Hindi-English/English-Hindi Concise Dictionary
This pocket-size 2-way Hindi-English dictionary includes over 11,000 entries. It employs both native Devangari script and Romanization. Perfect for businesspeople, travelers and students.
Farsi
A trip to Iran is fascinating! Colorful bazaars, warm hospitality and a unique cultural heritage await you. Knowing a few simple words like "where" (koh-jah) and "when" (kay) can make a huge difference in your travels. Make the most of your experience by having the essential words and phrases right at your fingertips with FARSI a language map This clever language guide covers all your language needs. Asking for directions, ordering tea or purchasing souvenirs is simply a breeze. The snap-open and fold design is easy to use. Light-weight and durable, you can take it everywhere, from the ancient ruins in Persepolis to the exotic teahouses in Esfahan.Hundreds of words and phrases you'll need mostDivided into key categories such as Asking Questions, Dining Out, Meeting People, Shopping, Sightseeing, Transportation and much moreUnique snap-open and fold designPronunciation is easy with simple phoneticsUltra-thin (barely 1/8" thick) and light-weight (under two ounces)Laminated for durabilityFolds up like a map to slip easily into your pocket or bagFull color, original artwork
Arabic Phrases for Dummies
A portable guide to help you quickly learn common phrases in Modern Standard Arabic Today, Arabic is spoken throughout the Middle East, from Morocco to Iraq. The language of the Koran and Islam, Arabic is also studied by more than one billion people for religious reasons. This practical guide offers help on basic Arabic words and phrases and eases communication with Arabic speakers. Written as a companion to Arabic For Dummies, Arabic Phrases For Dummies provides readers with the tools to converse with others in Modern Standard Arabic (MSA) on a basic level. The most widely used and understood form of Arabic in the world, MSA is used in schools, news broadcasts, and other formal settings. If you want to brush up on your Arabic language skills or have little to no experience with the language, this book can help you quickly learn everyday expressions so you can communicate basic information in Arabic. Although Arabic Phrases For Dummies focuses on MSA, this concise book includes examples from regional dialects, the most informal type of Arabic. You'll have many opportunities to practice Arabic language skills in various scenarios: Counting days and money Telling the time Introducing yourself and making small talk Ordering meals and shopping Engaging in leisure or work activities Finding transportation and lodging Taking care of emergencies Additionally, the book has plenty of real-world phrases to illustrate grammatical concepts, and a chapter on proverbs to emphasize the poetic nature of Arabic. To start speaking conversational Arabic, get your copy today.
Survival Arabic
A handy Arabic phrasebook and guide to the Arabic language, Survival Arabic contains basic vocabulary necessary for getting around the Middle East. Whether you are traveling or interacting with native speakers abroad, experienced Arabic teacher Yamina Gharsa shows you which words and phrases to use in each situation. Completely revised and expanded with new mana illustrations this book contain sections on: Getting to and from the airport Ordering in restaurants Arranging transportation and sightseeing How to handle a medical emergency Social mediaAnd much more! Survival Arabic uses Modern Standard Arabic and includes information on how to pronounce Arabic sounds and words, a guide to Arabic grammar, information on place names and honorifics, and manga illustrations for fun and as visual cues.
Learn Hindi in 30 Days Through English
Learn Hindi in 30 Days Through English is a book by Krishna Gopal Vikal that serves as a reference manual and comprehensive guide in teaching its readers English by means of Hindi . The book promises to teach English in just 30 days using the medium of Hindi . With its engaging chapters and informative content the book is a promising compilation to teach English in a quick period of time.In a country like India where the regions are diversified with different languages and cultures Hindi serves as a backbone in connecting to the various parts of the country. So it is essential to have books that teach the regional languages through Hindi . Learn English in 30 Days Through Hindi does the exact same job. The book is divided into five parts which deal with various aspects of the English language. Part 1-Alphabet gives an introduction to alphabets vowels consonants conjunctions parts of speech genders and numbers. Part 2-Words deals with pronouns verbs tenses often confused words and adjectives. Part 3-Classified Sentences deals with useful expressions imperative sentences and three tenses. Part 4-Situational Sentences deals with sentences on home shopping craftsmen food drinks hotels restaurants post offices banks telephones etc. Part 5-Conversation indulges the readers with real time conversations like that of talk between two friends about money asking the way on the bus doctor and patient talks and the likes.
