width: 782px; margin: 0 auto; padding: 0 5px 0 5px; line-height: 1.6;\">\n<h5 style=\"text-align: center;\">Learn on your own or<br \/>\nwith personal guidance<!-- notionvc: 81bdd408-e3c3-42fa-99eb-adc5367dd967 --><\/h5>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Basic course<\/strong>: Gain access to all the videos, exercises, and instructions you need to become a fluent listener for just $128. You will have lifetime access to the material, allowing you to learn at your own pace.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a class=\"buy-button\" style=\"color: white;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hackingchinese.com\/courses\/the-fluent-listener-navigating-mandarin-like-a-fish-in-water\/the-fluent-listener-waiting-list\/\">\u26a1Become a fluent listener now &#8211; $128<\/a><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<div class=\"group\/conversation-turn relative flex w-full min-w-0 flex-col agent-turn\">\n<div class=\"flex-col gap-1 md:gap-3\">\n<div class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col flex-grow\">\n<div class=\"min-h-8 text-message flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 whitespace-normal break-words [.text-message+&amp;]:mt-5\" dir=\"auto\" data-message-author-role=\"assistant\" data-message-id=\"eb10a0aa-22eb-437f-8e04-f41fb86139eb\" data-message-model-slug=\"gpt-4o\">\n<div class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden first:pt-[3px]\">\n<div class=\"markdown prose w-full break-words dark:prose-invert light\">\n<ul>\n<li style=\"text-align: left;\"><strong>Personal guidance and feedback<\/strong>: For $288 (including the basic course), you can opt for personalised support throughout your learning journey. This option includes:\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n<li style=\"text-align: left;\"><strong><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignright size-full wp-image-19267\" src=\"https:\/\/www.hackingchinese.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/lock.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" \/>Personal feedback on your study plan<\/strong>: I will review your study plan and provide specific advice on how to optimise it for your goals and learning situation.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li style=\"text-align: left;\"><strong>Ongoing follow-up on learning goals<\/strong>: I will check in regularly to track your progress and adjust your goals if necessary.<\/li>\n<li style=\"text-align: left;\"><strong>Responsive coaching for challenges<\/strong>: If you run into difficulties or have any questions, I\u2019ll be available to answer and offer advice, ensuring you stay on track.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a class=\"buy-button\" style=\"color: white; font-size: 17px;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hackingchinese.com\/courses\/the-fluent-listener-navigating-mandarin-like-a-fish-in-water\/the-fluent-listener-waiting-list\/\">\u26a1Unlock fluent listening with personal guidance\u00a0 &#8211; $288<\/a><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"max-width: 782px; margin: 0 auto; padding: 0 5px 0 5px; line-height: 1.6;\">\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h5 style=\"text-align: center;\">Built on more than a decade of learning and teaching Chinese<\/h5>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignright wp-image-19228\" src=\"https:\/\/www.hackingchinese.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/olle-orange-circle.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"200\" height=\"202\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.hackingchinese.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/olle-orange-circle.png 866w, https:\/\/www.hackingchinese.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/olle-orange-circle-298x300.png 298w, https:\/\/www.hackingchinese.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/olle-orange-circle-768x774.png 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 200px) 100vw, 200px\" \/>Hi! I\u2019m Olle Linge. I began learning Chinese at the age of 23 and have since studied in various settings: immersion programs abroad, intensive courses at home, online learning, and part-time while balancing work and other commitments.<\/p>\n<p>I\u2019ve also studied in a graduate program in teaching Chinese as a second language (taught entirely in Chinese) and have many years of experience teaching Chinese, including professional development courses for teachers.<\/p>\n<p>Through all this, I\u2019ve come to deeply understand the importance of listening in language acquisition. I&#8217;ve spent the past five years researching listening comprehension with the ultimate goal of helping students like you improve not only your listening skills but also your overall proficiency in Mandarin.