Author: Daniel Joelson Publisher: Hippocrene Books ISBN: 9780781810623 Category : Foreign Language Study Languages : en Pages : 208
Book Description
Yhe Spanish spoken in Chile is frequently indiscernible to gringos and native Spanish speakers alike. This dictionary and phrasebook collects over 1,500 of these terms and idioms, known as "Chilenismos," and expresses them in simple English.
Author: Todd Scudiere Publisher: Hippocrene Books ISBN: 9780781809832 Category : Foreign Language Study Languages : en Pages : 294
Book Description
Hindi is one of the most widely spoken languages in the world and one of the two official of India. This guide provides the traveller or student with essential resources for communication.
Author: Arthur Swift Butterfield Publisher: Hippocrene Books ISBN: 9780781801799 Category : Foreign Language Study Languages : un Pages : 436
Book Description
An easy-to-use bilingual dictionary for both Spanish language and ESL students. Spanish-English/English-Spanish Practical Dictionary features over 35,000 word-to-word entries, making it suitable for standardized testing. It also includes a phonetic guide to pronunciation in both languages, a handy glossary of the country's menu terms, a bilingual list of irregular verbs, and a bilingual list of abbreviations. Sturdy and portable, this paperback edition also makes a great option for travelers.
Author: A. Scott Britton Publisher: Hippocrene Books ISBN: 9780781811361 Category : Foreign Language Study Languages : en Pages : 148
Book Description
"If you're traveling to Hawaii and the only Hawaiian word you know is Aloha,this is the book for you! Hawaiians are enormously proud of their heritage, and Hawaiian shares official-language status with English. This book provides all the language you need to get by in Hawaiian, and is the ideal companion for vacationers and others interested in traditional Hawaiian culture." "Divided into three parts, this book includes: an easy guide to Hawaiian pronunciation and grammar; a two-way dictionary of essential words; and a phrasebook covering useful topics such as greetings, food & drink, cultural activities, and more."--BOOK JACKET.
Author: Jared Romey Publisher: ISBN: 9780983840534 Category : Languages : en Pages : 156
Book Description
"Cuica," "guagua," "fome," "cabro chico," "al tiro," "charcha..." all these words and phrases might sound new to you, but they are common in the Chilean Spanish. Speaking Chileno, already a bestseller in Chile, is the most up-to-date reference book of Chilean Spanish vocabulary. It features more than 2,000 words and phrases explained in English, many with sample sentences. This dictionary-style book also includes 29 humorous cartoon illustrations, plus short sections about Chilean gestures, pronunciation, and grammar. Quick reference sections group common Chilean words and phrases for food, drink, terms for the body, types of clothing and key words that are found in the daily spoken language. This book is indispensable for anyone with ties to Chile. First-time visitors to Chile, native Chileans and even people looking to connect to their Chilean family and heritage will find Speaking Chileno useful as they enjoy Chilean Spanish. The Chilean edition of Speaking Chileno has been featured in the Chilean International Book Fair, has also been part of the El Mercurio Readers Club and has appeared in Chilean newspapers. Seaking Chileno follows the light-hearted, humorous style of the other books in the Speaking Latino series: Speaking Boricua and Speaking Argento that were the result of the experience of a gringo, Jared Romey, living, working and mingling among locals in these countries. IS THIS BOOK FOR ME? This bilingual book contains words that are not appropriate for kids. If you are just starting to learn Spanish, this book is best used as a complementary reference source to any program or class designed to teach you Spanish. This book and the other books of the Speaking Latino series are not designed as stand-alone learning aids, to teach you Spanish. Instead, they expand your country-specific Spanish vocabulary. If you already speak Spanish, this book help you understand local Spanish from Chile. Be sure to use the Amazon Look Inside function to see what this book will and will not teach.
Author: Ville Kataja Publisher: Hippocrene Books ISBN: 9780781809566 Category : Foreign Language Study Languages : en Pages : 308
Book Description
This compact dictionary and phrasebook features a concise, easy-to-use grammar guide, a pronunciation table, and a handy reference section that provides the reader with the basics of the Finnish language. Also included is an introduction to the country's history as well as useful tips and practical information on how to navigate one's way through the streets, shops and restaurants of Finland.
Author: Yong Ho Publisher: Hippocrene Books ISBN: 9780781811354 Category : Foreign Language Study Languages : en Pages : 316
Book Description
Mandarin Chinese, with over a billion speakers, is the most widely spoken language in the world. The People's Republic of China, where it is the official language, is becoming increasingly central to international commerce. Containing a bilingual dictionary and a practical phrasebook, this is an essential book for students, travellers and businesspeople. Features: 4,000 total dictionary entries; Chinese words printed in Chinese script with Pinyin romanisations; Comprehensive phrasebook; Easy-to-use pronunciation guide; Special section devoted to Chinese grammar.
Author: Carl R. Galvez Rubino Publisher: Hippocrene Books ISBN: 9780781806428 Category : Foreign Language Study Languages : en Pages : 276
Book Description
locano is spoken in the northern Luzon region of the Philippines, and is sometimes called the national language of the north. It is spoken by about 9 million people, including large communities of Ilocanos in Hawaii and California. Although non-Tagalog Philippine languages are often called dialects, they are actually unique languages and Ilocano is not mutually intelligible with Tagalog. The aim of this dictionary and phrasebook is to assist the student or traveler in expanding his or her knowledge of the language and culture of the Philippines. * Introduction to basic grammar * Pronunciation guide * Ilocano-English / English-Ilocano dictionary * Ilocano phrasebook
Author: A. Scott Britton Publisher: Hippocrene Books ISBN: 9780781810661 Category : Foreign Language Study Languages : en Pages : 252
Book Description
Guarani is an indigenous South American language with over 8 million speakers. It is mostly spoken in Paraguay and Bolivia. With over 7,000 entries, this is a comprehensive bilingual Guarani-English dictionary that provides parts of speech, illustrative examples, etymological notes, and a pronunciation and orthography section.
Author: Nuria Agulló Publisher: McGraw Hill Professional ISBN: 0071491155 Category : Foreign Language Study Languages : es Pages : 209
Book Description
Shake it up in Spanish with a little help from your friends Looking to break the ice in Barcelona? Flirt in Fajardo? If you want to connect with Spanish speakers, then get in on the conversation with your instant amigas, Pepa and Pili, and experience the real-world rhythm of everyday Spanish. Join the party and learn hundreds of expressions with their formal, informal, and “downtown” variations including tips on how and when to use them. So, if you want to mingle in Madrid, then you'll want to know how to say... ¿Eres de Madrid? Are you from Madrid? ¿Estudias o trabajas? Are you studying or working? ¿Te importa si me siento aquí? Do you mind if I sit here? ¿Estás libre esta tarde? Are you free this afternoon?
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