Greek

Author: David Holton
Publisher: Psychology Press
ISBN: 9780415100014
Category : Foreign Language Study
Languages : el
Pages : 552

Book Description
The first truly comprehensive grammar of the Greek language to be produced, concentrating on the real patterns of use in today's Greek.Greek: A Comprehensive Grammar of the Modern Language is a complete reference guide to modern Greek grammar.It is the first truly comprehensive grammar of the language to be produced, concentrating on the real patterns of use in modern Greek, and will provide the standard reference work for years to come.The Grammar is an ideal reference source for the adult learner and user of Greek. It is suitable either for independent study or for use in schools, colleges, universities and adult classes of all types.The volume contains a comprehensive description of Greek grammar, offering an analysis of the complexities of the language and providing full and clear explanations. Throughout, the emphasis is on the Greek spoken and written by native speakers today.An extensive index, glossary of linguistic terms and numbered paragraphs provide readers with easy access to the information they require.Features include:* detailed treatment of all grammatical structures* up-to-date examples* separate and detailed treatment of syntax* particular attention to areas of confusion and difficulty

Greek: An Essential Grammar of the Modern Language

Author: David Holton
Publisher: Routledge
ISBN: 1317396782
Category : Foreign Language Study
Languages : en
Pages : 297

Book Description
Greek: An Essential Grammar is a concise and user-friendly reference guide to modern Greek. It presents a fresh and accessible description of the language in short, readable sections. Explanations are clear and supported by examples throughout. This new edition has been revised and updated to present an accurate and accessible description of the most important aspects of modern Greek. Features include: clear and up-to-date examples special attention to those points which often cause problems to English-speaking learners Greek/English comparisons and contrasts highlighted throughout. Greek: An Essential Grammar is ideal for learners involved in independent study and for students in schools, colleges, universities and adult classes of all types. Levels CEFR scale A1-B2 and ACTFL level Low-Intermediate to Advanced.

Essential Modern Greek Grammar

Author: Douglas Q. Adams
Publisher: Courier Corporation
ISBN: 0486113434
Category : Foreign Language Study
Languages : en
Pages : 100

Book Description
This logical, developmental presentation of the major aspects of modern Greek grammar includes all the necessary tools for speech and comprehension. Designed for adults with limited learning time who wish to acquire the basics of everyday modern Greek, this grammar features numerous shortcuts and timesavers. Ideal as an introduction, supplement, or refresher.

Modern Written Arabic

Author: El Said Badawi
Publisher: Routledge
ISBN: 1135101485
Category : Foreign Language Study
Languages : en
Pages : 828

Book Description
Modern Written Arabic is a complete reference guide to the grammar of modern written Arabic. The Grammar presents an accessible and systematic description of the language, focusing on real patterns of use in contemporary written Arabic, from street signs to literature. Examples are drawn from authentic texts, both literary and journalistic, published since 1990. This comprehensive work is an invaluable resource for intermediate and advanced students of Arabic and anyone interested in Arabic linguistics and the way modern written Arabic works. Features include: comprehensive coverage of all parts of speech full cross-referencing authentic examples, given in Arabic script, transliteration and translation a detailed index.

The Cambridge Grammar of Classical Greek

Author: Evert van Emde Boas
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
ISBN: 110822945X
Category : Foreign Language Study
Languages : en
Pages : 856

Book Description
This is the first full-scale reference grammar of Classical Greek in English in a century. The first work of its kind to reflect significant advances in linguistics made in recent decades, it provides students, teachers and academics with a comprehensive yet user-friendly treatment. The chapters on phonology and morphology make full use of insights from comparative and historical linguistics to elucidate complex systems of roots, stems and endings. The syntax offers linguistically up-to-date descriptions of such topics as case usage, tense and aspect, voice, subordinate clauses, infinitives and participles. An innovative section on textual coherence treats particles and word order and discusses several sample passages in detail, demonstrating new ways of approaching Greek texts. Throughout the book numerous original examples are provided, all with translations and often with clarifying notes. Clearly laid-out tables, helpful cross-references and full indexes make this essential resource accessible to users of all levels.

