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Definition
Linguaphone; an international language training provider.
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How it's used
Linguaphone was a household name in Hong Kong for decades, synonymous with home-based language learning through audio tapes and records. While the physical institution has faded from the daily landscape, the name remains a cultural touchstone for older generations who associate it with the era of self-improvement through structured audio courses.
Examples
Did you study at Linguaphone when you were a kid?
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Grammar guides
- TonesCantonese has six tones, and the tones can change in certain grammatical contexts. Learn the six tones and the rules for tone change.
- Time and datesClock time, days of the week, months, and years. The patterns you need to make plans and talk about when things happen.
- Modal verbsHow to say can, will, may, should, must, and want. The core modal verbs of Cantonese and the differences that trip up beginners.
