Author : Gail Stein
Publisher : Penguin
Page : 255 pages
File Size : 38,7 MB
Release : 2006-02-07
Category : Foreign Language Study
ISBN : 159257453X
You're no idiot, of course. You need to know enough Spanish to get by-or at least get directions to the bathroom when necessary. But your limited vocabulary and questionable grammar aren't getting you anywhere...
Author : Gail Stein
Publisher : Penguin
Page : 259 pages
File Size : 45,92 MB
Release : 2003-02-04
Category : Foreign Language Study
ISBN : 1429526580
Fully revised and updated, The Pocket Idiot's Guide to Spanish Phrases, Third Edition, offers the everyday terms travellers need to know, whether they're on business or holiday in a Spanish-speaking country. From cooking and dating to banking and shopping, a master linguist delivers witty tips, easy-to-follow grammar lessons, and comprehensive bilingual glossaries for both beginner and advanced speakers.
Author : Gail Stein
Publisher : Penguin
Page : 292 pages
File Size : 21,76 MB
Release : 2009
Category : Foreign Language Study
ISBN : 9781592579044
A latest edition incorporates updated information on transportation, accommodations, and emergency preparedness as well as a new section for business travelers, counseling visitors to France on how to communicate with locals for essential needs. Original.
Author : Jacquelyn R. MacConnell
Publisher : Penguin
Page : 276 pages
File Size : 23,45 MB
Release : 2008-09-02
Category : Foreign Language Study
ISBN : 1101217197
Communicate with ease with the Spanish-speaking public! Learning Spanish is vital to performing many public services, include police work and other law-enforcement professions. Police, patrollers, detectives, and corrections, parole, court, and security officers who interact with Spanish-speaking people need this specialized, easy-to-use guide to help them communicate and sometimes translate quickly and effectively—anywhere. • From expert authors with experience in Spanish language instruction for law enforcement officials. • Essential phrases—including Miranda rights—and vocabulary for patrol, investigations, emergency situations, narcotics, corrections, and more. • Easy-to-use phonetic translations. • Useful information on Latino culture and street Spanish.
Author : Gail Stein
Publisher : MacMillan Publishing Company
Page : 260 pages
File Size : 32,55 MB
Release : 1999
Category : Foreign Language Study
ISBN : 9780028627038
If you grew up miles from the nearest Hispanic community, it might've been hard staying awake in spanish class. But this is not a test: You have to learn a second language--fast! Put back that Cheech & Chong video! The Pocket Idiot's Guide to Spanish is more than just a directory of words. You'll quickly feel confident with the language--even communicate well with native speakers--whether you're preparing for a vacation or a business trip. This Pocket Idiot's Guide helps you:
Author : Gail Stein
Publisher : Penguin
Page : 479 pages
File Size : 17,52 MB
Release : 2003
Category : Foreign Language Study
ISBN : 0028644514
Presents the principles of Spanish vocabulary, grammar, and usage for immediate use, along with a Spanish/English-English/Spanish dictionary, a guide to pronunciation, cultural information, useful phrases, and exercises.
Author : Gail Stein
Publisher : Penguin Putnam
Page : 276 pages
File Size : 33,21 MB
Release : 1999
Category : Foreign Language Study
ISBN : 9780028631462
Are you embarrassed to admit that your knowledge of French stops somewhere south of Quebec? Can you tell La Marseillaise from bouillabaisse? Are you trying to master the language but keep getting stopped at the Maginot line? Don't worry: You'll always have Paris--and The Pocket Idiot's Guide to French! This is more than just a directory of words; you'll quickly feel confident with the language--even be able to communicate with native speakers. Whether you're preparing for a vacation or a business trip, this Pocket Idiot's Guide helps you:
Author : Susana Wald
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 436 pages
File Size : 40,16 MB
Release : 2011-01-06
Category : Foreign Language Study
ISBN : 1118007980
Learn Latin American Spanish quickly and painlessly The job market for those who are bilingual is expanding rapidly. Businesses and government agencies are hiring translators; retailers and advertisers are concentrating more energy in targeting the Spanish-speaking ; and hospitals and agencies are seeking to overcome language barriers. Whether you’re a student studying Spanish, a traveler gearing up for a trip to a Spanish-speaking country and need to learn the basics, or a upwardly mobile looking to get ahead of the pack in your career by learning a second language, Spanish For Dummies, 2nd edition is your hands-on guide to quickly and painlessly learn Latin American Spanish that includes: Expanded coverage of grammar, verb conjugations, and pronunciations A refreshed and expanded mini-dictionary complete with even more essential vocabulary, exercises, and more A revamped and expanded bonus CD-ROM that includes real-life dialogue to aid in your learning Whether you’re looking to learn Spanish for use in the home, class, at the office, or on the go, Spanish For Dummies, 2nd edition has you covered!
Author : Gail Stein
Publisher : Penguin
Page : 479 pages
File Size : 44,4 MB
Release : 1999
Category : Foreign Language Study
ISBN : 002863229X
You're no idiot, of course. You appreciate wine and brie, can pronounce "croissant," and know that "bonjour" means hello. But when it comes to actually learning the language, you feel stranded on the Eiffel Tower with no way down. Don't strap on your parachute just yet! The Complete Idiot's Guide to Learning French, Second Edition makes mastering French fun and entertaining--instead of bogging you down with verb tenses and vocabulary lists. You'll feel confident about "parlaying" your new proficiency into conversations with native speakers. In this Complete Idiot's Guide, you get:
Author : Pedro Vázquez Bermejo
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 585 pages
File Size : 27,70 MB
Release : 2010-05-14
Category : Foreign Language Study
ISBN : 0470664525
Whether you want to take up Spanish from scratch or brush up on your existing skills, this practical, easy-to-follow guide is for you! Inside you'll find helpful lessons, cultural facts, handy references and much more, including a Spanish-English mini-dictionary and common verb lists. Learn how to use your skills in a variety of everyday contexts, and discover common expressions, important holidays and phrases that'll make you sound fluent. Spanish For Dummies is your one-way ticket to speaking mainland Spanish with confidence. Spanish For Dummies includes: Part I: Getting Started Chapter 1: You Already Know a Little Spanish Chapter 2: The Nitty Gritty: Basic Spanish Grammar Part II: Spanish in Action Chapter 3: Hola! Hello! Greetings and Introductions Chapter 4: Getting to Know You: Making Small Talk Chapter 5: Dining Out and Going to Market Chapter 6: Shopping Made Easy Chapter 7: Going Out on the Town Chapter 8: Enjoying Yourself: Recreation Chapter 9: Talking on the Phone Chapter 10: At the Office and Around the House Part III: Spanish on the Go Chapter 11: Money, Money, Money Chapter 12: Dónde Está? (Where Is It?): Asking Directions Chapter 13: Checking into a Hotel Chapter 14: Getting Around: Planes, Trains, Taxis, and More Chapter 15: Planning a Trip Chapter 16: Help! Handling Emergencies Part IV: The Part of Tens Chapter 17: Ten Ways to Speak Spanish Quickly Chapter 18: Ten Favourite Spanish Expressions Chapter 19: Ten Holidays to Remember Chapter 20: Ten Phrases That Make You Sound Fluent in Spanish Part V: Appendixes Appendix A: Spanish-English Mini Dictionary Appendix B: Spanish Verbs Appendix C: Spanish Facts
