“Teaches Cantonese much faster than with conventional learning methods – with only 17 minutes of learning time per day!”

 
Fast and highly efficient learning method:
You can have your first conversation after 3 hours and become fluent after 50 hours – for PCs, smartphones and tablets!
 
 
learn Cantonese
That's how the Cantonese course differs from other language courses:
Suggested learning duration: just a brief 17 minutes daily.
Accessible from anywhere, at any time and on any device.
To emigrate, for bilingual relationships and to communicate with relatives.
With the award-winning long-term memory learning method, you'll always remember Cantonese.
Superlearning technology allows you to relax and progress 27.5% faster and with better concentration.
Learning Cantonese has never been easier:
Each exercise is automatically delivered to you by the course daily. As a result, you will speak Cantonese with a natural flow.
An extensive array of learning methods secures enjoyment and achievement in learning, propelling you to maintain your daily Cantonese learning routine.

Learn Cantonese over the next two days completely for free Free Cantonese trial version:

 
Learn Cantonese over the next two days completely for free.
Try the course and see for yourself how you will be able to learn Cantonese so much faster than you ever imagined.
Experience for yourself how learning Cantonese will be fun and easy and how this course will get you hooked to continue every single day.
You will be astonished how much you will learn in those two days!
 
free trial language course Cantonese

 

The most important words in Cantonese:



 
en
en-hk
Hello!
你好!
néi hóu!
Good morning! (sg/pl)
早晨!
zóu sěn!
Hello! (sg/pl)
你好!
néi hóu!
Good evening! (sg/pl)
夜晚黑好!
yé mán hāg hóu!
Good night! (sg/pl)
早抖!
zóu téo!
Bye! (infml)
拜拜!
bāi bái!
Good bye! (fml.)
再見!
zōi gīn!
 
en
en-hk
yes
hěi
no
唔系
m hěi
maybe
大概
dǎi gói
OK
得!
deg!
Thank you!
多謝!
dō zé!
You're welcome! (m/f)
唔客氣!
m hāg héi!
Excuse me, … (sg/pl)
對唔住 ,...
dêu m jǔ ,...
 
en
en-hk
I'm sorry. (m/f)
請原諒。
céng yǔn lêng.
I have … / I don't have ...
我有.../ 我冇...
ngó yéo .../ ngó móu ...
We have … / We don't have ...
我哋有.../ 我哋冇...
ngó dé yéo .../ ngó dé móu ...
There is (no) ...
裏豆有.../ 裏豆冇...
lī dǒu yéo .../ lī dǒu móu ...
My name is ...
我叫 ...
ngó giu ...
I'm from ...
我由 ...
ngó yěo ...
I'm ... years old.
我有 ... 歲。
ngó yéo ... sêu.
 
en
en-hk
I am married. / I am not married.
我結咗婚。/ 我冇結婚。
ngó jī zó fēng./ ngó móu jī fēng.
I am traveling alone. / I am not traveling alone. (m/f)
我系一個人旅遊。不系一個人旅遊。
hǎi yēd go yěn lêu yěo./ ngó m hǎi yēd go yěn lêu yěo.
I'm traveling with ...
我同 ... 一齊旅遊。
ngó tǒng ... yēd cǎid lêu yěo.
I don't speak any Cantonese.
我唔識講廣東話。
ngó m xīg góng guáng dong wá.
I don't understand that. (m/f)
我聽唔懂。
ngó têng m dóm.
Do you speak …? (m/f)
你講 ... 麼?
néi góng ... med?
Does anyone here speak ...?
呢邊有人講 ... 麼?
nī bīn yéo yěm góng ... med?
 
en
en-hk
English
英文
yīng měn
French
法文
fad měn
Could you write that down please. (m/f)
唔該你寫落來。
m gōi néi sé lǒg lei.
Could you please repeat that. (m/f)
唔該你講多一次。
m gōi néi góng dō yēd qi.
Just a moment please.
唔該你等陣先。
m gōi néi déng zěn xīn.
zero
lǐng
one
yēd
 
 
 

Efficient learning methods:


Using the unique long-term memory learning method you will learn Cantonese in a very short time and be able to communicate fluently in Cantonese.
 
A great variety of tasks and a wide range of learning methods will motivate you to keep learning every day.
You will learn words and phrases that you can apply immediately.
 
The insider learning community of 17 Minute Languages is where you can exchange ideas with other Cantonese learners and make new friends with like-minded people.
 
learn Cantonese with long-term memory method

What's included in the Cantonese course:


  • With the Cantonese beginner's course you will acquire a solid basic vocabulary of over 1,300 words and quickly reach level A1/A2 of the European Framework of Reference.
    The total learning time is an incredibly quick 21 hours.
     
