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Can you get by with English in Hong Kong?
Can a short term visitor expect to get by just by speaking English there? The prevalence of English in Hong Kong is actually surprisingly low, even though it is a former British colony, with just under half the population (46\%) being able to speak English.
What jobs require English language?
Job options
- Digital copywriter.
- Editorial assistant.
- English as a foreign language teacher.
- Lexicographer.
- Magazine journalist.
- Newspaper journalist.
- Private tutor.
- Publishing copy-editor/proofreader.
How well do people in Hong Kong speak English?
Only around 6\% of Hongkongers speak English well, HKU study shows – Hong Kong Free Press HKFP.
How easy is it to get a job in Hong Kong?
Even better, the Hong Kong Government has their Quality Migrant Admission Scheme, that makes it as easy as possible to get a job in Hong Kong if you are in the right profession for their needs. They even have a Talent List website dedicated to clearly explaining the type of workers they are after.
What does an ESL teacher do in Hong Kong?
More… Early Childhood ESL Teacher in Hong Kong (Full-time/ Part-ti… Teach at an international or local kindergarten/nursery in Hong Kong. Lead and organise English activities outside the classroom. More…
Do I need to speak Cantonese to work in Hong Kong?
First thing is first, most Hong Kong businesses with a predominantly local focus will have issues with your application if you do not speak at least basic Cantonese (and in some cases Mandarin). On the other side of the coin, language generally should not be a barrier if you are looking to work in internationally geared industries.
Is there a language barrier when moving to Hong Kong?
There shouldn’t be a language barrier, as English is one of the official languages in Hong Kong. You can start by taking a look at Internations, which can help you connect with fellow expats in Hong Kong.