<\/p>\n<hr style=\"border: 2px #cf5347 solid; margin: 50px auto;\" width=\"300\" \/>\n<h5 style=\"text-align: center;\">The fluent listener: Video course content<\/h5>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-19864\" src=\"https:\/\/www.hackingchinese.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Fluent-Listener-Devices-Mockup-1024x598.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"768\" height=\"448\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.hackingchinese.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Fluent-Listener-Devices-Mockup-1024x598.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.hackingchinese.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Fluent-Listener-Devices-Mockup-300x175.png 300w, https:\/\/www.hackingchinese.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Fluent-Listener-Devices-Mockup-768x448.png 768w, https:\/\/www.hackingchinese.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Fluent-Listener-Devices-Mockup-1536x896.png 1536w, https:\/\/www.hackingchinese.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Fluent-Listener-Devices-Mockup.png 2000w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \/><\/p>\n<div style=\"max-width: 782px; margin: 0 auto; padding: 0 5px 0 5px; line-height: 1.6;\">\n<div style=\"background-color: #cf5347; width: 100%;\">\n<p style=\"text-align: left; padding: 10px;\"><span style=\"color: #ffffff;\"><strong>Section 1: Navigating spoken Mandarin like a fish in water<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p style=\"padding: 0px 0 0px 35px; background-image: url('http:\/\/hackingchinese.com\/media\/listening\/episode-orange.png'); background-repeat: no-repeat; background-position: left center; background-size: 23px;\"><strong>Lesson 1: Welcome to the Course!<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"padding: 0px 0 0px 35px; background-image: url('http:\/\/hackingchinese.com\/media\/listening\/episode-orange.png'); background-repeat: no-repeat; background-position: left center; background-size: 23px;\"><strong>Lesson 2: Why Listening Is the Most Important Skill<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"padding: 0px 0 0px 35px; background-image: url('http:\/\/hackingchinese.com\/media\/listening\/episode-orange.png'); background-repeat: no-repeat; background-position: left center; background-size: 23px;\"><strong>Lesson 3: Why Listening in Chinese Is Hard and What to Do About It<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"padding: 0px 0 0px 35px; background-image: url('http:\/\/hackingchinese.com\/media\/listening\/episode-orange.png'); background-repeat: no-repeat; background-position: left center; background-size: 23px;\"><strong>Lesson 4: How to Listen to Understand More and Learn More<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"padding: 0px 0 0px 35px; background-image: url('http:\/\/hackingchinese.com\/media\/listening\/episode-orange.png'); background-repeat: no-repeat; background-position: left center; background-size: 23px;\"><strong>Lesson 5: The Role of Listening in Your Learning Approach<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"padding: 0px 0 0px 35px; background-image: url('http:\/\/hackingchinese.com\/media\/listening\/episode-orange.png'); background-repeat: no-repeat; background-position: left center; background-size: 23px;\"><strong>Lesson 6: Beginner Listening: The 10-Hour Listening Journey<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"padding: 0px 0 0px 35px; background-image: url('http:\/\/hackingchinese.com\/media\/listening\/episode-orange.png'); background-repeat: no-repeat; background-position: left center; background-size: 23px;\"><strong>Lesson 7: Intermediate Listening: The 100-Hour Listening Journey<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"padding: 0px 0 0px 35px; background-image: url('http:\/\/hackingchinese.com\/media\/listening\/episode-orange.png'); background-repeat: no-repeat; background-position: left center; background-size: 23px;\"><strong>Lesson 8: Advanced Listening: The 1000-Hour Listening Journey<\/strong><\/p>\n<div style=\"background-color: #cf5347; width: 100%;\">\n<p style=\"text-align: left; padding: 10px;\"><span style=\"color: #ffffff;\"><strong>Section 2: A deep dive into Chinese listening comprehension<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p style=\"padding: 0px 0 0px 35px; background-image: url('http:\/\/hackingchinese.com\/media\/listening\/episode-orange.png'); background-repeat: no-repeat; background-position: left center; background-size: 23px;\"><strong>Lesson 1: Introduction<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"padding: 0px 0 0px 35px; background-image: