LEARN SHANGHAINESE ONLINE

Study Shanghainese lessons with

Flexi Classes

LEARN SHANGHAINESE ONLINE

Study Shanghainese lessons with

Flexi Classes

Flexible Class Times

Join group or personalized online sessions whenever it suits you.

Learn Everyday Situations

Dive into practical materials curated by experienced teachers.

Live classes via Zoom

Engage with Shanghainese instructors for a 60-minute session, no pre-recorded material.

WHY LEARN SHANGHAINESE ?

FAMILY COMMUNICATION

For those with family members who speak Shanghainese as their primary language, learning Shanghainese dialect can facilitate better communication and strengthen family bonds.

BUSINESS AND TRAVEL

Shanghai is one of China’s largest cities and a major hub for business, trade, and tourism. Individuals working or traveling in Shanghai may find it advantageous to learn some Shanghainese to facilitate interactions with local residents, particularly in informal settings or neighborhoods where Mandarin proficiency may be limited.

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SAMPLE STUDY MATERIALS

  • Shanghainese A1 Beginner

    THAT’S TOO EXPENSIVE

    You will learn how to say that things are too expensive and ask for a lower the price. Don’t worry, it’s common practice in China to haggle for goods.

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  • Shanghainese A1 Beginner

    WHAT IS THE TIME

    In this lesson we’ll be teaching you how to tell the time. You will also have many opportunities to get some practice using numbers with your teacher so don’t be shy. This is a great chance to level up!

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  • Shanghainese A1 Beginner

    CHINESE NEW YEAR

    In this lesson you will learn more about the Shanghainese New Year celebration and will also be brushing up on some key expressions related to time in Shanghainese also.

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FREQUENTLY
ASKED QUESTIONS

Do many people still speak Shanghainese?

It’s estimated around 20% of the population of Shanghai still speak Shanghainese. The dialect is indeed a dying one, but that is part of the reason why we want to teach it, because we care. Shanghainese can open up more doors than one might think. Because of this our Shanghainese Lessons are actually really popular especially with students who have some form of affiliation to Shanghai.

Do any of your team speak Shanghainese?

Our native Shanghai teachers and our curriculum developers of course!

Can I cancel a class if I am busy?

You can indeed cancel and re-book your Shanghainese Classes at no extra cost, with just a few clicks of a button. You need to give us 72 hours notice to receive all your credits back. Cancellations made less than 72 hours in advance are not refunded.

Do you have materials I can use to review after class?

Certainly! After each class, our teachers upload annotated files onto the system. Simply navigate to “My Past Classes,” then click on “Class Details” to download the annotation file.