Practice Makes Perfect
Build your French language skills with guidance from an award-winning author! Based on the successful approach of the Practice Makes Perfect series, this accessible guide offers a clear and engaging presentation of all aspects of French pronouns and prepositions. This updated edition provides clear explanations of the usage of these two essential elements of grammar along with practical examples illustrating and clarifying each point. You'll find a variety of exercises for plenty of practice. An answer key at the back of the book offers immediate feedback. For added practice and study on-the-go, this edition features review quizzes via the exclusive McGraw-Hill Education Language Lab app. Audio recordings of the answer key let you check your progress and your pronunciation skills. Practice Makes Perfect: French Pronouns and Prepositions will help you: -Learn the subtleties of how to use pronouns and prepositions -Build your language skills using more than 120 engaging exercises -Reinforce your knowledge with everyday examples covering a wide range of topics-Study on-the-go with the McGraw-Hill Education Language Lab app -Develop better pronunciation, and more
French Short Stories for Beginners and Intermediate Learners
Do you know what's the biggest obstacle preventing many from learning French to fluency? It's a lack of vocabulary! Reading in French is perhaps the most effective way to build up your vocabulary in French. With our book French Short Stories for Beginners and Intermediate Learners, you can practice reading French while working on your French vocabulary and grammar skills. The stories contained within this book were written with both beginner and intermediate French learners in mind, so you will find plenty of new vocabulary and French grammar to learn without having to worry about the level of the reading being too difficult. Our French short stories only use the real French language used by native speakers every day so that you can learn French the natural way. Grab your copy now and get started today!
French Grammar (Barron`s Grammar)
Barron's French Grammar provides a concise summary of French grammar and is a handy textbook supplement for language students. This guide is helpful for classroom use, and is also valuable for translators whose first language is English. Topics covered include parts of speech, sentence structure, punctuation, idioms, and pronunciation advice. Small in size but packed with helpful instruction, this new edition is printed with headings and key phrases in a second color for fast, easy reference.
Berlitz Phrase Book & Dictionary French
Berlitz Phrasebook and Dictionary French: a convenient, contemporary travel companion from Berlitz's trusted language experts - With its emphasis on conversational usage, and up-to-date language on social media, leisure, business - and more - this is the only phrase book you'll need when exploring France - Includes 3000-word bilingual dictionary - Visually appealing colour-coding system means you can find what you want, when you want, and fast - The simplified Berlitz pronunciation system will ensure you're clearly understood - Stunning colour photography enhances the expert content, and makes this series the most visually attractive phrase book on the market About Berlitz: Berlitz draws on years of travel and language expertise to bring you a wide range of travel and language products, including travel guides, maps, phrase books, language-learning courses, dictionaries and kids' language products.
Practice Makes Perfect
Master French grammar through hands-on exercises and practice, practice, practice!Practice Makes Perfect: Advanced French Grammar helps you take your French skills to the next level by targeting those key grammar points that may give you trouble. This reference/workbook guides you through each grammatical issue using concise, easy-to-understand language, helping you understand the nuances of the language and keeping you focused on achieving your goal of fluency.Practice Makes Perfect: Advanced French Grammar puts you on the path to French-language mastery with: ● Example sentences that illustrate and clarify each grammatical point● Dozens of exercises, increased in this new edition, that are suited to your learning style● A detailed answer key for quick, easy progress checksMaster these tricky subjects: ● The use of "empty prepositions" in French ● The pass矇 compose with 礙tre ● Translating -ing into French ● Reported speech after que ● Phony triggers of the subjunctive ● When and if sentences ● The use of definite articles ● The position of object pronouns ● and much more
French Verbs
Knowing and understanding verbs is often the key to a language. Concentrate and study on French verbs using this 6 page laminated guide designed for quick access, easy review and focus on what many learners see as their most difficult hurdle. A student reviewing often will boost their grades and if that student is a traveler, the native speakers will appreciate the extra effort to understand and communicate in their language. Suggested uses: o Students - a very lightweight, inexpensive grade-booster that can be slipped between your notebook pages for quick and easy answers o Teachers - Inexpensive classroom tool, whether you have a few for those students struggling or a whole class set that can last your entire career with the durable lamination o Travelers - Being flat, laminated and with conjugations being easy to find, if you have moved beyond one word translations and are striving to speak correctly, this is a great travel buddy
