Survival Chinese: How to Communicate Without Fuss or Fear Instantly!
Master Essential Mandarin Chinese Fast – Perfect for Travelers, Students & Business Professionals!
Struggling to communicate in Mandarin Chinese? Whether you're a traveler, student, or business professional, Survival Chinese is your ultimate pocket guide to speaking Mandarin with confidence—instantly!
Why You Need This Book:
✔ Instant Communication – Quickly learn must-know phrases for everyday situations.
✔ Easy Pronunciation – Every word & phrase includes pinyin + phonetic English spellings (e.g., "yuding" = yuu-deeng).
✔ Practical Sections – Covers greetings, dining, shopping, emergencies, and more!
✔ Chinese Characters Included – Show the text to locals if pronunciation fails.
✔ Beginner-Friendly Guide – Understand basic grammar & sentence structure for deeper learning.
What’s Inside?
🔹 Common Expressions & Key Words – Speak naturally in any scenario.
🔹 Essential Communication Tools – Ask questions, give directions, and bargain like a pro.
🔹 Travel Vocabulary – Navigate airports, hotels, taxis, and tourist spots with ease.
🔹 Build Your Own Sentences – Go beyond phrases and create custom conversations.
Praise for Survival Chinese:
"Learn a few words of Mandarin... has a useful pronunciation guide for Romanized pinyin words." — The Telegraph
About the Author:
Boye Lafayette De Mente, an expert in Asian languages and culture, brings decades of experience to this practical guide. With over 70 books on language and business etiquette, he makes learning Chinese simple and stress-free!
Perfect for:
✅ Travelers to China & Taiwan
✅ Business professionals
✅ Language learners & beginners
✅ Anyone who needs quick, reliable Mandarin phrases
Book Details:
📖 Paperback: 160 pages
📏 Dimensions: 4 x 6 inches (Ultra-portable!)
🌐 Language: English
📅 Publisher: Tuttle Publishing; 2nd Edition (August 5, 2014)
🔢 ISBN-10: 0804844623 | ISBN-13: 978-0804844628
Don’t just memorize—communicate! Grab your copy of Survival Chinese today and speak Mandarin without fear! 🚀