    If you choose the Cantonese complete package, you will even learn over 5,000 words and reach level C1/C2.
  • Through precisely designed idioms and dialogue texts, you will learn the words within context and in complete sentences.
  • A practical grammar guide, that offers you new exercises every day and builds your language knowledge.
  • The verb trainer and the sentence construction trainer will teach you how to form sentences and communicate fluently.
Cantonese course: contents

Online language course:


  • Runs without installation on Windows, Linux, Mac OS, iPhones, Android smartphones, iPad as well as Android tablets.
  • Latest version: The basic course Cantonese was completely revised in 2026.
  • The additional audio trainer allows you to learn and repeat vocabulary. Useful when you are unable to look at the screen (when driving for example).
  • Already more than 540,000 language courses sold.
  • Protected by a 31-day money-back guarantee:
    Try out the language course without any obligation.
    If you are not completely satisfied, we will refund 100% of the purchase price.
 
Cantonese course for beginners

This course compared to other providers:

 
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Long-term memory learning method:
Never forget words again
Learn automatically
through daily trainer
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Learn while meditating
Additional
audio trainer
Payment
One-off payment
Often monthly subscription
 

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Speed up learning Cantonese:


speed up learning Cantonese with 17 Minute Languages
Depending on your learning level, the daily trainer of the language course will automatically present all learning content to you at the best possible time.
 
learn 1,300 17En91 words and reach level A2
If you choose the beginner's course, you will learn 1,300 words and reach level A2.
 
With the complete package you will learn 5,000 words and reach level C2.
 
The complete package also offers you a much wider range of lessons and texts than the beginner's course, allowing you to immerse yourself in the Cantonese language in much more depth and detail.
daily trainer
First read, listen and learn the vocabulary in the daily trainer.
A distinct pattern is used for repeating words, either by displaying and uncovering translations or through multiple-choice tasks.
 
In the days that follow, repeat new words in a carefully customised repetition loop so that you retain the new vocabulary permanently.
This is a fun way to memorize the translation, the correct pronunciation and the spelling of the words.
 
suitable Cantonese texts for reading and listening
But words alone do not make up a language, you will get texts to read and listen to that accompany the vocabulary.
The sentence construction trainer also helps you to practise forming complete sentences.
 
Cantonese verb trainer
For the correct formation of verbs, the course includes a verb trainer with which you can practice different Cantonese verbs.
 
learning at the optimal point
To simplify your learning process, all learning content is presented automatically so that you always continue learning at the most optimal point.
You decide whether you want to study for three minutes, 17 minutes or an hour a day, for example.
 
elements that motivate you to continue learning
There are also a number of elements that increase your motivation to continue learning:
For example, there is a sophisticated scoring system for each word you learn.
As the learning time per day increases, so does the number of points you receive for each word.
And if you study for several days without interruption, you will be rewarded extra.
 
exchange the points for bonuses
After each learning unit, you can compare yourself with other learners and exchange points for rewards – similar to a frequent flyer programme.
There is a special surprise at the end of every day you dedicate yourself intensively to learning.
You will receive additional incentives to study longer each day than the day before, as you will receive valuable extra points and therefore more rewards.
 
recorded in the recording studio by professional Cantonese speakers
17 Minute Languages Learning Community
Use our learning community to exchange ideas with like-minded people and find a suitable learning partner.
 
vocabulary in English and Cantonese
The course is an online course and you can use it any time on your computer, smartphone or tablet and change the device at any time.
And after you have learned actively, you can start the "audio trainer of the new and today not known words".
You will listen to the vocabulary in English and Cantonese and repeat it.
Thus the words will consolidate better.
 
converse in Cantonese
In a short time you will be able to speak fluently with the help of the Cantonese course.
You will understand all words and never forget them again.
It will be easy for you to build whole sentences and it will be fun for you to converse in Cantonese.
 
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See how many people are learning with 17 Minute Languages right now:

Cantonese learning statistics, trends and diagrams

What are the personal reasons for learning Cantonese?

Emigration 24.7 %
Bilingual relationship 22.0 %
Travelling 13.9 %
Communicate with relatives 13.9 %
Job and career 11.6 %
School, studies or internship 5.8 %
Getting to know new cultures 3.4 %
International friendships 2.3 %
Improving memory 1.9 %

How old are Cantonese learners?

Mobile (iOS, Android)
PC (Windows, Mac, Linux)

10
20
30
40
50
60
70
80
90

How long do users learn Cantonese every day?