Language Hacking French
Crack the Code and Get Fluent Faster! 'Ten years ago, Lewis spoke only English. But constant travel, along with a buoyant attitude, has unmasked the polyglot within.'-National Geographic #LanguageHacking is a state of mind. It's about ditching excuses, using shortcuts and taking risks. It's about learning what's indispensable, skipping what's not - and most importantly speaking from day one! How's it different?Unlike traditional language courses that are organized by level of difficulty, #LanguageHacking French focuses on the language and conversations you need to master so you can start speaking immediately, not after years of study. Key features- 10 'mission-based' units that build up to an easy-to-achieve speaking goal- 10 simple and effective 'language hacks' to exponentially boost fluency- 28 model conversations and hundreds of the most frequent and useful 'power phrases' - Clever strategies that show how even a limited vocabulary can be put to good use- Free downloadable audio and extra hacker resources Free access to the #LanguageHacking community, custom created by italki, a ground-breaking website that makes it possible to learn a new language without going abroad.
Tricolore
This new edition of the best-selling and trusted Tricolore 4, is a high ability course supporting all the new 2016 GCSE specifications. The course offers a blend of print and digital content, providing your students with everything they'll need to manipulate language confidently and prepare them thoroughly for their exams.
The Lexis French-English Crossword Magazine
The Lexis French-English Crossword Magazine is specially created for new and intermediate French language students. There are 120 crosswords with the answers in French and the clues in English. We have chosen the words from a set of the most common French words, words you will find very useful to know as you build your French mastery. It's a great way to challenge your current vocabulary and discover new words.
Easy Learning French Conversation
This unique guide to communicating in French will help you to find out more about French culture and to practice your spoken French with a free downloadable audio file Collins Easy Learning French Conversation is an ideal tool for learners of French at all levels, whether at school, in evening classes, or at home, and is indispensable for business or leisure. The text consists of 12 units, each illustrating the language used in a particular situation, followed by a summary which gives all the key phrases covered throughout the book. The one-stop phrase shop unit gives you all the everyday expressions and language structures you need to speak in natural French. Finally, the short grammar and verb supplement and the glossary give you further help and ensure that you have everything you need at your fingertips, and the free audio download helps you to communicate with confidence. This book is easy to use, and contains all the phrases you need in order to communicate effectively in natural French. It's easy to read, with a clear, color layout ensures that you find what you are looking for quickly and easily. Finally, it's easy to understand, and has thousands of examples show how French is really used.
The Farm to Table French Phrasebook
Whether you're spending a semester in Paris, vacationing in the Riviera, dining at a local bistro or mastering the French culinary art in your own kitchen, The Farm to Table French Phrasebook opens a bountiful world of food that you won't find in any textbook or classroom: - Navigate produce markets, charcuteries and patisseries- Prepare meals the French way with delicious, authentic recipes- Speak the lingo of Paris's top restaurants and bistros- Pair regional wines with delightful cheeses- Master the proper table etiquette for dining at a friend's house
Practice Makes Perfect French Vocabulary Building with Suffixes and Prefixes
Harness the power of suffixes and prefixes while addingmore than 4,000 words to your French vocabulary!How do you turn Scotland into a Scottish citizen? Or change your brother into a colleague?* It isn't magic, it's suffixes and prefixes. When attached to base words, they have the ability to change meanings to indicate quantity, profession, gender, size, status, relationship, style, and much more. Mastering these word parts will enable you to increase your vocabulary greatly. Practice Makes Perfect: French Vocabulary Building with Suffixes and Prefixes presents 100 suffixes and 60 prefixes accompanied by their meanings, English equivalent when applicable, part of speech, and gender. Grouped by difficulty level, each prefix or suffix is fully explained and followed by a list of terms using the added word part.Like all Practice Makes Perfect workbooks, you will get plenty of practice, practice, practice using your newly acquired skills. And for convenient study on the go, download the free companion app that features hundreds of words in a flashcard format. Whether you are learning on your own or taking an advanced beginning or intermediate French class, Practice Makes Perfect: French VocabularyBuilding with Suffixes and Prefixes will help build your confidence in using your new language.*Ecosse (Scotland) becomes Ecossais (Scot); frere (brother) becomes confrere (colleague)This workbook helps you: Learn how to use suffixes and prefixes to expand your French vocabularyDetermine the meanings of unfamiliar terms by recognizing their word beginnings and endingsBecome more comfortable communicating in French
