Complete Spoken Arabic of the Arabian Gulf Beginner to Intermediate Course: Learn to Read, Write, Speak and Understand a New Language

Jack Smart

ISBN 10: 1444105469 / ISBN 13: 9781444105469

Published by Hodder Educ, 2012

About this Item

box pck pa edition. 368 pages. Arabic language. 9.00x6.50x2.00 inches. In Stock.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Complete Spoken Arabic of the Arabian Gulf Beginner to Intermediate Course: Learn to Read, Write, Speak and Understand a New Language
• Publisher: Hodder Educ
• Publication Date: 2012
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1444105469
• ISBN 13: 9781444105469
• Binding: Paperback with
• Condition: Brand New
• Weight: 0.72 kilograms

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Synopsis

Do you want to be able to understand and speak the Arabic of the Arabian Gulf confidently? All you need is this bestselling course from Teach Yourself - the most trusted brand in language learning. This course teaches the spoken Arabic of the Gulf region through everyday real-life situations that make the grammar and vocabulary easy and memorable, with complete audio support available separately - MP3 compatible.

To learn Modern Standard Arabic - used in writing and formal situations throughout the Arabic-speaking world - pick up a copy of Complete Arabic, also from Teach Yourself.

Complete Spoken Arabic (of the Arabian Gulf) is structured in thematic units and the emphasis is placed on communication, so that you effortlessly progress from introducing yourself and dealing with everyday situations, to using the phone and talking about work.
By the end of this course, you will approach Level B2 of the Common European Framework for Languages: Can interact with a degree of fluency and spontaneity that makes regular interaction with native speakers quite possible without strain for either party.

Learn effortlessly with a new easy-to-read page design and interactive features:

NOT GOT MUCH TIME?
One, five and ten-minute introductions to key principles to get you started.

AUTHOR INSIGHTS
Lots of instant help with common problems and quick tips for success, based on the author's many years of experience.

GRAMMAR TIPS
Easy-to-follow building blocks to give you a clear understanding.

USEFUL VOCABULARY
Easy to find and learn, to build a solid foundation for speaking.

DIALOGUES
Read and listen to everyday dialogues to help you speak and understand fast.

PRONUNCIATION
Don't sound like a tourist! Perfect your pronunciation before you go.

TEST YOURSELF
Tests in the book and online to keep track of your progress.

TRY THIS
Innovative exercises illustrate what you've learnt and how to use it.

Rely on Teach Yourself, trusted by language learners for over 75 years.

About the Author

Jack Smart was Lecturer in Arabic and Islamic studies at the University of Exeter before retirement.

Frances Altorfer was a modern languages teacher in secondary education.