Intended for use by students, tourists, and business people traveling to China, Periplus Pocket Mandarin Chinese Dictionary is an essential tool for communication and a great way to learn Chinese. It features all the essential Chinese vocabulary appropriate for beginning to intermediate students. It's handy pocket format and easy-to read type will make any future trip to China much easier.  In addition to being an excellent English to Mandarin dictionary and Mandarin to English dictionary Periplus Pocket Mandarin Chinese Dictionary contains important notes on the Chinese language, Chinese grammar, and proper Mandarin pronunciation.