French Vocabulary Drills
Practice your way to a bigger vocabulary and better French skillsIf you want to expand your language skills, French Vocabulary Drills is filled with the information and practice you need to reach optimum results. Written by bestselling language-teaching experts David M. Stillman andRonni L. Gordon, this book features essential French words grouped together into similar themes such as dailylife, food, house and home, travel, holidays, technology, arts, and the economy, helping you to grasp meaningsand remember terms more easily.The unique presentation of vocabulary in context bridges the gap between words and conversation. You canpractice your new vocabulary with more than 100 written exercises, including fill-in-the-blank, matching, translation, and composition. And French Vocabulary Drills gives you access to an exclusive flashcard app for use on your smartphone, giving you a convenient, on-the-go tool for further language-learning reinforcement.Learn more than 2,500 essential termsPractice your vocabulary skills with more than 100 exercisesCheck your progress with a helpful answer keyStudy on-the-go with a free companion flashcard appBest of all, gain the confidence to communicate in French!
Mission: Francais - Workbook 3
Reinforce the grammar and language points covered in Pupil Book 3 with plenty of practice for everyone. Ensure the top end is stretched with the more challenging tasks included.
French Reading and Comprehension
Publisher's Note: Products purchased from Third Party sellers are not guaranteed by the publisher for quality, authenticity, or access to any online entitlements included with the product.Immerse yourself in French readings and build your comprehension skillsUsing authentic texts from French-speaking cultures, Practice Makes Perfect: French Reading and Comprehension enables you to enhance your vocabulary with new terms and expressions. Each unit features authentic French-language material--newspaper and magazine articles, websites, and more--giving you a real taste of how the language is used, as well as insights into the Francophone culture. Word lists and grammar sections specific to the readings support your learning along the way.Like all Practice Makes Perfect workbooks, you will get plenty of practice, practice, practice using your new skills and vocabulary. Whether you are learning on your own or taking an advanced beginning or intermediate French class, Practice Makes Perfect: French Reading and Comprehension will help you build your confidence in using your new language.Practice Makes Perfect: French Reading and Comprehension helps you: Polish your reading and comprehension abilities with numerous exercisesEnrich your French vocabulary with hundreds of new wordsLearn about the intriguing and influential French-speaking cultures
French Vocabulary Games
Challenge yourself while learning French with this engaging workbook of fun activities from the bestselling and trusted Practice Makes Perfect seriesFrench-language learning doesn't have to just be grammar-based drills and exercises! In Practice Makes Perfect: French Vocabulary Games, units are organized around themes, then supported by different kinds of games. These can all easily be adapted for a classroom setting, but are designed for the independent self-study. Answer keys are provided as well as brief glossaries.Organized thematically (for easier vocabulary retention) and in increasing difficultyA variety of games and puzzles: crosswords, word searches, word jumbles, etc.A break from traditional French language instruction that's fun but effective
The Penguin French Phrasebook
A stylish, pocket-size phrasebook perfect for business travelers, backpackers, sightseers, and anyone who wants to keep their French close at hand Penguin's French phrasebook includes a wealth of useful words and expressions essential to travelers of all kinds, spelled out phonetically and arranged in sections to help you deal with specific situations and needs as they arise. After a primer on basic grammar and a quick pronunciation guide, you'll find statements and questions like: - Does the hotel have wi-fi? A l'hôtel, y a-t-il la WiFi? (a lo-tel ee-ya-teel la wee-fee)- My luggage has not arrived. Mes bagages ne sont pas arrivés. (may ba-gazh ner son pa za-ree-vay)- How much does the tour cost? Combien coûte la visite? (kon-byan koot la vee-zeet)- May I see the wine list, please? Pourrais-je voir la carte des vins, s'il vous plaît. (poo-rezh vwar la kart day van, seel-voo-ple)- Does anyone here speak English? Est-ce que quelqu'un parle anglais ici? (es-ker kel-ken parl ahn-gle ee-see) Some of the French phrases are marked with an asterisk, giving an indication of the kind of reply you might get to your questions, and of questions you may be asked in turn. With an elegant cover and easy-to-read design that are the hallmarks of Penguin Books, this essential reference will have you feeling at home no matter where your travels take you.
