Chinese For Dummies, 3rd Edition

• Grasp grammar and cultural references
• Make small talk, ask for directions, and order food
• Find FREE conversational audio tracks online

Learn to speak Chinese—with ease

If you want to learn Mandarin Chinese to get ahead at school or work—or to make your travel to China easier—this is the handy reference you'll want by your side. Inside, you'll find easy-to-follow coverage of basic grammar, as well as the necessary vocabulary to make introductions and greetings, use proper etiquette, make small talk, make transportation arrangements, order food and beverages, ask directions, deal with money, shop, access recreation, and handle an emergency.

Inside…

• Basic Chinese sounds
• Help with pronunciations
• How verbs work in Chinese
• A look at the p+ny+n system
• Chinese phrases and gestures
• Numbers, times, and measurements
• Jump-start your vocabulary with a two-way mini-dictionary