Synopses & Reviews
Complete Chinese: The Basics teaches the essentials of Mandarin Chinese language and usage, beginning with simple words and progressing to complex phrases and sentences.
This book can be purchased alone or as part of the complete course package which also includes a CD with 3 hours of recordings, a learner's dictionary, and a bonus wallet phrase card.
KEY FEATURES:
·All text is in the pinyin alphabet, the standard phonetic alphabet used for Chinese, so learning is faster and easier
·100 basic Chinese characters in a Grammar Summary at the end of the course
·Additional reference sections on letter-writing tips, e-mail etiquette notes and internet resources
·Special supplemental vocabulary sections cover topics from "Family and Relationships" to "On the Job" to "Sports and Recreation" and "Around Town"
Also available: Complete Chinese (CD Package, ISBN 1-4000-2272-X) and Complete Chinese Learner's Dictionary (ISBN 1-4000-2274-6)
Synopsis
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) in 4 Simple Steps.
With Living Language Complete Chinese: The Basics, you’ll start by learning words, and then you’ll progress to phrases, sentences, and conversations. This simple four-step building block approach will have you speaking with confidence right from the beginning, and you’ll be able to learn gradually and effectively. If you’re confident in your pronunciation, then this coursebook includes everything you need - vocabulary, grammar, culture, and practice.
This comprehensive coursebook includes:
• 40 step-by-step lessons
• Practical vocabulary and authentic everyday usage
• Simple explanations and plenty of examples
• Supplemental sections, including e-mail and internet resources
• A comprehensive grammar reference section
Synopsis
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) in 4 Simple Steps.
With "Living Language Complete Chinese: The Basics," you'll start by learning words, and then you'll progress to phrases, sentences, and conversations. This simple four-step building block approach will have you speaking with confidence right from the beginning, and you'll be able to learn gradually and effectively. If you're confident in your pronunciation, then this coursebook includes everything you need - vocabulary, grammar, culture, and practice.
This comprehensive coursebook includes:
- 40 step-by-step lessons
- Practical vocabulary and authentic everyday usage
- Simple explanations and plenty of examples
- Supplemental sections, including e-mail and internet resources
- A comprehensive grammar reference section