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139 Verbs in Chinese || A Complete Guide & FREE Quiz

A Complete Guide to 139 Verbs in Mandarin Chinese // Travel, Dining, Social Situations and More! So you want to learn all the verbs in…

How Long Does It Take To Learn Chinese?

How Long Does It Take To Learn Chinese? We ask the big question on the amount of time to learn Chinese. See the real numbers…

Celebrate the 2024 Chinese New Year in Singapore

How to Celebrate Chinese New Year Singapore-Style in 2024 🧧🐉 On Saturday 10 February, Chinese communities around the world will be celebrating Lunar New Year. Monday,…

23 Weird Chinese Foods || Organs, Insects, Claws & A Whole Lot More

Planning a trip to China? Here are 23 weird Chinese food terms you should learn to enjoy a surprise-free culinary experience!

The Essential Guide to Singapore Chinatown

Singapore Chinatown. A Simple Guide on Things to Do, Food Places and Restaurants and a Brief History Lesson on Singapore’s Chinatown and Chinese Population

Singapore vs Hong Kong // The Ultimate 2024 Debate

Singapore vs Hong Kong || The Battle of Two Tiger Cities Singapore vs Hong Kong, which is better? The answer to this has been debated…

Breakthrough Learning Chinese for Beginners 7 Powerful Tips and Tricks

Learning Chinese for Beginners! 7 PROVEN ways to get started with learning Chinese. Everything we wish we knew before we started learning Chinese!

Simu Liu || When Shang-Chi Becomes Ken in Barbie Movie!

Simu Liu’s Top 5 Movies and TV Shows “Hi Barbie” “Hi Ken” These must be the lines you have heard in the last week more…

Days, Months & Seasons in Chinese | A Super Simple Guide

Knowing the days, months and seasons in Chinese can be vital to helping you communicate and understand where and when you need to be somewhere.

Zodiac Signs in Chinese ♈

A Simple Guide to Zodiac Signs in Chinese So you want to talk about zodiac signs in Chinese? No, not Chinese zodiacs but the western…

HOW TO Learn Chinese OUTSIDE Of China || 8 Steps to Success

It is possible to practice Chinese outside of China - but how? Follow our 8 step guide and you'll be soaring to new heights with…

Chess in Chinese ♟️ A Practical Guide

Want to play Chess in Chinese? Learn all the pieces, moves and more! BONUS: Discover the differences between Chess and Chinese chess.

11 Singapore Podcasts To Keep You Entertained

Singapore Podcasts - 11 Remarkable Singapore Podcasts to keep you entertained, stay informed and give insights into the island of Singapore.

The Truth About the Singapore Hungry Ghost Festival

Singapore Hungry Ghost Festival | UNLOCK all the secrets behind Singapore's Hungry Ghost Festival with its history, customs, dos and don'ts

The Truth About Singapore History

Singapore History 101 Welcome to the LTL guide to the history of Singapore. Learning about Singapore history is an enjoyable thing to do, especially while…

Colossal Guide to Singapore Money

Things to Know about Singapore Money Want to know everything there is to know about Singapore Money? Well, you’ve come to the right place! This…

Secrets of the Singapore Sling

Raffles Hotel Singapore Sling & Recipe The Singapore Sling is arguably the most famous cocktail in Singapore. Many tourists head to the Long Bar above…

Singapore Language // The Simple Guide to the Languages of Singapore

Singapore Language Simplified | A Complete Guide To understand Singapore language it is important to understand the history, geography and politics that have contributed to…

5 Must-Visit Chinese Bookstores in Singapore PLUS Book Vocabulary

The Very Best Book Shops in Singapore & Book Genres in Chinese 📖 Whether you are beginner-level or you have been a long-time student, reading…

A Complete Guide to Living in Singapore (for 2024)

We're here to shed some light on everything there is to know about living in Singapore. Food, friends, culture, sightseeing, shopping and more.

Moving to Singapore || 11 Important Things to Know (in 2024)

Moving to Singapore is a big decision, but the experience can be unforgettable. Check out our comprehensive guide for moving to Singapore.

Singapore Public Holidays || The Complete Guide for 2025 and 2026

You will find in this article the complete list of the 2023 & 2024 Public Holidays in Singapore. Write them down or come back to…

Things to do in Singapore // What To Do & Where To Go

Singapore is a breathtaking city with some incredible sights, food, culture and language to immerse yourself into. Discover where to go and what to do.

Weather in Singapore || Too Hot To Handle or Sunny Paradise?

Have you ever seen someone in Singapore wrapped up in a big coat? Probably not! The weather in Singapore is hot, humid and shaped by…

Two Weeks in Singapore // My Thoughts & Progress So Far

Amit has spent two weeks in Singapore studying with LTL. He talks about his progress so far and shares what it's like to live with…

Learning Chinese Whilst Working Full Time // A Q&A Session

Something many people ask us at LTL is how can I learn Chinese whilst working? Today our student John reveals the secrets to his success.

Chinese Classes in Singapore // Michael's Experience

Discover what it's like to take Chinese classes in Singapore as Michael shares his story. He is currently studying with LTL and having a blast!