Learn Gujarati in 30 Days Through English
Learn Gujarati In 30 Days Through English (Learn The National Language) is a book that shows you how you can make use of the English language to learn an Indian language, namely Gujarati. Not only can you learn this language in an easy way but you can also learn it within a short span of thirty days. The book has been split up into five sections, each of which include a number of chapters. The first unit, entitled Alphabet, includes introductory chapters such as Alphabet, Consonants, How to Write Alphabet, Conjuncts, Vowels and their Abbreviated Forms, The Parts of Speech, Gender, Number and Case and Declension of Nouns. The second unit is entitled Word and is all about grammatical concepts that include Pronoun, Verb, Adjective, Tense, Voice, The Kinds of secondary Verbs, Cardinal Numerals and Errors in spellings. The third section, is titled classified sentences and includes concepts such as Useful Expressions, Imperative Sentences, Future Tense, Present Tense, Past Tense, Interrogative Sentences and Negative Sentences. The fourth section is all about situational sentences and shows you how you can test your language skills in different settings. The chapters in this section are at Home, Foods and Drinks, Shopping, Hotel and Restaurant, Craftsmen, Post office/Telephone/Bank, Health and Hygiene, While Travelling, Weather and Time. The final section of this book is called Conversations. Its chapters show you how you can make use of the Gujarati you have learnt, to strike up a conversation in different places and among different groups of people. Helping you learn a new language within a span of 30 days, the bilingual edition of Learn Gujarati In 30 Days Through English (Learn The National Language) was published by Diamond Books in 2005 and is available in paperback. Key Features: The book includes situational questions and conversation topics.
Gujarati Dictionary and Phrasebook
This book provides the student, traveler, relief worker, or government employee with vital tools for communication. All Gujarati words appear in the Latin alphabet to aid the English speaker, although the alphabet used for Gujarati script is introduced. The extensive two-way dictionary, concise grammar and handy phrasebook will help travelers when dining out, traveling around the country, and getting acquainted with Gujarati speakers. Gujarati is the official language of Gujarat, a state located on India's western coast and bordering Pakistan. Many of its 45 million speakers live in Pakistan, Bangladesh, East Africa (Uganda and Tanzania), and Great Britain. Significant populations are also in North America.
Pocket Guide to Arabic Script
This handy booklet offers a complete, easy-to-use reference for the Arabic writing system. Ideal for students, it presents the basics for reading and writing Arabic script with a summary of word structure and grammar.
Arabic Grammar
Anyone studying literary or classical Arabic beyond the elementary or tourist level will need this book. No other English-language grammar of the Arabic language is as thorough as this classic reference. The work was originally published in German in 1844-45 by Karl Paul Caspari, a theologian and orientalist. In 1859 English scholar W. Wright published this masterly translation of Caspari's work, with numerous additions and corrections.Unlike many more recent grammars, this work contains few inaccuracies or errors. Moreover, although it is a reference grammar, it cites many examples of sentences, phrases, and figures of speech found in classical Arabic prose and poetry. Originally published in two volumes, it has been republished here in one volume; however, the original arrangement has been retained. Thus, Volume One covers orthography and ortho禱py, and parts of speech (including extensive coverage of verbs and nouns, numerals and the particles). Volume Two deals with syntax, including the component parts of a sentence, the sentence in general, and different kinds of sentences. A final section discusses prosody. Three indexes assist students in finding words, constructions, and grammatical categories.This third edition incorporates a number of helpful revisions, additions and corrections made to the second edition by W. Robertson Smith and M. J. de Goeje. The result is an unmatched resource for English-speaking students wishing to master the intricacies of Arabic.
Everyday Malay
This is a travel size, easy-to-use Malay phrasebook, dictionary, and beginning Malay language book Bahasa Malaysia (literally "the Malaysian language") is based on Malay which is the mother tongue of the Malays of the Peninsula and the people of central eastern Sumatra. Malay is closely related to languages throughout Indonesia, the Philippines and the Pacific Islands, and it has been for centuries the lingua franca of Southeast Asia. The lessons in this book are prioritized, with more important words and phrases being give first, so that you may profit no matter how deeply into the book you go. By studying the first section only, you acquire a basic "survival" Bahasa Malaysia, and by mastering the first three sections you should be able to get around quite well on your own. In order to present each lesson clearly as a unit and reinforce learning, Malay vocabulary is often repeated. Colloquial Malay, which is the most commonly spoken and the most readily understood form of the language, is used here rather than "formal" Bahasa Malaysia. Care has been taken to include only vocabulary that has immediate practical application for visitors. By repetition and memorization of the materials, you will quickly gain a grasp of the language's basic elements. Rather than include long and tedious lists of words and phrases in the lessons themselves, we have appended at the back of the book a miniature bilingual dictionary that should be adequate for the needs of most tourists. At the end of the book you will also find additional information on the use of verb and noun affixes, and further suggestions to learn Malay. Everyday Malay includes: Over 2,000 of the most commonly used Malaysian words and phrases. A useful and concise Malay dictionary. Extensive notes on grammar and the Malay language. Cultural do's and dont's that will make your visit go smoothly.Knowing a few simple phrases of Malay opens up an entirely new and more fulfilling travel experience. Malaysians love it if you can communicate in their language, and in only a few short hours this book allows you to do just that!
