Basic Cantonese

<p><em>Basic Cantonese</em> introduces the essentials of Cantonese grammar in a straightforward and systematic way. </p><p>Each of the 28 units deals with a grammatical topic and provides associated exercises designed to put grammar into a communicative context. Special attention is paid to topics which differ from English and European language structures.</p><p>This new edition features:</p><p><em>•</em> clear accessible format</p><p>• lively examples to illustrate each grammar point</p><p>• informative keys to all exercises</p><p>• glossary of grammatical terms</p><p><em>Basic Cantonese</em> is ideal for students new to the language. Together with its sister volume<em> Intermediate Cantonese</em> it forms a structured course of the essentials of Cantonese grammar.</p>