3 minutes:     7.5 %
5 minutes:     7.2 %
7 minutes:     2.1 %
10 minutes:     8.7 %
17 minutes:     56.3 %
20 minutes:     5.8 %
30 minutes:     3.5 %
45 minutes:     1.4 %
60 minutes:     4.2 %
90 minutes:     1.4 %
120 minutes:     1.5 %

How much faster do you learn Cantonese with Superlearning music?

This is how long it takes on average to learn Cantonese words in the daily trainer using the long-term memory learning method:
 
150 = 2.3 hours
♫ + 150 = 1.7 hours
300 = 4.7 hours
♫ + 300 = 3.4 hours
450 = 7.1 hours
♫ + 450 = 5.1 hours
Time saved with Superlearning: 27.5%
 
150 words without Superlearning = 2.3 hours
150 words with Superlearning = 1.7 hours
★ Saved: 0.6 hours
 
300 words without Superlearning = 4.7 hours
300 words with Superlearning = 3.4 hours
★ Saved: 1.3 hours
 
450 words without Superlearning = 7.1 hours
450 words with Superlearning = 5.1 hours
★ Saved: 2.0 hours
 

Which devices are used for learning?


Windows PC:  32.4 %
iPhone:  22.7 %
Android phone:  22.4 %
Mac:  13.6 %
iPad:  5.7 %
Linux PC:  1.7 %
Android tablet:  1.4 %

Where do users learn Cantonese?


At home 80.8 %
On the go 2.1 %
Both 16.9 %

 
Source of all learning statistics: Cantonese online language course, with data from 47 Cantonese learners.
 

 

If you have learned Cantonese with 17 Minute Languages you will have these advantages:


Build your career!

  • You will increase your professional opportunities now that you can speak Cantonese more confidently.
  • You now have the skills to work in Hong Kong whenever you wish.

Meet new people!

  • Every new language opens a door to a new world for you.
    You will meet many new and interesting people!
    Who knows: maybe the love of your life speaks Cantonese?
  • Are you in a bilingual relationship?
    You can impress your partner by speaking Cantonese!

Unforgettable experiences!

  • Broaden your horizons as you travel to Hong Kong.
    If you can speak Cantonese, your trip will become an unforgettable experience:
    You'll gain a better understanding of the country and its inhabitants.

Make more of your free time!

  • You will be able to watch movies in Cantonese!
  • What a joy it is to be able to read a book in Cantonese!

Stay in great mental shape!

  • Scientific studies have shown:
    Continued learning increases quality of life and life expectancy.
  • Train your brain!
    Studies have shown that learning languages helps stave off dementia and Alzheimer's.

 

 

Free Cantonese trial version

 
Test the Cantonese course for free and get lots of study tips as well.
 

 
Cantonese long term memory learning method

 

The long-term memory learning method of 17 Minute Languages:
Learn and never forget


The Cantonese long-term memory learning method is based on the latest findings from research on vocabulary learning.
 
You learn all the vocabulary of the Cantonese course from the beginning and repeat it in a systematic way until it is stored in your long-term memory.
This way you will remember the vocabulary permanently.
learn Cantonese with long term method
 
Cantonese language course
 
Here's how the long-term method works:
 
  1. First thing on the following day you have to correctly translate this word.
  2. The program then waits for two days.
    On the third day you will be prompted by the same word again.
    You then have to translate it correctly.
  3. The program then waits 4 more days.
    On day eight, the same word will prompt you once more.
  4. The program then waits 8 more days.
    On the ninth day you will be prompted by the same word yet again.
  5. The program then waits a final 9 days.
    You have to correctly translate the word just one more time.

If you knew the word on each occasion, by this time you will never forget it!
It is permanently stored in your long-term memory.
(Important to know: if you forgot the word to be learned on any occasion during the repetition phase, the repetition starts again.)
 
With this learning method, you will learn all of the vocabulary in this Cantonese course.
New words will be added to your lessons every day.
Your vocabulary will grow rapidly.
 

Daily trainer for learning Cantonese:
The quick-learning system


The daily trainer guides you through all the lessons of your language course on each learning day – according to your learning level.
 
