Fujianese-English/English-Fujianese Dictionary & Phrasebook (Hippocrene Dictionary & Phrasebook)

Fujianese is used by more than 47 million native speakers, mainly in China and Taiwan. It has become one of the most common Chinese languages abroad, spoken widely in Malaysia, Singapore, Indonesia, the Philippines, and the United States. Originating from the Fujian province on the southeastern coast of China, Fujianese (or Hokkien) is a part of the Min Nan family of Chinese dialects.


One of the most linguistically diverse areas in China, Fujian is also home to a rich cultural heritage. It is the source of oolong and Fuzhou jasmine teas and Fujian cooking, a seafood-centered cuisine that is one of the eight Chinese culinary styles. Fujian s expanding urban center thrives on trade and manufacturing.


This unique, two-part resource provides travelers to south China with the tools they need to communicate in Fujianese and experience the region fully. The bilingual dictionary has a concise vocabulary for daily use, and the phrasebook allows instant communication, from introducing yourself to finding a doctor.


Ideal for businesspeople, travelers, and students, this guide includes:

• 4,000 dictionary entries
  
• Phonetics that are intuitive for English speakers
  
• Essential phrases on topics such as transportation, dining out, and business
  
• Concise grammar and pronunciation sections