From harvests to profit, this #Chinese character knows how to get results 🌾 Over 3,000 years old, 利 (lì) combines 禾 (grain) and 刀 (knife), often associated with harvest, sharpness, profit, and legal rights. Learn how this character mastered “reaping rewards” ⬇️

Since #Nanjing was once China's capital, its dialect was also considered the standard of Chinese up to the Qing dynasty. Nankinese was revered as a bastion of Han culture in contrast to the “barbarian” northern tribes, and the language was regarded by many as the purest of

Many know “#ThreeSquirrels (三只松鼠)” as a top Chinese snack brand. 🐿️ Now, it's their quirky “squirrel culture (鼠鼠文化)” that has Chinese netizens curious. Message the brand, and you may be transferred to Squirrel Qiaoren (鼠巧仁 ) or Squirrel Pancake (鼠蛋饼)—all part of

#Milan’s #Chinatown is at a turning point. One of Europe’s oldest Chinatowns, the Sarpi–Canonica district grew out of #Zhejiang migrants who initially started apparel-related businesses and later developed a wholesale hub. Today, rising rents, tourism, and urban policies are

“I love their quirky designs, and their faces are super cute.” 🧸 #Designertoys, plushies, and collectibles are booming with China’s #GenZ, who often find personal enjoyment and an emotional escape through the toys. TWOC stopped by the 2025 #Beijing International Art & Design

Often called the world’s “trinket town,” this place of 2 million people is home to 75,000+ manufacturers producing a wide range of products, including a majority of the world’s #Christmas #decorations. 🎄 Cast your vote as to which bustling place this is, below: - Foshan,

Where do a huge share of the world’s #Christmas #decorations come from? 🎅🏻 Cast your vote as to which bustling place this is, below:

Merry Christmas! 🎄 Think #Christmas is new to #China? Think again. From a Nestorian stele unearthed in Xi’an in 1623 to YMCA celebrations in the early 1900s, the Western holiday has a longer history in China than you might expect. theworldofchinese.com/2022/12/the-su…

As AI tools advance rapidly, they are increasingly taking on more complex roles in #filmmaking and even #documentaries. But as reliance on the technology grows, the industry is still grappling with unresolved ethical questions around consent and copyright. Listen to the

Though not an official holiday in China, the Christmas spirit is hard to miss. 🀄️ Mahjong, #Christmas trees, glowing churches, and unique Chinese decorations are just some of the creative ways to experience the festive cheer in #China. Scroll through the scenes below:

🎆Happy New Year! 🎇 Ever wondered how China ended up celebrating two different New Years? Today, both Yuandan (元旦), based on the Gregorian calendar, and the Chinese New Year are observed. This was not always the case: shifting regimes, political changes, and calendar reforms

It's time to start your New Year’s Resolutions (新年计划)! For many, this includes hitting the gym.🏋🏻‍♂️ Kickstart your New Year fitness routine with this Chinese #LanguageGuide to show off your resolution! #learnChinese theworldofchinese.com/2022/02/no-exc…

“Many customers bring clothing and other items simply because they don’t want usable goods thrown away.” For young Chinese shoppers, thrifting isn’t just about saving money. It’s about values, practicality, and sustainability. Learn more about #China’s growing #thrifting

Happy Xiaohan (小寒) ❄️! As first of China’s 24 solar terms, Minor Cold lasts until around Jan 20, ushering in the coldest part of the year. Rich in traditions and stories, #Xiaohan carries deep cultural meaning, but Chinese-English dictionaries still don’t offer a single

From the surge in popularity of Chinese cinema across the globe, to the intense rivalry behind China’s top food-delivery platforms, and a slew of new creative slang, 2025, the Year of the Snake, reshaped how the world saw China. 🐍 🐴 Here are the top posts from 2025 that

Part of one of the world’s 4️⃣ major ice & snow festivals, the #Harbin Ice-Snow World drew 3.6M visitors in just 68 days last year. Among the highlights: 🧊 Life-size replicas of the Terra-cotta Army 🧊 A 24-meter-tall ice castle 🧊 Massive ice slides Learn more:

Plush toys aren’t just for kids 🧸 From #Labubu dolls to pink #FUFU toys, China’s #designertoy boom shows how young customers are buying not just products but comfort, nostalgia, and emotional healing. Explore how the trend of cute collectibles has evolved into a form of

What other reads can you find from The World of Chinese’s publisher, The Commercial Press? 📚 From the collection of works by Cai Yuanpei, one of the country’s most influential modern educators, to books on Chinese thought, flip through these other recommended reads this

Glory, profit, talent, literature, and a murder. 📖 Unravel the history behind the origins of The World of Chinese’s publisher, #CommercialPress, as well as the curious assassination behind one of the publisher's founders, a young typesetter named Xia Ruifang. Learn more: 👇

“I love you, Lao Ji!” (爱你老己) 😊 Dubbed the “warmest meme of 2025,” young #Chinese are embracing the affectionate nickname Lao Ji (老己) as a playful and lighthearted way to express self-recognition. The nickname combines the affectionate prefix “lao,” commonly used when