Fun way to learn to speak Chinese. With over 1.2 billion speakers worldwide — and nearly 3 million in the U.S. alone — Mandarin Chinese ranks as the most widely spoken language in the world. Whether you want to learn this language to advance in school or at work, or to facilitate your travels in China, this is the helpful reference you’ll want by your side.

"Chinese For Dummies" teaches basic grammatical topics as well as the essential vocabulary to make recommendations and greetings, use appropriate etiquette, engage in conversations, arrange transportation, order food and drinks, ask for directions, manage money, shop, access entertainment, and handle emergencies.

• Focuses on Mandarin Chinese and contains new and revised content.
• Includes important updates on all the essential foundational information needed to speak Chinese.
• Covers grammar, verb conjugations, and pronunciations.
• Offers an updated mini-dictionary with even more vocabulary.
• Find free online audio conversation files.

As the Chinese economy continues to grow, the significance of Chinese as a language of commerce will also increase. If you are a student or a professional with a basic understanding of the language, you will be able to surpass your peers in international markets. Start today!

Pages: 400, Year Published: 0831, Dimensions: 18.5x18.5cm