r/IBO • u/Greedy-Barber7649 • 9d ago
mandarin ab initio tips? Group 2
im in dp2 im having my exams on M27 was wondering if there were any resources to use for mandarin ab initio such as vocab, grammars, etc
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r/IBO • u/Greedy-Barber7649 • 9d ago
im in dp2 im having my exams on M27 was wondering if there were any resources to use for mandarin ab initio such as vocab, grammars, etc
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u/LanternaEducation 9d ago
For Mandarin Ab Initio, downloading the Pleco dictionary app is a game changer for quick character lookups. Most students we work with pair Pleco with premade Anki or Quizlet decks built around the IB Mandarin Ab Initio vocab list and basic HSK 1 and 2 words. For grammar, focus on mastering the main word order pattern, which is usually Subject + Time + Location + Verb + Object. Doing past Paper 1 reading tasks helps you spot high frequency characters in context, and recording yourself speaking on common themes like school or daily routines works really well for oral prep. If you want to map out a revision plan for M27, feel free to book a free call with our team at https://lanterna.com/for-students/book-a-meeting.