url('http:\/\/hackingchinese.com\/media\/listening\/episode-orange.png'); background-repeat: no-repeat; background-position: left center; background-size: 23px;\"><strong>Lesson 2: From Sound to Meaning in Mandarin<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"padding: 0px 0 0px 35px; background-image: url('http:\/\/hackingchinese.com\/media\/listening\/episode-orange.png'); background-repeat: no-repeat; background-position: left center; background-size: 23px;\"><strong>Lesson 3: Learning to Hear the Sounds and Tones of Mandarin<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"padding: 0px 0 0px 35px; background-image: url('http:\/\/hackingchinese.com\/media\/listening\/episode-orange.png'); background-repeat: no-repeat; background-position: left center; background-size: 23px;\"><strong>Lesson 4: How to Improve Your Chinese Listening Speed<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"padding: 0px 0 0px 35px; background-image: url('http:\/\/hackingchinese.com\/media\/listening\/episode-orange.png'); background-repeat: no-repeat; background-position: left center; background-size: 23px;\"><strong>Lesson 5: Leveraging What You Already Know to Understand More<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"padding: 0px 0 0px 35px; background-image: url('http:\/\/hackingchinese.com\/media\/listening\/episode-orange.png'); background-repeat: no-repeat; background-position: left center; background-size: 23px;\"><strong>Lesson 6: Acquiring the Knowledge Necessary for Successful Listening<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"padding: 0px 0 0px 35px; background-image: url('http:\/\/hackingchinese.com\/media\/listening\/episode-orange.png'); background-repeat: no-repeat; background-position: left center; background-size: 23px;\"><strong>Lesson 7: Becoming a Fluent Listener<\/strong><\/p>\n<div style=\"background-color: #cf5347; width: 100%;\">\n<p style=\"text-align: left; padding: 10px;\"><strong><span style=\"color: #ffffff;\">Section 3: How to listen to understand and learn more<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p style=\"padding: 0px 0 0px 35px; background-image: url('http:\/\/hackingchinese.com\/media\/listening\/episode-orange.png'); background-repeat: no-repeat; background-position: left center; background-size: 23px;\"><strong>Lesson 1: Introduction<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"padding: 0px 0 0px 35px; background-image: url('http:\/\/hackingchinese.com\/media\/listening\/episode-orange.png'); background-repeat: no-repeat; background-position: left center; background-size: 23px;\"><strong>Lesson 2: How Difficult Should Your Listening Materials Be?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"padding: 0px 0 0px 35px; background-image: url('http:\/\/hackingchinese.com\/media\/listening\/episode-orange.png'); background-repeat: no-repeat; background-position: left center; background-size: 23px;\"><strong>Lesson 3: Extensive Listening: Why You Need It and How to Get It<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"padding: 0px 0 0px 35px; background-image: url('http:\/\/hackingchinese.com\/media\/listening\/episode-orange.png'); background-repeat: no-repeat; background-position: left center; background-size: 23px;\"><strong>Lesson 4: The Input Pyramid: Listening for Any Situation<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"padding: 0px 0 0px 35px; background-image: url('http:\/\/hackingchinese.com\/media\/listening\/episode-orange.png'); background-repeat: no-repeat; background-position: left center; background-size: 23px;\"><strong>Lesson 5: How to Make Mandarin Easier to Understand<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"padding: 0px 0 0px 35px; background-image: url('http:\/\/hackingchinese.com\/media\/listening\/episode-orange.png'); background-repeat: no-repeat; background-position: left center; background-size: 23px;\"><strong>Lesson 6: Conversations, Monologues, Movies and Broadcasts<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"padding: 0px 0 0px 35px; background-image: url('http:\/\/hackingchinese.com\/media\/listening\/episode-orange.png'); background-repeat: no-repeat; background-position: left center; background-size: 23px;\"><strong>Lesson 7: Dealing with Challenging Listening Content in Chinese<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"padding: 0px 0 0px 35px; background-image: url('http:\/\/hackingchinese.com\/media\/listening\/episode-orange.png'); background-repeat: no-repeat; background-position: left center; background-size: 23px;\"><strong>Lesson 8: Learning to Swim in a Sea of Accents<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"padding: 0px 0 0px 35px; background-image: url('http:\/\/hackingchinese.com\/media\/listening\/episode-orange.png'); background-repeat: