China Phrasebook & Dictionary - Lonely Planet

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Lonely Planet's China Phrasebook & Dictionary is your ultimate travel companion, packed with essential phrases and vocabulary from Cantonese, Mandarin, Tibetan, and other regional dialects. Perfect for navigating conversations, directions, and dining experiences across China.

Your go-to guide for communicating confidently across China’s diverse languages and cultures.

This 3rd edition, released in August 2024, features 384 full-colour pages designed to help you connect with locals and explore with ease. Whether you’re striking up conversations, finding historic landmarks, or ordering dishes at lively markets, this phrasebook has you covered.

Inside, you’ll find:

• Easy-to-navigate sections organised by travel scenarios
• A quick-reference dictionary with 3,500 words for two-way communication
• Survival phrases conveniently located inside the front cover for quick access
• Helpful pronunciation guides to get your message across clearly
• Practical tips on culture, manners, idioms, and phrases with multiple meanings
• Menu decoders to confidently order food and explain allergies
• Conversation starters to help you make new friends
• Essential phrases for everyday and emergency situations
• Special features like “5 Phrases to Learn Before You Go,” “10 Ways to Start a Sentence,” and “10 Phrases to Sound like a Local”
• “Listen For” and “Look For” sections highlighting common spoken phrases and signs
• Shortcuts offering easy-to-remember alternatives to longer expressions
• Q&A sections with suggested responses to typical questions

With this phrasebook in your pocket, you’ll feel confident and ready to dive into the heart of China’s rich cultural tapestry.

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