Why learn Chinese at Wordculture?
Mandarin is the most spoken language in the world and has already arrived in Zurich. As a global financial hub, Zurich maintains close economic ties with China, and in many companies, knowledge of Chinese is a real competitive advantage.
Those who speak Chinese open up entirely new professional, cultural, and personal horizons. Furthermore, Mandarin is more accessible than its reputation suggests, as there are no articles, no cases, and no verb conjugations.
At Wordculture in the centre of Zurich, you learn Mandarin from A1 to C2 with native-speaking teachers, in small groups and with the flexibility your life in Zurich demands.
We also offer Chinese courses for children.
Where and how do I want to learn?
In-person
Hybrid
Online
Group course
Private course
Intensive Course
Standard Chinese Course A1–C2
Learn Chinese step by step from A1 to C2. Our standard course is ideal for anyone who wants to build up Mandarin systematically and sustainably. Usually, classes meet once or twice a week in a small group, at the language school in Zurich, hybrid, or online. Content relevant to everyday life is taught by a native-speaking teacher who also provides insights into Chinese culture.
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Intensive Chinese Course A1–C2
Maximum progress in a short time is possible in an intensive course. The intensive course is aimed at anyone who wants to learn Chinese quickly and efficiently, whether for a career start in China, an upcoming trip, or an ambitious language goal. Our native-speaking teacher teaches several times a week with a clear structure, and the small group allows you to speak a lot.
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Chinese Conversation Course B1–C2
The grammar is solid and the vocabulary is lingering passively in your memory, but you still lack fluency and routine when speaking. In the conversation course, you will specifically train your oral expression skills with topics from everyday life, work, and society. This course is ideal for anyone who already has basic knowledge and wants to take their spoken Chinese to the next level.
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HSK Exam Preparation Courses
With our exam preparation course, we lead you to your goal: you can prepare specifically for the HSK, the Chinese language certificate HSK 1 to 6, with an experienced language teacher. You will train the exam format, time management, and the relevant skills of reading, listening, writing, and speaking. This language certificate is important for anyone who wants to have their Chinese level officially certified. If interested, please contact us personally.
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Why Wordculture?
Small groups for maximum results
Max. 6 people for plenty of speaking time and fast results
Professional Teachers
Qualified, experienced, and specialized in adult education
In-House
Childcare
Childcare directly on-site during the course
KulturLegi Discounts
Family Discounts
Discounts on all language courses – also for the whole family
Student review
I have the best Chinese teacher. After only 6 months of lessons, I can already speak a little Chinese.
Andreas from Zurich
The initial consultation and trial lesson are completely free and without obligation. Get in touch to book an appointment.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are there also hybrid Chinese courses?
Yes. On request, we also offer hybrid courses that combine in-person and online sessions. All our courses can be booked flexibly. Especially in a busy daily routine and with working from home, business travel and unpredictable appointments — this model ensures that your learning progress doesn’t stall. In the initial consultation, we’ll work out together which combination works best for you.
Do I learn Mandarin or Cantonese at Wordculture?
Lessons at Wordculture are based on Mandarin, the official standard Chinese spoken in China, Taiwan, and Singapore, which is considered the global standard. Cantonese, which is mainly common in Hong Kong, can be addressed upon request.
Is Chinese really as difficult as its reputation?
With the right motivation and ambition, no language is truly harder than another. In Mandarin, the grammar is surprisingly simple, as there are no cases, no verb conjugations, and no articles. The challenge lies more in the tones and the script. However, the first successes come faster than expected with structured lessons from a professional teacher.
I have a busy schedule; how flexible are the courses?
Wordculture offers Chinese courses as standard courses, intensive courses, evening courses, or private lessons, both at the school, hybrid, or online. Our courses adapt to your daily life, not the other way around. Contact us so we can find a format together that works for you.
Is there an official Chinese exam?
Yes. The HSK (Hanyu Shuiping Kaoshi) is the internationally recognised standard exam for Mandarin and is offered at six levels. Wordculture offers preparation courses by arrangement, but the exam itself must be taken at the Asia-Orient Institute of the University of Zurich. This certificate is valid for job applications, university admission and visa applications.