Fast French
"The man or woman doing business in France, the tourist, the student at school, all have one basic need," writes the author of this handy book: "to express themselves so that they can be understood and understand at the simplest level." Fast French features: 1300 current, everyday words 24 well-planned lessons, of graduated difficulty a simplified, basic language.
Practice Makes Perfect French Problem Solver
Tricky French concepts are no problem with practice, practice, practice!As you progress in your study of French, you may feel overwhelmed by unfamiliar areas, such as when to use the pass矇 compos矇 versus the imparfait tenses, determining the gender of a noun, avoiding "false friends," or evenremembering verb-preposition combinations. Author and teacher Annie Heminway is familiar with this situation and, more important, knows how her students--and now you--can overcome it. In Practice Makes Perfect: French Problem Solver, Heminway shares her arsenal of strategies on how to beat these obstacles to your French mastery.You will, of course, get plenty of practice, practice, practice to overcome any French-learning obstacles. With Practice Makes Perfect: French Problem Solver, you will master the language in no time at all.Practice Makes Perfect: French Problem Solver gives you: Expert advice and guidance on overcoming common problemsPractical examples with highfrequency vocabulary that clarify each pointHighly varied and extensive exercises to practice whatyou've learned
French Grammar for Dummies
The easy way to master French grammar French Grammar For Dummies is a logical extension and complement to the successful language learning book, French For Dummies. In plain English, it teaches you the grammatical rules of the French language, including parts of speech, sentence construction, pronouns, adjectives, punctuation, stress and verb tenses, and moods. Throughout the book, you get plenty of practice opportunities to help you on your goal of mastering basic French grammar and usage. Grasp the grammatical rules of French including parts of speech, sentence construction, and verb tenses Enhance your descriptive speech with adverbs, adjectives, and prepositions Benefit from plenty of practice opportunities throughout the book Use the French language confidently and correctly Whether you're a student studying French or a professional looking to get ahead of the pack by learning a second language, French Grammar For Dummies is your hands-on guide to quickly and painlessly master the written aspect of this popular language.
French All-in-One for Dummies
Your comprehensive guide to speaking, reading, and writing in French French is a beautiful language but can be quite difficult to learn. Whether you need to learn the language for a French class, or for business or leisure travel, French for Dummies All-In-One makes it easier. With nearly 800 pages, French All-in-One For Dummies is for those readers looking for a comprehensive guide to help them immerse themselves in the French language. Culls vital information from several Dummies titles, offering you a comprehensive, all-encompassing guide to speaking and using French Includes French Canadian content and enhanced practiced opportunities Its accompanying audio CD provides you with en effective tool to start speaking French right away Both new students of French and experienced speakers can benefit from the wealth of information that has been included in French All-in-One For Dummies. CD-ROM/DVD and other supplementary materials are not included as part of the e-book file, but are available for download after purchase.
