LANG1133 is designed for Chinese-background students with no prior Cantonese experience and builds on their existing knowledge of Chinese to support efficient learning. Through systematic comparison with Putonghua, students develop practical skills in pronunciation, vocabulary, and sentence structure for everyday situations such as ordering food, making phone calls, exploring Hong Kong, and discussing university life. The course also supports more confident interaction with local students and a deeper understanding of Hong Kong’s festivals, slang, customs, and culture.