Watching Chinese series is a great way to learn new vocabulary and practice speaking skills. These popular dramas can also provide a window into modern Chinese culture and opinions. Ai Qing Gong Yu follows the lives of several modern Chinese women in their twenties. Although some of the show’s jokes and puns may go over the heads of novice Mandarin learners, the language is colloquial and easy to understand.
1. Nirvana In Fire
The first few episodes can be confusing because of the many characters but stick with it. The central theme is revenge but it is not the only one as loyalty, justice and fraternity (bromance) are also important. Hu Ge is a commanding warrior, a regal prince and a loving friend all at once. Wang Kai is equally impressive as the stoic Jingyan who acts as a moral barometer and is bold enough to be true to himself. For those who want a window into Chinese culture this is the drama to watch. It is painted with classic four character ดูซีรี่ย์จีน metaphors and colloquialisms that native speakers can appreciate.
2. Ode To Joy
A modern drama about five single, independent career women who live together in an apartment called Ode to Joy. Will they find personal happiness on their own terms? Beethoven was a fervent idealist, and he chose Friedrich Schiller’s evocative poem An die Freude (Ode to Joy) as the text for his triumphant chorus in Symphony No. 9. The song, without Schiller’s lyrics, became the anthem of the European Community in 1972 and the European Union in 1985. Its message was a call for humanity to discard false gods of nation and rank, inequality, and dogma, and to band together in universal sympathy and solidarity.
3. Empresses In The Palace
A Qing Dynasty saga about life in the Imperial Harem. Zhenhuan joins the ranks of the Imperial harem after her family is wiped out in a conspiracy against her sister and ends up the most powerful woman there despite being betrayed several times. She spends her time planning the next consort selection and advising the Emperor on royal affairs while warning his wives of the consequences of scheming or harming each other.
Initially, she befriends neglected Prince Hongli, but soon becomes disillusioned with life in the palace and decides to take on a new identity as a nun at Ganlu Temple. She then returns to the Imperial harem under Empress Yixiu’s command because of a loophole in her will.
4. Take My Brother Away
Based on the manhua series of the same name written and illustrated by You-Ling, Take My Brother Away is a hilariously honest look at sibling relationships through the lens of adolescence. Brother and sister Shi Fen and Shi Miao squabble constantly, but they genuinely care about each other. Shi Fen may be an idiot, but he loves his little sister and will do anything for her. And Shi Miao, though violent at times, cherishes her brother despite being mad at him all the time.
The story is funny and lighthearted, but it also has far more serious moments that are handled with the right amount of poignancy. It’s a great series to binge-watch and a perfect representation of the sibling relationship many people have.
5. When A Snail Falls In Love
Wang Kai does an excellent job of portraying Ji Bai, the upright police department head that is a fearless leader. He does not resort to scenery chewing or flashy acting techniques and just naturally inhabits the role. Detective Ji Bai and Xu Xu, his intern criminal profiler, may look like an awkward teacher-student pair, but they are the best team with a proven track record. They are also great colleagues with a brotherly bond that is not masked by macho-jostling.
Xu Xu may be slow as a snail when it comes to romance, but her admiration of Ji Bai blossoms into something more. He is a good boss and treats her fairly and with respect, so she does the same for him.
6. Home With Kids
Home with Kids is a comedy series that follows the story of a family who struggles through their everyday issues and experiences. The show is a great way to learn about Chinese culture and lifestyle in modern times. Each episode lasts for 25 minutes, making it a quick and easy way to watch a Chinese drama! Xia Donghai is a director of children’s drama who comes back from America with his daughter Xia Xue and son Xia Yu to start a new life in China. His wife Liu Mei has a son, Liu Xing from her previous marriage and they all live together as a family.
Conclusion
Watching TV series can be a fun and entertaining way to enhance your Chinese skills. These Chinese shows will not only help you with your vocabulary, but will also teach you the Chinese culture and lifestyle. A Taiwanese version of Black Mirror, this intriguing show explores various sensitive subjects such as social pressure and parental oppression. This is a must-see!
