Hi, I'm Fan! I'm here to make Cantonese click for you!
I'm a native Hong Konger with over 2 years of experience teaching Cantonese to students from the US, Canada, Australia, Japan, the UK, Switzerland, and beyond.
I believe language learning shouldn't be about memorising lists. Every lesson I design is built around real conversations, Hong Kong culture, and your goals โ so you start speaking from day one.
"Making mistakes is part of the process โ the most important thing is to open your mouth and try. We'll get there together!"
"I've really enjoyed my Cantonese training with YuenFan. She is a patient and professional teacher whose pronunciation is very clear, which makes it much easier to follow and learn. She combines standard language with slang and local expressions, giving a more practical understanding of how Cantonese is really spoken. I would definitely recommend her to others."
"Really enjoying the lessons with YuenFan, her materials are excellent and she's really good at adapting to my pace and my specific learning needs."
"YuenFan is the best Cantonese tutor you could possibly find. She is very patient, supportive, and knowledgeable. My Cantonese level has improved significantly after learning with her for several months. I genuinely recommend her to every person who wants to learn Cantonese. 10/10"
A structured, affordable way to start your Cantonese journey with fellow learners worldwide
Quality Cantonese instruction at a fraction of private lesson rates.
Role-play real conversations with classmates from around the world. Hearing different accents and sharing mistakes accelerates everyone's learning.
A carefully sequenced beginner syllabus โ no gaps, no guesswork. Each session builds directly on the last for steady, visible progress.
Connect with learners from the US, UK, Australia, Japan and beyond. You'll share the journey, celebrate wins, and keep each other accountable.
Starting from zero? Perfect. This course is designed for absolute beginners. By the end of 8 sessions, you'll be able to introduce yourself, navigate everyday Hong Kong life, and hold simple conversations with real confidence.
Join the waitlist to be notified when the next session opens ๐
Finished the Beginner course? Continue your journey with the same friendly group format โ but now with richer conversations and real-world topics.
This course is designed for students who have completed the Beginner Group Class. You'll build on your foundation with more complex vocabulary, natural expressions, and longer conversations about everyday Hong Kong life.
Not sure if this class is for you?
Join the waitlist to be notified when the next session opens ๐
Every lesson is personalised to your goals, level, and schedule โ the fastest way to reach conversational fluency
Every student gets a personalised level assessment and a custom lesson plan built around your goals, schedule, and learning style.
Learn from anywhere via online classroom. Flexible scheduling across time zones โ Asia, Americas, Europe, all welcome.
In a 1-on-1 lesson, every minute is yours. You get more speaking time, more personal feedback, and a teacher who adjusts in real time โ so you progress faster than in any group setting.
Book a 25-minute trial โ Fan will assess your current level, answer all your questions, and design a lesson path just for you.
Dive in with these free guides, phrase lists, and tips
Classic hits with Jyutping + English translation โ perfect for learners.
Cantonese has 9 tones (6 standard + 3 entering tones). Master these 6 first and you'll cover 90% of everyday speech.
๐ก Tip: All 6 tones use the same base syllable "si" โ only the pitch changes. Say them out loud!
Numbers are your first building block โ master these and you can already ask prices, tell time, and count!
๐ก Tip: "ๅ" (4) sounds like "death" in Cantonese โ many Hong Kong buildings skip the 4th floor!
Going for yum cha (้ฃฒ่ถ)? Impress the locals at any dim sum restaurant with these essentials!
Errors are proof you're trying. Native speakers will always appreciate the effort โ fear nothing, speak everything.
Artists like Eason Chan (้ณๅฅ่ฟ ) and Faye Wong (็่ฒ) are perfect for training your ear to the natural rhythm of tones.
TVB dramas or Hong Kong films in Cantonese with traditional Chinese subtitles โ read, listen, and absorb simultaneously.
Short, consistent practice builds neural pathways. Use commute time, meals, or bedtime for a quick daily Cantonese fix.
Jyutping is the standard romanisation for Cantonese. Learning it unlocks dictionaries, apps, and pronunciation guides.