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Episode 47 - Intermediate: On My Way To Work🚗🛑
Have you ever left home early, only to still end up late? In this episode, Christine shares a real-life story about getting stuck in a massive traffic jam on Taiwan’s highway — and how it turned into a lesson about patience and perspective.

You’ll learn how to describe everyday travel troubles in natural Mandarin, like 「塞車塞到爆」(the traffic was jammed to the max), 「完全動不了」(nothing was moving), and 「前面車禍，整個塞住了」(there was an accident ahead — everything was blocked).

Christine also talks about Taiwan’s unique “flexible order” on the roads — where scooters weave through traffic, everyone honks, yet somehow it all works out. You’ll discover how to explain being late politely, share personal experiences, and turn daily frustrations into great Mandarin practice.

✨ Perfect for learners around HSK 3-4, focusing on storytelling, describing real-life situations, and learning conversational expressions you can actually use in Taiwan.

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