Claire Wang
Language Teacher
Education
- PGDip, Teaching Chinese as a Foreign Language from SOAS, University of London
Professional Achievements
- Appointed as Senior Lecturer in Chinese Language, Arts and Culture at University of the Arts London
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Co-authored Articles (23)
The Pinky Finger Isn’t the Middle Finger in China & Here’s Why
Learn why the middle finger is a rude gesture in ChinaYou’ve probably heard the rumor that holding up a pinky finger in China is the same as showing someone your middle finger in the United States. But is this rumor tr...
How to
Tell Chinese, Japanese, and Korean Writing Apart
If you're not familiar with Asian scripts, the written form of Korean, Japanese, and Chinese may look the same to you. It is true that Chinese characters are sometimes used in both Korean and Japanese writing. However, t...
What Does Ara Ara Mean in Japanese? How to Use It in Real Life & Anime
Is ara ara flirty in real life? If you watch a lot of anime, you may have heard the phrase “ara ara” and wondered what it meant. “Ara ara” roughly translates to “oh my” and expresses surprise, affection, or a...
A Comprehensive List of 50+ Chinese Symbols and Their Meanings
Chinese zodiac symbols and other powerful charactersChinese symbols and meanings include the 12 signs of the Chinese Zodiac, as well as symbols that stand for love, peace, good luck, and strength. Keep reading to uncover...
How to Tell the Difference Between Chinese and Japanese Cultures
All the etiquette, speech, food & beliefs that make each country uniqueTo Western eyes and ears, it may be difficult to tell Japanese and Chinese people, languages, and cultures apart. However, the two are as different a...
Ways to Share Love in Korean: Sa-rang-hae Meaning & More
A comprehensive collection of romantic and loving Korean phrasesWhether you’re casually interested in the Korean language and culture or are working your way up to fluency, “I love you” is a pretty important phrase...
How to
Say Hello in Chinese
The best way to say “hello” in Mandarin Chinese is “nǐ hǎo” or 你好. Note that the exact romanization and pronunciation of this greeting can vary depending on which Chinese dialect you use, however. Some dial...
How to Use “Oppa” (오빠) Properly & Respectfully
Plus, how people use “oppa” (오빠) in K-dramas and K-pop If you’re a fan of K-pop or K-dramas, you may have heard female fans or characters saying the word “oppa” (오빠) when referring to their favorite mal...
What Does “Hyung” (형) Mean & Who Should Say It?
A complete guide to using honorific titles in Korea If you’re a K-pop fan, you’ve probably heard male idols referring to each other as “hyung” and wondered what it meant. “Hyung” means “older brother” and...
The Meaning & Pronunciation of Sumimasen (すみません) in Japanese
Learn about the many different ways to use this multipurpose word Can one word really mean up to 3 different things? Absolutely! In Japanese, “Sumimasen” is a super versatile term that can be anything from an apology...
“Gwenchana” Meaning in Korean (& Why It’s Trending on TikTok)
Learn how to use this viral Korean expression correctlyWhether you’re casually interested in the Korean language or are working your way up to fluency, “gwenchana” is a common expression you’ll need to learn. It ...
How to
Speak Korean
Korean (한국어, Hangugeo) is the official language of South Korea, North Korea, and China's Yanbian Korean Autonomous Prefecture and is the dominant community language of the Korean diaspora, spanning Uzbekistan to Ja...
What Does "Noona" (누나) Mean in Korean? When & How to Use It
Plus, the meaning of unnie, oppa, hyung & more Korean honorific titles Whether you’re casually interested in the Korean language or are working your way up to fluency, “noona” is an honorific title you’ll need to...
Here's What "Apt" Means in Rosé & Bruno Mars' Song
Plus, all about the Korean drinking game APT In October 2024, Rosé and Bruno Mars basically broke the Internet with their catchy collaboration single “Apt.” While you’re probably hearing the chant-like chorus of �...
How to
Learn Japanese
Konnichiwa (こんにちは)! Japanese is a great language to learn, whether you plan to use it to conduct business, absorb your favorite Japanese media, such as manga, or to talk to a friend in Japanese. At first, learn...
What Does Dogeza Mean in Japanese (& How to Do It)
A complete guide to the cultural significance of this Japanese apology If you’re a fan of anime or samurai movies, you may have seen a character perform dogeza, or fall to their knees and bow their head to the ground....
What Does “Dongsaeng” (동생) Mean & Who Should Say It?
A guide to using Korean levels of formality with honorific titles Even though the literal translation for “dongsaeng” is “younger sibling,” Koreans also use it as an affectionate term for younger close friends an...
How to
Read and Write Japanese Fast
Japanese characters are so beautiful and complex that it can feel overwhelming when you try to tackle the task of reading and writing Japanese quickly. Just because there are over 50,000 kanji characters doesn't mean you...
What Does "Unnie" Mean in Korean? (Plus, When & How to Use It)
Plus, the meanings of noona, oppa, hyung & other honorific titles! Whether you’re casually interested in the Korean language or are working your way up to fluency, “unnie” is an honorific title you’ll need to add...
How to
Study Korean
The Korean language, also known as Hangeul, is the official language spoken in both North and South Korea. While the language looks complex to non-native speakers, it's actually easier to learn than many other languages....
