Have you ever wondered why someone in Taiwan says “等一下” but then shows up an hour later? Or why 12 a.m. is still considered an early bedtime? 😴

In this episode, Mindy and Joeru talk all about time perception in Taiwan — how people define “early,” “late,” “fast,” and “slow,” and how it shapes everyday life and language.

✨ This episode ran away from me — but in the best way! It’s a bit longer than our usual Bitesize chat, so take your time, pause when you need, and enjoy the ride 🎧

In this episode, we cover:
– What “time sense” (時間觀念) really means in Taiwanese culture
– Why words like 最近、好幾天、等一下 can feel super vague
– How upbringing, work life, and culture affect people’s idea of punctuality
– Fun examples from daily life: sleep, dinner time, marriage age, and more!

🗣 Listener Challenge:
What’s your definition of “on time”? ⏰ Is it different in your home country vs. in Taiwan? DM us or tag us in your IG Story @bitesize.chinese — we’d love to hear your take!

🎙️ The Bitesize Chinese Podcast helps you bridge the gap between classroom Mandarin and how people actuallyspeak — with all the quirks, slang, and culture that come with it. Each bi-weekly episode is a bite-sized challenge designed to stretch your skills and bring you from intermediate to almost advanced — one conversation at a time. Tune in, take a bite, and keep growing with us! 🎧💬

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Ep.148 台灣人的時間觀念 🕒⏰ How Taiwanese People Really Think About Time