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Order das beste Bier at Oktoberfest! Hitch a ride on der Autobahn! Say "Wilkommen" to your neuen deutschen Freunde!Learning to sprechen Sie Deutsches is fun--and far easier than you might think. German and English are closely related--you already know viele Phrasen! With this guide, you will make sense of this fascinating language in no time. This practical, hands-on Buch comes with easy-to-understand lessons, useful exercises, and a CD for pronunciation help. Building on the German language's close relation to English, this all-new edition covers everything from basic introductions to verb conversions. You will learn to: –Ich möchte ein Berliner, bitte. Order food with ease. –Wie viel kostet der Käse? Ask how much items cost. –Der Vater kaufte seinem Sohn ein Fahrrad. Understand direct and indirect objects. –viel / mehr / am meisten. Use superlatives to communicate more effectively. –Der Ball wird von dem Mann geschlagen. Know when to use passive voice. Whether you want to sample das stoutest Lager or converse with your grandparents in their native tongue, you'll soon discover just how easy it is to learn German! This edition includes completely new material on: –Rules of spelling and punctuation –Appropriate language for correspondence in German, including e-mail –Updated exercises

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The ultimate German guide for travel, business, and more!Whether you're traveling, taking a class, or meeting with clients, this pocket guide is packed with everything you'll need to speak, write, and understand basic German. Featuring hundreds of commonly used phrases, The Everything German Phrase Book and Dictionary provides you with the words you'll need in any setting. You'll be able to order dinner, talk on the phone, read street signs and train schedules, and shop with confidence. Organized by subject and situation, this handy guide includes information on: Making introductions Reading a menu and ordering a meal or a drink Negotiating a bargain Speaking to a doctor or emergency professional Asking for directions With German-English and English-German dictionaries and helpful pronunciation guides, you'll be able to find the right words when you need them. Tuck this guide into your carry-on bag,

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Discover just how easy it is to learn German with this updated edition of The Everything Learning German Book with new online audio so you can quickly access the pronunciation guide and exercises while you’re reading.It’s easy to become intimidated by the prospect of learning a foreign language. Now, with online audio, The Everything Learning German Book, 3rd Edition eliminates the stumbling blocks of learning a language to bring you quick and easy success. Whether you are a first-time learner, relearner, or international traveler, you’ll learn the German language through step-by-step instructions and practical exercises. Cultural information about Germany and the German people makes the guide both simple and entertaining. The pronunciation, parts of speech, and basic vocabulary tips covered in this guide will benefit students, travelers, restaurant-goers, and anyone seeking to learn the language upon which much of English is based

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Learn to speak and write German like a pro!Need a quick introduction to the German language? Whether you''re planning a vacation, adding a valuable second language to your resume, or simply brushing up on your skills, The Everything Essential German Book is your perfect guide for learning to speak and write in German. This portable guide covers the most important basics, including: The German alphabet and translation Greetings and conversation starters Common questions and answers Verb tenses and sentence structure With step-by-step instructions, pronunciation guides, and practical exercises, you''ll find learning German can be easy and fun! You''ll be speaking--and understanding--German in no time!

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