Prior to each learning module, the course determines your precise knowledge status and systematically presents all the course content in an ordered sequence:
1
Vocabulary
Using numerous innovative test methods, you will learn and repeat the Cantonese vocabulary until it is stored in your long-term memory.
You will be able to recall these words automatically as they are now stored in your long term memory.
2
Words in long-term memory:
After finishing the daily trainer, we provide a recap of all the words that you have embedded in your long-term memory.
3
Add your own vocabulary:
You are interested in a certain topic but you can hardly find any vocabulary about it in your language course?
No problem!
You have the option of entering your own words with your translation into Cantonese.
Your new words will then be entered and integrated in the daily trainer in the same way as the vocabulary contained in the course.
4
To keep the daily trainer exciting and innovative every day, these different learning topics are not treated in separate blocks, but are presented according to the subject matter and your learning level.
It maintains the intrigue of your daily learning, encouraging you to extend each learning session by a few more minutes.
5
Texts, phrases and idioms
The vocabulary is broken down into themes, you will learn sentences in context to each theme from the many authentic set texts and dialogues.
Soon, you can look forward to reading books and watching films in Cantonese in the original language.
6
Sentence construction trainer
With the help of the sentence construction trainer you will learn to build sentences in Cantonese in a relaxed and creative way!
The program automatically corrects your work.
So you will quickly grasp how sentences are built in Cantonese.
7
Verb trainer
It is the verbs that are at the heart of every language.
Here you will learn the most important verbs and their conjugated forms, you will also learn how to use the right tenses in Cantonese.
8
Learn Cantonese grammar:
The rules of the language are included in your daily trainer: with the help of clearly explained grammar chapters – illustrated by examples – you will learn Cantonese grammar from scratch and according to a didactically meaningful system.

 
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Cantonese insider learning community
 

17 Minute Languages' exclusive insider learning community


When you have completed your daily tasks you have the possibility to transfer your score online.
 
Use the leaderboard to compare yourself with other learners.
Check out who is behind the top scores (of all courses).
Similar to a frequent flyer programme, you can convert the points earned in the course into over 50 rewarding presents.
 
The more you learn, the more rewards you will earn!
Connect with others!
Share your knowledge and grow together with our insider learning community of 17 Minute Languages.
 
Find a tandem partner from Hong Kong and support and motivate each other while learning.
 
Make interesting friends with other Cantonese learners or people from Hong Kong.
 
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Free Cantonese trial version

 
Test the Cantonese course for free and get lots of study tips as well.
 

 

Variety of exercises that are delightful and immersive:


Variety is key to learning.
Your language course contains many different and attractive learning approaches, visualisations and rewards to encourage you to continue learning every day.
 
This course will motivate you to learn every day and you will be speaking fluent Cantonese in no time.
learn Cantonese with a variety of daily tasks
The course presents you with new vocabulary according to a sophisticated system.
You practise the vocabulary repeatedly until you know it like the back of your hand.
The program is designed to grow as your knowledge grows.
You will be presented with new words between repetitions within a variety of daily tasks.
varied learning methods for fluent Cantonese
With varied learning methods such as illustrated vocabulary, multiple-choice questions, matching games, translation exercises and dictations, you are guaranteed lasting learning enjoyment.
points for all Cantonese vocabulary you have learned
You will receive points for all the vocabulary you have learned - and the longer you learn, the more points you earn.
Clearly, earning points has no value if they can't be traded in for rewards.
That's why you can gradually exchange your collected points for valuable rewards.
Cantonese course with detailed statistics
We have implemented detailed statistics that will tell you exactly how extensive your knowledge is in Cantonese.
You can choose to compare your scores with other learners time and time again.
Cantonese verb trainer
Verbs are at the heart of every language.
For your benefit, we have developed a verb trainer.
This training program will teach you frequently used verbs and all their tenses.
studying Cantonese with everyday dialogues
Typical everyday dialogues are narrated by professional native speakers and set to music to give you that authentic feel of real situations you are very likely to encounter.
fluent Cantonese with superlearning music
Superlearning music, a favourite element, is included in all language courses to ensure a relaxed language learning experience.
(Of course you can also learn without this music).
meditation practice to learn Cantonese
After each day of learning, you have the option of deepening your relaxation with a guided meditation.
Each learning unit is therefore concluded in a state of deep relaxation.
network with tandem partners
Become part of our learning partner group:
If you wish, you can network with learning or tandem partners and learn the new language together and support and motivate each other.
course with Cantonese grammar
During the course we will introduce you to Cantonese grammar.
Step by step, the course introduces you to all the important rules of the language and gives you an understanding of the grammar with entertaining exercises.
 
 

 
Cantonese

Learn Cantonese 32.9% faster with Superlearning music


learn Cantonese with Superlearning
Your learning will be accelerated by next-generation superlearning meditation music.
The music you'll listen to is designed to profoundly relax you.
 
Within a very short time you will become very focused:
You will be completely calm, breathing slowly and deeply and be able to concentrate completely on the Cantonese vocabulary.
 
You will also be able to concentrate on the Cantonese course longer than without superlearning music, as you will be less distracted.
 
learn Cantonese with meditation
The superlearning music includes 'binaural beats' (a sound wave) known for its health benefits: increased memory, relaxation and reduced anxiety.
 