Pocket Arabic Dictionary
It's never a good idea to be overly-relient on technology while traveling! Look up words quickly and easily with this great little Arabic dictionary. Intended for use by tourists, students, and business people traveling to the Middle East Pocket Arabic Dictionary is an essential tool for communicating in Arabic and a great way to learn Arabic. It features all the critical Arabic vocabulary appropriate for beginning to intermediate students. It's handy pocket format, and easy-to-read type will make any future trip to the Arab world much more manageable. In addition to being an excellent English to Arabic dictionary and Arabic to English dictionary, Pocket Arabic Dictionary contains essential notes on the Arabic language, Arabic grammar and Arabic pronunciation. All Arabic words are written in a Romanized form as well as Arabic script ( al 'arabiyah ) so that in the case of difficulties the book can directly be shown to a native Arabic speaker. This dictionary contains: The 3,000 most commonly used words in the Arabic language. English-Arabic and Arabic-English sections. Romanized Arabic and Arabic script ( al 'arabiyah ). An introduction to and history of the Arabic language. Information on Arabic grammar. A guide to pronouncing Arabic correctly. Other books from this bestselling series you might enjoy are Pocket Japanese Dictionary, Pocket Tagalog Dictionary, Pocket Korean Dictionary, Pocket Vietnamese Dictionary, Pocket Arabic Dictionary, Pocket Mandarin Chinese Dictionary, Pocket Cantonese Dictionary, Pocket Cambodian Dictionary, Pocket Thai Dictionary, Pocket Indonesian Dictionary, and Pocket Malay Dictionary.
Vietnamese-English English-Vietnamese Dictionary & Phrasebook
Vietnam has become a popular destination for tourists, who enjoy its vibrant cities, spectacular coastline, and diverse ethnic cultures. This guide is an essential aid to all who wish to communicate in Vietnamese at home and abroad. This book includes 3,000 dictionary entries; a pronunciation guide that introduces Vietnamese tones; a basic guide to Vietnamese grammar; and helpful phrases for the student, traveler or business person.
Arabic Compact Dictionary
Concise, convenient and teeming with useful vocabulary words in the target language, this handy dictionary makes effective communication a snap.
An Introduction to Classical Tibetan
Classical Tibetan, with origins dating to the ninth century, is the script found in a huge corpus of surviving Tibetan texts, mostly of Buddhist content; native Tibetans still employ this language, to this day when writing on religious, medical or historical subjects. The aim of this book is to provide a rapid introduction to the main elements of Classical Tibetan, so that students may begin to access for themselves the vast amount of written material available in this language. While designed for guided study, the material will also be of use to those who tackle the language on their own. Regular study over approximately six months should result in an understanding of most grammatical features and allow the student to read the simpler prose texts.
Hindi-English/English-Hindi
Includes over 4,000 dictionary entries and a handy phrasebook that covers transportation, dining, shopping, and more. Ideal for tourists, students, and business travelers.
Urdu-English/English-Urdu Dictionary and Phrasebook
Urdu is the national language of Pakistan, one of the official languages of India, and it is spoken in the neighboring regions of Afghanistan, Nepal, and Bangladesh. Urdu uses a modified version of the Arabic script, but it is presented here in the Roman alphabet. The two-way dictionary and the practical, travel-oriented phrasebook pertain to everything from technology to Islamic culture. You will find an introduction to the language, useful tips for travel in Pakistan, and regional cultural information to help make your stay in the Urdu-speaking world a pleasant one.
From Pharaoh’s Lips
From the most distant past to the modern day, some things never change--including words. The modern Egyptian Arabic dialect is one of the most distinctive in the Arabic-speaking world precisely because of its illustrious heritage from the country's ancient past. Ahmad Abdel-Hamid Youssef spends a day in the Egyptian countryside, taking note of the many expressions that once fell from the lips of the ancient Egyptians and that continue to be heard on the tongues of the modern Egyptians in their everyday speech. His charming tale of Bayoumi, a farmer, his wife Sawsan, and their baby provides the backdrop for tracing the persistence of these words and phrases. What these average Egyptians do, what tools they use, what they eat, how they organize their life, even how they interact--all can be described with words that hark back to the age of the pharaohs. In telling his story, Dr. Youssef integrates the ancestry of these common expressions, with the ancient Egyptian hieroglyphs and Coptic and Arabic words appearing alongside transliterations and translations into English. Both entertaining and instructive, this volume includes a series of glossaries in Egyptian, Coptic, and Arabic. With an introduction by Fayza Haikal, an Egyptologist who specializes in Egyptian language, and illustrations by cartoonist Golo, this book is sure to appeal to anyone who has an interest in Egypt, ancient or modern.
