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Learn Mandarin 1 is designed as a textbook at the beginner level. It may be used as a self-learning material too. Over 200 words and expressions are introduced in eight lessons to provide learners with common, useful vocabulary for daily communication. As an excellent resource on basic Chinese, it is suitable for non-native speakers, especially university students, as well as adult learners.
KEY FEATURES
• Introductory lessons on Hanyu Pinyin (Chinese phonetics) and Chinese characters provide basic, useful knowledge of the language.
• Main lessons cover everyday topics such as greetings, social expressions, introducing oneself and family members, telling dates and time, and food and drinks.
• Succinct notes on Chinese grammar make accessible the complexities of the language.
• Supplementary tips draw connections with other forms of language usage.
• Cultural notes offer interesting insights into Chinese customs, traditions and way of life.
• Oral and written exercises such as role-play, daily conversations and simple grammar practices reinforce learning.
• Rich appendices support students with varying learning needs - Hanyu Pinyin chart, local food, useful phrases and expressions, etc.

《活学活用华语》是初学者设计的教科书。它也可以用作自学习材料。八个课程介绍了超过200个单词和表达方式，为学习者提供日常沟通中常用的有用词汇。作为基础汉语的优秀资源，适合非母语人士，特别是大学生以及成人学习者。

TABLE OF CONTENTS:
Common Classroom Expressions 课堂常用语句
Introduction 1: Hanyu Pinyin 汉语拼音
Introduction 2: Chinese Characters 汉字
Lesson 1: Hello 你好
Lesson 2: Sorry, I am late 对不起，我迟到了
Lesson 3: Happy Birthday 生日快乐
Lesson 4: What is your name? 你叫什么名字？
Lesson 5: I love my family members我爱我的家人 
Lesson 6: When is your birthday? 你的生日是几月几号？
Lesson 7: What is the time now? 现在几点了？
Lesson 8: I like to eat fried rice 我喜欢吃炒饭