You must wear headphones in order to experience the benefits.
 
You can use the superlearning music any time!
You might like to try it when you're working or studying for exams.
 
And of course you can switch the superlearning music off at any time, if you would prefer to learn without music.

 
Versatile dialogues and useful phrases for Cantonese

Flexible conversations and practical phrases



 
From the very beginning, you will learn clear, accent free pronunciation and correct emphasis.
 

 
In this course, you will learn how Cantonese is really spoken in Hong Kong.
 

Content of texts and dialogues:


You will accompany the two main characters of the language course on their holidays and in their day-to-day lives at home in 42 different dialogues.
With their assistance, you'll face crucial circumstances that could take place on holiday or in your home life with your partner.
In the many dialogues provided, you will practice sentences that you can really use.
When you work with the dialogues provided in this course, you will improve your conversation skills day by day.

The verb trainer methodically takes you through all verbs and their respective conjugations


 
At the heart of every language are the verbs.
You will begin with the most frequently used verbs and all their conjugated forms.
When you recognise and form verbs correctly, you have already learned the most important part of grammar and can now form meaningful sentences.
 
With the verb trainer, you will learn how to conjugate the most frequently used verbs, how to use the verbs in constructing sentences and apply the tenses correctly in Cantonese.
 
When you master this you have already learned the essentials of Cantonese grammar.
You will understand sentences and confidently have your first conversations in Cantonese.
 
The verb trainer will systematically teach you all important verbs in all tenses within the first few days.
The playful exercises build on each other making it very easy for you to follow.
 
See how verbs are formed in Cantonese here:
 
          
 

Cantonese sentence construction trainer


Cantonese sentence building trainer
You will find the Cantonese Sentence Construction Trainer integrated into your language course.
This program teaches you to form sentences in Cantonese quickly and correctly.
 
This is how you practise sentence construction in Cantonese:
 
You see a short sentence in Cantonese broken down into its building blocks, the individual words.
Your task now is to put the individual words in the correct order.
 
You learn the vocabulary in the context of complete sentences and with each exercise you improve your sentence structure in Cantonese.
 
You will learn Cantonese even faster and become more confident in speaking every day.
 
 

Cantonese conversation trainer


At the beginning of learning Cantonese it is very important that you can start to form sentences quickly and have important phrases in Cantonese at hand.
You can achieve this important foundation in a short time with the Cantonese conversation trainer.
 
The conversation trainer is part of the Cantonese course and teaches you sentences, sentence building blocks and phrases right from the start.
The topics are as follows:
 
  • greetings & farewells
  • small talk
  • introducing yourself
  • asking your first questions
  • talking about hobbies
  • reading labels, signs and tags
  • making orders at restaurants and coffee bars
  • ask for prices
  • book a room
  • make phone calls in Cantonese
  • organise everything when travelling
  • appointments and dates
  • write e-mails
  • rent a car
  • travel by public transport
  • and much more!
Cantonese conversation trainer

 

 
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One online course suitable for all your devices: laptop, tablet and smartphone


You can use the Cantonese online course on all your devices and switch back and forth between them as you like.
 
The course can be used with any smartphone (Android, iPhone), any tablet (iPad, Android or Windows) and any computer running Windows (11, 10, 8, 7, Vista, XP), Linux or Mac OS.
 
You can pick up where you left off, regardless of the device.
 

 
Practice Cantonese in the morning on the train using your iPhone or Android smartphone.
You can pick up where you left off during your lunch break on your laptop, using Windows, Linux or on a Mac.
In the evenings, you can kick back in your favourite spot and learn while you relax, whether it's on your iPad, Windows or Android tablet.

Bonus: Additional Audio-Trainer


As an extra to the Cantonese learning software you get the Cantonese audio trainer.
 
The audio trainer teaches you in blocks of 5 minutes, which you can play manually or via autoplay function – ideal if you don't have a free hand.
You will be able to consolidate what you have learned and learn new words.
 
You can listen to the Cantonese audio trainer on your mobile phone or run it on your PC.
 
To help you remember the words even better, we have added the superlearning music to the background of each track.
Con el entrenador de audio aprendes chino cantonés a través de la escucha, casi sin darte cuenta, por ejemplo:
...when doing physical activity or riding a bike
...while driving
...while sitting comfortably on the sofa at home
...on the train or bus
...in between breaks or waiting periods

Audio trainer example 1



 

Audio trainer example 2



 
 

Want to refresh your Cantonese or expand your existing knowledge?


If you already know some Cantonese and would like to expand your existing Cantonese knowledge, you can take a placement test for Cantonese right at the beginning of the language course.
You will then start learning at exactly the perfect point for you.
 
