Expat Advice: Culture Shock in Shanghai, China, China

What is the name of the city or town that you are reporting on?

Shanghai, China

If they speak another language in your new country, do you speak the language? If yes, did you learn the language before you moved or while abroad? If no, are you planning to learn the language?

Learning the language is essential when living in Shanghai. Knowing the language can help make everyday life much easier, from ordering food to finding your way around. With a good grasp of the language, it is easier to make friends with locals as well as navigate everyday life. Additionally, speaking the language creates a much richer experience while living in the city and is the key to exploring and discovering the culture, cuisine and sites of Shanghai.