Learn and Speak Chinese Easily
A practical guide to mastering the Chinese language
Unlock the power of Chinese with ease and confidence.
What you'll learn
- Basic vocabulary and phrases
- Essential grammar rules
- Effective pronunciation techniques
- Cultural context of the language
- Practical conversation skills
- Strategies for continuous learning
About this book
This book serves as a comprehensive resource for anyone looking to learn or refresh their Chinese language skills. It offers a structured approach that simplifies the complexities of the language, making it accessible for beginners and a valuable tool for those looking to enhance their proficiency.
With engaging exercises and real-life examples, readers will find themselves immersed in the language, gaining not only vocabulary but also cultural insights that are essential for effective communication. Whether for travel, business, or personal growth, this book equips you with the necessary tools to navigate the world of Chinese with confidence.
Who this book is for
- Beginners wanting to learn Chinese
- Travelers preparing for trips to China
- Professionals seeking to enhance communication skills
- Students studying the Chinese language
- Language enthusiasts looking to expand their knowledge
Why read this book
- User-friendly structure for easy learning
- Real-life examples to enhance understanding
- Engaging exercises for practical application
- Cultural insights to enrich language skills
About the language
Mandarin Chinese is the largest language of the Sino-Tibetan family and the official language of China and Taiwan, and one of the official languages of Singapore. It has about 1.18 billion speakers and more native speakers than any other language.
Where it is spoken
China, Taiwan, Singapore
Writing system
It is written in Chinese characters, each standing for a meaning or syllable, today usually from left to right.
Quick facts
- Mandarin is a tonal language with 4 main tones that change a word's meaning.
- Verbs do not change for tense or person.
- Mainland China uses simplified characters, while Taiwan uses traditional ones.
- Chinese is one of the six official languages of the United Nations.
Why learn it
- Working in trade and imports with China, a top trading partner of many Arab countries.
- Applying for scholarships at Chinese universities.
- Communicating with Chinese tourists and investors in the Arab world.
Words shared with Arabic
- kāfēi — coffee; came through European languages, ultimately from Arabic qahwa.
Comes with the book: the «Learn and Speak Easily» app
The book teaches you the word; the app trains you to say it. Open the app with your easyT account and practise every word and phrase in the book out loud.
2,208 words and phrases to practise in this book
Hear the right pronunciation
Every word and phrase in the book, spoken clearly, at normal speed or slowly.
Say it and get corrected
Tap the microphone and say the word — the app tells you right away whether you got it or came close.
The book's own chapters
Same chapters in the same order, with the word, its pronunciation in Arabic letters, its meaning and the book page.
A quiz after every chapter
Quick questions on what you learned; the app keeps your best score and your progress per chapter.
App details
- Free for everyone who bought the book, printed or digital
- Every language is open to Premium subscribers
- Sign in with your easyT account
- Works offline after a language is opened once
- Checking runs on your phone — your voice is never recorded or stored
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