If you learned Cantonese a long time ago, but have forgotten a lot of words, we recommend that you start at the very beginning.
 
You will move through the course quickly: for each word, you can quickly tag whether you already knew it or whether it is new to you.
 
Verbs, texts and grammar will be repeatedly shown to you throughout the course with new content.
You can decide for yourself at any time what else you would like to learn.
This way you only learn new things and quickly revise everything you might have forgotten.
 


 
In all the learning methods and tests, the vocabulary and lines of text are played for you.
You constantly repeat the correct pronunciation.
 
You learn clear and accent free pronunciation with the correct emphasis!
learn Cantonese with native speakers

 

Free Cantonese trial version

 
Test the Cantonese course for free and get lots of study tips as well.
 
 

You are protected by our money-back guarantee:


Test the language course without any risk.
If you are not completely satisfied, we will refund 100% of the purchase price.
No questions asked.
 
Order your Cantonese course now »

 

You get immediate access to the language course:


When you order the course and pay by credit card or Paypal, you get immediate access to your online course.
You only pay once – this is not a subscription model as is the case with other providers.
You can use your course for 10 years.
 
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What do our clients say
... regarding the learning methods of the language courses


"I am very content with your language course and I really enjoy learning with it. I like the well-structured way of the course and the wide-ranged possibilities which makes learning so much easier and varying as well. Besides I think it's great you can choose to listen to the language as often as you want to as well as being able printing the vocabulary on flashcards. In any case I would love to thank the experts who developed the course very much! It's fun to learn a new language with this course!"
   (Gillian Smith)
 
"Early days yet but ... I like the challenge created by the various ways of presenting the words / expressions presented in the learning process.
Both passive and active recall are interspersed following your own system and the dynamic variation keeps the experience 'fresh'.
I'm old and have a problem with short-term memory but I notice that the repetitions and 'recycling' are paying off.
Recognition is simple but recall of the target item from the English is slow. I'll get there in the end!
By combining this course (for vocabulary) with other input, I am making fair progress."

   (Piet Wade)
 
"It is a more fun approach than other courses.
I like the repetition rhythm of words I do not know. I need a visual approach to support aural learning."

   (Andrea Matrosovs)
 
"The vocabulary trainer is just awesome!!! This is how you motivate people to learn!
Words have to be repeated until you spell them correctly.
Also, I think it's great being tested in both languages. Either one way or the other, it's up to you.
I'm pretty sure this how you will remember your vocabulary! The texts are chosen very well, directly taken out of every day life, very understandable for everyone, meaningful and very helpful for general use.
I also like being able to listen to the texts line by line and listening to the vocabulary particularly as often as you want to. This program is super easy to handle. Thumbs up!"

   (Doro Graham)
 
"It speaks the words so I can hear pronunciation instead of just guessing how written words might sound.
I also like the multitude of ways the words are presented: written words, pictures, fill in the blank sentences, spoken dialogue, etc.
This allowed me to speak more authentically and to learn the words more thoroughly.
This is the best program I have used."

   (Ashley Crust)
 

What our clients say
... about the long term memory learning method


"I've been mostly impressed by the long-term method for learning new vocabulary, since I didn't expect knowing the vocabulary after a pretty long break. The explanation of the psychological backgrounds and the systematics of the memory performance respectively makes the learning methods much more comprehensible."
   (Scott Wilkinson)
 
"I'd learned this language already basically before but I couldn't remember hardly anything about my basics, nevertheless I was able to reaccess the language. For this I'm sure the clear and logical structure of the language course is crucial and also the opportunity to operate within the program in so many different ways."
   (Jean-Baptiste Novak)
 
"I particularly like the diversity of the learning method and the great choice of topics of the lessons or the continuous sequences. The exercising sections containing the long-term memory learning method are really motivating to start learning. Now, my son (15) really enjoys learning new vocabulary and is making great progress. Personally, I was able to develop myself professionally and put into practice what I had learned."
   (Marguerite Guérin)
 
"I've been using this language course for 4 months intensively. I think it's really convenient having the possibility to repeat the vocabulary regularly with the long-term memory learning method. I really enjoy this programm for it keeps asking until the correlate word is typed in correctly. Moreover the digital speech of the respective vocabulary is also great."
   (Gautam Kumars)
 
"I was especially amazed by learning with the longterm-method. The records of the entire vocabulary and dialogues sound very natural and realistic since they were all spoken by native speakers. Putting it in a nutshell, it's a well-made language course."
   (Marcus Großkautz)
 
