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Episode 43 - Intermediate: Eco-Friendly Shopping 🌱

Have you ever wanted to buy something but also protect the environment — and didn’t know how to ask in Chinese? In this episode, Christine shares a story about shopping for eco-friendly products with a friend and teaches you how to talk about environmental choices in natural Mandarin.

You’ll learn how to ask questions like 「請問這件衣服是用再生布料做的嗎？」(Is this shirt made from recycled fabric?), 「請問有沒有不用塑膠袋的包裝？」(Do you have packaging without plastic bags?), and 「請問可以自備容器嗎？」(Can I bring my own container?) — all while sounding polite and confident.

Christine also introduces cultural insights into Taiwan’s eco-friendly habits, such as bringing your own cup for discounts and using reusable straws and containers. You’ll hear how environmental protection has become a lifestyle trend and learn how to start your own small eco-friendly conversations in Chinese.

✨ Perfect for learners around HSK 3–4, focusing on polite question patterns, practical vocabulary for daily shopping, and expressing opinions on environmental topics.

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