Who This Course Is For
This course is suitable if you:
- Live, work, or socialise in Singapore, commonly using Mandarin in informal social settings
- Want to take part in Mandarin-speaking social spaces without feeling excluded or awkward
- Have little to basic Mandarin and want to use it naturally in relaxed situations
- Are looking to feel more comfortable joining conversations rather than learning formal or structured language
What You’ll Learn
By the end of the course, you will be able to:
- Greet people naturally in casual social settings
- Introduce yourself and make small talk
- Order food and drinks
- Join simple group conversations
- Handle basic misunderstandstandings without immediately switching to English
Typical Situations Covered
The course focuses on situations such as:
- Meeting people for the first time
- Socialising with friends and acquaintances
- Ordering at restaurants and casual eateries
- Talking about plans, time, and weather
- Navigating a night out comfortably in Mandarin
Course Structure & Delivery
Small-group classes encourage participation and regular speaking practice.
- 15 sessions × 1.5 hours each
- Small groups of 3–6 learners
- Live, instructor-led lessons
- Interactive exercises and guided conversations
Entry Level
This course is suitable for beginners (A1–A2 level) or learners with limited prior exposure.A short assessment may be conducted to confirm the appropriate starting point.
Assessment & Certification
Learners who wish to assess progress may request a short practical assessment at the end of the course.Certification may be issued based on attendance and demonstrated communication ability.
Outcomes & Next Steps
By the end of the course, learners typically:
- Feel more confident participating in social settings
- Join conversations more naturally
- Rely less on English during informal interactions
Learners looking to progress further can continue to our
Mandarin Foundation course.
Terms and Conditions
- In the case of only two learners enrolling, the course will be moved to a semi-private format of 15 hours.
- Cancellations or reschedule requests must be emailed to: support@lingua-learn.sg
- To cancel or reschedule a class, kindly provide at least 24 hours’ notice.
- Cancellations made with less than 24 hours’ notice will be counted as attended, and no rescheduling or refund will be offered.