中国的语言与文字 - Chinese Language and Characters [HSK 3]

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小刚 and 小美 discuss the origin of Chinese characters and the features of modern Chinese.

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小刚: 小美, Chinese characters are very interesting. Do you know how they originated?
小美: Hmm, I heard that Chinese characters have existed for a long time. The earliest ones were oracle bone inscriptions.
小刚: That's right. Oracle bone script was carved on bones by ancient people—it's very old.
小美: Later, Chinese characters gradually changed, from seal script to clerical script, and then to simplified characters.
小刚: Yes, even though the shapes changed, many characters still keep their original meanings.
小美: Some Chinese characters are really interesting. For example, '山' looks just like a mountain.
小刚: Exactly! Chinese characters have many different components, and sometimes you can guess their meanings.
小美: So, what are the features of modern Chinese?
小刚: Modern Chinese has four tones. If the tone changes, the meaning changes too.
小美: Yes, learning Chinese characters takes time, but it's really fun!

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中国的语言与文字 - Chinese Language and Characters [HSK 3]

Chinese Short Dialogue | 听中文会话 | 中国語会話を聴く

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小刚 and 小美 discuss the origin of Chinese characters and the features of modern Chinese.

Download the app here:

Available in 8 languages on the app:

《English Translation》

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#Podcasting Education #Chinese Short Dialogue #Chinese #Mandarin #Listening #Hsk #Learn #Study #News #Culture

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取消高考真的合理吗？ - Is Cancelling the Gaokao Really Reasonable? [HSK 6] 1:47

3 hours ago1:47

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A proposal by a CPPCC member to cancel the Gaokao has sparked discussions on educational fairness and talent selection. Download the app here: Chinese Short Dialogue | Website Chinese Short Dialogue | App Store Chinese Short Dialogue | Google Play Available in 8 languages on the app: Learn Chinese | 중국어 배우기 | 中国語を学ぶ | Изучать китайский язык | Học tiếng Trung | Belajar bahasa Mandarin | Aprender chino | تعلم اللغة الصينية 《English Translation》陈花: Honey, did you see the news? A CPPCC member proposed canceling the Gaokao and allowing everyone to go to university directly! 黄刚: Yes, I saw it. His reasoning is that the Gaokao creates too much pressure, affecting students' development. Plus, university enrollment rates are already high, so why not let everyone go to university? 陈花: It sounds good. Students wouldn’t have to cram for extra classes or worry about a single exam affecting their entire future. 黄刚: But the problem is, without the Gaokao, how would universities select students? If they switch to a comprehensive evaluation, urban students would have an advantage over rural students, which could worsen the inequality in education resources. 陈花: That’s true. Also, he suggested shortening primary, middle, and high school education to a total of nine years so students can enter university earlier. Is that really feasible? 黄刚: That would mean students have to complete all fundamental knowledge in a much shorter time, especially in science subjects. The learning pressure might actually increase. 陈花: Another issue is, if everyone can go to university, wouldn’t the quality of higher education decline? University degrees might lose their value, and job competition could become even tougher. 黄刚: Exactly, this relates to the issue of 'degree inflation.' While the Gaokao has its flaws, it is still a relatively fair selection system. Completely canceling it might create new problems. 陈花: It seems like this proposal has some idealistic aspects, but implementing it in reality would be quite challenging. 黄刚: That's right. Education reform shouldn't be one-size-fits-all; we need to find a balance between fairness and efficiency.…

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怎么保持健康？ - How to Stay Healthy? [HSK 3] 0:53

1 day ago0:53

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Liu Na and Yuko talk about how to stay healthy. Yuko shares her habit of playing tennis and asks Liu Na for other health tips. Download the app here: Chinese Short Dialogue | Website Chinese Short Dialogue | App Store Chinese Short Dialogue | Google Play Available in 8 languages on the app: Learn Chinese | 중국어 배우기 | 中国語を学ぶ | Изучать китайский язык | Học tiếng Trung | Belajar bahasa Mandarin | Aprender chino | تعلم اللغة الصينية 《English Translation》刘娜: Yuko, how do you usually stay healthy? 优子: I often play tennis. It helps me stay fit. 刘娜: Playing tennis is great! How often do you play? 优子: Two or three times a week, about an hour each time. 刘娜: Nice! Besides exercise, do you pay attention to your diet? 优子: Yes, I try to eat healthy food, especially vegetables and fruits. 刘娜: Very good! You can try drinking goji berry tea. It's also good for your health. 优子: Sounds nice. I’ll give it a try next time!…