The Ultimate French Verb Review and Practice
Master the essential building blocks of French-language fluency with faciliteThe Ultimate French Verb Review and Practice is your key to acquiring enhanced skills on the road to French fluency. More than just another French verb guide, it provides you with a concise review of verb forms and extensive practice in using verbs in context. With this knowledge in your tool kit, you will be able to construct authentic French sentences with increased confidence.As you work through a series of increasingly demanding exercises, you'll quickly build your mastery of the French sentence--from simple subject-plus-verb sentences to more sophisticated ones, including conditional and compound sentences. This second edition is enhanced with new review exercises, accompanied by online audio available free on McGraw-Hill's unique Audio Study Player. These bonus elements help build your confidence in using French verbs effectively in key sentence structures.The ideal resource for advanced beginners through advanced learners of French, The Ultimate French Verb Review and Practice gives you: Numerous examples of how French verbs and sentence structures work in everyday languageExercises in a variety of formats, including sentence completion, sentence building, dialogue writing, translation, verb-form replacement, and moreHundreds of verbs listed in both structural and semantic groupingsUp-to-the-minute coverage of contemporary French, including computer and technology verbsDozens of clear, concise, at-a-glance charts and tables
Side-by-Side French and English Grammar
A simple approach for learning French grammar by comparing it to your first language, English!Side-by-Side French and English Grammar present explanations of the essential elements of French grammar alongside their English-language equivalents. This method allows you to build on what you already know; not only do you learn French grammar but also enjoy the added benefit of strengthening your grammar skills in your native tongue!Each lesson clearly explains functions and uses of the different parts of speech and includes abundant examples for each entry. Because the vocabulary is limited to frequently used words, you can concentrate more on a sentence's structure instead of becoming tangled in its meaning. A "Quick Check" section summarizes main ideas in each section and helps you retain the most important information. This third edition features a new exercise section to further reinforce what you have learned.
Correct Your French Blunders
A witty, fast-paced guide to eliminating those annoying and frustrating French bloopers Mixing genders, inverting subjects and objects, and trusting false cognates are just a few of the blunders English-speaking French-language learners commonly make. In Correct Your French Blunders, veteran French teacher V矇ronique Mazet identifies these and other common trouble spots and clearly explains the reasons behind them. You will discover how grammar patterns of French differ from those of English and why trying to translate word for word, structure for structure, from English, can lead to big trouble.You will learn to break bad habits and correct your mistakes while developing a much more natural feel for French language patterns-- with the help of: More than 1,000 highlighted examples of common blunders to avoidA free app available on iTunes for interactive practice for obliterating those blundersNumerous examples and practical exercisesQuick-reference panels for checking correct tense formsA "Hall of Shame" compendium of bad errors to recognize and correct
Play Sudoku, Learn French
This brand-new series combines the simple but addictive game of Sudoku with learning French in a collection of innovative word puzzles. Each book contains over 60 original puzzles carefully crafted to teach French vocabulary. Three levels of puzzles are organized by themes and teach more than 300 useful words for travelers and students. Includes a user's guide and solutions.
Better Reading French
Sharpen your French language skills through readings about its speakers' daily lives and culture Better Reading French offers you entertaining, "real world" texts to help you understand and learn more French vocabulary and phrases. Each chapter features articles that cover a specific topic, such as cuisine, music, sports, film and theater, art, the family, today's lifestyle, or politics and history. Along the way, you will find instruction and exercises to help develop improved reading speed, comprehension, and vocabulary. The articles become gradually more difficult as you proceed through the book to keep you challenged and engaged.Better Reading French is an easy, engaging way to boost your language skills and learn more about the language and its speakers as you go.
Practice Makes Perfect French Articles and Gender Up Close
Solve the mysteries of French nouns' gendersPractice Makes Perfect: French Nouns and Their Genders Up Close puts the spotlight on this tricky grammar trouble spot. It boasts plenty of opportunities for practicing your language skills, as well as extensive examples based on a conversational style that will keep you engaged. The book also features a unique answer key that gives you more than just a listing of correct answers; it clues you in on the "why" behind them.
Practice Makes Perfect French Past-Tense Verbs Up Close
Solve the mysteries of French past-tense verbsPractice Makes Perfect: French Past-Tense Verbs Up Close puts the spotlight on this tricky grammar trouble spot. It boasts plenty of opportunities for practicing your language skills, as well as extensive examples based on a conversational style that will keep you engaged. The book also features a unique answer key that gives you more than just a listing of correct answers; it clues you in on the "why" behind them.
