Get Started in German: A Teach Yourself Guide
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TY: Language Guides
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5.1 Inches (US) Width x .64 Inches (US) Thick x in Page
Overview
Main description
Teach Yourself takes the pain out of picking up the German language
Get Started in German requires no prior experience in the language and gives you the opportunity to study at a reasonable, steady pace. This course makes the process nearly painless--it is written in a friendly and supportive tone, and the structure offers you plenty of opportunities for self-practice. You are in control of your learning experience, so you never feel overwhelmed or rushed.
This practical course introduces the new language without inundating you and includes dialogues and exercises, a helpful pronunciation section, manageable lists of practical vocabulary, a glossary of grammar terms, and more.
Features:
Lots of instant help with common problems and quick tips for success, based on the author’s many years of experience Tests in the book to keep track of your progress
Table of contents
Introduction / Pronunciation guide / 1 Good day! / 2 Would you like a cup of coffee? / 3 What does it cost? / 4 The alphabet / 5 At reception / 6 In the hotel / 7 Telling the time / 8 The street map / 9 How do I get to the post office? / 10 The calendar / 11 German verbs / 12 My family / 13 Shopping / 14 When does the train leave? / 15 Eating and drinking / 16 The restaurant / 17 Free time / 18 Motoring in Germany / 19 At the post office / 20 Business trip or visit? / Key to the exercises and tests / A summary of grammar / English-German vocabulary / German-English vocabulary
Author comments
Rosi McNab has been a teacher and writer of language courses for many years.
