The Mimir Magazine_ December 15, 2023_Learn Chinese & Beyond

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梁山伯与祝英台的故事 The Story of Liang Shanbo and Zhu Yingtai | 06

不一样的直播带货： 东方甄选 Unique Live Commerce: East Buy Holding Limited | 14

中国老年大学里的年轻人 Young People in Chinese University for the Elderly | 23

Editor's Note Welcome to the latest release of The Mimir Magazine—an enthralling compilation that traverses the multifaceted realms of life. As your editor, I'm excited to unveil a collection that captures the diverse essence of our global experiences.

Our exploration begins with the mysterious influence of Feng Shui in Real Estate, unraveling the considerations that shape Chinese home buying decisions. Culinary enthusiasts will savor the delectable journey into the world of Simple and Nutritious Chirashi-sushi, a delightful fusion of flavor and health.

You should not miss out on the timeless tale of The Story of Liang Shanbo and Zhu Yingtai, a classic Chinese narrative that seamlessly intertwines love, tragedy, and cultural richness, offering readers an enchanting experience.

Now, let's hit the streets with Tips of Chestnuts Roasted in Sand with Brown Sugar and discover the secrets of Chinese street food. Feeling a little adventurous? Run, the Avalanche is Coming! has your back with essential tips for conquering snowy slopes. But hold up, we've got more – Nosebleeds, Don't Panic! is here with practical advice that might just save your day.

The narrative takes an unexpected turn with China's Senior University: Where Young Hearts Learn, providing a fresh perspective on education, community, and shared passions. Lastly, we conclude with Young People in China's Senior University, sharing the remarkable stories of individuals like Qiqi, whose pursuit of learning defies conventional boundaries.

I invite you to explore the diverse worlds within these pages and embark on an enriching adventure through the chapters of The Mimir Magazine. Welcome to our newest edition!

Happy reading!

Warm regards,

Alison English Editor for TMW Vol.20 Dec.15 2023 TMM | 01

Mdeiettors E

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Hello, I'm Alison! I'm a freshman from the east coast of the United States. I've got a “seem-to-be-cold” personality but an insatiable curiosity + passion about current events. When it comes to food, I'm all about exploring the diverse flavors in the school cafeteria, and I'm passionate about trying out various cultural cuisines. Everyone is unique. Every culture is fascinating Life, to me, is like a thrilling adventure, and I can't wait to dive into it all. Whether it's discussing hot topics or savoring global flavors, I'm excited to share my enthusiasm with you!

My name is Song Jiaxing, and I am a professional teacher of Chinese as a foreign language. Since 2017, I have taught in Thailand, Cambodia and Indonesia. After the outbreak of the coronavirus epidemic, I began to explore online teaching methods and techniques. So far, I have taught more than 4,000 hours, and have taught students from all over the world; the teaching scope covers zero-based entry, regular courses, oral conversation courses, business Chinese, one-to-one private customized courses, HSK&HSKK test preparation courses, etc. from zero basic to advanced various courses. I have a lively and cheerful personality, and am good at guiding and encouraging students to apply the knowledge they have learned to real life, so that students can have a solid grasp of Chinese in a relaxed and pleasant learning atmosphere.

TMM | 02

CONTENT TRENDS Unique Live Commerce: East Buy Holding Limited

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不一样的直播带货：东方甄选 23

Young People in Chinese University for the Elderly

中国老年大学里的年轻人 FOOD IS EVERYTHING How to Make Chirashi-sushi

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简单又营养的散寿司 The Tips of Chestnuts Roasted in Sand with Brown Sugar

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糖炒栗子知多少 ASIAN CULTURE The Story of Liang Shanbo and Zhu Yingtai

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梁山伯与祝英台的故事 Why do Chinese People Like to Buy Houses Based on Feng Shui?

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什么！买房子还要看风水 LIFE & SCIENCE What to do If You Encounter an Avalanche?

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快跑！雪崩来了！ What to do When You Have a Nosebleed?

流鼻血了，不要慌！ Click here to listen to audio recordings of this issue on YouTube

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friends 莉莉

艾米 Amy is a high school exchange student from the U.S. She likes traveling and is curious about ancient cultures. She thinks Dada is very knowledgeable.

Lily is a student in the same high school as Amy. Her mom is Chinese and her Dad is from Ireland. Like her mom, Lily enjoys reading and cooking.

达达

凯文

Dada is a high school straight-A student from China. He loves science, the universe, and everything about aliens.

Kevin is an exchange student from Australia. He likes sports and cars. He thinks Amy is the cutest girl ever.

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ASIAN CULTURE

"The Story of Liang Shanbo and Zhu Yingtai," a poignant Chinese love story defying societal norms.

Zhu Yingtai, a brave young woman, disguises herself as a man to attend school, forming a deep connection with Liang Shanbo. Their friendship takes a tragic turn when Zhu is forced into an arranged marriage, leaving Liang heartbroken. This emotionally charged narrative explores love's complexities and societal constraints, making it a compelling read akin to timeless tales like "Romeo and Juliet."

This emotionally charged narrative offers readers a window into Chinese culture and the struggles of love within societal constraints. If you're drawn to stories that transcend time, exploring themes of sacrifice, love, and destiny, "The Story of Liang Shanbo and Zhu Yingtai" is a captivating journey into the intricacies of human emotions. Join me in experiencing this classic Chinese love story, a tale that continues to touch hearts across generations.

