Jeff Lillie asked:


Learning how to speak Chinese might strike you as very challenging. It can seem like an extremely different language for most people raised in a Western culture. But with a comprehensive, affordable, and downloadable learning tool called Rocket Chinese you can learn to speak Chinese easier than you think.

Why learn Chinese in the first place? The reasons are many. Maybe you’re thinking of travelling and want to get the most out of your trip. Possibly you’re a businessperson interesting in expanding your marketplace to the booming economy of China. Maybe you have friends or relatives that are Chinese and want to learn to communicate better with them. Whatever the reason, Rocket Chinese can help.

I investigated many of the language programs available on the Internet. I found Rocket Chinese to offer the best combination of price and effectiveness. In fact, you can get a downloadable version for less than $100. The program consists of audio tapes, memory excises and quizzes. I found it to be more interesting and compelling than other programs which were simply audio lessons. One of the things I liked best about Rocket Chinese that other programs didn’t offer, was the availability to a special member’s only help forum for questions, advice, and additional learning. They even offered a free 6-day trial and a money-back guarantee.

Over 850 million people on the planet currently speak Mandarin Chinese. And you can too. With Rocket Chinese you can learn to speak Chinese from the comfort of your own home, learning at your own pace, from what I found to be an extremely comprehensive yet fun learning tool.