"The long-term memory learning method for keeping vocabulary in long-term memory is, in my opinion, particularly efficient. Thereby you are developing ambition which keeps you going. Also the pages which hide the vocab are tremendously good to get a quick overview and are very suitable to repeat in fast track. I find the displaying of the last seven wrong inputs in the long-term memory learning method very supportive."
   (Frank Collins)
 
"I particularly like the vocabulary-learning function with the long-term memory learning method. Not only is this method incredibly efficient but also very motivating, because success becomes apparent immediately and you can feel certain having the vocabulary stored in your long-time memory. A great advantage are the crystal clear voice recordings which don't leave you thinking about the pronunciation and makes naturally learning possible."
   (Guillaume Guerrin)
 
"I really do like learning using the long term memory learning method. Using the pc is much simpler than writing manually. Moreover using the pc is much more efficient since you can not betray yourself - The system is correcting every single mistake also including emphasis which are also registered. Storing the different levels makes repeating the vocabulary and the texts based on the flashcard principle possible and thereby more effective. Learning foreign languages has become a hobby to me - for me, personally, not is it only learning by heart but a leisure pursuit."
   (Emily Snyder)
 
"From an educational view the long term memory learning method is very well-structured.
We are able to store the results. Also we think the gap texts are great and the pronunciation of the audio files is especially audibly and clearly.
The lessions are kept short which is favourable respecting our age. Thank you very much for this language course."

   (Richard & Francis Pennyworthy)
 
"I find the logical and neat outline very appealing. I'm also motivated by the long term memory learning method which makes it easy for me to live up to the learning success of the day before and gets me started over quickly. I've already bought the beginner's course and my experiences with the long term memory learning method are good. You can virtually follow the continuing progress the team is working on - this is what I really like since they give me the feeling that I'm taken seriously when I hand in some suggestions for improvement and changes."
   (Agatha Low)
 
"It's very beneficial being able to organize your individual schedule and also being able to print out the entire course. The variety of the teaching materials is also great.
When it comes to learning vocabulary by using the long term memory learning method you only decide once how long you would like to learn per day. Once you've decided on how long you want learn a day, this will be happening automatically afterwards. So, once you get started you will pull trough.
This is also very helpful when having a hard time with motivation. Being able to decide on your own how long you want learn makes this course "feasible"."

   (Henry Smalls)
 

Customer reviews
... about the daily trainer


"I enjoy the daily exercise program because it's easy to work on and it's varying. Mostly I use the long term memory learning method and the quick repetition. This course allows me to continue my studies on a daily basis and I feel really really motivated to learn another language."
   (Jason Big)
 
"I like the interval repetition, the division in levels and the monitor how much time is left to achieve a level, I like the reward system, when it is possible to get other courses in other languages, I like the meditation music."
   
 
"The daily exercises are the greatest thing about this learning software. In this way I'm able to learn in a structured way. Thereby, I can learn both the vocabulary training and text exercises quickly and continuously. Moreover I'm convinced by the different methods of vocabulary training and different learning methods. Above all the text input and the automatic testing of your knowledge gives me a quick and really good result."
   (Chris Osborne)
 
"I really have to thank you for the daily exercises. They really give me the motivation I need to do at least my daily exercises on a daily basis since I don't have much time left. Additionally I think the great choice of the different ways of learning is gorgeous, e.g. first, taking a look at the vocabulary, secondly finding them hidden in a text and thereby studying them and then being tested and learning vocabulary intensively. "
   (A. Svensson)
 
"I am given the possibility to determine the learning rate myself. The daily exercises are giving me the pressure necessary I need to do them.
Apparently different brain areas are getting activated by different learning methods of the program. In my own case, the learning success seems to be lasting."

   (Craig Miller)
 
"The daily exercises are encouraging me to really stay focused even though there are no new words added. Regardless of whether working on quick repetition or text input: The recorded vocabulary combined with the written word itself is perfect for me."
   (Sabine Schwarz)
 
"I like the lessons being divided in daily exercises.
Still, I can decide by myself independently how much I'd like to learn. That way learning never gets boring.
I further like the speakers being native speakers. From the beginning, you are offered short texts which you can gradually elaborate."

   (Frank Roy)
 
"The daily exercises learning method seems very effective. It gives you a well-structured schedule that guides you trough the program.
And if there is time left you you could additionally use further training methods."

   (Gunther Rummel)
 

What our clients say
... in regard to structure and content of the programme


"I like being drilled - and measured against A1/A2 proficiency. I also like the dialogs. I go back over them again and again. (Occasionally the dialog translations are not real accurate but they do give the meaning.) After reading dialogs, I will also type them into my own document, give me a good practice writing. I also like the dictation."
   (Ira Lund)
 
"This course has broadened my vocabulary knowledge tremendously.
For me personally, listening to texts and thereby improving my own pronunciation was particularly helpful. Of course this is really motivating, helpful and is giving me a feeling of getting more and more confident when communicating with native speakers. The method by which you acquire vocabulary is excellent - at the same time it's a fantastic exercise to train my brain."