no-repeat; background-position: left center; background-size: 23px;\"><strong>Lesson 9: Digital Listening: Speech Synthesis and Audio Flashcards<\/strong><\/p>\n<div style=\"background-color: #cf5347; width: 100%;\">\n<p style=\"text-align: left; padding: 10px;\"><span style=\"color: #ffffff;\"><strong>Section 4: How to listen to understand and learn more<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p style=\"padding: 0px 0 0px 35px; background-image: url('http:\/\/hackingchinese.com\/media\/listening\/episode-orange.png'); background-repeat: no-repeat; background-position: left center; background-size: 23px;\"><strong>Lesson 1: Introduction<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"padding: 0px 0 0px 35px; background-image: url('http:\/\/hackingchinese.com\/media\/listening\/episode-orange.png'); background-repeat: no-repeat; background-position: left center; background-size: 23px;\"><strong>Lesson 2: What You Need to Know to Become a Successful Listener<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"padding: 0px 0 0px 35px; background-image: url('http:\/\/hackingchinese.com\/media\/listening\/episode-orange.png'); background-repeat: no-repeat; background-position: left center; background-size: 23px;\"><strong>Lesson 3: Effective Strategies to Boost Comprehension<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"padding: 0px 0 0px 35px; background-image: url('http:\/\/hackingchinese.com\/media\/listening\/episode-orange.png'); background-repeat: no-repeat; background-position: left center; background-size: 23px;\"><strong>Lesson 4: Navigating Conversations Like a Fish in Water<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"padding: 0px 0 0px 35px; background-image: url('http:\/\/hackingchinese.com\/media\/listening\/episode-orange.png'); background-repeat: no-repeat; background-position: left center; background-size: 23px;\"><strong>Lesson 5: How to Nail Listening Exams Such as HSK and TOCFL<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"padding: 0px 0 0px 35px; background-image: url('http:\/\/hackingchinese.com\/media\/listening\/episode-orange.png'); background-repeat: no-repeat; background-position: left center; background-size: 23px;\"><strong>Lesson 6: Listening Again vs. Listening to Something New<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"padding: 0px 0 0px 35px; background-image: url('http:\/\/hackingchinese.com\/media\/listening\/episode-orange.png'); background-repeat: no-repeat; background-position: left center; background-size: 23px;\"><strong>Lesson 7: Subtitles and Transcripts: Reading Before, While or After Listening<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"padding: 0px 0 0px 35px; background-image: url('http:\/\/hackingchinese.com\/media\/listening\/episode-orange.png'); background-repeat: no-repeat; background-position: left center; background-size: 23px;\"><strong>Lesson 8: Chinese Listening, Fast and Slow<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"padding: 0px 0 0px 35px; background-image: url('http:\/\/hackingchinese.com\/media\/listening\/episode-orange.png'); background-repeat: no-repeat; background-position: left center; background-size: 23px;\"><strong>Lesson 9: MaximisingLearning with Support from a Teacher<\/strong><\/p>\n<div style=\"background-color: #cf5347; width: 100%;\">\n<p style=\"text-align: left; padding: 10px;\"><span style=\"color: #ffffff;\"><strong>Section 5: <strong style=\"color: #ffffff;\">Creating a Chinese immersion experience<\/strong><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p style=\"padding: 0px 0 0px 35px; background-image: url('http:\/\/hackingchinese.com\/media\/listening\/episode-orange.png'); background-repeat: no-repeat; background-position: left center; background-size: 23px;\"><strong>Lesson 1: Introduction<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"padding: 0px 0 0px 35px; background-image: url('http:\/\/hackingchinese.com\/media\/listening\/episode-orange.png'); background-repeat: no-repeat; background-position: left center; background-size: 23px;\"><strong>Lesson 2: Immersion at Home: Bathing in Chinese in the Comfort of Your Home<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"padding: 0px 0 0px 35px; background-image: url('http:\/\/hackingchinese.com\/media\/listening\/episode-orange.png'); background-repeat: no-repeat; background-position: left center; background-size: 23px;\"><strong>Lesson 3: Making the Most of a Stay Abroad<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"padding: 0px 0 0px 35px; background-image: url('http:\/\/hackingchinese.com\/media\/listening\/episode-orange.png'); background-repeat: no-repeat; background-position: left center; background-size: 23px;\"><strong>Lesson 4: Finding Time to Listen