Editor:Alison

The Story of Liang Shanbo and Zhu Yingtai Intermediate level Min 5 TMM | 06

ASIAN CULTURE

梁山伯与祝 英台的故事

：祝英台为什么在学校要穿上男人的衣服 和鞋，像男人一样说话？ Q2：除了梁山伯与祝英台的故事，你还知道 哪些让人难过的爱情故事？ Q1

在中国，有很多爱情故事。有的很浪 漫，有的故事让人很难过。我今天要给 大家讲一个非常有名的故事，几乎人人 都知道，它就是梁山伯与祝英台的故 事。 以前，有一个漂亮的女人，她的名字叫 祝英台。她非常聪明，而且很勇敢。在 那个时候，只有男人可以上学，女人是 不可以的。但是祝英台非常想去学校。 她想了一个好办法，就是穿上男人的衣 服和鞋，像男人一样说话，让大家看不 出来她是一个女人。 在学校里，她认识了梁山伯。这个男人 很热情，也很喜欢和她一起读书，他们 在一起很快乐。不过梁山伯一直觉得祝 英台是个男人，像弟弟一样关心她。祝 英台虽然很喜欢梁山伯，但是没有告诉 他真相。 突然有一天，有人告诉祝英台，她的爸 爸生病了，祝英台马上赶回家。回家以 后才知道，爸爸没有生病，只是不想让 她一直在学校，想让她回来和一个不认 识的人结婚。在以前，爸爸妈妈让孩子 和谁结婚，孩子就要和谁结婚。祝英台 非常难过。她喜欢的人是梁山伯。

那天后，祝英台很久都没有去学校。祝 英台走了以后，梁山伯很想她，就问别 人祝英台去了哪里。这时候他才知道， 祝英台是个女人。他很高兴，因为他很 喜欢祝英台。如果祝英台是个女人，他 就能和祝英台结婚了，他们也能一直在 一起了。但是这时候祝英台已经要和别 人结婚了，她也很着急，但是没有别的 好办法。 梁山伯去了祝英台家，求她的爸爸妈妈 让他们见面。但是祝英台的爸爸妈妈不 同意。梁山伯非常难过，回家以后就生 病了。他非常伤心，每天不吃东西，也 不睡觉。就这样，他的身体越来越坏， 过了一段时间就死了。 祝英台知道梁山伯死了，也想和他一起 死。在她和那个人结婚的时候，她让人 们带她经过梁山伯的坟墓。看到坟墓她 就走了过去，对着坟墓哭了。这时候突 然刮起了大风，坟墓打开了。祝英台知 道是梁山伯在等她，她一点也不害怕， 勇敢地跳了进去，坟墓关上了。旁边的 人看到，都非常害怕。过了一会儿，有 两只蝴蝶从坟墓里飞了出来，它们飞来 飞去，玩得很快乐。人们都说，这两只 蝴蝶就是梁山伯和祝英台。 作者：一夕 TMM | 07

VOCAB!

浪漫

làng màn romantic

难过

nán guò to feel sad / to feel unwell / (of life) to be difficult

勇敢

yǒng gǎn brave / courageous

结婚

jié hūn to marry / to get married

热情

rè qíng cordial / enthusiastic / passion / passionate / passionately

关心

guān xīn to be concerned about / to care about

着急

zháo jí to worry; to feel anxious / to feel a sense of urgency; to be in a hurry

办法

bàn fǎ means / method / way (of doing sth)

同意

tóng yì to agree

害怕

hài pà to be afraid / to be scared

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r e m m a gr ew br 语法：如果…… (的话) , (S) 就…… 如果”后面接假设分句，“就”后面的分句是假设情况的结果。需要注意的是，如果两个分句主 语不同，第二个分句的主语要放在“就“前面。 “ 如果 ” is followed by a hypothetical clause, and the clause after " 就 " is the result of the “

hypothetical situation. It should be noted that If the subjects of the two clauses are

就

different,the subject of the second clause should be placed before " ".

Structure:

如果……（的话) , (S) 就……

： 如果明天下雪的话，我们就不去公园了。 Examples

If it snows tomorrow, we won't go to the park.

如果你真的爱她，就应该好好对她。

If you really love her, you should treat her well.

TEACHER’S NOTE

在中国古代，孩子的婚姻都要听父母的安排。而且，在正式的婚姻流程里，父母决定人选 后，还需要媒人这个中介来完成。之后每一步做什么，也是有严格的要求的。所以如果你能 在中国古代参加一场婚礼，会是很热闹的事情。

In ancient China, children's marriages had to be arranged by their parents. Moreover, in the formal marriage process, after the parents decide on the candidate, a matchmaker is needed to complete the process. There are strict requirements for what to do every step after that.

So if you can attend a wedding in ancient China, it will be a lively event.

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Editor Song Jiaxing

TMM | 09

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简单又营养的 散寿司 ： A M Y 为什么要做散寿司？ ：做散寿司需要用哪些食物？

Q1 Q2

莉莉非常喜欢吃日料。这一天，艾米送了一份三文鱼给艾 米，莉莉非常开心。正好莉莉的家里还有米饭和一些蔬菜。 今天，莉莉决定给自己和家人做一份日式散寿司。具体要怎 么做呢？ 准备什么？ 米饭200克 - rice 200g 三文鱼100克 - salmon100g 黄瓜150克 - cucumber150g 鸡蛋1颗 - one egg 芝麻5克 - sesame 5g 油10克 - soybean oil 10g 盐15克 - salt 15g 黑胡椒20克 - black pepper 20g 寿司醋10毫升 - sushi vinegar 10ml

烤13分钟。三文鱼就烤好了。把烤好的三文鱼拿出来，用勺 子压碎。 3.炒鸡蛋。把一个鸡蛋打在碗里，搅拌一下。锅里放5克 油，油温180℃的时候，把鸡蛋放进去翻炒1分钟，翻炒好以 后放在盘子里。 4.在米饭里放10毫升寿司醋。如果不喜欢寿司醋，可以少放 一些。把米饭搅拌均匀。 5.把黄瓜、三文鱼和炒好的鸡蛋都放到大米中，再加5克芝 麻。把这些食物搅拌均匀。好吃的散寿司就做好了。 做好的散寿司颜色很好看，有白色的米、绿色的黄瓜、黄色 的鸡蛋和肉粉色的三文鱼等等。散寿司不仅好看、好做，营 养也很丰富。

