Description
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.