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养老金上涨真是好消息吗？ - Is Pension Increase Really Good News? [HSK 6] 1:23

2 days ago1:23

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陈智高 and 王明月 discuss the significance of pension increases and analyze the real challenges behind them. Download the app here: Chinese Short Dialogue | Website Chinese Short Dialogue | App Store Chinese Short Dialogue | Google Play Available in 8 languages on the app: Learn Chinese | 중국어 배우기 | 中国語を学ぶ | Изучать китайский язык | Học tiếng Trung | Belajar bahasa Mandarin | Aprender chino | تعلم اللغة الصينية 《English Translation》王明月: Master, the Ministry of Finance said pensions increased by 3% last year and will continue to be adjusted next year. That’s good news, right? 陈智高: Of course, when pensions increase, elderly people have a more comfortable life. But have you thought about where the money comes from? 王明月: Hmm… It comes from the social security contributions of younger workers, right? 陈智高: Yes. The problem is that as the population ages, more people are retiring while fewer people are paying into the system, which puts pressure on the pension fund. 王明月: No wonder the government is pushing for delayed retirement, so people contribute for more years and withdraw for fewer years. 陈智高: Exactly. Pensions are not just a welfare policy but a balancing tool for society. They need to ensure a good life for the elderly without overburdening the younger generation. 王明月: Is a 3% increase considered a lot? 陈智高: Compared to previous years' increases of 5% and 4.5%, it’s less. But the key is stability—raising pensions irresponsibly could strain public finances. 王明月: So, a pension increase sounds like good news, but making it sustainable is quite a challenge. 陈智高: That’s right. The pension issue can't be solved just by increasing payouts. We also need to improve the system, encourage personal pension savings, and develop the elderly care industry, so seniors not only 'have money to spend' but also 'live well.'…

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送礼的禁忌 - Gift-Giving Taboos [HSK 4] 0:56

3 days ago0:56

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Teacher Liu explains to David the taboos to be aware of when giving gifts in China. Download the app here: Chinese Short Dialogue | Website Chinese Short Dialogue | App Store Chinese Short Dialogue | Google Play Available in 8 languages on the app: Learn Chinese | 중국어 배우기 | 中国語を学ぶ | Изучать китайский язык | Học tiếng Trung | Belajar bahasa Mandarin | Aprender chino | تعلم اللغة الصينية 《English Translation》大卫: I want to give a gift to my Chinese friend. Do you have any suggestions? 刘娜: Don’t give a clock, because 'giving a clock' sounds like 'attending a funeral' and is considered unlucky. 大卫: What else shouldn't I give? 刘娜: Don’t give an umbrella, because the word sounds like 'separation', which implies parting. 大卫: I see. So what are good gifts to give? 刘娜: Tea, books, or local specialties are all good choices. 大卫: What if it’s for an elder? 刘娜: You can give health products, good tea, or a scarf to show care. 大卫: Got it. Thanks for the advice, Teacher Liu! 刘娜: You're welcome. I hope your friend will like the gift!…

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取消晚自习，真的是减负吗？ - Canceling Evening Self-Study: Is It Really Reducing the Burden? [HSK 5] 1:28

4 days ago1:28

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黄刚 and 陈花 discuss the pros and cons of canceling early morning and evening self-study sessions, as well as issues of educational equity. Download the app here: Chinese Short Dialogue | Website Chinese Short Dialogue | App Store Chinese Short Dialogue | Google Play Available in 8 languages on the app: Learn Chinese | 중국어 배우기 | 中国語を学ぶ | Изучать китайский язык | Học tiếng Trung | Belajar bahasa Mandarin | Aprender chino | تعلم اللغة الصينية 《English Translation》陈花: Did you see the news? Many high schools in cities have canceled early morning and evening self-study sessions, so students can finally get more sleep! 黄刚: Yes, I saw it. But in many smaller towns, schools are still reluctant to cancel them, saying it affects college admission rates. 陈花: That’s true. City kids have more resources—they can easily find tutors or extra classes—but for kids in rural areas, self-study sessions might be their only dedicated study time. 黄刚: Exactly, and some parents are actually against canceling evening self-study because they worry their kids will just end up going to internet cafés or playing games. 陈花: But does forcing students to study longer really improve efficiency? Some research suggests that excessive studying just makes students more exhausted without necessarily improving their grades. 黄刚: That’s the ‘theater effect,’ right? If everyone stands up to see the stage, in the end, everyone is just more tired, but no one can sit down. 陈花: So what’s the solution? Completely canceling it might be unfair to students with weaker academic foundations, but maintaining high-intensity study sessions isn’t good for students’ overall development either. 黄刚: Maybe a tiered approach could work—stronger students could be given the option to study independently, while those who need more help could stay for extra tutoring. That way, it would be truly fair. 陈花: Yes, education reform isn’t just about ‘adding’ or ‘subtracting’—the key is to find a method that works best for each student.…

