Basic Cantonese introduces the essentials of Cantonese grammar in a straightforward and systematic way.Each of the 28 units deals with a grammatical topic and provides associated exercises, designed to put grammar into a communicative context.Special attention is paid to topics which differ from English and European language structures. This new edition features:• clear, accessible format• lively examples to illustrate each grammar point• informative keys to all exercises• glossary of grammatical termsBasic Cantonese is ideal for students new to the language.Together with its sister volume, Intermediate Cantonese, it forms a structured course of the essentials of Cantonese grammar.