Standard Chinese

Standard Chinese, also known as Mandarin, is the official language of China and Taiwan, and one of the world's most spoken languages. It is based on the Beijing dialect and used in government, media, and education. Standard Chinese features a standardized pronunciation, vocabulary, and grammar, making it a unifying linguistic standard across diverse Chinese dialects. It is written using simplified or traditional Chinese characters and is key to communication within Chinese-speaking communities globally. Overall, Standard Chinese serves as a common linguistic foundation facilitating understanding and interaction across China and among Chinese speakers worldwide.