Essential Mandarin Chinese Phrasebook & Dictionary presents the practical language of everyday interactions, conveyed in a way that's clear, concise, accessible and enjoyable. Over 1,500 essential sentences for everyday use; a glossary containing over 2,000 terms and expressions; a handy format for finding the information you need quickly and easily; latest Chinese vocabulary and phrases for smartphones, social media and more.

"With new Manga illustrations" -- Cover.

The basics -- Meet and greet -- Small talk -- Eating out -- Getting around -- Arrival and departure -- A place to stay -- Money matters -- Mail, phone and internet -- Shopping -- Tourist activities -- Sports activities -- Health matters -- Emergencies -- English-Mandarin Chinese dictionary.