Speak Qu bec is a practical handbook for understanding Qu b cois, the day-to-day French spoken in the Province of Qu bec. Comprising over three thousand commonly-used words and expressions, it provides a dynamic & fun yet accurate reference for English speakers who wish to express themselves in daily Qu bec conversation. Designed to open the door to Qu bec culture, Speak Qu bec provides a linguistic basis to help understand and appreciate one of the oldest, richest, and most inspired cultures in North America. This abridged version is a slightly-shortened version of the third edition, and is appropriate for educational purposes.