Hong Kong English

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This volume provides an overview of all aspects of Hong Kong English in a style designed for undergraduates and general readers. As a British colony, Hong Kong used English in composing the language of government, law, and education. Since the handover to Chinese rule in 1997, the language is no longer primarily used, however, English remains an international language indispensable for a service-oriented economy. It is the medium of instruction in at least a quarter of secondary schools and an important means of communication in banking, finance, business, tourism, and hospitality. English is therefore integrated into Hong Kong life in a variety of ways, resulting in a thriving and ever-evolving form. This book describes Hong Kong English as a linguistic phenomenon from the perspective of language structure and historical, sociocultural, and sociopolitical development.