Learn Chinese with Vlogs: Shanghai's Plum Rain Season
Key Vocabulary 20
Core vocabulary featured in this video
| Character | Pinyin | Meaning | Level | Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 今天 | today; this day | HSK 1 | ||
| 妈妈 | ma; mum; mummy; mother | HSK 1 | ||
| 早上 | early morning | HSK 1 | ||
| 这里 | here | HSK 1 | ||
| 明天 | tomorrow | HSK 1 | ||
| 知道 | know; realize; be aware of | HSK 1 | ||
| 喜欢 | happily | HSK 1 | ||
| 出去 | go out; get out | HSK 1 | ||
| 所以 | so; therefore; as a result | HSK 2 | ||
| 然后 | then; after that; afterwards | HSK 2 | ||
| 好像 | seem; be like; look like | HSK 2 | ||
| 司机 | driver; chauffeur | HSK 2 | ||
| 但是 | but; yet; nevertheless | HSK 2 | ||
| 早餐 | breakfast | HSK 2 | ||
| 大家 | all; everybody | HSK 2 | ||
| 特别 | special; particular; out of the ordinary | HSK 2 | ||
| 以为 | think; believe; consider (usually erroneously) | HSK 2 | ||
| 计划 | plan; project; programme | HSK 2 | ||
| 应该 | should | HSK 2 | ||
| 已经 | already | HSK 2 |
We’ve all planned that "perfect, relaxing getaway" only to end up trapped in a shoulder-to-shoulder sea of tourists, secretly wishing we’d just stayed on the couch. If you’ve ever dreamed of strolling along the Bund or exploring Shanghai's trendy alleys, the viral Chinese comedy skit "不要在这个时候去上海" (Don't Visit Shanghai at This Time) is the hilarious reality check you didn't know you needed. Through witty dialogue and highly relatable travel struggles, this video perfectly captures the chaotic charm of China's biggest metropolis during peak holiday rushes, making it an absolute goldmine for modern language learners.
As a Chinese teacher, I highly recommend this skit because it breaks away from rigid textbook dialogues and plunges you straight into authentic, fast-paced conversational Chinese. Packed with trendy slang, everyday humor, and practical listening practice, it’s the perfect tool to help you grasp how locals actually speak while giving you a funny, cultural insider look at Shanghai life.