10 Reasons To Learn Cantonese
Why learn Cantonese?
1. It’s FUN!
2. It’s the local language of Hong Kong and it’s good form to learn the language in the place where you live, rather than insist on locals speaking your language
3. It feels good to have mastered something that is generally seen as extremely difficult (no need to tell them it isn’t)
4. It’s great for the brain, staves off Alzheimer’s
5. It’s fantastic for the ego, because everybody will tell you without stop how intelligent and great you are
6. It will teach you a lot about Chinese culture and thinking in general and Hong Kong culture in particular
7. It will make your everyday life in Hong Kong much easier and improve your relationship with your Chinese neighbours and colleagues
8. It will make you stand out among your foreign peers as the only foreigner
9. It works as a magic card; opens all doors and no one will cheat you
10. It pisses off the mainland government no end
Please tell me if you can think of any other reasons. Suggestions welcome; the winner gets a Moontrekker sports shirt in a breathable material.