怎么做？ 1.把黄瓜洗干净，切成一片一片的。把黄瓜放在盘子上，均 匀地撒上8克盐。15分钟以后，盘子里会出现很多水，这些 是从黄瓜里出来的，把水倒掉。 2.在三文鱼上撒盐和黑胡椒，放在烤箱里。上下火150℃，

其实，你也可以根据你的喜欢来做散寿司。你可以在里面加 你喜欢吃的东西。比如，在里面加牛油果、虾肉也很好吃。 可能你做的散寿司比莉莉做的更好吃呢！ 散寿司好做，也很方便携带。做好的散寿司，什么时候吃都 可以。特别是工作忙的朋友，可以带着去上班，饿了就可以 马上吃到！ 作者：一夕

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VOCAB! 蛋糕 dàn gāo cake

冰箱

bīng xiāng icebox / freezer cabinet / refrigerator

盘子

pán zi tray / plate / dish

简单

jiǎn dān simple / not complicated

必须

bì xū to have to / must

根据

gēn jù according to / based on

需要

xū yào to need / to want

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r e m m a gr ew br 语法：A把B+V+Complement of Result/Direction 中文中，表达人或事物结果或发生位置的改变，可用“A把B+V+结果补语/趋向补语”，需要注意的 是，人或事物一定是确定的。

In Chinese, to express a change of result or position of a person or thing, you can use the structure " A

把B + V + Complement of Result/Direction ". It should be noted that the person or

thing must be definite.

把

结果补语/趋向补语

Structure: A B+V+

： 我把书拿出来了。 Examples

I took out the book.

妈妈把房间打扫干净了。 Mom cleaned the room.

TEACHER’S NOTE

散寿司，是把各种食物放在米饭上的一种寿司。散寿司的由来据说是寿司店为了不浪费剩余食材 而发明的。这篇文章详细介绍了制作散寿司的食材和方法，你学会了吗？除了文章中的食物外， 我们也可以加自己喜欢的肉和菜，快来试一试吧！ Chirashizushi is a type of sushi that puts various foods on rice. The origin of Chirashizushi is said

to be invented by sushi restaurants in order not to waste leftover ingredients. This article introduces specifically the ingredients and methods of making Chirashizushi. Have you learned it? In addition to the food in the article, we can also add our favorite meat and vegetables, just give it a try!

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Editor Song Jiaxing TMM | 13

TRENDS

不一样的直播带货： 东方甄选 As more people flock to mobile shopping in China, live commerce has taken the stage, and even the education giant "New Oriental" has embraced this trend, making a whopping 2 billion yuan in just three months. What makes "East Buy Holding Limited" stand out?

Well, they've redefined the live commerce experience. With a commitment to quality and reasonable prices, "Oriental Selection" brings a fresh perspective to live commerce, offering a unique blend of education and shopping that's capturing the attention of viewers.

It's a new frontier, and it's exciting to see where this innovative approach will lead them in the future!

East Buy Holding Limited

Editor:Alison TMM | 14

INTERMEDIATE LEVEL MIN 5

TRENDS

11:11

Q1 Q2

：什么是直播带货？ ：新东方的直播带货和其他商家有什么不一样？

不一样的直播带货：东方甄选 现在，在中国，人们都越来越喜欢在手机上买东西，直播带货很火。 直播带货就是商家用直播向人们介绍商品，然后卖出商品。直播间可以让商 家卖东西更方便，人们也可以更好地选择商品。 以前做教育的公司 “ 新东方 ” ，因为疫情的一些影响，也开始做起了直播带 货。在短短三个月的时间里，赚了二十亿元。新东方是怎么做到的？他们和 别的直播带货又有什么不一样呢？ 直播带货的商家很多只是简单介绍商品，但是东方甄选做的不仅仅是这些。 一、他们选择卖农产品。虽然新东方创始人俞敏洪创建东方甄选是为了获得 更多的利润，但是他并没有选择利润很高的化妆品或者电子产品，而是选择 了农产品。这是因为他是农民出身，他希望能帮助农民做一些事情。 二、同时使用汉语和英语介绍商品。这里的主播过去都是“新东方”的老师， 所以在介绍商品的时候，他们不只介绍商品，还会介绍和商品有关的文化。 把历史、地理、英语等知识带到直播带货里。有的老师把直播间当成了课 堂，很多来直播间的人，不是来买东西的，而是来听他们讲课的。很多人都 说，如果自己上学时遇到的是这些老师，他们会考进更好的大学。 三、商品的质量很好。东方甄选的商品种类不仅多，而且质量都很高，价格 也合理。这也是很多人喜欢来这里买东西的一个很重要的原因。 东方甄选是直播带货的一种新可能。我们也希望未来可以有更多有社会责任 感、有人文情怀的直播间出现。 作者：不辞盈 TMM | 15

VOCAB! 方便

fāng biàn convenient / suitable / to facilitate / to make things easy / having money to spare / (euphemism) to relieve oneself

选择

xuǎn zé to select / to pick / choice

影响

yǐng xiǎng influence / effect / to influence

赚

zhuàn to earn / to make a profit

过去

guò qù (in the) past / former / previous

文化

wén huà culture / civilization / cultural

知识

zhī shi knowledge

有趣

yǒu qù interesting / fascinating / amusing

质量

zhì liàng quality / (physics) mass

价格

jià gé price

成功

chéng gōng success / to succeed

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r e m m a gr ew br 语法：不是……而是…… 转折连词 “不是……但是……”用在并列复句中。它连接并比较对比情况，以强调“但是”后面的肯 定句。“不是”否定第一部分，“而是”来肯定第二部分。 The contrastive conjunction “ 不是 …… 而是 ……” is used in a coordinate complex sentence. It connects and compares contrasting situations to emphasize the affirmative clause after “ 而 是”. “不是” to negate the first part while “而是”to affirm the second part.

Structure:

不是……而是……

： 他不是学生，而是老师。 Examples

He is not a student, but a teacher.

