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Arabic Phrases for Dummies - (For Dummies) by Amine Bouchentouf (Paperback)

Arabic Phrases for Dummies - (For Dummies) by  Amine Bouchentouf (Paperback)
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<p/><br></br><p><b> Book Synopsis </b></p></br></br><p><b>A portable guide to help you quickly learn common phrases in Modern Standard Arabic </b></p> <p>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. </p> <p>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. </p> <p>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: </p> <ul> <p>Counting days and money </p> </li> </ul> <ul> <p>Telling the time </p> </li> <p>Introducing yourself and making small talk </p> </li> <p>Ordering meals and shopping </p> </li> <p>Engaging in leisure or work activities </p> </li> <p>Finding transportation and lodging </p> </li> </ul> <ul> <p>Taking care of emergencies </p> </li> </ul> <p>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. </p><p/><br></br><p><b> From the Back Cover </b></p></br></br><b>Your handy guide to everyday Arabic words and expressions</b> <p>Need to brush up on your Arabic conversation skills? This fun, concise phrasebook will jumpstart your comprehension, equipping you with the phrases necessary for common everyday situations -- from traveling to shopping to making small talk. This quick-and-easy approach will have you speaking basic Arabic in no time!</p> <ul> <li>Get started with the basics -- figure out the Arabic alphabet and practice the sounds</li> <li> <p>From nouns to numbers -- understand the rules of grammar, get to know Arabic verbs, and practice counting in Arabic</p> </li> <li> <p>Talk with native Arabic speakers -- greet people, ask questions, and talk about yourself</p> </li> <li> <p>Enjoy yourself around town -- from dining and shopping to transportation and entertainment, know the right words and phrases to get what you need</p> </li> <li> <p>Handle on-the-job tasks -- talk with coworkers, use the phone, send letters and e-mails, and more</p> </li> <li> <p>Deal with emergencies -- find medical and legal help when you need it</p> </li> </ul> <p><b>Open the book and find: </b></p> <ul> <li>Hundreds of useful phrases at your fingertips</li> <li> <p>Every grammatical and linguistic point explained in plain English</p> </li> <li> <p>Arabic sounds represented in English characters</p> </li> <li> <p>Words to Know sections to help you find the right word fast</p> </li> <li> <p>Favorite Arabic expressions and great Arabic proverbs</p> </li> </ul><p/><br></br><p><b> About the Author </b></p></br></br><b>Amine Bouchentouf</b> is a native Arabic, English, and French speaker born and raised in Casablanca, Morocco. He teaches Arabic and lectures about relations between America and the Arab world.

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