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Hi, my name is Gabriel Ocampo Luces.
I've lived in China for more than 10 years, as a student and as a professional, and today I run my own international trade company. At Chinese Flow, I want to make your trip to China and your Mandarin learning easier. Have questions? Contact me directly.
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Resources designed for Spanish speakers who want to learn Chinese from scratch: free HSK vocabulary lists available today and, coming soon, video courses, SRS flashcards, printable worksheets and more.
Digital Courses
Video lessons to learn Chinese from scratch to HSK 6. Pronunciation, tones, writing and grammar.
See resources โSRS Flashcards
Spaced repetition flashcards for mastering Chinese vocabulary and characters. Anki compatible.
See resources โPrintable Sheets
Printable writing practice sheets, character grids, and vocabulary lists.
See resources โVocabulary Lists
Vocabulary organized by HSK level, topic, and frequency of use. Ideal for preparing for the official exam.
See resources โEssential Phrases
Most Used Chinese Phrases for Travelers, Business, and Everyday Conversations, with Pinyin and Translation.
See resources โPronunciation Guide
Visual guides to the four Mandarin tones with phonetic comparisons for Spanish speakers.
See resources โHSK vocabulary, ready to download.
Official vocabulary lists for each HSK level, as PDFs: Chinese characters, pinyin, Spanish meanings and example sentences. Free, no fine print.
HSK 1: 150 Essential Chinese Words with Example Sentences (Spanish Edition)
Just starting to learn Mandarin Chinese and not sure where to begin?HSK 1 is the first level of the most wi...
HSK 2: 150 Essential Chinese Words with Example Sentences (Spanish Edition)
HSK 2 expands your vocabulary with 150 new words for comparisons, feelings, routines and real everyday situ...
HSK 3: 300 Essential Chinese Words with Example Sentences (Spanish Edition)
HSK 3 is where Chinese starts to feel like a real language: you can describe experiences, give your opinion...
HSK 4: 600 Essential Chinese Words with Example Sentences (Spanish Edition)
HSK 4 marks the step up to intermediate Chinese: vocabulary to talk about a wide range of topics, back up y...
HSK 5: 1,300 Essential Chinese Words with Example Sentences (Spanish Edition)
HSK 5 is the level where Chinese becomes a real tool for work and study: vocabulary to read newspapers and ...
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Your next trip to China
Travel guides, practical tips and everything I learned living in China, so your first trip feels like your second.
A piece of China, wherever you are.
Designs inspired by Shanghai, Xi'an, Guilin, Chengdu and other cities I've traveled in person. T-shirts and tote bags with the real China, no tourist clichรฉs.
T-Shirts
Skylines of Shanghai, Xi'an, Guilin and more Chinese cities, on premium cotton. A souvenir you'll actually wear.
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Canvas totes with vintage illustrations of Chinese cities: the souvenir that becomes your everyday bag.
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With Galium Cargo, our partner logistics company, we buy, consolidate and ship your goods from China to your door.
Supplier Sourcing
We find and verify reliable factories on Alibaba and 1688 for your business.
Purchasing Agent
We negotiate with suppliers, manage your orders and check samples before shipping.
Cargo Consolidation
We combine orders from several suppliers into a single shipment to save you time and money.
Shipping & Logistics
Ocean and air freight, customs paperwork and cargo insurance all the way to your destination.
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Chinese Flow Blog
40+ articles about Chinese, China, culture, food and travel.
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Internet Slang: The Words Young Chinese People Use Online
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The Ideal Itinerary for Your First Trip to China
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The Chinese Attitude Toward Life
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Chinese Table Manners: An Essential Etiquette Guide
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What Food Do Chinese People NOT Eat?
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When I tell people I've been living in Shanghai for more than eleven years, the most common reaction is a mix of surprise and curiosity: eleven years? Don't you miss home? Why...
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Social Insurance for Foreigners in China 2026: What You P...
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How to Order Food in China with the Eleme App
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