Colloquial Cantonese is a practical course in everyday Cantonese requiring no prior knowledge of the language. It is ideal for anyone seeking to develop a sound command of contemporary Cantonese whether studying independently or with a teacher. The book is divided into 15 lessons which introduce the core functions needed for communicating effectively in Cantonese. The lessons range from telling the time and ordering food to speaking on the telephone and discussing travel experiences. The course includes: a pronunciation guide, useful and up-to-date vocabulary, situation-based conversations, aspects of Cantonese culture and customs, clear concise grammar, notes, special reference to idiomatic expressions, a wide variety of exercises with answer key introduction to Chinese characters, a Cantonese-English and English-Cantonese glossary; and a grammar index.
By Keith S. T. Tong and Gregory James, Paperback, 250 Pages, 5.25'' x 8.5''