The French Subjunctive Up Close
Solve the mysteries of French subjunctivesPractice Makes Perfect: The French Subjunctive Up Close puts the spotlight on this tricky grammar trouble spot. It boasts plenty of opportunities for practicing your language skills, as well as extensive examples based on a conversational style that will keep you engaged. The book also features a unique answer key that gives you more than just a listing of correct answers; it clues you in on the "why" behind them.
Practice Make Perfect French Vocabulary
Master the words and phrases necessary for handling everyday situationsPractice Makes Perfect: French Vocabulary helps you develop your vocabulary by providing practice in word-building and encouraging you to analyze new words for an ever-increasing vocabulary. Each chapter of this comprehensive book focuses on a theme, such as family or travel, so you can build your language skills in a systematic manner. As you lay the foundation for an increasing vocabulary, you are able to perfect your new words with plenty of exercises and gain the confidence to communicate well in French.Practice Makes Perfect: French Vocabulary offers you: More than 120 exercises Concise grammatical explanations A new chapter on contemporary vocabularyAn answer key to gauge your comprehensionWith help from this book, you can easily speak or write in French about: Different occupations and jobs * French holidays and traditions * Taking the train * Growing your own garden * Where it hurts on your body * Your house * Your family and friends * What you studied in school * Your favorite TV show * Your family's background . . . and much more!
Francais Parle
Every language has a basic vocabulary of similar words and expressions. Adrienne's acclaimed "Gimmick" approach offers both the beginner and the seasoned traveler a fast and effective route to this lexicon by teaching language as it is actually spoken. Adrienne's vocabulary lists are contemporary, practical, and uncensored -- you'll find words here that aren't in any other language book -- and they group together families of words, which makes expanding your vocabulary painless. For the more advanced student, access to the Gimmick's expansive array of colloquial expressions will add an impossible-to-fake native fluency. Whether you're trying to learn the rudiments ("My name is Steve"), travel with globe-trotting panache ("The Louvre has many paintings by Monet"), or get out of a prickly situation ("May I call my lawyer?"), Adrienne and the Gimmick will show you the way.
The Concise Blue Book of French Verbs
Add weight to your French verb choices without breaking your back(pack)!In one compact package, The Concise Blue Pocket Book of French Verbs provides 333 of the most important verbs in French in full conjugated form. Each verb is illustrated by example sentences, showing the verb in action. The top 33 verbs are broken down into groups according to key meanings, use with prepositions, and key idiomatic expressions. In addition, the Verb Index links over 2,300 verbs to the verb conjugations.Online you will find a companion website that provides you with extensive bonus content--more than 100 exercises that give you a dynamic way to build your mastery of the French verb system. FeaturesA diagnostic testAudio exercises to improve your listening comprehensionAdditional exercises that focus on your idiomatic usage of verbsAudio recordings of example sentences to show the Top 30 verbs is useTraditional verb conjugations combined with online exercises + audioTopics include: French Tense Profiles; 333 Fully Conjugated Verbs; English-French Verb Index; Irregular Verb Form Index; French Verb Index
Schaum's Easy Outlines: French
If you are looking for a quick nuts-and-bolts overview, turn to Schaum's Easy Outlines!Schaum's Easy Outline of French is a pared-down, simplified, and tightly focused review of the topic. With an emphasis on clarity and brevity, it features a streamlined and updated format and the absolute essence of the subject, presented in a concise and readily understandable form. Graphic elements such as sidebars, reader-alert icons, and boxed highlights stress selected points from the text, illuminate keys to learning, and give you quick pointers to the essentials.New online diagnostic test provides an appealing, interactive way to assess your test-readiness and identify areas requiring more study.