我不是不喜欢他，而是太害羞了。

It's not that I don't like him, it's just that I'm too shy.

TEACHER’S NOTE

近年来，越来越多的消费者开始倾向于直播购物，因为直播购物很方便，也很便宜，你更喜 欢直播购物还是线下购物呢？试着说一说原因。 In recent years, more and more consumers have begun to prefer live-streaming shopping, because live-streaming shopping is very convenient and cheap. Do you prefer livestreaming shopping or offline shopping? Try to explain why.

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Editor Song Jiaxing

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FOOD IS EVERYTHING

The Tips of Chestnuts Roasted in Sand with Brown Sugar

糖炒栗子知多少 Intermediate level Min 5

Let's talk about something delightful found on every corner in China – chestnuts roasted in sand with brown sugar. Ever noticed those little stones in the mix? Well, that's a genius move by the locals. Roasting chestnuts with those stones preserves their natural flavor and aroma, ensuring a fresh and tasty treat. It's a clever cooking technique that quickly heats up, releasing water from the chestnuts and keeping them deliciously fresh.

Trust me, a handful of warm sugar-roasted chestnuts on a winter day is pure comfort. Have you tried them? If not, it's a flavor you'll adore, and if you find yourself in China, it's a winter treat worth savoring!

Editor:Alison

TMM | 18

FOOD IS EVERYTHING

：为什么糖炒栗子里面有小石头？ Q2：为什么不可以吃太多糖炒栗子？ Q1

栗子是中国人很爱吃的一种食物。如果你在冬天来到中国北方的城市， 你经常可以看到很多卖糖炒栗子的。糖炒栗子的颜色是棕红色的，拿在 手上是温热的。去掉皮，里面的栗子很软糯香甜。在冬天吃糖炒栗子是 很多中国人的一种习惯。 糖炒栗子的摊位一般都是临街的，或者直接是推着车在路边卖。他们有 很多都是一边做一边卖的。做的时候，糖炒栗子里除了糖和栗子，还总 是有一些小石头。这些小石头包裹着栗子，商贩用铲子不断地翻炒，直 到把栗子炒熟。这样做可以保留栗子的味道，也能保留住栗子的香气。 小石头因为热得快，传热也快，可以给栗子提供它最需要的温度，让栗 子里的水在最短的时间里跑出去，保留栗子的新鲜。 除了好吃，糖炒栗子也是很有营养的。栗子里有很多对我们身体很好的 东西。在饿的时候吃糖炒栗子，可以给我们的身体很快地提供能量。栗 子里还有很多维生素，对我们的大脑发育也很有帮助。 冬天到了，能在这个时候吃一些热热的糖炒栗子最舒服了。糖炒栗子虽 然很好吃，但是记得不要吃太多哦。有一年冬天我就是因为吃了太多的 糖炒栗子，一下胖了20多斤。不过也不用太担心，愉快地享受美食或许 更重要一些。希望你有机会可以来中国尝尝好吃的糖炒栗子。 作者：不辞盈

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VOCAB! 聪明

cōng ming intelligent / clever / bright / smart

提供

tí gōng to offer / to supply / to provide

温度

wēn dù temperature

新鲜

xīn xiān fresh (experience, food etc) / freshness

随便

suí biàn as one wishes / as one pleases / at random / negligent / casual / wanton

舒服

shū fu comfortable / feeling well

中间

zhōng jiān between / intermediate / mid / middle

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r e m m a gr ew br 语法：一边……一边…… 中文中，用“一边……一边……”表示两个动作同时进行。“一”可以省略。 In Chinese, “一边……一边……” is used to indicate two actions taking place at the same time. "一" can be omitted.

Structure:

一边……一边……

： 我喜欢边听歌边写作业。 Examples

I like to listen to music while doing homework.

爸爸一边吃早饭一边看报纸。

Dad is reading the newspaper while eating breakfast.

TEACHER’S NOTE

冬天的时候，天气很冷，中国人喜欢吃暖烘烘甜滋滋的美食，比如糖炒栗子、烤红薯和冰 糖葫芦等。这些食物都不仅好吃，而且很有营养。 In winter, when the weather is very cold, the Chinese like to eat warm and sweet culinary delights, such as chestnuts roasted in sand with brown sugar, roasted sweet potatoes, and sugar-coated haws. These foods are not only delicious but also very nutritious.

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TRENDS ADVANCED LEVEL MIN 8

LEGE L O C

YOUNG PEOPLE IN CHINESE UNIVERSITY FOR THE ELDERLY.

中国老年大学里 的年轻人

While senior universities in China have often been overlooked, an unexpected trend is taking root—more and more young people are joining these institutions designed for retirees seeking to enrich their lives. The story unfolds with characters like Qiqi, a young lady who, despite a busy work life, finds solace and newfound interests in the classes offered by the senior university. Drawn to the affordability, diverse courses, and a chance to connect with likeminded individuals, Qiqi's experience sheds light on a unique fusion of generations, breaking stereotypes and creating a vibrant community. Dive into this tale to discover how the concept of senior universities is evolving and becoming an unexpected avenue for young adults to explore their passions and connect with different generations.

