Virtual Chinese tutors

We started helping people to learn and practice speaking a second language over the internet back in 2006 and we're rated as excellent on Trustpilot. All our tutors are reviewed and approved by us and our standards are high so you'll see that all our teachers are passionate professional language instructors with years of experience in helping people to improve their Chinese conversational skills over the internet. Our tutors can provide virtual Chinese lessons for adults and children and each class can be customized to your level of fluency and language goals.

Whatever your goal we have some amazing Chinese tutors here to help. We've also a friendly customer service team on hand to help with any queries and guarantee an extra trial lesson if you're not completely happy with your Chinese teacher after your first lesson.

Web based Chinese tuition can help you quickly improve all the core skills - listening, writing, reading, speaking, pronunciation, grammar and vocabulary. You can also customize your lessons to focus on goals such as vocabulary building, pronunciation practice, business Chinese, conversational skills, accent reduction or passing official Chinese proficiency tests.

1-to-1 web based lessons can help you improve core language skills in several ways.

1. Our teachers can provide personalized lessons tailored to your study style and goals.
2. Get rapid feedback and correction on pronunciation, grammar, and vocabulary, improving your conversational skills.
3. Learn more than just the language. Our tutors can introduce you to cultural nuances and help you to understand the context behind words and phrases.
4. Our virtual Chinese tutors have years of experience and can recommend the best resources, such as books, podcasts, radio channels and movies to help you practice and improve your fluency outside of class.

Overall, Chinese classes over the internet can really give your fluency and confidence a boost and help you to achieve your goals more efficiently and effectively.

One of the most significant challenges learners face when studying Chinese is grappling with its complex writing system and tonal pronunciation. Chinese characters, which number in the thousands, require extensive memorization and practice, as each character represents a syllable and a meaning rather than a phonetic sound. Additionally, Mandarin Chinese is a tonal language with four primary tones, where the pitch contour of a word can drastically change its meaning. Mastering these tones and distinguishing between them is crucial yet challenging for learners. The language also features a variety of sounds not commonly found in many other languages, adding another layer of difficulty to accurate pronunciation. Together, these elements make learning Chinese a demanding but enriching experience.

According to the Foreign Service Institute (FSI), Chinese is categorized as a Category IV language, indicating it is one of the most difficult languages for English speakers to learn, typically requiring around 2200 hours of study to reach proficiency. The European CEFR guidelines also highlight the complexities involved in mastering Chinese, with a structured path from A1 (beginner) to C2 (proficient). The unique tonal nature of Chinese, combined with its logographic writing system, makes it particularly challenging for learners from non-tonal language backgrounds.

At Verbalplanet, we understand these challenges and offer connections to native online Chinese tutors who can significantly streamline the journey to fluency. A native tutor provides invaluable insights into pronunciation, tone usage, and the cultural context behind vocabulary, making learning more effective and enjoyable. Engaging in Chinese lessons with a native speaker ensures that learners receive personalized feedback and tailored instruction, which are crucial for overcoming the inherent difficulties of the language and achieving fluency.

Our teachers can use all popular video conferencing platforms such as Zoom, Skype or Microsoft Teams so you just need to choose your preferred communication channel when you book. Web based Chinese classes provide a great way for students to engage in live conversation with native speakers and are virtually the same as taking an in person class. During each session, you will have the opportunity to interact with your tutor in real-time, practice your speaking, and receive immediate feedback and guidance.

You will also have access to our bank of resources to enhance your progress between classes.