Expat Advice: Culture Shock in Wuhan, China, China
Submitted by ResearchTeam
What is the name of the city or town that you are reporting on?
Wuhan, 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 Wuhan. Since the locals primarily speak Mandarin Chinese or the local dialect Wu, having knowledge of the language will make daily life easier, as it's necessary to converse at the grocery store, bank and other places. Knowing the language will also be absolutely necessary when you need to explain your medical condition or when dealing with administrative issues. Finally, it will help you to better understand and get immersed in the local culture of Wuhan.
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