Master Chinese “j q x” and “zh ch sh” | Pronunciation Training

Master Chinese "j q x" and "zh ch sh" | Pronunciation Training

In the Chinese language, "j q x" and "zh ch sh" these sounds are quite difficult to learn because these sounds don't exist in many languages. That's why many students struggle with these sounds.
But in this video, I break down these Chinese consonants, using IPA of them to explain what are the differences between them.
Also, I showed you their tongue positions with images. It can help you more easily get where to put your tongue so that you can practice correctly pronouncing these sounds.
Last time I talked about how to make "zh ch sh r" these Chinese initials, so this episode I mainly teach you how to pronounce "j q x". Besides this, I also do the comparison between "zh ch sh" and "j q x" which can help you differentiate these Chinese consonants.

The timecode of three Chinese initials and the comparison:

00:35 (1) the IPA and the Tongue position of "x"
01:50 (2) the IPA and the Tongue position of "j"
03:00 (3) the IPA and the Tongue position of "q"
03:48 (4) the comparison between "j q x" and "zh ch sh"

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[setssky]

I am starting to learn Chinese (Traditional) And I gotta say, I hate how underrated this video is, Not only you showed both Pinyin and Zhuyin (Which I need to learn Zhuyin lol), This is the only vid I found to show how to exactly pronounce these sounds. Thanks.

[Adzzzzzzzzzzz]

AS native Spanish speaker, this video help a LOT with the position on how to do it. All the Chinese learners must to see, even if your native language is other than English.

[nickfleming]

Some advice from a native english speaker for the x sound. Make a hissing 's' sound, then slightly move the tip of your tongue down until it just barely makes a 'sh' sound

[DavidGomez-hitm]

I’ve been struggling for a long time trynna master the pronunciation of these initials, and let me tell you Grace that I’m deeply grateful with you, cause this video has been so helpful. I was able to hear the difference between these initials despite my mother tongue is Spanish. Thanks a lot ❤️

[beirne]

I wish I had seen this years ago. My x's and q's have always been weak, and now I know why. The mouth diagrams along with the explanation made all the difference.

[oqchsoi]

lean to Pronunc
00:35 (1) the IPA and the Tongue position of "x"
01:50 (2) the IPA and the Tongue position of "j"
03:00 (3) the IPA and the Tongue position of "q"
03:48 (4) the comparison between "j q x" and "zh ch sh"

[Driftking]

I've asked many chinese friends and teachers while also watching many videos trying to improve my pronunciation and after 2 years studying, I have watched Grace's videos and finally I have found a helpful video helping me master X, Q, J, and ZH 感谢你Grace老师

[billyjuarez]

These are the best videos i've seen so far about mandarin pronunciation sounds. Very helfpful, thank you very much!

[elmirasmiscellaneous]

The first time after months I got the pronunciation of x, j, q right! That was extremely helpful! Thank you Grace.

[ConnorWidmaier]

Your videos are excellent!! Reducing my accent is one of the most satisfying processes in language learning and I’m really thankful to find your videos.

[ICosmoI]

So helpful!! Thank you for using IPA and those mouth diagrams.　謝謝！

[Destiny]

so happy I found this channel today! I am the type that I can't learn words and go on if I know my pronunciation sucks and don't know how to at least say it in my head. Thank you!

[DallasJordanJams]

I consider these videos reference materials, I come back to these quite often. I think they are the best explanations and learning tools for pronunciation I have found

[myavahaha]

your videos are so good, the best i’ve ever come across!! the way you explain things is so easy to understand and memorize, thank you for putting out such great educational content <3

[nooooooooooooor]

I was searching for the right prononciation for a while (since I am learning Chinese by myself). Your video was very helpful especially when you showed us the tongue position. Thank you

[girltanghinh]

i was so confused about how to pronounce q and j until i watch ur vid. it shows the tongue positions when pronounce them. i have to say that : awesome . best video about chinese study i have ever watched. thank u so much ^^.

[happystrawberry]

Thank you so much Grace! I have been struggling to pronounce the nuances between all of these for ages!!! You explained it really well. I can't tell you how grateful I am for your video! ❤

[vividbiomass]

This is really helpful for my pronunciation. It’s also made me realise how bad my ear is. I find it really hard to hear this difference between some of those sounds.

If you ever need ideas for content, it would be helpful if you could do a video where you say different words with the sounds from this and the last video, then show the viewer what the sound was. It’d be a bit like aural flash cards.

Thanks for your work!

[phamthanh]

I think that, in terms of pronunciation, compared to other channels, Grace teaches the most accurately. Thank you very much, Grace. And the teacher is so beautiful and charming. Best wishes for You.

[sierrrrrrrra]

After months of trying to learn these initials, your videos are the key for me understanding these sounds in my brain. Thank you so :)