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你会做中国菜吗？ - Can You Cook Chinese Food? [HSK 3] 0:47

5 days ago0:47

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Liu Na and Yuko talk about cooking. Yuko says she can make some simple Chinese dishes and asks Liu Na for advice. Download the app here: Chinese Short Dialogue | Website Chinese Short Dialogue | App Store Chinese Short Dialogue | Google Play Available in 8 languages on the app: Learn Chinese | 중국어 배우기 | 中国語を学ぶ | Изучать китайский язык | Học tiếng Trung | Belajar bahasa Mandarin | Aprender chino | تعلم اللغة الصينية 《English Translation》刘娜: Yuko, can you cook Chinese food? 优子: A little, like scrambled eggs and stir-fried vegetables. 刘娜: Not bad! Do you think Chinese food is hard to make? 优子: Some dishes are a bit difficult, like braised pork. 刘娜: Braised pork does require some skill. Do you want to learn? 优子: Yes! Can you teach me next time? 刘娜: Of course! Come to my place this weekend, and I'll teach you. 优子: Great! Thank you, Teacher Liu!…

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中国的语言与文字 - Chinese Language and Characters [HSK 3] 0:57

6 days ago0:57

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小刚 and 小美 discuss the origin of Chinese characters and the features of modern Chinese. Download the app here: Chinese Short Dialogue | Website Chinese Short Dialogue | App Store Chinese Short Dialogue | Google Play Available in 8 languages on the app: Learn Chinese | 중국어 배우기 | 中国語を学ぶ | Изучать китайский язык | Học tiếng Trung | Belajar bahasa Mandarin | Aprender chino | تعلم اللغة الصينية 《English Translation》小刚: 小美, Chinese characters are very interesting. Do you know how they originated? 小美: Hmm, I heard that Chinese characters have existed for a long time. The earliest ones were oracle bone inscriptions. 小刚: That's right. Oracle bone script was carved on bones by ancient people—it's very old. 小美: Later, Chinese characters gradually changed, from seal script to clerical script, and then to simplified characters. 小刚: Yes, even though the shapes changed, many characters still keep their original meanings. 小美: Some Chinese characters are really interesting. For example, '山' looks just like a mountain. 小刚: Exactly! Chinese characters have many different components, and sometimes you can guess their meanings. 小美: So, what are the features of modern Chinese? 小刚: Modern Chinese has four tones. If the tone changes, the meaning changes too. 小美: Yes, learning Chinese characters takes time, but it's really fun!…

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AI换脸骗局太可怕！ - AI Deepfake Scams Are Terrifying! [HSK 3] 1:00

7 days ago1:00

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小刚 explains to 小宝 the dangers of AI deepfake scams and discusses how to prevent them. Download the app here: Chinese Short Dialogue | Website Chinese Short Dialogue | App Store Chinese Short Dialogue | Google Play Available in 8 languages on the app: Learn Chinese | 중국어 배우기 | 中国語を学ぶ | Изучать китайский язык | Học tiếng Trung | Belajar bahasa Mandarin | Aprender chino | تعلم اللغة الصينية 《English Translation》小宝: Brother, who is ‘靳东’? Mom just said he scammed someone! 小刚: 靳东 is an actor, but the one scamming people this time is a fake ‘靳东’! Scammers used AI deepfake technology to make a video look real and trick people into giving them money. 小宝: Huh? How do they do that? 小刚: For example, an elderly lady thought ‘靳东’ asked her to lend him 2 million yuan for filming, but it was actually a scammer using AI-generated videos to deceive her. 小宝: Wow, that’s so evil! Did she get scammed? 小刚: Fortunately, the police found out and told her the truth, so she didn’t lend the money. 小宝: Then how can we tell what’s real in the future? 小刚: We need to be careful when checking information and not believe online videos and voices easily, especially if they ask for money! 小宝: Got it! If I ever see strange messages, I’ll definitely ask you first!…

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足球比赛还是打架比赛？ - A Soccer Match or a Fighting Match? [HSK 5] 0:55

