Learn Chinese tones; video

Learn Chinese tones. There are four full tones in Mandarin pronunciation, and one neutral tone. Lets see this video to learn more about chinese tones..

Tones

To speak Mandarin, the first thing is to learn Chinese pronunciation of words using the system known as pinyin.Mandarin Chinese has four pitched tones and a "toneless" tone.Each Chinese word (character) carries a tone. Different tones carry different meanings.





First tone: This is the highest tone you can pronounce in a simple and normal way. It is pronounced with a steady pitch.

Second tone: Rising pitch from low to high.

Third tone: First sinking pitch at the same time as the voice is lowered, followed by a rising pitch and stronger voice.

Forth tone: fast sinking pitch with a sharp end.

Toneless: Relax in your mouth and let the tone fall where it is natural.

Here is a link to practice the tones.