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Learn Cantonese
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FAQs
Why is learning Cantonese with Memrise better than DuoLingo?
Memrise teaches you Cantonese words and phrases that you’re actually going to use in the real world. Learn vocabulary with word lists created by other users.
How much time will I need to commit to learning Cantonese?
As much or as little as you like.
We recommend doing a small amount consistently, learning a few words a day goes a long way.
It’s a lot of fun showing off your learning streak to your friends!
Will the Cantonese lessons be tailored to my language level?
Yes. Each word list contains words and phrases of varying difficulty. You can select which word list to learn based on your skill level and preview each word list before you start learning it.
Can you learn Cantonese through an app?
Absolutely.
Memrise brings you the full immersive experience for Cantonese, filtered to your level and interests. It’s the best place to get all the quality language practice you need without catching a flight.
Does Memrise offer certificates for learning Cantonese?
We do not offer certificates for learning Cantonese with us.
You can however build up your learning streak by completing daily activities and receive points whilst doing so!
Is Memrise a credible app to learn Cantonese?
Founded in 2010, we now have over 80 million learners successfully learning a language with Memrise.
Our methods are based heavily on research to ensure you acquire a language in the most effective way possible and our content is created by expert linguists.
Read more on our ‘about us’ page.
Is Cantonese difficult to learn for English speakers?
Cantonese is one of the most challenging languages for English speakers — the US Foreign Service Institute places it in Category IV, estimating around 2,200 hours to reach professional proficiency, making it among the longest of any language. It is tonal, with six distinct tones that change the meaning of a word entirely, and shares no vocabulary or grammatical structure with English. The writing system adds a further layer, requiring learners to master thousands of Chinese characters. That said, Cantonese grammar has no verb conjugations or noun cases, which removes one common source of difficulty. Memrise structures Cantonese learning around high-frequency vocabulary and everyday phrases, helping learners build a working foundation in the language progressively rather than being overwhelmed from the start.
How long does it take to learn Cantonese?
Cantonese is one of the longest languages for English speakers to learn — the US Foreign Service Institute estimates around 2,200 hours to reach professional proficiency, roughly double that of Category III languages like Czech or Irish. Mastering the six tones, thousands of Chinese characters, and a vocabulary with no English overlap all contribute to the extended timeline. That said, Cantonese grammar is relatively straightforward — no verb conjugations, no noun cases — which provides some relief. Memrise focuses lessons on high-frequency vocabulary and real-life phrases, helping learners build practical familiarity progressively and make consistent progress over what is inevitably a long-term journey.
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