Most people don't know this but using flashcards is not the best way to study Chinese. They're useful yes, but in the long term, if flashcards is the only thing you're doing, then you might not be maximizing your chances of retaining Chinese. In this video, I talk about the system that I used to learn Chinese. I've been studying Chinese for 7 years now though most of that took place during 2015-2020. But, despite not having used it regularly in about 3 years, I've still maintained a high (HSK 6+) level. I show you how in this video.

» Who am I? 🙋🏻‍♂️
Hey there! I'm Jacky. I make videos about learning Chinese, life in NYC, and acting. I'm a first-generation Chinese American and first-generation college grad. I'm an ex-consultant working in tech, an aspiring actor, and at heart, someone who just really loves learning :)

» Let's chat! 💭
📸 Instagram -   / jacky.zb  

» Resources Mentioned in the Video 🧰
🗂️ Flashcards: https://www.ankiapp.com/
💬 Language Exchange: https://www.tandem.net/

» YouTubers and Other Mandarin Content I Enjoy ▶️
- ‪@KevininShanghai‬ (Chinese YouTuber, fun skits and cultural comparisons, Intermediate-Advanced)
- ‪@liketaitai‬ (Taiwanese YouTuber, pop-sci and pop-culture content. Has done a lot of interviews with famous people and is one of largest Taiwanese YouTubers. Intermediate-Advanced)
- ‪@alvin701tw‬ (YouTuber in Mandarin, content is super structured and easy to follow with a lot of visuals. Easy-Intermediate)
- ‪@thedanyopang‬ Hub of Videos by Danyo,    • 24 best Youtubers to learn Chinese in...  
- Chinese Dubbed Anime,   / anime_with_chinese_dubs_and_subs  

» My favorite gear 🎒
🎥 Camera: https://amzn.to/3tQ5hOY
📷 Lens: https://amzn.to/3GGmfXX
🧰 Tripod: https://amzn.to/3i3l3Ub
🎙️ Microphone: https://amzn.to/3kMxfdH
🎵 Where I get my my music (30 day free trial): https://share.epidemicsound.com/3s7q83
💬 My favorite tutoring service (Italki $5 free credit): https://www.italki.com/en/i/ref/f0DBB...

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