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Editor:Alison

TRENDS

：为什么上老年大学这件事开始在年轻人中 流行开来？ Q2：老年大学都有什么课程？ Q1

在中国，老年大学一直是一个不太被人们关注的地 方。老年大学虽然被叫做“大学”，但它其实只是为 了丰富老年人生活而创办的特殊学校。年轻的时候 他们工作地很辛苦，没有时间发展自己的兴趣爱 好。退休以后，他们的时间多了起来。老年大学成 为他们丰富退休生活的好选择。但今年开始，上老 年大学这件事，开始在年轻人中流行开来。为什么 呢？ 后的琦琦在上海的一家大厂[1]上班，今年10月 份开始，她从闺蜜雯雯那里知道了老年大学，就跟 着雯雯一起去报名了。琦琦平时工作很忙，也很宅 [2]。很多时候下班以后，她就自己回到出租屋里看 电影或者刷手机。她一直很喜欢国画，但是没有机 会和动力学习。如果专门找一个国画班，费用是比 较高的，而且班里大部分都是年纪比较小的孩子， 她也不想和他们一起上课。 90

相比较而言，老年大学就适合很多。老年大学的费 用是比较低的，而且年轻人和老人的收费一样。这 里有99元4节的体验课，如果正式报名的话一学期 报名费是几百元。年轻人们一起吃一顿饭就要两三 百，这些报名费根本不会对他们造成压力。

老年大学的课程样式也很多，有国画课、书法课、 剪纸课、茶道课、中医课、瑜伽课、声乐课、古筝 课等等。琦琦报名的是国画课，雯雯报名的是茶道 课。现在，每天下班之后去上老年大学是琦琦一天 中最期待的事情。除了课上，课下她也很喜欢跟同 学们聊天。除了叔叔和阿姨们，同学里有跟她一样 的90后，还有一些00后。她的性格慢慢变得开朗起 来，而且她也开始更了解老人们的想法，这也帮助 她更理解父母。每次下课后，老师也是会留作业 的，但因为这是琦琦喜欢的事情，所以做作业也变 成了一种享受。 而且琦琦也发现，老年大学里的年轻老师们也多了 起来。雯雯茶道课的一位老师，竟然比雯雯都小1 岁。她是兼职老师，她周末会来给大家上课。她说 她很喜欢这里的学生，教他们茶道这件事是很幸福 和快乐的。同学们也很喜欢她，还会给她带自己喜 欢的茶叶和茶点[3]。 现在，上老年大学已经成为年轻人们丰富自己生活 的一种方式。琦琦也说，在老年大学上学的这段经 历，会是她人生一段奇妙的旅程。利用赋闲在家的 时间，和一群年龄差别很大、但是有着共同爱好的 同学在一起，课上谈书论画，课后聊聊人生，这种 感觉实在太好了。与年少读书时相比，最大的不同 就是，那时候是不可选择的，现在的课程、同学都 是可以自己选择的，是有共同爱好的志同道合的朋 友，学习起来格外的开心和轻松。

大厂： 宅： 茶点：

[1] Refers to all major Internet companies.

[2] Describes a person who likes to stay at home and doesn't like to go out.

[3] snacks to eat with tea.

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作者：暖暖

VOCAB! 特殊

期待

tè shū

qī dài

special / particular / unusual

to look forward to / to await /

退休

expectation

开朗

tuì xiū to retire

kāi lǎng

动力

spacious and well-lit / open and clear

motive power / force / (fig.) motivation

xiǎng shòu

享受

dòng lì

费用

to enjoy / to live it up

cost / expenditure

jiān zhí

兼职

fèi yòng

体验

to hold concurrent posts / concurrent

to experience for oneself

奇妙

tǐ yàn

job

压力

qí miào

yā lì

fantastic / wonderful

人生

pressure

课程

rén shēng

kè chéng

life (one's time on earth)

志同道合

course / academic program

样式

zhì tóng dào hé

yàng shì

like-minded (idiom) / fellow

type / style

enthusiast / kindred spirit

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r e m m a gr ew br

语法1：adjectives+起来

我们把形容词放在“起来”之前，表示这些形容词的程度开始增加。 We put certain adjectives before “ 起来 ” to describe the beginning of an increase in such adjectives.

起来

Structure: adjectives+

： 天气热起来了！ Examples

The weather is getting hotter!

听了妈妈的安慰后，弟弟开心起来了。

After listening to his mother's comfort, the younger brother became happy.

语法2：格外 + (的) + adjectives/ Psychological Verbs 格外”是一个副词，意思是“特别”或“尤其”，我们把“格外”放在形容词或者动词前。 “格外” is an adverb that has the same meaning as "especially" or "particularly" in English, We put “格外” before adjectives or verbs. “

Structure:

格外 + (的) + adjectives/ Psychological Verbs

： 昨天下雪了，今天格外的冷。 Examples

It snowed yesterday and it's extremely cold today.

听着这首歌，我格外想家。

Listening to this song, I feel particularly homesick.

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TEACHER’S NOTE

宅”是指一个人喜欢长时间呆在家里不出门，没有社交。“宅”可以用作形容词，比如“我是一 个非常宅的人。”；也可以用作动词，如“周末我喜欢宅在家。”比较“宅”的人通常可以在家里 呆很多天，玩电脑、刷手机、看电视、读书等等。周末的时候，你喜欢宅家还是出门去玩？ “

宅 " refers to a person who likes to stay at home for a long time without going out or socializing. " 宅 " can be used as an adjective, such as " 我是一个非常宅的人。 (I am a very homely person. )"; it can also be used as a verb, such as "周末我喜欢宅在家。(I like to stay at home on weekends.)" People who are more " 宅 " can usually stay at home for many days, "

playing the Computer, browsing mobile phones, watching TV, reading, etc. On weekends, do you prefer to stay at home or go out to play?

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LIFE & SCIENCE

WHAT TO DO IF YOU ENCOUNTER AN AVALANCHE? Winter is here, and you know what that means – time for some exhilarating skiing adventures! Now, imagine the thrill of speeding down the slopes, surrounded by pristine snow. But, let's talk about something crucial – what to do if you ever find yourself facing an avalanche. Winter sports are thrilling, but safety comes first!

This story unveils the adrenaline-packed scenario of what to do when faced with an avalanche. Picture yourself on the mountainside, the snow rumbling behind you, and the urgency to make the right moves. From running uphill to strategic maneuvers, it's a guide to navigate the dangers of winter sports.

Will you escape unscathed, or will you find yourself in a chilling situation, buried under the snow? The twists and turns in this narrative will keep you on the edge of your seat. So, before you hit the slopes, join me in uncovering the secrets of survival in the face of an avalanche.

