Niubi! The Real Chinese You Never Learned in School
(Plume) In this guide to Chinese slang, the author teaches vernacular phrases used by Chinese people in a variety of situations. Exploring everything from the lingo of flirting and dating to colorful Internet slang and insults, the book also includes irreverent anecdotes, minicultural lessons, and contextual explanations. Chao is an associate editor at China International Business.

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