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Informationen zum Autor McGraw-Hill authors represent the leading experts in their fields and are dedicated to improving the lives, careers, and interests of readers worldwide Klappentext A little Chinese goes a long way. Right away you'll know enough Chinese to: meet people Do you speak English? Ni hui Yingwen ma? (Nee whey Eeng-win ma) get around How do I get to Shanghai? Dao Shanghai zenme zou? (Dow Shang-high dzumma dzow) get a hotel I would like one room with a single bed. Wo xizngyao yige danchuang fang. (Waw syang-yaow ee-ga dan-chwang fang) shop How much is this/that? Zhège/nàge duoshao qián? (Jay-ga/na-ga daw-show chyenn) Just Enough Chinese covers all the essential travel topics so you can communicate quickly and easily in any situation. Zusammenfassung A suitable companion for traveling - especially if you are a first-timer with little or no foreign language experience! this book packs all the punch of bigger references into a user-friendly format. It covers everything from days! months! currencies! and clothing sizes to food! shelter! and medical assistance. Inhaltsverzeichnis Everyday Expressions Crossing the Border Meeting People Asking Directions The Tourist Information Office Accommodations General Shopping Shop Talk Shopping for Food Eating and Drinking Out Health Problems: Complaints, Loss, and Theft The Post Office Telephoning Cashing Checks and Saving Money Automobile Travel Public Transportation Leisure and Entertainment Asking if Things Are Allowed Reference Do It Yourself: Some Notes on the Language