Editor:Alison

Intermediate level Min 6

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LIFE & SCIENCE

冬天到了，大家都喜欢去滑雪。如果滑雪时有雪崩，你想到的第一 件事可能就是：跑。 雪崩是非常危险的。如果雪埋住你，还怎么跑？这时，我们要怎么 办呢？ Q1

Q2

快跑 ！雪 崩来 了！

一，如果雪没有埋住你，应该怎么办？ 1. 向山上跑。遇到雪崩当然要向山上跑，向高的地方跑，不要向山 下跑。如果向山下跑，雪崩的速度一定比你快，这个时候你就有危 险了！ 2. 向旁边跑。雪崩来的时候，无论雪崩是在你的上边还是下边，你 要很快地向你的旁边跑。这样雪就不会把你埋住。 3. 丢掉不要的东西。为了让我们可以跑得更快，我们带的比较大 的、或者没有那么重要的东西就要丢掉，这样我们就可以更快地 跑。但是不要丢掉求生设备，像无线电收发机、雪铲等。 4. 努力活下来。如果没地方可以跑，就抓住一块石头或抓住大树， 让自己活下来。如果是小的雪崩，等雪崩没有了，就容易跑出去 了。 5. 保持游泳的姿势。雪把你埋住了，你会很快地下沉。在雪埋住你 时，自己保持游泳的姿势，就可以防止下沉，然后找机会跑出去。

：当 ：雪 雪埋 崩来 住你 的时 时， 候， 为什 要往 么不 哪边 要跑 挣扎 ，为 ？ 什么 ？

二，如果雪埋住你了，应该怎么自救？ 1.看方向。人埋在雪里就容易没有了方向，你可以用一点口水，看它 怎么流，你就知道哪里是下。 2.在雪上伸出一只手。如果雪埋住你，没办法自救，那就努力把一只 手伸在雪上，可以让救援的人找到你。 3.一定要保持呼吸。你在等救援的人来时，雪埋住你了，还可以在脸 上挖一个洞，让自己一定要有呼吸。 4.一定要有精力。如果没办法自救，也不要挣扎，挣扎只会消耗更多 的精力。如果你听到旁边有人，可以大声叫；如果旁边的人听不 到，就不要消耗精力。 5.要有好的心态。在遇到雪崩时，如果只有你自己，也要相信救援的 人一定会发现你，千万不要放弃。 不过，我还是希望大家滑雪的时候都不会遇到雪崩。 作者：陶宝 TMM | 29

VOCAB!

危险

wēi xiǎn danger / dangerous

速度

sù dù speed / rate / velocity

无论

wú lùn no matter what or how

一定

yī dìng surely / certainly / necessarily

丢

diū to lose / to put aside

比较

bǐ jiào to compare

重要

zhòng yào important / significant

容易

róng yì easy; straightforward

机会

jī huì opportunity / chance

千万

qiān wàn one must by all means/ must

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r e m m a gr ew br 语法：“还是”和“或者” 中文中可以用“还是”和“或者”表示选择。通常，“还是”用在疑问句中。有的句子包含疑问形式 的小句，小句中要用“还是”。“或者”用在陈述句中。 Both “还是” and “或者” are used to indicate choices. “还是” is used in interrogative Sentences. For sentences with an interrogative clause, we should use “ 还是 ” in the clause. “或者” is used in declarative sentences. 还是…”、“或者…”

Structure: “

： 他喝咖啡或者喝茶都可以。 Examples

He can drink coffee or tea.

我不知道今天是星期一还是星期二。

I don't know if today is Monday or Tuesday.

TEACHER’S NOTE

这篇文章详细介绍了滑雪时如果遇到雪崩，我们根据不同情况应该怎么做。首先是如果雪没 有埋住我们，我们应该如何自救；其次介绍了如果雪埋住我们了，我们怎么自救。 This article introduces some skills in detail of what we should do based on different situations while skiing. The first is how we should save ourselves if the snow does not bury us; the second is how we can save ourselves if the snow buries us.

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ASIAN CULTURE

WHY DO CHINESE PEOPLE LIKE TO BUY HOUSES BASED ON FENG SHUI? In China, the connection between a house's Feng Shui and its desirability goes beyond aesthetics.

From tranquil landscapes to well-lit interiors and square-shaped layouts, each aspect is believed to impact the residents' well-being and fortune.

Whether you're a house hunter or simply interested in cultural practices, understanding the role of Feng Shui in Chinese real estate adds a captivating layer to the rich tapestry of traditions.

The practice of considering Feng Shui when buying a house, it's not just about the price tag; for many Chinese, the belief is that good Feng Shui brings prosperity, health, and happiness. So, when purchasing a house, factors like scenic surroundings, ample natural light, and a square layout play a crucial role. These elements are thought to contribute to a positive living

INTERMEDIATE LEVEL MIN 6

environment and even influence personal character. If you're curious about how cultural beliefs shape the housing market, join me as we explore the significance of Feng Shui in Chinese homebuying decisions.

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ASIAN CULTURE

什么！ 买房子还要看风水

：风水好的房子有什么特点？ Q2：中国人买房子为什么会考虑“风水”呢？ Q1

中国人买房子不仅会考虑房子多少钱，还会考虑房子的风水。中国人买房子为什么会考虑“风水”呢？什么是好 的“风水”呢？让我来告诉你吧！ 在中国人看来，如果一个地方的“风水”好，那么在这个地方生活就会对人有好处。住在“风水”好的地方，可以帮助 人们发财、保持健康，人们生活地会非常开心。看到这里，你应该知道为什么中国人买房子会考虑“风水”了吧。那 么，如何看一个地方的“风水”好不好呢？其实，“风水”好的地方都有下面几个特点： 房子周围的风景好 如果你买的房子周围的风景很好的话，那么这些地方一般都是比较安静，而且空气好的，住在这样的地方，可以 让人感觉到更开心和放松。 1.

