Unravel the riddle of Chinese script Finally overcome that major obstacle stopping you from learning Mandarin Chinese--comprehending its alphabet "Your First 100 Words in Chinese" introduces you to its alphabet and basic vocabulary in easy-to-remember bites. Each word includes its pinyin romanization, English meaning, and an illustration, so you can visualize a word and remember what it means Get started on the path to Chinese proficiency and: Learn 100 words in eight basic topics--around the house, animals, around town, clothes, opposites, and more Use Scriptbreaker Tips to help you crack the code as you read Chinese words Speak Chinese confidently with help from the pronunciation guide and native speakers on audio CD Sharpen your knowledge of Chinese words, meanings, and pronunciations through audio games and tear-out flashcards Practice new expressions introduced on the audio CD Take the first step to reading and speaking in a new language with "Your First 100 Words in Chinese."