Indonesian Student Studying Chinese in Taiwan
Perubahan, Indonesia
1
How did first become interested in learning Chinese?
為什麼對學中文有興趣？
When I was a kid I used to watch Chinese TV programs with my family. I asked the older people in my family about the conversations from the Chinese TV programs because a lot of words I couldn’t understand. During this period, I got used to it. I had the emotions on Chinese language. So I hoped one day my Chinese would as good as my native language.
2
When did you first think of coming to Taiwan?
第一次想來台灣的想法是什麼時候發生的？
I often watched TV programs from Taiwan, so that’s why I always had a special fondness for Taiwan! In addition, my parents agreed because they had been to Taiwan before. Taiwan’s society, culture and educational levels made a good impression on them.
3
When you first arrived did you speak Chinese at all?
剛到台灣的時候，會說中文嗎？
Although I had studied Chinese in Indonesia, I still couldn’t speak Chinese fluently when I first arrived in Taiwan. I could only speak Chinese very slowly and then switch to English sometimes. I think it is because of the environment: In Indonesia I would use Chinese everyday but few opportunities to practice actually conversing. So, when I first arrived in Taiwan, facing a total Chinese environment, I could barely speak. But after few days, I felt better.
4
Is it easy to live in Taiwan?
在台灣生活容易嗎？
Yes! Taiwan is very easy to live in! For example, transportation in Taiwan is convenient and safe. Lots of stores everywhere. Clean air and a safe society.
5
How many hours per week do you have class?
一周上幾小時華語課？
15 hours Chinese language class per week.
6
Would you say your university has a welcoming environment for overseas students?
文化大學的學習環境對外國學生好不好，為什麼?
I chose Chinese Culture University because of a friend’s advice. He said that Chinese Culture University has a cheap tuition and well-structured courses. I took his advice and enrolled and…he was right!! In Chinese Culture University, we not only learn Chinese but also understand the real Chinese culture. I think it is helpful to know the culture when learning the language. Furthermore, the Mandarin Learning Center at Chinese Culture University provides many different kinds of Chinese classes for students to choose from!
7
What’s the best thing about Taiwan?
認為台灣最好的事物為何？
I consider the best thing in Taiwan is the transportation. It is convenient and easy to understand.
8
How long will you stay?
預計在台灣待多久？
I planned for studying Chinese well in Taiwan and find a job in Taiwan also learn some experiences. But there were some private matters, I could only stay in Taiwan for half a year(two semesters). Now it’s half way of the second semester, so there is about one month will I go back to my countries.
9
How will studying Chinese further your goals?
你要怎麼使用中文來幫助你實現或達到你的目標?
My goal is to learn Chinese well. Although I am leaving Taiwan, I will still learn Chinese. I hope my job will have some relations with Chinese in the future.
What kind of job would you like to get?
Hopefully as a translator.
Though I think it will be easier to get a post as a Chinese teacher.
What kind of job would you like to get?
Hopefully as a translator.
Though I think it will be easier to get a post as a Chinese teacher.
10
How would you respond to people who say it’s too expensive to study overseas?
有些外國學生覺得學費太貴，對於這件事你的想法是什麼嗎？
I think it depends on how we look at it. If we seize the opportunity to learn Chinese well, then the cost is clearly worth it.
11
What three reasons would you give to other people in your country for coming to study Chinese in Taiwan?
請說出三大理由，推薦給您母國的其他想來台學華語的人？
1. Taiwan’s environment is good for foreigners. The transportation is very convenient.
2. People use traditional Chinese character, it’s more meaningful.
3. There are many things worth seeing in Taiwan and also the food is delicious!
2. People use traditional Chinese character, it’s more meaningful.
3. There are many things worth seeing in Taiwan and also the food is delicious!