Le Souvenir French Phrasebook and Journal
Put the romance of adventure back into your travels by making language part of your journeyLe souvenir: French Phrasebook and Journal is not just a phrasebook and it isn't just a journal; in fact, it is probably like no other travel language book you've ever seen. This unique companion for your trip is aPhrasebook of 1,200 core phrases and expressionsJournal to keep a record of your travel as well as write down helpful language tipsA link to online audio; here all 1,200 phrases easily accessible online on McGraw-Hill's unique Audio Study Player, for preparation before travel You can use Le souvenir: French Phrasebook and Journal in preparation for your trip, as you go, and even after as you record your adventures. And its retro graphics with sepia touches make it a book you'll want to show off along with your pictures!If you enjoy the adventure of immersing yourself in a new culture and who want language to be part of your travels, Le souvenir: French Phrasebook and Journal is the ticket.
The Rules for the Gender of French Nouns
Do you wonder why an arm is masculine while a leg is feminine? Why your sofa is masculine but your chair is feminine? And why should a person or victim always be feminine, even if the person or victim you're talking about happens to be a man? And isn't it odd that masculinit矇 is feminine? The illogic of French gender can be very frustrating. But after reading this book, if you see words like croisement, pays, vin, or chocolat, you will instantly know they are masculine, and you will also immediately recognize that words like ville, facture, maladie, and essence are feminine.
Easy French Step-by-Step
Get up and running with FrenchEasy French Step-by-Step proves that a solid grounding in grammar basics is the key to mastering a second language. You are quickly introduced to grammatical rules and concepts inorder of importance, which you can build on as you progress through the book. You will also learn more than 300 verbs, chosen by their frequency of use. Numerous exercises and engagingreadings help you quickly build your speaking and comprehension prowess.
McGraw-Hill’s French Student Dictionary
Your best first reference to the French languageAs you begin studying the French language, you must have a reliable bilingual dictionary with the basic words you need, not the advanced terms you don't. With McGraw-Hill's French Student Dictionary you'll find what you need quickly and easily--without being overwhelmed with text.This book features: 3,500 essential words, each with grammatical information, easy-to-use pronunciation guide, verb conjugation (when appropriate), and an example sentence Numerous subentries to explain shades of meaning and idiomatic expressions related to the principal entriesA collection of grammar tips and hints, including common mistakes to avoidHelpful appendices of useful information such as common names in French, weights and measures, maps, numbers, and moreBegin your language learning with the authoritative McGraw-Hill's French Student Dictionary at your side. It provides a perfect complement to your French studies.
French Verbs & Essentials of Grammar
Your one-stop guide to mastering the basics of French Can one book have all you need to communicate confidently in a new language? Yes, and that book is French Verbs & Essentials of Grammar. It offers a solid foundation of major verbal and grammatical concepts of the language, from pronouns to idioms and expressions and from irregular verbs to expressions of time.Each unit is devoted to one topic, so you can find what you need right away and get focused instruction immediately. Concise yet thorough, the explanations are supported by numerous examples to help you master the different concepts. And for those tricky verbs, French Verbs & Essentials of Grammar includes a Verb Index of the most common verbs, cross-referenced with the abundant verb tables appearing throughout the book.This book will give you: An excellent introduction to the basics of French if you are a beginner or a quick, thorough reference if you already have experience in the languageContemporary usage of verbs, adjectives, pronouns, prepositions, conjunctions, and other grammar essentialsExamples that reflect contemporary usage and real-life situations
French in Your Face!
A face is worth 1,001 French wordsUsing the stories that our faces, appearance, and gestures tell, French in Your Face helps you learn and remember essential French vocabulary and everyday expressions relating to personality, attitudes, moods, and emotions.This hugely entertaining book is packed with illustrations that will tickle your funny bone and fine-tune your ability to communicate, face-to-face, in French.
Les Bons Mots
Les Bons Mots will help you add the piece de resistance to any conversation. Les Bons Mots is an eminently browsable reference that is designed to help English speakers use those witty and wise sayings for which the French are so justly famous. Eugene Ehrlich has created a reference work that defines French phrases and aphorisms both literally and colloquially; employs a unique and foolproof guide to their pronunciation; adds a brief and often amusing explanation that fixes each phrase in the reader's mind; and indexes everything so extensively that each idea is easy to find. An entertaining read as well as an impeccable reference guide by one of America's most cherished wordsmiths.