More<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"padding: 0px 0 0px 35px; background-image: url('http:\/\/hackingchinese.com\/media\/listening\/episode-orange.png'); background-repeat: no-repeat; background-position: left center; background-size: 23px;\"><strong>Lesson 5: Streamlining Your Listening Practice<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"padding: 0px 0 0px 35px; background-image: url('http:\/\/hackingchinese.com\/media\/listening\/episode-orange.png'); background-repeat: no-repeat; background-position: left center; background-size: 23px;\"><strong>Lesson 6: Habit Hacking for More Learning with Less Effort<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"padding: 0px 0 0px 35px; background-image: url('http:\/\/hackingchinese.com\/media\/listening\/episode-orange.png'); background-repeat: no-repeat; background-position: left center; background-size: 23px;\"><strong>Lesson 7: Channelling the Ebbs and Flows of Long-Term Motivation<\/strong><\/p>\n<hr style=\"border: 2px #cf5347 solid; margin: 50px auto;\" width=\"300\" \/>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #d5e8f5; display: inline-block; width: 100%;\">\n<div style=\"max-width: 782px; margin: 0 auto; padding: 0 5px 0 5px; line-height: 1.6;\">\n<h5><\/h5>\n<h5 style=\"text-align: center;\">Frequently asked questions<\/h5>\n<div style=\"max-width: 782px; margin: 0 auto; padding: 0 5px 0 5px; line-height: 1.6;\">\n<p><strong>What do I get when I enrol in the course?<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"max-width: 782px; margin: 0 auto; padding: 0 5px 0 5px; line-height: 1.6;\">\n<div style=\"max-width: 782px; margin: 0 auto; padding: 0 5px 0 5px; line-height: 1.6;\">\n<p>You\u2019ll get full access to all course content. You can watch the video episodes and work through the materials at your own pace. If you enrol with professional guidance, you\u2019ll receive personal feedback and support as well.<\/p>\n<p><strong>How much Chinese does the course contain?<br \/>\n<\/strong>The course videos are in English, with examples in Mandarin. No single person can record all the listening material you need to go from a pure beginner to an advanced level. However, the listening resource library is an important part of the course and contains many recommendations for listening material in Chinees. A large majority of this is available for free.<\/p>\n<p><strong><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignright size-full wp-image-19264\" src=\"https:\/\/www.hackingchinese.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/question.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" \/>How long is the course?<\/strong><br \/>\nThe video episodes total around twelve hours, but going through all the content will take much longer. The included listening journeys will take tens, hundreds, or even thousands of hours to complete, depending on your level. Listening skills aren\u2019t built overnight!<\/p>\n<p><strong>How much will I know when I\u2019ve completed the course?<\/strong><br \/>\nBy the end of the course, you\u2019ll understand how listening comprehension works, what to listen to and when, how to listen for the best results, and how to fit this practice into your daily schedule. While the amount of Mandarin you learn depends on how much time you invest, this course gives you the tools to maximise your progress.<\/p>\n<p><strong>I\u2019m an advanced student. Is this course relevant to me?<\/strong><br \/>\nYes! While the course offers listening strategies for all levels, the video content is in English and focuses on teaching you how to get the most out of your Chinese listening practice. So, no matter your current level, the course is designed to help you improve.<\/p>\n<p><strong>When does the course start? When does it end?<\/strong><br \/>\nThe course opens for enrolment when I\u2019m available to work with a new group of students. Once enrolled, you\u2019ll have permanent access to the course content, including any updates I may release in future versions. There\u2019s no end date, you\u2019ll always have access!<\/p>\n<p><strong>What if I don\u2019t like the course?<\/strong><br \/>\nNo problem! I offer a 30-day money-back guarantee. If you enrol and find the course isn\u2019t for you, I\u2019ll refund your money, no questions asked. However, please note that if you enrol with feedback, refunds aren\u2019t available once I\u2019ve provided personal feedback.<\/p>\n<p><strong>What do I need to take the course? Is everything included?<\/strong><br \/>\nYou just need a device with an internet connection. All course content is available online and can be downloaded for offline use as well. The course is self-contained, so no additional purchases are required. 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