China

To me, although Im not from Hong Kong, but I know HKSAR passport holders are granted visa free in 135 countries/territories. This number is higher than BNO and since China is uprising now, it may be a wise choice to hold a HKSAR passport

2007-09-22 17:37:35 · 8 answers · asked by CXfan 4

I am just beginning Mandarin and I am wondering what are the best books to get? I have some good online stuff but a book is better for me because I am not always near a computer.

2007-09-22 11:20:22 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous

Looking for best airlines for direct flight from LAX to Beijing. Heard smoking allowed on Air china in either cabin or by pilots in cockpit. Any recommendations for GOOD airlines for that flight, even if just one stop...? How is Air Canada? Looking especially for best legroom and in seat entertainment to pass the time.

2007-09-22 10:12:40 · 14 answers · asked by Anonymous

Context: Man A is telling Man B about Chinese taboos:

[A]: Yin1 wei4 song4 zhong1 gen1 zhong1guo2 zi4 "song4zhong1" tong2yin1. Dui4 ta1 lai2 shuo1, ni3 song4 ta1 zhong1 jiu4 hao3xiang4 yao4 ta1 zao3 yi2dian3 si3 yi2yang4.
English translation from text book = "Because the pronunciation of "givng a clock" is the same as "making arrangements for the burial of one' parents" in Mandarin. For her, getting a clock means the same as hoping she will pass away soon."

Reply from man B:

[B]: Wo3 de tian1! Wo3 gen1ben3 mei2 xiang3 dao4 zhe4 yi2dian3.

English translation = "Oh my God, I had no idea!"

Help with this question, please:

"yi2dian3" is used in both sentences A & B. Based on context and English translation, what is the defenition of "yi2dian3" in A& B?

I treid using online dictionaries, but one gave me false translation, while the other gave me no translation at all.

ALSO, Does the word Zi4 in [A] mean "character"?

Mandarin speakers, thank you for your help.

2007-09-22 09:27:44 · 4 answers · asked by American Dreamer 1

2007-09-22 08:57:30 · 9 answers · asked by shiningStar 2

She has to be a good cook and do whatever I want.

2007-09-22 01:40:07 · 22 answers · asked by Texas Cowboy 7

I know I could scour the internet wndlessly and have lots of places to visit. But I am only staying for a week before moving on. It would be great to get some feedback from people who have been / live there on places I have to visit. ie, Restaurants, Tourist attractions, Bars and nightclubs or general things to do. Thanks in advance, Chris.

2007-09-22 00:51:59 · 10 answers · asked by chrisdaydesign 1

I live in Japan and it is my favorite country. I love the US, but I'd rather live in Japan.

My fantasy is to try China. I would like to live there for one or two years (actually, maybe forever, but it all depends on the opportunity!) and not just in one place. I'd like to see and experience as much as possible.

So, do you think a person who really enjoyed Japan as much as I did might come to like China as much?

2007-09-21 08:37:02 · 17 answers · asked by Sarrafzedehkhoee 7

http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20070921/us_nm/china_safety_mattel_dc_8

Well, it seems that the main problem is from Mattel , and not China. I am wonder if that's the reason why some of the users who blame the China products, mainly Rm TML or whatever his name is and others are hiding!?

2007-09-21 08:15:33 · 9 answers · asked by White Shooting Star of HK 7

i personaly think china should kick them out of there country for not posting the proper standards in paint and one china man has killed himself

2007-09-21 06:33:12 · 5 answers · asked by dan m 6

If yes, could you share your idea about Zhong Yuemin's way of living, the person who is thought as a person always travelling “on the road”?

2007-09-21 04:05:45 · 3 answers · asked by samurai 1

2007-09-20 20:51:16 · 6 answers · asked by .. . 2

I'm planning a 6 week trip to China and would appreciate suggestion's for places to visit or things to do either in or other than listed below...
Guangdong
Tianjin
Dalian
Xian – Terracotta Army
Shanghai
Beijing

2007-09-20 03:47:35 · 12 answers · asked by Anonymous

I am going to be having a stopover in Hong Kong for 3-4 days in May next year. Just wondering what things I should have on my "to do" list. Thanks!

2007-09-19 18:46:10 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous

2007-09-19 15:07:19 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous

Hi,
i have bought a ticket and i'll arrive in Beijing on 20 october .

today,i contacted some hotels of beijing , but most of them could not speak english :(

can i find a free room without having reservation when i arrive in china ?
DO I NEED CREDITCARD TO MAKE A RESERVATION ? (this question is important for me)

can anyone help me make a reservation ?

Thank you .

2007-09-19 07:42:02 · 7 answers · asked by Abraham 2

Are there a lot of Chinese people who buy ipods? What kinds of ipods are popular there? I'm talking about the real ipods, not the fakes.

2007-09-19 06:09:26 · 7 answers · asked by nicediwata 1

Let's say you are walking on the streets of Beijing, how would you know if a native Chinese is rich? I was thinking if they are wearing branded clothes but knowing that there are a lot of fakes in China, that would mean nothing. So how would you know?

2007-09-19 06:08:25 · 12 answers · asked by nicediwata 1

2007-09-18 23:19:01 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous

2007-09-18 22:07:10 · 2 answers · asked by jeantay88 1

2007-09-18 18:19:32 · 5 answers · asked by munira h 1

2007-09-18 14:22:06 · 6 answers · asked by Lloyd 2

2007-09-18 13:24:27 · 10 answers · asked by fc 1

Whats the cost of a plane ticket to China...If you don't know dont answer...

2007-09-18 12:38:47 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous

Why is it a national passtime to drink and drive in new zealand?

2007-09-18 09:02:18 · 6 answers · asked by Ali K 4

2007-09-18 08:15:30 · 4 answers · asked by thairad 2

Is it really lead contaminated or not?

2007-09-18 07:44:44 · 14 answers · asked by xharlz 2

while at this time you may want to give other people help.actually i want to know,something that you may can help me.that is the first share that you bought it is which companys share?

2007-09-18 05:26:17 · 3 answers · asked by Chinajack 1

Hi...need your help..... Where shall i stay?? Guangdong Hotel or Shamrock Hotel? Which is better and affordable? Are they both near the subway and the harbour? The map isn't that clear in the internet. Is Tsim Tsa Tsui and Yau Ma tei near? hehehe Thanks

2007-09-17 21:52:03 · 4 answers · asked by fairygodmother 1

2007-09-17 20:06:42 · 5 answers · asked by comelucky96 3