Want to speak Japanese? Don't have a lot of time? "Japanese For Dummies Audio Set" is designed to help you learn quickly and easily at home or on the road. From basic greetings and expressions to grammar and conversations, you'll grasp the essentials and start communicating right away.

This completely practical, portable learning system lets you set your own pace and skip around to explore topics that interest. Three one-hour CDs introduce the basics of Japanese, get you familiar with the languages structure, and prepare you to use the language in real-world situations. You can play them on any car or home stereo, copy them to your computer, and load the pre-converted files onto your mp3 to play them wherever and whenever you want. A 96-page compact guide helps you find your way around the CDs and handy Japanese/English dictionary for quick reference on the go. You'll discover how to: Begin communicating in Japanese on a basic levelHandle greetings and introductionsAsk questions and understand the answersBuild your vocabularyTalk about numbers, time, and the calendarAsk for directionsOrder a meal at a restaurantUnderstand Japanese parts of speechForm complete sentences and converse in Japanese

If you're ready to start speaking Japanese, "Japanese For Dummies Audio Set" is the most effective, convenient, and friendliest tool you can use.

Essential Italian Vocabulary is the course for you if you need help with your study of Italian. This fully revised edition of our best-selling course contains plenty of hints on how to learn vocabulary effectively. Unlike a phrasebook or a dictionary, Essential Italian Vocabulary will take your existing knowledge and build on it systematically and organically, so that you will increase your vocabulary and at the same time expand your range of expression. At the beginning of the book there is a section to help you with your pronunciation, followed by a short and simple grammar summary. The main part of the book is arranged in topics, such as 'Work', 'Travel and Accommodation' and 'Food and Drink', and concentrates on the vital and most current words and expressions, listing those which you might already know and then extending the coverage to teach you those you probably do not know. This is an ideal companion if you are a language student or if you are wanting a systematic, easy-to-use tool to increase the range of your vocabulary and improve your ability to express yourself in a wide variety of situations, either on holiday or on a business trip. Learn effortlessly with a new, easy-to-read page design: AUTHOR INSIGHTS Lots of instant help with common problems and quick tips for success, based on the author's many years of experience. END-OF-UNIT SUMMARIES Summaries to help you consolidate and keep track of your progress. Download our free app, Teach Yourself Library, from the App Store or Google Play to access the free audio.

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Pushtu (also known as Pashto or Pushto) is one of the official languages of Afghanistan, and is also spoken in parts of northwestern Pakistan. It belongs to the Indo-Iranian branch of Indo-European languages and is spoken by about 21 million people. Introduction to Pushtu is designed to provide the student with a knowledge of Pushtu as it is spoken by native speakers. All Pushtu terms are presented both in Pushtu script and in Romanized script for English speakers. Chapters cover: * Reading and writing exercises * Rules of syntax * Parts of speech * Regular and irregular verbs * Common idiomatic sentences

Looking for a convenient language course that fits your lifestyle and gets you speaking a new language in a matter of hours? The acclaimed audio-led Michel Thomas Method Foundation Modern Standard Arabic course, endorsed by celebrities, executives and learners worldwide, will deliver the results you want. How does it work? During the course, you will join Michel Thomas Method teacher Jane Wightwick, native speaker Mahmoud Gaafar and two students in a live lesson, learning from both their successes and their mistakes to keep you motivated and involved throughout the course. You, as the learner, become the third student and participate actively in the class. Within the very first hour you will be able to construct simple phrases by listening and thinking out answers for yourself without the pressure of writing or memorizing. You learn through your own language, so there's no stress, and no anxiety. You'll stick with it because you'll love it. Why is the method so successful? The Michel Thomas Method was perfected over 50 years by celebrated psychologist and linguist Michel Thomas. This unique method works with your brain and draws on the principles of instructional psychology. Knowledge is structured and organised so that you assimilate the language easily and don't forget it. The method breaks down the language into building blocks that are introduced sequentially in such a way that you create your response and move on to ever-more-complex sentences. There is no need to stop for homework, additional exercises or vocabulary memorization, so you progress rapidly. What's in the Course? Foundation Modern Standard Arabic Foundation course with the Michel Thomas Method includes up to 8 hours of audio on CD. Learn anywhere Don't be tied to chunky books or your computer, Michel Thomas Method audio courses let you learn whenever you want: at home, in your car, or on the move with your MP3 player or smartphone.

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Essential French Verbs is the course for you if you need help with your study of French. This fully revised edition of our best-selling course contains hints on how to learn verbs effectively. The aim of this book is to help you improve your command of French by focusing on one aspect of language learning that invariably causes difficulties - verbs and the way they behave. Whether you are a complete beginner or a relatively advanced learner, you can consult the book when you need to know the form of a verb quickly. The introductory section gives you a complete overview of French verbs and how they work in the various tenses. Essential French Verbs contains: - full coverage of the main tenses for 200 frequently used French verbs arranged alphabetically for quick and easy reference - examples of the verbs in everyday use, with colloquial expressions and words sharing the same origin - a French-English verb list of approximately 3000 verbs with details of the patterns they follow - an English-French verb list giving the most frequently used English verbs in French with details of the patterns they follow Learn effortlessly with a new, easy-to-read page design. AUTHOR INSIGHTS Lots of instant help with common problems and quick tips for success, based on the author's many years of experience. USEFUL VOCABULARY Easy to find and learn, to build a solid foundation for speaking. Download our free app, Teach Yourself Library, from the App Store or Google Play to access the free audio.

