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Is There Any Difference in Mandarin Between Mainland China and Taiwan?

By: MAMA Mandarin

If you’re learning Mandarin, you may have noticed that there are references to Mainland Chinese Mandarin and Taiwanese Mandarin. While both use the same foundational language, there are key differences in pronunciation, vocabulary, writing system, and even tone. So, is Mandarin in China and Taiwan the same? The answer is: mostly yes—but with noticeable differences.