The Cambridge Grammar of Medieval and Early Modern Greek

Author: David Holton
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
ISBN: 1108640923
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
Languages : en
Pages : 2258

Book Description
The Greek language has a written history of more than 3,000 years. While the classical, Hellenistic and modern periods of the language are well researched, the intermediate stages are much less well known, but of great interest to those curious to know how a language changes over time. The geographical area where Greek has been spoken stretches from the Aegean Islands to the Black Sea and from Southern Italy and Sicily to the Middle East, largely corresponding to former territories of the Byzantine Empire and its successor states. This Grammar draws on a comprehensive corpus of literary and non-literary texts written in various forms of the vernacular to document the processes of change between the eleventh and eighteenth centuries, processes which can be seen as broadly comparable to the emergence of the Romance languages from Medieval Latin. Regional and dialectal variation in phonology and morphology are treated in detail.

Turkish

Author: Aslı Göksel
Publisher: Psychology Press
ISBN: 041521761X
Category : Foreign Language Study
Languages : en
Pages : 536

Book Description
A complete reference guide to modern Turkish grammar, this work presents a full and accessible description of the language, concentrating on the real patterns of use.

The Routledge Modern Greek Reader

Author: Maria Kaliambou
Publisher: Routledge
ISBN: 1317610571
Category : Foreign Language Study
Languages : en
Pages : 252

Book Description
The Routledge Modern Greek Reader has been specially designed for post-beginners to advanced learners of Greek. Written by an experienced instructor, this innovative reader offers both students and teachers of Modern Greek the pedagogical tools to utilise richly textured folktale material in a language class. Students can develop their linguistic skills while simultaneously engaging with the broader social and cultural context of the language. Features include: Twenty five readings organised according to level of difficulty, beginning with easy short stories and progressing onto more advanced level texts Vocabulary lists with English translations and vocabulary in context supporting each reading Comprehension questions in each chapter to help foster stronger reading and writing skills Language exercises and subject specific tasks to stimulate classroom discussion and help students develop strong essay writing skills in Greek Three folktales presented in different dialects at the end of the book to help students understand variety within the Greek language itself A complete Greek-English glossary and a list of all idiomatic expressions and colloquial phrases found in the folktales. Suitable for both class use and independent study, The Routledge Modern Greek Reader is an essential tool for increasing language proficiency skills and enriching students’ cultural knowledge.

Indonesian: A Comprehensive Grammar

Author: James Neil Sneddon
Publisher: Routledge
ISBN: 1135873518
Category : Foreign Language Study
Languages : en
Pages : 440

Book Description
This grammar is a complete reference guide to the language of Indonesia as used by native speakers. The book is organised to promote a thorough understanding of Indonesian grammar. It presents the complexities of Indonesian in a concise and readable form. An extensive index, cross-referencing and a generous use of headings will provide readers with immediate access to the information they require. Key features: to aid clarity, all word groups and structures discussed are illustrated by natural examples of frequently used words and expressions each section can be read independently, enabling the reader to focus on a specific aspect of the language, if required all major structures of Indonesian, from words to complex sentences are described in detail common grammatical terms used are all clearly defined in an extensive glossary. By providing a comprehensive description of Indonesian in a clear and non-technical manner, this grammar makes an ideal reference source for all users of the language, whether in colleges, universities or adult education classes of all types. James Neil Sneddon was Associate Professor in the Faculty of Asian and International Studies at Griffith University, with long experience teaching Indonesian language and linguistics. He is also author of Understanding Indonesian Grammar. Alexander Adelaar is Principal Fellow in the Asia Institute at the University of Melbourne. He is author of a number of books on Austronesian linguistics. Dwi Noverini Djenar lectures in the Department of Indonesian Studies at the University of Sydney. She is author of Semantic, Pragmatic and Discourse Perspectives of Preposition Use: A study of Indonesian locatives. Michael C Ewing is a senior lecturer in Indonesian Studies at the Asia Institute at the University of Melbourne. He is author of Grammar and Inference in Conversation: Identifying clause structure in spoken Javanese.

Greek Today

Author: Peter Bien
Publisher: UPNE
ISBN: 9781584650331
Category : Foreign Language Study
Languages : en
Pages : 614

Book Description
A new approach for teaching Modern Greek, using songs, poems, cartoons, and contemporary dialogues