French in 30 Days - Concise Language Course You're a beginner and you want to learn the basics of the French language as fast and effectively as possible? If so, "French in 30 Days" is the best choice, because this language course was developed especially for self-studying beginners and refreshers. The course consists of 30 consecutive lessons, ordered in four major thematic fields. Lessons are in a fun, diary-like format, designed to fit seamlessly into your daily schedule. The audio CD runs for 60 minutes and the contents can be easily downloaded to your iPod or MP3 player. Following through the lessons transports you to life in French where you will learn how to meet and greet people, carry out everyday tasks, and find and start work. Exercises and examples progressively build a solid foundation of essential grammar and vocabulary alongside knowledge of the country and its culture. For an easy and motivating start Topics from everyday life, travel and job Enjoyable continued story Book flaps with important vocabulary For listening and practising Audio-CD Dialogues in two speech rates Spoken by native speakers For your personal learning success Self-evaluation at the end of each lesson With lessons for repetition, indermediate and final tests

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This newly designed, beginner-level Italian audio course is ideal for language learners looking for a fun and effective course with short, manageable daily lessons. Lessons are in a fun, diary-like format, designed to fit seamlessly into your daily schedule. The audio CD runs for 60 minutes and the contents can be easily downloaded to your iPod or MP3 player. Following through the lessons transports you to life in Italy where you will learn how to meet and greet people, carry out everyday tasks, and find and start work. Exercises and examples progressively build a solid foundation of essential grammar and vocabulary alongside knowledge of the country and its culture.

The ideal introduction to everyday Italian for beginners, Italianissimo 1 will help you develop your listening, reading, writing and speaking skills whether you are learning at home or in a class. With an emphasis on enjoying Italy and all it has to offer in terms of art, architecture, food and everyday culture, you will learn all the language you need to make the most of your time abroad. Its unique twin-track approach allows you to decide how you want to learn. Choose either the quicker route, concentrating on communication, or the more detailed route if you wish to understand the language and grammar in more depth. Italianissimo 1 can help you reach the equivalent level of a first qualification, such as GCSE.Course Book * Ten structured units present the main language of the course * Additional grammar and exercise sections are provided at regular intervals to reinforce learning 288-page, full-colour course book (available separately or as part of the language pack, which also contains the audio cassettes or CDs) Audio * Authentic dialogues and interviews allow you to hear native Italian speakers using everyday language * Useful, everyday topics help you to reinforce your listening and speaking skills in context 4 x 75-minute audio CD The book (9780563519065) and audio CDs (9780563519270) are also available to buy separately.

An innovative visual approach to learning and using basic Italian phrases Do you need to brush up on your Italian, or learn the language full stop? Then pick up a copy of Italian Visual Phrase Pack and start learning today. Whether you're visiting Italy for business or pleasure, you want to make sure you're understood and this guide will ensure you are. Find key phrases fast in this effective survival language guide for real-life situations. Galleries of words and pictures make it easy to find key basic Italian vocabulary at a glance and help you remember what you've seen. No prior knowledge required so you can learn phrases to help you find your way around, eat out, shop and go sightseeing. Plus a 60-minute audio CD will help you practise beforehand. An easy-to-use pronunciation guide for every word and phrase will help you communicate with the native speakers when you've arrived. So pop Italian Visual Phrase Pack in your pocket when you're out and about in Italy so you can converse with the locals without any trouble. Now with a new look. (Previous ISBN: 9781405331661).

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The perfect language pack for learning Spanish fast - talk with confidence in just 12 weeks Hablo espanola? In just 15 minutes a day you can speak and understand Spanish with confidence with 15-Minute Spanish, an easy-to-follow, practical course teaching you all the essentials. The unique visual approach makes learning quick, easy and fun. No writing or homework - just use the specially designed "cover and test" flaps to hide the answers and test yourself as you learn. This updated edition includes the best-selling guide full of real-life examples designed to cover every holiday and business situation and two accompanying 60-minute CDs to help you perfect your pronunciation. Whether starting from scratch or just in need of a refresher, there's no easier way to learn Spanish than with 15-Minute Spanish.

The perfect language pack for learning Italian fast - talk with confidence in just 12 weeks Parla italiano? In just 15 minutes a day you can speak and understand Italian with confidence with 15-Minute Italian, an easy-to-follow, practical course teaching you all the essentials. The unique visual approach makes learning quick, easy and fun. No writing or homework - just use the specially designed "cover and test" flaps to hide the answers and test yourself as you learn. This updated edition includes the best-selling guide full of real-life examples designed to cover every holiday and business situation and two accompanying 60-minute CDs to help you perfect your pronunciation. Whether starting from scratch or just in need of a refresher, there's no easier way to learn Italian than with 15-Minute Italian.