8 days ago0:55

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小刚 tells 小宝 about the news of players fighting in a soccer match and being suspended, leading to a discussion on sportsmanship. Download the app here: Chinese Short Dialogue | Website Chinese Short Dialogue | App Store Chinese Short Dialogue | Google Play Available in 8 languages on the app: Learn Chinese | 중국어 배우기 | 中国語を学ぶ | Изучать китайский язык | Học tiếng Trung | Belajar bahasa Mandarin | Aprender chino | تعلم اللغة الصينية 《English Translation》小宝: Brother, isn't soccer played with the feet? How did people end up fighting? 小刚: Yeah, but some players got too emotional and started kicking people instead of the ball. As a result, they were punished by the football association. 小宝: Oh no, can the match still continue then? 小刚: Of course, but the players who fought were suspended. Some of them have to wait 10 matches before they can play again. 小宝: They must regret it a lot, right? 小刚: Probably. Soccer is about teamwork and fair competition, not about throwing punches. 小宝: Exactly! If they want to play soccer, they should focus on kicking the ball, not people. Otherwise, the referee should just give them a 'red card'! 小刚: You're right! On the soccer field, players should compete with their skills, not with their fists!…

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微信支付怎么用？ - How to Use WeChat Pay? [HSK 3] 0:50

9 days ago0:50

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刘娜 introduces WeChat Pay to 优子 and teaches her how to use QR code payments. Download the app here: Chinese Short Dialogue | Website Chinese Short Dialogue | App Store Chinese Short Dialogue | Google Play Available in 8 languages on the app: Learn Chinese | 중국어 배우기 | 中国語を学ぶ | Изучать китайский язык | Học tiếng Trung | Belajar bahasa Mandarin | Aprender chino | تعلم اللغة الصينية 《English Translation》刘娜: 优子, in China, many people use WeChat Pay to buy things. 优子: Yes, I see that supermarkets and restaurants all accept WeChat Pay. 刘娜: That's right! WeChat Pay is very convenient—you don't need to carry cash. 优子: So how do I make a payment? 刘娜: It's very simple. Open WeChat, tap 'Pay', then scan this QR code. 优子: Oh, let me try... Done! Payment successful! 刘娜: Great! Now you don't need to worry about getting change when shopping. 优子: It's really convenient! Thank you for teaching me!…

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离婚冷静期该取消吗？ - Should the Divorce Cooling-off Period Be Abolished? [HSK 6] 1:54

10 days ago1:54

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黄刚 and 陈花 discuss the pros and cons of the divorce cooling-off period and its impact on marital freedom and social stability. Download the app here: Chinese Short Dialogue | Website Chinese Short Dialogue | App Store Chinese Short Dialogue | Google Play Available in 8 languages on the app: Learn Chinese | 중국어 배우기 | 中国語を学ぶ | Изучать китайский язык | Học tiếng Trung | Belajar bahasa Mandarin | Aprender chino | تعلم اللغة الصينية 《English Translation》黄刚: 小花, have you seen the news? National Committee member 蒋胜男 suggested removing the 'divorce cooling-off period' clause, arguing that it does more harm than good. 陈花: Yes, I heard about it too. Supporters believe the cooling-off period can prevent impulsive divorces, but opponents say it makes it harder for victims of domestic violence to escape. 黄刚: Exactly, and many people take advantage of this period to transfer assets or even fabricate debts. Look, there was a case where the husband moved all their savings during this time, leaving the wife with nothing. 陈花: That’s really unfair. Marriage should be free, and so should divorce. The government shouldn’t use this method to forcibly retain marriages. 黄刚: But some argue that the rising divorce rate affects social stability, and the cooling-off period allows couples to reconsider and reduce rash divorces. 陈花: The problem is that most people who want a divorce have already thought it through. The cooling-off period doesn’t truly repair relationships; it just intensifies conflicts. 黄刚: Indeed, this has also led to an increase in litigation divorces, putting more pressure on the courts, which backfires. I think if the cooling-off period is to be retained, there should at least be an exemption for domestic violence victims. 陈花: Exactly, and there should be better marriage counseling and psychological support to help people prepare for marriage, rather than making marriage easy but divorce difficult. 黄刚: It seems that this policy needs further improvement to truly support stable marriages rather than creating additional burdens. 陈花: Right, I hope future reforms will respect individual choices instead of imposing a 'one-size-fits-all' approach. After all, a happy marriage can't be maintained by force.…

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AI短剧《兴安岭诡事》火了！ - AI Short Drama '兴安岭诡事' Goes Viral! [HSK 5] 1:39