采光好的房子 可能很多人在买房子的时候都会问：“房子的采光怎么样？”房子的风水和房子的采光是有很大的关系的。一般来 说，采光好的房子风水一定好，好的采光可以让房子里面有更多的阳光。阳光可以让人们身体健康，也会让住在 里面的人更开心。 2.

房子是方正的 中国人有一句话叫做：“做人要方正”，意思就是做人要正直。中国人认为人和自己住的房子是有关系的。如果你住 的房子是方方正正的，慢慢地，你也会变成一个更加正直的人。同时，方正的房子也会给人一种更安全的感觉。 3.

如果你来中国，可以去看一看北京一些比较古老的房子，这些房子不仅很漂亮，而且一般这些房子所在地方的风 水都是很好的哦！ 作者：春夏

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VOCAB! 考虑 kǎo lǜ to think over / to consider / consideration

健康

jiàn kāng health / healthy

特点

tè diǎn characteristic (feature) / trait / feature

周围

zhōu wéi surroundings / environment

风景

fēng jǐng scenery; landscape

空气

kōng qì air / atmosphere

阳光

yáng guāng sunshine

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ān quán safe; secure / safety; security TMM | 34

r e m m a gr ew br 语法：不仅……还/而且…… 不仅”是一个连词，用在第一个分句里，第二个分句里常用“还/而且”引出，表示除第一个分句的意思 外，还有更进一层的意思。当两个分句的主语相同时， “不仅”在主语后；当主语不同时， “不仅”在主语 前。 " 不仅 " is a conjunction, used in the first clause, and the second clause is often followed by " 还 / 而且 ", “

indicating that in addition to the meaning of the first clause, there is a further meaning. When the subjects of the two clauses are the same, "

不仅" goes before the subject.

different, " Structure:

不仅 " comes after the subject; when the subjects are

不仅……还/而且……

： 王明不仅学习成绩好，而且性格也不错。 Examples

Wang Ming not only has good academic performance, but also has a good personality.

不仅宋佳会做麻婆豆腐，我也会做。

Not only does Song Jia know how to make Mapo Tofu, but I can also make it.

TEACHER’S NOTE

风水”是一门关于如何为住宅选址和布置物品的古老中国艺术，目的是与环境实现和谐、平衡，为家庭 带来好运与繁荣。这篇文章先是解释了为什么中国人买房子会考虑“风水”，紧接着介绍了“风水”好的房 子都有的三方面特点，最后举例指出北京一些比较古老的房子风水都是很好的。 “

“Feng shui ”is the ancient Chinese art of locating and arranging items in a home to achieve harmony and balance in the environment, and to bring good luck and prosperity to the families. This article first explains why Chinese people consider "Feng Shui" when buying a house, and then introduces the three characteristics of a house with good "Feng Shui". Finally, it gives one example and points out that some older houses in Beijing have good Feng Shui.

： Song Jiaxing

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LIFE & SCIENCE

What to do When You Have a Nosebleed?

流鼻血了，不要慌！

Intermediate level Min 5

Ever had one of those surprising nosebleed moments? I know I have, and let me tell you, knowing what to do in that split second is crucial. I won't spill all the details here, but picture this: misguided attempts like tilting your head back or stuffing tissues in your nose might make things worse. But fear not! There are some nifty tricks, like the pinch-andbreathe move or the cool compress technique, that can turn the tide. And if you're curious about the causes and want to explore more effective solutions, this story's got your back.

Editor:Alison

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LIFE & SCIENCE

：流鼻血的时候为什么不可以塞纸？ Q2：我们为什么会流鼻血？ Q1

很多人应该都遇到过这种事情：突然流鼻血。在这个时候，我 们应该怎么做呢？先让我们看看大家经常用的一些错误的办 法： 仰头。流鼻血的时候，很多人都会先仰头，以为这样做可以不 流鼻血了。但是这样做容易让鼻血流到嘴巴、气管等地方，会 让你更不舒服，还有可能会让你呼吸困难。 塞纸。流鼻血的时候，用纸巾塞住鼻子也是不对的。因为这样 会二次伤害到鼻子，而且纸巾上有不干净的东西，可能会让鼻 子被感染。 举手。很多人会在流鼻血的时候把手举起来，认为这样是有用 的。其实，这个办法是没有什么帮助的。 这些不对的办法，过去你有没有用过呢？那么，这个时候我们 应该怎么做才对呢？ 1. 捏鼻子。如果鼻血比较少，这样做就可以了：用手捏住鼻子 的两边，然后张开嘴呼吸，这样做三到五分钟，鼻子就不流血 了！ 2.冷敷。可以把冰块放在额头或者脖子上。如果没有冰块，其他 像冰一样冷的东西也可以。 3.找医生。如果鼻血流的很多或者经常流鼻血，最好去医院找医 生看一看，可能是因为其他疾病引起的。 流鼻血的原因很多，可能是季节的变化，也可能是吃的蔬菜和 水果太少，当然也有可能是身体的其他原因。 希望大家多多注意身体，多喝水、多吃蔬菜和水果、多运动， 这样才会有健康的身体。 作者：不辞盈 TMM | 37

VOCAB!

突然

tū rán sudden

应该

yīng gāi ought to / should / must

困难

kùn nan difficult / challenging

干净

gān jìng clean

或者

huò zhě or / possibly; maybe; perhaps

季节 jì jié

time / season

当然

dāng rán only natural / as it should be / certainly / of course

其他

qí tā other / (sth or sb) else / the rest

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r e m m a gr ew br

语法：“了”

把语气助词“了”放在陈述句句尾，表示情况有了变化，或出现了新的情况。 Putting the modal particle “了” at the end of a declarative sentence indicates a change in the situation or the occurrence of a new situation.

了

Structure: declarative sentence+

： 春节之后我胖了！ Examples

I gained weight after the Spring Festival!

我开始学习西语了。

I started learning Spanish.

