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Episode 31 - Intermediate: 成語：水滴石穿 Shuǐ dī shí chuān
We often use the idiom 「水滴石穿」(shuǐ dī shí chuān) to encourage perseverance and hard work. But have you ever thought about how it also applies to human relationships? In this heartfelt intermediate-level episode, Christine shares a story about how quiet persistence transformed a cold work relationship into a genuine friendship.

Through daily greetings, small conversations, and steady sincerity, she discovers that true change doesn’t come from grand gestures — but from patience, kindness, and time. You’ll learn how to describe emotional shifts, subtle interactions, and the power of not giving up in natural, expressive Mandarin.

Along the way, you’ll also explore the original meaning of this idiom — dating back to the Spring and Autumn period — and how it reminds us that consistency can outlast strength, both in study and in life.

✨ Perfect for learners around HSK 3-4 especially if you want to move beyond everyday situations and start expressing feelings, relationships, and reflection in Mandarin.

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