Kunyi Liu

Hi, I'm Kunyi, a native Mandarin speaker from China and a second-year Education Studies student at University College London. I enjoy making language learning practical, engaging and less intimidating.

I have previous experience in one-to-one tutoring and supporting learners of different ages, including primary and secondary school students. Through my studies and teaching experience, I've learnt the importance of adapting lessons to each student's needs, confidence and learning pace.

My Mandarin lessons are personalised rather than one-size-fits-all. Before we begin, I'll ask about your experience, interests and goals, then build our lessons around what matters to you. If you're a complete beginner, we can start with pronunciation, tones, everyday vocabulary and useful sentence patterns. If you already know some Mandarin, we can focus on natural conversation, listening comprehension, pronunciation and expanding your vocabulary.

A typical lesson includes a short review, clear explanations, guided practice and interactive activities such as role-play and real-life scenarios. We might practise ordering food, introducing yourself, talking about your hobbies or navigating everyday situations in China. I encourage students to speak as much as possible, while providing supportive corrections and specific feedback. I'm also happy to include reading and Chinese characters if they match your learning goals.

I can explain new concepts in English when needed, so you won't feel lost. For younger learners, I can adapt activities using stories, pictures and games to keep lessons enjoyable and age-appropriate.

Whether you're learning Mandarin for travel, study, work, family connections or simply out of curiosity, I'd love to help you make steady progress and grow in confidence!