TEACHER’S NOTE

这篇文章分别介绍了止鼻血的错误方法和正确方法，仰头、塞纸、举手都是不对的方法，可 能会让我们更不舒服；捏鼻子、冷敷、找医生都是有用的方法。你学会了吗？希望我们都能 健健康康的哦！ This article introduces the wrong and correct ways to stop nosebleeds. Looking up, stuffing paper, and raising hands are all incorrect methods, which may make us more uncomfortable; pinching the nose, applying cold compresses, and seeing a doctor are all useful methods.

Have you learned it? I hope we can all stay healthy!

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Editor Song Jiaxing TMM | 39

TEACHER'S NOTE

The end ...

This issue of the magazine contains 7 intermediate articles and 1 advanced article. You can start reading in order from intermediate to advanced, or read the intermediate articles intensively and read the advanced articles extensively. Of course, you can also start with articles on your favorite topics. I hope that after reading the articles in this issue, you will understand the romantic story of Liang Shanbo and Zhu Yingtai; understand why Chinese people need to look at Feng Shui when buying a house, and master how to choose a house with "good Feng Shui"; if you like to eat Chinese food, you will learn how to make simple and nutritious Chirashizushi, and understand how to make chestnuts roasted in sand with brown sugar and the nutrition of that, but we can’t eat too much at one time. If we eat too many chestnuts roasted in sand with brown sugar, our bodies will feel uncomfortable!

You will definitely be interested in the lifestyle of young people in China today. We like to buy things on our mobile phones, which is called " live-streaming shopping " because this shopping method is very convenient and we can buy what we want while staying at home. Nowadays, young people also like to go to senior universities to study and develop their own interests and hobbies, because the cost of senior universities is relatively low and the courses are rich in variety.

Through this issue of the magazine, you will also learn some life tips, such as what methods are useful to stop nosebleeding and what methods are wrong; If you encounter an avalanche while skiing, how can you save yourself based on whether the snow has buried you. Of course, I hope we all stay healthy and safe, don’t get sick, and don’t get caught in an avalanche.

Editor: Song Jiaxing TMM | 41

icebox / freezer cabinet / refrigerator

chéng gōng

success / to succeed

cōng ming

intelligent / clever / bright / smart

dàn gāo

cake

dāng rán

only natural / as it should be / certainly / of course

dòng lì

motive power / force / (fig.) motivation

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方便

fāng biàn

convenient / suitable / to facilitate / to make things easy / having money to spare / (euphemism) to relieve oneself

fèi yòng

cost / expenditure

fēng jǐng

scenery; landscape

gān jìng

clean

gēn jù

according to / based on

guān xīn

to be concerned about / to care about

guò qù

(in the) past / former / previous

hài pà

to be afraid / to be scared

huò zhě

or / possibly; maybe; perhaps

jī huì

opportunity / chance

jì jié

time / season

jià gé

price

jiān zhí

to hold concurrent posts / concurrent job

jiǎn dān

simple / not complicated

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费用 风景 干净 根据 关心 过去 害怕 或者 机会 季节 价格 兼职 简单

ān quán

safe; secure / safety; security

bàn fǎ

means / method / way (of doing sth)

bǐ jiào

to compare

bì xū

to have to / must

diū

to lose / to put aside

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Glossary

bīng xiāng

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安全 办法 比较 必须 冰箱 成功 聪明 蛋糕 当然 丢 动力

1

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健康 结婚 开朗

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考虑 课程 空气 困难 浪漫 难过 盘子 期待 其他 奇妙 千万 热情 人生 容易 舒服 速度

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随便

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特点 特殊 提供 体验 同意

jiàn kāng

health / healthy

jié hūn

to marry / to get married

kāi lǎng

spacious and well-lit / open and clear

kǎo lǜ

to think over / to consider / consideration

kè chéng

course / academic program

kōng qì

air / atmosphere

kùn nan

difficult / challenging

làng màn

romantic

nán guò

to feel sad / to feel unwell / (of life) to be difficult

pán zi

tray / plate / dish

qī dài

to look forward to / to await / expectation

qí tā

other / (sth or sb) else / the rest

qí miào

fantastic / wonderful

qiān wàn

one must by all means/ must

rè qíng

cordial / enthusiastic / passion / passionate / passionately

rén shēng

life (one's time on earth)

róng yì

easy; straightforward

shū fu

comfortable / feeling well

sù dù

speed / rate / velocity

suí biàn

as one wishes / as one pleases / at random / negligent / casual / wanton

tè diǎn

characteristic (feature) / trait / feature

tè shū

special / particular / unusual

tí gōng

to offer / to supply / to provide

tǐ yàn

to experience for oneself

tóng yì

to agree

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Glossary

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69

着急

zháo jí

to worry; to feel anxious / to feel a sense of urgency; to be in a hurry

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知识

zhī shi

knowledge

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志同道合

zhì tóng dào hé

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质量 中间 重要 周围 赚

tū rán

sudden

tuì xiū

to retire

wēi xiǎn

danger / dangerous

wēn dù

temperature

wén huà

culture / civilization / cultural

wú lùn

no matter what or how

xiǎng shòu

to enjoy / to live it up

xīn xiān

fresh (experience, food etc) / freshness

xū yào

to need / to want

xuǎn zé

to select / to pick / choice

yā lì

pressure

yáng guāng

sunshine

yàng shì

type / style

yī dìng

surely / certainly / necessarily

yīng gāi

ought to / should / must

yǐng xiǎng

influence / effect / to influence

yǒng gǎn

brave / courageous

yǒu qù

interesting / fascinating / amusing

like-minded (idiom) / fellow enthusiast / kindred spirit

zhì liàng

quality / (physics) mass

zhōng jiān

between / intermediate / mid / middle

zhòng yào

important / significant

zhōu wéi

surroundings / environment

zhuàn

to earn / to make a profit

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Glossary

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突然 退休 危险 温度 文化 无论 享受 新鲜 需要 选择 压力 阳光 样式 一定 应该 影响 勇敢 有趣

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