A guide to illustrated dictionaries for everyday use. A photographic manual with essential words and phrases in Chinese. This attractive pocket book is the ideal companion for travel and provides a practical guide to China, as well as its language and culture. Everyday words are organized into thematic sections with carefully selected updated images to illustrate the essential words and phrases, while an English-Chinese index helps you quickly find words as you learn. Transcription is provided for all words and phrases in Mandarin Chinese to facilitate pronunciation. 3,000 essential words and phrases for modern life in China are at your disposal, covering topics such as food and drink, household life, work and school, shopping, sports and leisure, transportation, technology, and the environment. Attention has been given to representing modern Chinese culture and enhancing your experience of China and its people, including customs, holidays, and festivals. Additionally, you can download free audio to hear native speakers pronounce the word for each image and achieve perfect pronunciation. Collins and Quizlet have teamed up to provide you with digital learning resources that include flashcards, quizzes, and games to help you understand the vocabulary presented in the Collins Mandarin Chinese Visual Dictionary. Learn vocabulary quickly with one of Quizlet's seven different study methods.