Kituba, also known as Kikongo Ya Leta and Munukutuba, is a vehicular or trade language spoken along the lower reaches of the Congo and its tributaries. The course consists of a 'primer' in the language and subject-oriented groups of lessons. The primer is intended to introduce the major grammatical structures of the language, to develop in the support an adequate pronunciation, and to present a certain amount of useful vocabulary for a variety of situations. The subject-oriented lessons build on the vocabulary and grammar presented in the primer. Each unit in the primer consists of a short dialogue, variation drills, a vocabulary supplement, grammar notes, and grammar drills. In subsequent units, the dialogue is supplemented with a short narrative. Notes in these units are rare and there are no drills.
