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Introduction
Introduction
This is a website for participants of the Cantonese Language Basics at the Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library. This page will have slides and notes from the various lessons that happened.
Cantonese is a dialect and verbal spoken language. Some grammar may be mentioned as a note. No written Chinese is going to be formally taught.
The goal of these sessions is not for fluency, but for basic conversation and recognition of tones.
In the lessons, you will be seeing Jyut6 ping3 which is Romanized English spelling for how to speak Cantonese. You will also see traditional Chinese characters, because it will be a tool for teachers and non-Cantonese Chinese speakers to differentiate what is spoken Cantonese. Because for instance, as a Cantonese speaker I may not understand spoken Mandarin, but if I see written Chinese characters, I can gauge what they're saying. (L.Yau)
Cantonese is a fun language to speak and it helps with the identity of many people that lives in New York City.
Following every class, we will publish the classes slides and notes.
Langauge Learning Electronic Database Resources Accessible with NYPL Library Card
Mango Languages
Beyond SNFL Cantonese Conversation, with your New York Public Library card, check out Mango Languages as a resource to practice and hear Cantonese conversation. Create a profile with your own email, and get access to 20+ more free lessons. Jyu ping is used here.
Transparent Langue
New Fall 2024
With your New York Public Library card, check out this resource in addition to Mango, to practice and hear Cantonese conversation. Establishing a profile is similar to Mango. This is good for practicing with activities. Caution, jyu ping is not used here.
Other Programs or Resources for Cantonese learning .
Asian Language Exchange and Social Network View their newsletter for Cantonese learning information.
New York Chinese School This is information for the Chinese Consolidated Benevolent Association at 62 Mott Street.
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