Complete Cantonese Beginner to Intermediate Course: Learn to read, write, speak and understand a new language

by Hugh D.R. Baker, Pui-Kei Ho

Complete Cantonese is a comprehensive book and audio language course that takes you from beginner to intermediate level.The new edition of this successful course has been fully revised and is packed with new learning features to give you the language, practice and skills to communicate with confidence.-Maps from A1 to B1 of the Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR) for languages-22 learning units plus four review sections and grammar summary-Discovery Method - figure out rules and patterns to make the language stick-Teaches the key skills - reading, listening and speaking-Learn to learn - tips and skills on how to be a better language learner-Culture notes - learn about the people and places of Hong Kong and Southern China-Outcomes-based learning - focus your studies with clear aims-Authentic listening activities - everyday conversations give you a flavour of real spoken Cantonese-Test Yourself - see and track your own progress

Genres: Reference, Language

432 pages, Hardcover

First published January 1, 2006

Reviews

[Simon Pridmore · Rating 5 out of 5]

Very good for a beginner or someone like me, who learned to speak Cantonese some years ago and needed a refresher.

[Kab · Rating 4 out of 5]

3.5 A rare English-to-Cantonese textbook that includes dialogue and vocabulary with Chinese characters. There are unfortunately racist illustrations throughout the book in addition to some backwards conversations. As a language learning resource the vocabulary in use and grammar points are excellent. However, the exercises only in romanised characters are useless. I haven't found a better alternative.