French Made Simple: Learn to speak and understand French quickly and Easily
French Made Simple will help you learn to speak French quickly and easily! An invaluable introduction to one of the most studied languages, French Made Simple is ideal for students, business professionals, and tourists alike. Teaching the basics of grammar, vocabulary, and culture, it guides you step-by-step through the process of learning and conversing quickly. Refreshingly easy to understand, French Made Simple includes: - Grammar basics - Modern vocabulary - Helpful verb chart - French-English dictionary - Reading exercises - Economic information - Common expressions - Review quizzes - Complete answer key
French Vocabulary
Packed with useful information for beginners of all ages.
Just Enough French
The perfect French phrase book for when you want to know just enough to enjoy yourself abroadYour ideal companion while traveling in Europe--especially if you are a first-timer with little or no foreign language experience--this handy, pocket-size guide packs all the punch of bigger references in a much more concise, user-friendly format. While Just Enough French covers all the standard phrase book topics--including everything from days, months, currencies, and clothing sizes to food, shelter, and medical assistance--its quick-reference format and at-a-glance Q&A examples make it easier than ever to find just the right word or phrase for just about every occasion.This second edition is thoroughly revised and now includes currency updates and coverage of the latest changes in travel--such as using ATMs for currency exchanges.
French Grammar: A Complete Reference Guide
French Grammar helps language learners at every level navigate the intricacies of the French language. Designed to help you speak and write in French with greater confidence and precision, it avoids tedious memorization drills, focusing, instead, on patterns commonly found in contemporary French speech and writing.Chapters feature detailed presentations of forms and usages, clearly explained, along with lists, tables, and charts that offer at-a-glance summaries of the elements covered. This new edition includes 64 pages of exercises.
French for Cruisers
This practical, easy-to-use guide provides the vocabulary and language skills necessary to cruise in French-speaking waters. Whether your boating plans include the Caribbean, French Polynesia, Mediterranean or the canals of France, French for Cruisers gives you the tools you need to communicate.
The Complete Fairy Tales in Verse and Prose/L’int嶲rale Des Contes En Vers Et En Prose
Based on the folkloric tales told by the widowed author to his motherless brood, this collection of traditional stories first appeared under Charles Perrault's name in the 18th century. In the fine tradition of Aesop, the fables enlighten as well as entertain, imparting practical moral advice. This dual-language edition features accurate new English translations on the pages facing the original French, in addition to an informative introduction and annotations. It opens with a trio of tales in verse: "Gris矇lidis," the legend of a patient wife, derived from Boccaccio's Decameron; "Peau d'Ane" ("Donkey-Skin"), the story of a beauty in disguise; and a familiar farce known as "Les souhaits ridicules" ("The Ludicrous Wishes"). Well-known and much-loved prose tales follow: "Sleeping Beauty," "Little Red Riding Hood," "Puss in Boots," "Cinderella," and others. This is the most complete edition available in English, comprising the verse tales as well as those in prose, plus all the original prefaces, letters, introductions, morals, and more. Any student of French language or literature will welcome this comprehensive edition.
The Everything Learning French Book
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Learn to speak French like a native with this essential guide Now you can teach yourself how to speak, write, and read French in just 15 easy-to-follow lessons. Perfect for students, travelers, and Francophiles, this new and revised edition of French: A Self-Teaching Guide helps you master the language at your own pace by taking the mystery out of grammar, common usage, and pronunciation with updated lessons and plenty of self-tests. Focusing on the most frequently used words in the language, this fascinating volume shows you how to enrich your French vocabulary by over 2,000 words--without having to resort to monotonous memorization exercises.More than just a language guide, French: A Self-Teaching Guide provides intriguing information on French culture, local customs, and current trends. It also features a special computer section, which includes a drawing of computer parts accompanied by their names--in French and English. Packed with review tests to measure progress, special drills to reinforce new material, and exercises to help you practice your newfound skills, this is the ideal companion for anyone who has ever wanted to learn French--or brush up on their skills--the easy way.
