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by Martha Tang (Author)
Look-up words quickly and easily with this travel size Cantonese phrasebook and dictionary.
Essential Cantonese Phrasebook & Dictionary clearly and concisely presents all the everyday words, phrases and expressions you need when traveling to Hong Kong and Canton (Guangdong). In this accessible phrasebook you'll find:- A pronunciation guide and grammar notes explaining the basic sounds and sentence patterns of the language
- Essential Cantonese expressions for meeting people, asking and answering simple questions, and starting up friendly conversations
- New manga illustrations demonstrating critical phrases in real life situations
- Vocabulary for technology, WiFi, smartphones and social media
- A useful English-Cantonese dictionary, so the right words are at your fingertips
- Travel tips and cultural notes allow you to interact without making social blunders
Author Biography
The Tuttle Publishing Company was established in 1948 in Rutland, Vermont, and Tokyo, Japan, and is today regarded as a premier publisher and seller of books rooted in Asian culture, language and history.
Since its founding in 1948, Tuttle has published more than 6,000 books and today maintains an active backlist of around 2,000 titles. Today, Tuttle publishes 150 new titles each year focusing on Asian Languages, Asian Food & Cooking, Gardening & Flower Arranging, Crafts & Origami, Children's Books, Martial Arts, Asian Literature, Games & Graphic Novels, Asian History & Culture, Health & Fitness, Self-Help & Eastern Religion, Asian Art & Collectibles, Interior Design & Architecture, Travel Guides, Maps, and Business Books. Tuttle products are available in printed formats as well as popular eBook formats.
Number of Pages: 208
Dimensions: 0.6 x 7.5 x 5 IN
Illustrated: Yes
Publication Date: May 08, 2018
