Tâi-gí Made Easy

In this special Lunar New Year episode of Taigi Made Easy, the host celebrates Taiwanese cultural traditions, including family reunions and festive preparations for the new year. The episode also features the iconic Taiwanese pop song "Bobee" by Lotus Wang, spreading joy and festive cheer.

In this episode, we’ll learn how to say 'I like to eat' and 'I don’t like to eat' in Tai-gí—perfect for chatting with friends in Taiwan or deciding what to have for dinner!

Curious about how to ask someone what they'd like to drink, and want to learn the names of beverages in Tâi-gí? Tune in to find out!

Continuing from last week's episode, the host delves into the lyrics of "This Year Will Definitely Be Better" by Taiwanese singer Chiam Ngá-bûn. Along the way, listeners will pick up a range of useful phrases and idioms, enriching their understanding of the song and its cultural context.

In this episode, the host introduces the song "This year will definitely be better" performed by the Taiwanese singer Chiam Ngá-bûn.

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Ivy, a recent university graduate from Taoyuan City, reflects on her experiences growing up speaking Tai-gi with her family in a predominantly Hakka area. She also shares insights from her time studying in central Taiwan, where she interacted with classmates from diverse linguistic backgrounds.

This week, we continue my conversation with Han-wei about his journey learning Tâi-gí. If you missed the first part, be sure to check out the previous episode on the Rti website. Let’s pick up where we left off.

This week, I’m joined by my friend Han-wei to discuss his journey of learning Tai-gi as a descendant of waishengren—mainland immigrants who fled to Taiwan after 1949. We explore what it means for him to reconnect with Taiwan’s local language and culture. Let’s hear his story.

This episode introduces several phrases for asking how to say certain words in Tâi-gí—one of the most common questions non-native speakers ask when learning a new language.

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In this episode, we introduce the Tâi-gí song "A Rainy Night at the Port." This song emerged as an early representative work of Keelung, notable for its music being composed before the lyrics. It has been covered by various artists, including Ang It Hong (洪一峰), Chris Hung (洪榮宏), and Jody Chiang (江蕙). Today, it is a beloved Taiwanese ballad, cherished and sung widely...

In this episode, we’ll explore essential vocabulary for visiting a traditional market in Taiwan.

In this episode, we will learn numbers (from 1 to 10) in Tâi-gí. When shopping at a supermarket, especially a local Taiwanese market, knowing how to say numbers is essential for effective bargaining. If the vendors speak Mandarin, using Tai-gi can help you build a closer relationship with them.  

Let's learn the names of home appliances and furniture in Tâi-g!

We are learning Tâi-gí through the song "Holding You Tightly" by Jody Chiang, the legendary Taiwanese diva who is making a comeback to the stage after a 9-year hiatus.   我欲甲你攬牢牢 因為驚你半暝啊爬起來哭 guá beh kā lí lám tiâu-tiâu, in-uī kiann lí puànn-mî-á peh khí-lâi khàu I want to ho...

Building on what is covered in the previous episode, the program dives deeper into how Taiwanese people talk about leisure and recreational activities in Tai-gi.

This week, we're exploring the world of leisure and recreational activities. Whether you enjoy socializing with friends or prefer a peaceful evening at home, there are endless ways to relax and have fun. Join us as we discover how to express words related to leisure and recreation in Tâi-gí with Ching-en!   1. tshit-thô 𨑨迌 (to hang out) 2. tshiùnn-kua...

This week, we'll continue our journey into the world of Tâi-gí, exploring how to describe different tastes. Today, we’ll introduce even more words you can use in everyday conversations with locals.

Food and gastronomy are essential parts of life, and culinary traditions vary greatly from place to place. When you visit a new country, one of the first cultural shocks and challenges you might face is adapting to the local cuisine and learning how to communicate your preferences in a restaurant. In this episode, Ching-en will introduce you to various ways to describe different tastes in Tai...

Do you love animals or have a pet at home? If so, you might be curious about how some animals are named in Tâi-gí. In this week's lesson, we'll explore the names of various animals in Tai-gi. This episode also introduces the Amis singer Panai Kusui’s song "lâ-lí" (meaning pangolin) from her latest album "iā-pô."