11 days ago1:39

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小刚 introduces 小宝 to the AI short drama '兴安岭诡事,' discussing its content and unique features. Download the app here: Chinese Short Dialogue | Website Chinese Short Dialogue | App Store Chinese Short Dialogue | Google Play Available in 8 languages on the app: Learn Chinese | 중국어 배우기 | 中国語を学ぶ | Изучать китайский язык | Học tiếng Trung | Belajar bahasa Mandarin | Aprender chino | تعلم اللغة الصينية 《English Translation》小宝: Brother, what are you watching? 小刚: I'm watching an AI short drama called '兴安岭诡事.' It's really popular right now! 小宝: AI short drama? Are the actors robots? 小刚: No, this short drama is created using artificial intelligence. The characters' facial expressions, movements, and even voices are largely AI-generated. 小宝: So what is this short drama about? 小刚: The story takes place in 兴安岭. The main character is a hunter named 彪子. He, his son, and a foreign expert go searching for items left behind by the Japanese army. Along the way, they encounter bears, ice wolves, and even 'zombie Japanese soldiers'! 小宝: Zombie Japanese soldiers? That sounds so scary! 小刚: Yeah! That's why the visuals in this short drama are really intense, and many viewers find it shocking. Plus, the AI technology used is more advanced than before—the lighting, lip-syncing, and movements all look more natural. 小宝: Do people like this short drama? 小刚: Some people love it, but others find it a bit strange. Still, everyone agrees that AI short dramas are getting more impressive, and this one has already been played over 40 million times! 小宝: Wow! Do you think there will be more short dramas like this in the future? 小刚: Definitely! AI short dramas are evolving, and in the future, there will probably be even more amazing stories. Who knows, maybe one day we can create our own AI short drama too!…

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如何称呼同事和朋友 - How to Address Colleagues and Friends [HSK 3] 0:50

12 days ago0:50

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Teacher 刘娜 introduces David to the correct way of addressing people in the workplace and at school. Download the app here: Chinese Short Dialogue | Website Chinese Short Dialogue | App Store Chinese Short Dialogue | Google Play Available in 8 languages on the app: Learn Chinese | 중국어 배우기 | 中国語を学ぶ | Изучать китайский язык | Học tiếng Trung | Belajar bahasa Mandarin | Aprender chino | تعلم اللغة الصينية 《English Translation》大卫: Teacher 刘娜, how should I address my Chinese colleagues? 刘娜: Usually, you use the surname followed by the title, like 'Manager Wang' or 'Teacher Li'. 大卫: What about between friends? 刘娜: Among friends, you usually just use their name, but for older friends, you can add 'Ge' (brother) or 'Jie' (sister), like 'Xiao Li Ge'. 大卫: Got it. What if I don’t know the person's title? 刘娜: You can start with 'Mister' or 'Miss' and adjust once you become more familiar. 大卫: Alright, thank you, Teacher 刘娜! 刘娜: You're welcome! Just be polite when addressing others!…

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月球和火星上的新发现 - New Discoveries on the Moon and Mars [HSK 5] 1:14

13 days ago1:14

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小刚 introduces 小宝 to the research findings of Chang'e-6 and the possibility of ancient oceans on Mars. Download the app here: Chinese Short Dialogue | Website Chinese Short Dialogue | App Store Chinese Short Dialogue | Google Play Available in 8 languages on the app: Learn Chinese | 중국어 배우기 | 中国語を学ぶ | Изучать китайский язык | Học tiếng Trung | Belajar bahasa Mandarin | Aprender chino | تعلم اللغة الصينية 《English Translation》小宝: Brother, what are you looking at? 小刚: I’m reading news about Chang'e-6. Scientists have discovered that the near side and far side of the Moon are very different! 小宝: The far side of the Moon? What does it look like? 小刚: The far side of the Moon is more rugged than the near side. The rocks brought back by scientists prove that the Moon might have once been a vast ocean of lava! 小宝: Wow, was there an ocean on the Moon? 小刚: Not a real ocean like today, but a magma ocean a long, long time ago. However, scientists have found evidence of ancient oceans on Mars! 小宝: Is there water on Mars? 小刚: There might have been in the past. The Zhurong rover detected sediment underground that looks like a coastline, suggesting that there may have been a great ocean there! 小宝: Wow! So in the future, can humans go swimming on Mars? 小刚: Haha, right now Mars is too cold and has no liquid water, so swimming isn’t possible. But scientists are working hard to study it—maybe one day people will be able to live on Mars! 小宝: Then I need to grow up fast so I can go play on Mars!…

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你喜欢运动吗？ - Do You Like Sports? [HSK 2] 0:42

14 days ago0:42