Six engaging short stories by six different authors provide enriching literature for Chinese language students.

Read Chinese literature with detailed footnotes, pinyin, author and story summaries all while listening to professionally created audio files. Capturing Chinese provides the ultimate learning tool for breaking away from textbook stories and breaking into engaging Chinese literature.

Put down your dictionary, pick up your copy of Capturing Chinese and enjoy yourself some Chinese literature. Footnotes highlight the more difficult vocabulary and pinyin is provided for the entire text. Historical events, people, and places are explained throughout and illustrations recreate the scenes.

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Explore these six different authors and their stories: Ling Shuhuaprovides a woman's perspective during the May Fourth movement inThe Night of Mid-Autumn Festival. Lai He provides his perspective of Taiwan during the Japanese occupation inThe Steelyard. Mao Dundepicts some of the problems facing rural China in his most famous story, Spring Silkworms. Shen Congwenuses a basic story to show how rural customs inhibit modernization in his story, Xiaoxiao. Yu Dafutakes his readers to Japan, where he himself spent time as a student.Yu Dafu's frank depiction of sexual urges inSinkingshocked the readers of his day. Lao Sheillustrates the changing times in Beijing in his short story, An Old and Established Name.

The Text Audio CDs contain each chapter's conversations, listening activities, and end-of-chapter vocabulary.

This product is most effective when used in conjunction with the corresponding book. - You can purchase the book and audio support as a pack (ISBN: 9781444107043) - The book is also sold separately (ISBN: 9781444107036) (copy and paste the ISBN number into the search bar to find these products) Are you looking for a course in Polish written for the absolute beginner who has no experience of learning a foreign language? Get Started in Polish will give you the confidence to communicate in Polish. Now fully updated to make your language learning experience fun and interactive. You can still rely on the benefits of a top language teacher and our years of teaching experience, but now with added learning features within the course and online. The emphasis of the course is placed on communication, rather than grammar, and all the teaching is in English, so that you will quickly and effortlessly get started in Polish. By the end of this course, you will be at Level B1 of the Common European Framework for Languages: can deal with most situations likely to arise whilst travelling in an area where the language is spoken. Learn effortlessly with new, easy-to-read page design and interactive features: NOT GOT MUCH TIME? One, five and ten-minute introductions to key principles to get you started. AUTHOR INSIGHTS Lots of instant help with common problems and quick tips for success, based on the author's many years of experience. USEFUL VOCABULARY Easy to find and learn, to build a solid foundation for speaking. DIALOGUES Read and listen to everyday dialogues to help you speak and understand fast. PRONUNCIATION Don't sound like a tourist! Perfect your pronunciation before you go. TEST YOURSELF Tests in the book and online to keep track of your progress. EXTEND YOUR KNOWLEDGE Extra online articles at: www.teachyourself.com to give you a richer understanding of the culture and history of Poland. TRY THIS Innovative exercises illustrate what you've learnt and how to use it.

Always wanted to speak Spanish? Looking for a new way of learning? Get Into Spanish is an award-winning interactive course from BBC Active and Cambridge University Language Centre. Its enjoyable and flexible approach allows you to decide how, when and where you'll learn. Get Into Spanish recreates typical holiday scenarios in animated locations around a virtual town. Its focus on real language means you'll be communicating in Spanish right from the start. A complete self-study course on CD-ROM, supported by a book, audio CD and website, Get Into Spanish is an innovative and entertaining way for beginners to learn the language. For your free interactive demonstration, log on to www.getinto.com CD-ROM * Take part in interactive dialogues, and pick up the skills and confidence to communicate. * Record your voice and compare yourself with native speakers. * Access instant support with the built-in phrase book and grammar notes. BOOK Use this handy reference to revisit the language you've met on the CD-ROM, and extend your knowledge with authentic reading activities. AUDIO CD Build on what you've learned by following the adventures of a young web designer as he arrives in Alicante in search of new horizons. WEBSITE www.getinto.com Access games, activities and Hispanic culture around the world with your password to the dedicated website. You can also access a FREE demonstration to give you a flavour of the course. Above all, have fun learning a new language with Get Into Spanish. Previous Edition ISBN is 9780563472438

iKnow Italian will turn your iPod into a pocket translator, allowing you to hear and see more than 1500 essential words, phrases and conversations. You simply upload the iKnow files to a video iPod, and you can listen to and see foreign language expressions and English translations. A convenient navigation menu allows you to quickly find the phrases you need, and there's plenty of repetition to perfect your pronunciation. Whether you want to order dinner in a restaurant or ask for directions, iKnow Italian enables you to learn the basics and communicate easily without looking like a tourist with a dictionary in hand Key features: - You can see and hear all the essential words and phrases you need, including conversations - Topics include greetings and polite expressions, asking directions, meeting people, ordering in a restaurant, and more - Pocket-sized insert and installation instructions included Works on any video-compatible iPod Nano, Classic, Touch, and iPhone.