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Teach yourself Mandarin in just 12 weeks with this fun-filled language course. DK's 15 Minute Language is the perfect course for busy people who want to learn Mandarin fast. The 12 themed chapters are broken down into easy-to-follow 15-minute daily lessons spanning a range of practical themes, including: leisure, business, food and drink, travel, and shopping. Each lesson combines vocabulary and grammar essentials with attractive full-colour images, making it quick, easy, and fun to learn new Mandarin vocabulary. There is no writing or homework - you simply use the cover flaps to hide the answers to exercises and test yourself as you learn. Each chapter ends with a review module so you can track your progress and identify areas where you need further practice. Fancy becoming a pro at the language? Then, get stuck in to discover: -Annotated photographic scenes and word lists make it easy to learn and remember new vocabulary. -12 fun chapters, each designed to take a week to master, providing an easy-to-follow structure for new learners. -Easy-to-use pronunciation guide for every word, plus a dictionary and menu guide at the back of the book. -Regular review modules to help you track progress and assess how well you have learned the vocabulary in each chapter The course includes a free audio app that enables you to hear Mandarin words and phrases spoken by native speakers. Use the app alongside the book's easy-to-use pronunciation guides to perfect your pronunciation and practise Mandarin conversation in real-life situations. Whether you're a complete beginner or just in need of a refresher course, there's no easier way to learn Mandarin than with 15-minute Mandarin. At DK, we believe in the power of discovery. So why stop there? Learn more languages with DK's 15-minute guides to French, Spanish, Arabic and more!