   (Bill Green)
 
"I appreciate the course' systematic regarding the structure, the clarity regarding the titles you can click on.
I also like being able to print out whatever I like and having the correcting aid at my disposal. It's very beneficial having the opportunity to listen to the appropriate vocabulary. This course is definitely meeting my expectations!"

 
"I like the learning units being split in small very achievable units. The vocabulary being taught is very applicable especially for beginners - that's what I really like since I want to learn this language only on a "vacation" kind of level. Additionally I want to point out the learning monitoring and the opportunity given to print out the vocabulary which makes learning a lot easier for me."
   (Mark Curtis)
 
"The program is well-structured and clearly represented. The vocabulary tests are also tremendously effective since you cannot cheat. They are repeated over and over again until each vocabulary can be answered perfectly from every point of view."
   (Dorothy Blake)
 
"The lessons are very versatile. This program also provides the possibility to print out cards which I think is very crucial. Since we're getting ready to move these lessons are great to get prepared.
This course is great!"

   (Tess Carlson)
 
"I'm very pleased with this course and it helps a lot with my studies. This course is especially helpful when it comes to learning vocabulary and a proper pronunciation. I'm pretty sure I would have given up learning this language if it wasn't for this course. I like the lessons being short and thereforee clear. Also the flashcards which can be printed out are great for taking with you and learn whenever I feel like studying."
   (Holly Wilkinson)
 
"I'm really motivated by the short and not too challenging lessons. They encourage me to hang in there because they are easy to process by the self-learning principle. I really like the versatile testing options. Each term or sentence can be repeated - this way the pronunciation can be memorized much better."
   (Christen Nixon)
 
"I was positively surprised by the many lessons. The lessons aren't stuffed full and contain an appropriate amount of vocabulary. The dialogue texts are well-chosen and the basic vocabulary is extensive.
The flash cards which can be printed are a good learning method - it really worked out for me."

   (Nicki Chestnut)
 

What our clients say
... about the price/performance ratio of the language courses


"What I like most about the course is the long term memory learning method. This way it's possible to learn vocabularies which you consider to be essential. Moreover I was surprised by the price... I think is a very fair price! Kudos to you!"
   (Sebastian White)
 
"I would like to thank you for the excellent price/performance ratio. "
   (George Murphy)
 
"I've tried bunches of language courses and this one is the best so far! The price-performance ratio is absolutely justifiable. The course' navigation is easy to handle whereas the course is both visually and acoustically orientated. This way learning is easy and progress can be seen very soon. This course is highly recommendable - especially for beginners."
   (Daniel Robinson)
 
"I don't think there's a better program to learn vocabulary fast and effective."
   (Emma Cooper)
 
 

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Here's a summary of what's included in the Cantonese language course:
  • Learn over 1,300 words with the unique long-term memory learning method and acquire a solid Cantonese basic vocabulary.
     
    If you choose the Cantonese complete package, you'll learn over 5,000 words.
  • You will be given countless phrases and texts grouped by themes.
    You will learn the words in context and in whole sentences.
  • Through a wide variety of phrases and texts, you will learn the words within context and in complete sentences.
  • Every day, you will receive new exercises including grammar to enhance your language knowledge.
  • The daily trainer provides you with exercises according to your learning level and speed, in order to achieve the highest possible learning efficiency.
  • Thanks to the verb trainer, which is also presented to you as part of the daily trainer, you will learn how to conjugate the most common verbs and how to apply the tenses in Cantonese.
  • With the help of the sentence structure trainer, you will be taught the sentence structure in Cantonese in a playful way.
    Soon you will be able to form correct sentences in Cantonese.
  • The conversation trainer provides you with an easy and successful introduction to the language.
    You will learn simple sentences and useful expressions.
    Beginners in particular will quickly be able to have basic conversations.
  • In the 17 Minute Languages' learning community, you can exchange ideas and make new friends with other highly motivated learners of your chosen foreign language as well as native speakers from Hong Kong.
  • Effective learning methods adapted to every type of learner offer enormous learning fun.
  • The course requires no prior installation and is particularly user-friendly.
  • Latest version – the Cantonese language course was completely revised in 2026.
  • One-off payment, no subscription.
    You get access for 10 years.
  • For Windows / Linux / Mac OS / iPhone / Android smartphones / iPad / Android tablets / Windows tablets.

 
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