Cantonese book betty hung

She has worked on many textbooks and dictionaries about cantonese, mandarin and chinese characters. Written chinese was originally developed for classical chinese, citation needed and was the main literary language of china until the 19th century. You might also like to try a short cut to cantonese yinping cream lee. Cantonese grammar book basic cantonese if youre really intent on getting a reference book, i have to recommend the classical basic cantonese grammar text by virginia yip and steven matthews. Written cantonese is the written form of cantonese, the most complete written form of chinese after that for mandarin chinese and classical chinese. A cantonese book with mp3 cd chan kwok kin, hung betty. Buy a cantonese book by kin, chan kwok, hung, betty isbn. Buy phrases in cantonese book online at best prices in india on. Feb 09, 2012 linda and shannons acceptance speeches are entirely in cantonese. Buy phrases in cantonese book online at low prices in. Cantonese express english cantonese classified phrase book by betty hung paperback, 162 pages, published 1996 by greenwood press,hong kong isbn.

English discussion from the chowhound home cooking, san francisco food community. Cantonesehow to study cantonese wikibooks, open books. If this is not an option, it is also offered on amazon, but not on every amazon. Separated from the mainland, the cantonese of southern china have preserved many chinese traditions lost in china, adapting them to their lives in the modern metropolises of asia and the chinatowns of western countries. Make offer a cantonese book by betty hung cassettes only with case.

Talk to me in cantonese by betty hung paperback book see other available editions description no description is available. Written vernacular chinese first appeared in the 17th century and a written form of. Jun 19, 2017 cantonese grammar book basic cantonese if youre really intent on getting a reference book, i have to recommend the classical basic cantonese grammar text by virginia yip and steven matthews. A comparison between written chinese and cantonese chinese and english edition 2008. Interactive cantonese by betty hung book with 3 cds is a useful starter. While the term cantonese specifically refers to the prestige variety, it is often used to refer to the entire yue subgroup of. Greenwood press books from this publisher isbns begin with. A good cantonese book for selfstudy is no sweat cantonese by amy leung. Most of this body of poetry has used classical chinese grammars, but composed with cantonese phonology in mind and thus needs to be chanted using the cantonese language in order to rhyme. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. Discover book depositorys huge selection of betty hung books online. Nov 25, 2015 read the cantonesehong kong cookbooks preferably.

Matthews and yip present a fresh and accessible description of the contemporary language. It highlights the key building blocks of sentence structure, leaving. However, as in the two previous editions, the style remains simple, practical and interesting. A comprehensive grammar comprehensive grammars cantonese. Speak cantonese, book 3 huang pofei far eastern publications 305 27,20 teach yourself complete cantonese for beginner to intermed. Click and collect from your local waterstones or get free uk delivery on orders over. A cantonese for sale military collectibles for sale. A cantonese book with mp3 cd chan kwok kin, hung betty other titles by this author.

Linda and shannons acceptance speeches are entirely in cantonese. This, the third edition, adds more dialogue and diversified exercises. It is commercially available in hong kong and it comes with an audio cd for pronunciation. Buy a cantonese book by chan kwok kin, betty hung isbn. Betty hung is an assistant lecturer in the school of chinese at the university of. Price new from used from paperback, december 31, 1995 please retry. A cantonese english and english cantonese glossary.

China books a cantonese book with mp3 cd chan kwok. Cantonese express englishcantonese classified phrase book by betty hung paperback, 162 pages, published 1996 by greenwood press,hong kong isbn. City university of hong kong information on a course. We used a cantonese book by chan kwok kin and betty hung who both teach chinese at hong kong university. This course is meant for people who have some prior knowledge of cantonese and have a strong desire to learn and a need for its use as soon as possible. May 14, 2010 learn cantonese with 491,390 views 21. If you are truly serious about becoming fluent in cantonese then you need to study more than just this book. In the class we used it entirely without bothering with chinese characters, but the book provides both, romanized and chinese phrases for. It is suitable for complete beginners and those who are interested in broadening their daily vocabulary.

This book is for learners of cantonese who aim to take their knowledge of the language beyond the phrase book level. Cantonese is a variety of chinese originating from the city of guangzhou also known as canton and its surrounding area in southeastern china. We use cookies to give you the best possible experience. There are also collections of ebooks, ejournals available from the cityu library.

The only drawback is they dont use characters and they use yale in the book, which i found frustrating to read, but its an excellent text that. A comprehensive grammar was designed as a reference book, basic cantonese is more pedagogical in orientation. Compulsory readings can include books, book chapters, or journalmagazine articles. Get it today with same day delivery, order pickup or drive up. Cantonese sounds arent that different to english ones, although there are some unique vowel combinations. Subs by marten go additional photos, info and artwork please visit our bruce lee facebook fan page. Pageone also has a shop at the top 9f of times square if that is any easier for you to get to. Discover book depositorys huge selection of greenwood press hong kong books online. A cantonese book by chan kwok kin 19961201 by chan kwok kin. Total beginner cantonese basic cantonese classes san.

The book is organised by both syntactic categories and language functions, providing comprehensive treatment of grammatical structures and paying special attention to idiom and speech registers. Talk to me in cantonese hong kong university press. Search for library items search for lists search for contacts search for a library. Great news to hear youre interested in learning cantonese. Discover china work book 1, 1st edition bfw high school. Phrases in cantonese can be found like all good books in appropriate hongkong book stores, if it hasnt been sold out already. This book is the most comprehensive, selfplaced material in cantonese learning available today. A cantonese book by betty hung cassettes only with case. This book is a sequel to a cantonese book, a popular textbook designed for. Betty hung get textbooks new textbooks used textbooks. The biggest challenge for english speakers is the tonal system, but with a bit of practice youll find cantonese quite easy to pronounce. Buy a cantonese book by chan kwok kin, betty hung from waterstones today.

First edition 0 betty hung discover china workbook 1 is an accompanying workbook to discover china student book 1, designed for beginner teenageadult level learners of mandarin chinese. The book provides phrases and short sentences, exactly what you need in. The pronunciation of cantonese words in mainland china and hong kong is essentially the same. This book is the most comprehensive, selfplaced material in cantonese learning available. There is very little quality resources for learning cantonese, but this book is very much worth it. The book is organised by both syntactic categories and language functions, providing comprehensive. The bestselling guide to the etiquette and customs of hong kong and other southeast asian cities. Cantonese culture goodreads meet your next favorite book.

Is jyutping accepted as the best way to learn cantonese. A cantonese book with mp3 chan kwok kin, betty hung. The hong kong polytechnic university subject description form. See more ideas about art, coloring books and color. Workbook 1 is suitable for both inclass and selfstudy use. Interactive cantonese by betty hung, 9789622791961, available at book depository with free delivery worldwide. Greenwood press books from this publisher isbns begin. Search for library items search for lists search for. Street cantonese paperback december 31, 1995 by betty hung author see all formats and editions hide other formats and editions. Im going to repurpose a reply i wrote a while back to someone else who directly inquired. A comprehensive grammar comprehensive grammars virginia yip, stephen matthews. Miss hung pik yi betty school of chinese, university of.