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Origins of the Burmese Language
Burmese is the official language of Myanmar (formerly known as Burma).

Much of the Burmese vocabulary derives form Pail and Sanskrit although English has been very influential since the 1800s. Nearly all syllables end in a vowel, and words that end in a consanant all end with 'ng' or 'n'. Burmese is also a tonal language with just four main tones used, to the untrained ear it sounds very much like Chinese.

How many people speak the Burmese language?
It is spoken by approximately 22 million people as their first language, however, in total approximately 35 million have use of the language.

Burmese-speaking Countries
You will find that the language is also used in Thailand, Bangladesh, Malaysia, Loas and Singapore.

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Talk Now Burmese CD-ROM Details

This is an excitingly different language learning series. Talk Now! uses games and quizzes as a basis for making the learning process fun, easy and relaxing. There is no better way to teach an old dog new tricks and this fun element of the program means that your fears are forgotten as you absorb words and phrases without even realising you are learning them.

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Anyone over 10 years of age will find the disc indispensable for improving listening, understanding and spoken language skills. There are nine topics: first words, food, colours, phrases, parts of the body, numbers, time, shopping and countries.

The games and quizzes included on the disc ensure that users have fun whilst using the disc, without realising that they're learning. The "intelligent" software feature remembers words you get wrong and targets your weak points.

NOW includes Apple iPod integration, which allows you to listen to Talk Now Burmese wherever you are!

Burmese Music and Dance

Drama is the mainstay of Burmese culture, and just about any celebration involves a 'pwe' (show). Performances may recount Buddhist legends, or be more light-hearted entertainments involving slapstick comedy, dance, ensemble singing or giant puppets. Burman music is an integral part of a pwe; it originates from Siam and emphasises rhythm and melody. Instruments are predominantly percussive and include drums, boat-shaped harps, gongs and bamboo flutes.

Burmese Food and Drink

Rice is the core of any Burmese meal, added to this there are a number of curry options and raw vegetable salads. Almost everything is flavoured with 'Ngapi', a dried and fermented shrimp paste. If you are to have really authentic Burmese food then you are best to buy dishes from food stalls rather than restaurants. Sugar-cane juice is very popular streetside drink, and alcoholic drinks include orange brandy, white liquor and jungle liquor (a kind of whisky with herbs and roots are added).

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