New story just dropped:《写不下来的秘密》
A short Mandarin reading about a secret too deep to write down…

Includes:
Simplified Chinese
Pinyin + vocab
Audio narration

Part of the 35+ story collection on Mapping Mandarin.substack — made for language lovers who want rhythm, tone, and cultural nuance, not just flashcards.

Read it here: https://mappingmandarin.substack.com/p/cant-write-it-down-mandarinmap-can

Exciting milestone — MandarinMap GPT has now been used over 60 times, with a full 5-star rating from all users!

Designed to help learners build real Mandarin fluency, MandarinMap GPT offers:

Sentence building from the ground up
Tone flow and pronunciation practice
Reading support with Pinyin + vocabulary
Business Mandarin training
Interactive learning games

It’s based on the Mapping Mandarin™ method I developed — rooted in cultural understanding, tone precision, and decades of teaching.

It's in the GPT Store MandarinMap GPT https://tinyurl.com/4amh74dk
Works great alongside my Substack lessons and book Pinyin and the Art of Tones.

Thanks to all who’ve supported it so far!

Here's my most recent Mandarin story on substack -- https://mappingmandarin.substack.com/p/watching-tv-intermediate

A short story of a family and their times together watching TV.

Just launched: MandarinMap GPT — your AI-powered companion for learning Mandarin!

Built on my Mapping Mandarin™ method, this GPT helps learners:

Build natural Mandarin sentences
Understand word order & vocabulary
Get Pinyin with proper spacing
Follow standard tone rules (like 一 → yí, 不 → bú)

It’s clear, encouraging, and focused on expression, not just correction.

Try it here https://tinyurl.com/4amh74dk

Defending Adverbs Exuberantly If Conditionally

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Four languages, one fun connection!

Ever wondered how to say English, Spanish, Hebrew, and Arabic in Hebrew? Watch this video and learn to pronounce them like a pro!

Fun fact: Spanish and English both borrowed the word coffee from Arabic (qahwa – קָהְוָה – قهوة), while Hebrew calls it café (קָפֶה), just like Spanish!

Important fact because my day doesn’t start without my COFFEE

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Exciting news! My new book *Mapping Mandarin: Pinyin and the Art of Tones* is now available on Amazon! Unlock the secrets of Mandarin tones and pronunciation with this comprehensive guide—perfect for learners at any level. Audio files included for an immersive experience. Start your journey here: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1732180458/ #Mandarin #LanguageLearning #NewBook #languages #中文 #languagelovers #chinese

Shabbat Shalom and Happy First Friday of 2025!

Wow, what an incredible year 2024 was for Hebrew by Inbal! We grew by over 100,000 new followers across social media, creating a thriving community united by a love for Hebrew. You’ve all made this space so special, and I couldn’t be more grateful to each of you for being part of it.

As we step into this fresh new year, let’s keep the energy alive! Wishing you all a fantastic Friday and an amazing weekend ahead. Rest, recharge, and don’t forget to check back in—2025 is bringing even more exciting Hebrew content your way.

Here’s to growing together, learning together, and making this year unforgettable!

L’hitraot,
Inbal

Spin the joy this Hanukkah!

In keeping with the Dreidel theme Shabbat Shalom greeting from this morning (check out the morning post on my feed) here is another fun lesson!

Did you know the dreidel is more than just a game? It’s a reminder of resilience, miracles, and the light we share during the holiday. Watch my video to learn how to say dreidel in Hebrew and bring a little extra tradition to your celebration.

May your Hanukkah be filled with light, laughter, and lots of spinning!

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Here's the recent post on Mapping Mandarin™ at Substack. This is a short story I wrote about an experience living with Mongol herders in a yurt. It's difficult, but should be interesting for native speakers or high level learners.

#Chineselanguage #中文 #mastermandarin #polyglot #multilingual #languagelovers

https://mappingmandarin.substack.com/p/one-night-in-a-yurt-advanced

Many of us are familiar with the expression 马马虎虎 (horse-horse, tiger-tiger), but do we know the story behind it? Discover the intriguing tale below.

Enjoy short readings in Chinese selected for Mandarin language enthusiasts!

Enhance your comprehension and expand your vocabulary through engaging, culturally rich stories and book excerpts.

https://mappingmandarin.substack.com/p/intermediate-524