Arabic-English/English-Arabic Dictionary & Phrasebook
This combination Arabic phrasebook and two-way Arabic-English dictionary is an essential reference for visitors to the Middle East and North Africa. The Hippocrene Dictionary & Phrasebook series allows you be a traveler, not a tourist, by connecting with the local culture and people in their native language. As the national language of nearly 20 countries in Africa and Asia, Arabic is the lingua franca of the Middle East. It is the fifth most spoken language worldwide, with approximately 250 million native speakers. This title uses modern standard Arabic helpful to those travelling all over the region. The emphasis is on commonly heard terms and phrases that are recognizable throughout the Arabic speaking world. Both the dictionary and phrasebook incorporate the Arabic script and its Romanized transliteration. The two-way dictionary contains important travel, geographical, and cultural terminology, while the phrasebook focuses on the needs of travelers and covers almost every situation from arrival to departure. For 45 years, Hippocrene Books has specialized in bringing the world to our readers. The Hippocrene Dictionary & Phrasebook series allows you be a traveler, not a tourist, by connecting with the local culture and people in their native language. Currently available in 86 languages, including Arabic, Bengali, Cantonese, Thai, Punjabi, Swahili, and Oromo.
Farsi-English/English-Farsi (Persian) Concise Dictionary
Farsi, also known as Persian, is the official language of Iran. This bilingual dictionary contains over 8000 total entries. It is for use by both native and Farsi speakers, and pronunciation and part of speech are indicated for each entry.
Nepali-English/English-Nepali Dictionary and Phrasebook
Famed for its great natural beauty and rich cultural heritage, Nepal is the ultimate destination for trekkers and travelers. This two-way dictionary and phrasebook is designed for those who wish to communicate in Nepali and learn its basic vocabulary and grammatical structure. Although the Nepali is given in the Roman alphabet, the Devanagari alphabet is included at the beginning of the book for quick reference. A grammar section, pronunciation guide and practical cultural information provide further insight into the language and culture.
Dari
The essential Dari languageresource!Dari, spoken by over 20 million peopleworldwide, is one of the official languages of Afghanistan. Closely related tothe Persian (Farsi) of Iran, and the Tajik of Tajikistan, the languages have beensplit by politics and geography over time.This unique, two-part resourceprovides travelers to Afghanistan or people working with Dari speakers with thetools they need for daily interaction. The bilingual dictionary has a concisevocabulary for everyday use, and the phrasebook allows instant communication ona variety of topics. Ideal for government and NGO workers, interpreters, military personnel, resettlement agencies, teachers, and anyonewho needs to communicate in Dari, this guide includes: 5,000 (Romanized)dictionary entries Essential phrases on subjectssuch as healthcare, time, dates, transportation, money, communication servicesand much morePracticalcultural information A guide to the Dari alphabet and basic grammarand pronunciation sections A concise Introduction to Afghanistan, includinghistory, culture, and development of the Dari language
Pashto Dictionary & Phrasebook
The essential Pashto language resource!Pashto, also known as Pakhto, Pakhtu, or Pushto, is one of two official languages of Afghanistan and is also spoken in the neighboring Northwest Frontier Province of Pakistan. It is an Indo-Iranian language spoken by over 40 million people worldwide. Pashto is written in the Arabic Naskh script, but entries in this dictionary are Romanized with phonetic pronunciation for English speakers.This unique, two-part resource provides travelers to Afghanistan and neighboring regions with the tools they need for daily interaction. The bilingual dictionary has a concise vocabulary for everyday use, and the phrasebook allows instant communication on a variety of topics. Ideal for businesspeople, travelers, students, and aid workers, this guide includes: 5,000 (Romanized) dictionary entries Essential phrases on subjects such as healthcare, time, dates, transportation, money, communication services and much morePractical cultural information Concise grammar and pronunciation sections A guide to the Pashto alphabetMaps
Tagalog-English/English-Tagalog Standard Dictionary
A comprehensive guide to Tagalog, the national language of the Philippines-- now revised and updated!Tagalog, also called Pilipino, is a national language of thePhilippines. It is spoken by over 35 million people worldwide. Expanded andcompletely updated, this best-selling reference is designed for students ofTagalog and native Tagalog speakers in need of a bilingual dictionary. 20,000 entries Entries include idiomatic expressions, slang, loan words and derivations Detailed outline of Tagalog grammar Appendices include useful vocabulary, menu terms and cultural references
Arabic Writing for Style
This book approaches its subject of Arabic writing and composition by looking at the discrete entities, including vocabulary, grammar, and transformations, which together comprise style. Assuming that different areas of writing require different styles, it presents examples of such areas (expressing time, instructions, physical descriptions, and so on), and for each example the relevant stylistic elements--vocabulary, grammar, and transformations--are outlined. The book, entirely in Arabic, is clear and logical, and is aimed at intermediate to advanced levels, although, with the assistance of a teacher, students at elementary levels will also find much of interest.
Ilocano
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
Practical Indonesian
This is a handy, travel-sized Indonesian phrasebook with additional information about the Indonesian language. As any seasoned traveler knows, the ability to communicate in the language of the country you are visiting makes a very big difference in the experiences you have. Even a basic grasp of a few essentials will help you to relate to the people, get where you want to go, pay the right prices, and get much more out of your visit. That's the reason for this book which is designed especially for travelers to Indonesia and Malaysia. The emphasis is on effective communication, not grammar rules or tourist phrases. It is organized to be as simple, concise, and useful as possibly. With this book and a few hours of practice you can start communicating in Indonesian or Malay. The main focus of the book is Indonesia and Indonesian. However, since Malay is very closely related language, you will be able to make use of it quite effectively in both countries. The book itself is written with Indonesia and Bahasa Indonesia in mind. When necessary, the text is market and an appendix is included to make conversion to Malay a painless, easy step. If you pass from Indonesia into Malaysia, or vice versa, just refer to this appendix and to the glossary. Key features of Practical Indonesian Phrasebook are: Very compact travel size. Hundreds of useful Indonesian words and phrases. Arranged by topic and situation for easy use. Indonesian grammar, pronunciation and body-language guides. Indonesian dictionary and appendix for easy reference and conversion to Malay.Using this book: Begin by going over the Indonesian pronunciation and grammar guides briefly, returning to them as needed. The on to the basics: greetings, time and numbers. The rest of the book offers sections dealing with situations and activities you'll be part of. The three special sections are designed for easy reference to especially useful information. The glossary and Malay appendix complete the guide. Good luck and good traveling. Selamat jalan!
Pilipino-English/English-Pilipino Phrasebook and Dictionary
Pilipino (Tagalog), the national language of the Philippines, is the most widely understood of the eight main Philippine languages, with over 10 million speakers. The ability to speak just a few words and phrases will greatly enhance the experience of traveling to the beautiful Philippine islands. A two-way dictionary with 2,500 entries and a phrasebook, with topics ranging from accommodations to colloquial expressions, are complemented by a basic grammar instruction as well as cultural information. Combining the benefits of both a dictionary and a phrasebook, this pocket-size volume provides the traveler or student with the tools for simple conversation.
Tuttle Practical Cambodian Dictionary
This is a compact and travel-friendly Cambodian-English, and English-Cambodian dictionary The Tuttle Practical Cambodian Dictionary answers the need for a dictionary of Cambodian that is handy, current, and useful to those with little or no experience with the Cambodian language. With other Cambodian dictionaries are designed for those who can read Cambodian script, this dictionary provides entries in both script and romanized form. Entries provide clear, precise definitions and sample phrases to illustrate the natural use of the language. Foreigners learning Cambodian and Cambodians learning English will find this dictionary a reliable and effective reference tool for their studies. Useful features include: both English-Cambodian and Combodian-English sections. Approximately 5,500 entries. All entries in both romanized and Cambodian script. Helpful appendixes and sample usages. Handy, compact size.
An Introduction to Koranic and Classical Arabic
W. M. Thackston's AN INTRODUCTION TO KORANIC AND CLASSICAL ARABIC is an elementary-level grammar of standard classical Arabic, the literary norm of the Arabic language that has not changed appreciably in fourteen hundred years. An indispensable tool for all who are interested in Islamic religion, science, and literature, the language presented in this book will enable the learner to study firsthand the primary sources of Islamic civilization and the classics of the Islamic Near East. W. M. Thackston is Professor of the Practice in Persian and Other Near Eastern Languages at Harvard University, where he has taught Persian and Arabic for over twenty years. Author of numerous books and articles on the languages and literatures of the Near East, his works include a new English translation of the Baburnama, A Century of Princes: Sources on Timurid History and Art, and Tales from Luristan: Tales, Fables and Folk Poetry from the Lur of Bala-Gariva.
