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Product Identifiers

PublisherMcgraw-Hill Education

ISBN-10007159776X

ISBN-139780071597760

eBay Product ID (ePID)15038303042

Product Key Features

Number of Pages192 Pages

LanguageEnglish

Publication NamePerfect Phrases in French for Confident Travel : the No Faux-Pas Phrasebook for the Perfect Trip

SubjectFrench

Publication Year2009

TypeLanguage Course

AuthorEliane Kurbegov

Subject AreaForeign Language Study

FormatTrade Paperback

Dimensions

Item Height0.4 in

Item Weight6.9 Oz

Item Length8 in

Item Width5.1 in

Additional Product Features

Intended AudienceTrade

LCCN2008-036558

Dewey Edition22

IllustratedYes

Dewey Decimal448.3/421

Table Of ContentIntroduction 1. Good Manners 2. Money Matters 3. Hotels 4. Public Transportation 5. Driving 6. Shopping 7. Grooming 8. Shopping for Food 9. Eating Out 10. Entertainment 11. Museums to Mountains 12. Common Warnings 13. Emergencies 14. Health Issues 15. Making Plans 16. Romance 17. Keeping in Touch 18. Sports 19. Weather 20. Conversational Phrases Index

SynopsisMore than your average phrasebook, this portable title show travelers how to be well-mannered visitors and speak a different language in the correct context., More than your average phrasebook, this portable title shows you how to be a well-mannered visitor and speak the local language in the correct context Any phrasebook can give you a line listing of essential phrases. But if you use a phrase or term without knowing the correct way to use it, you can find yourself in an embarrassing situation. Perfect Phrases in French for Confident Travel addresses this problem expertly. Yes, you get the basics but you get a lot more background and guidance on how to use these words and phrases correctly without making a faux pas. With the confidence that you are using a phrase correctly, you will enjoy a smoother adventure in France., Speak with French locals using more than 200 phrases in their correct context (and avoiding embarrassment) As you plan your trip to France, remember to pack this phrasebook! It is the only one that not only has the words and phrases you need to communicate clearly but also explains how to use them. With this knowledge, you will enjoy your journey and make a good impression on the French as you visit their country. Useful French phrases and their correct usage: Bonjour . (boh-zhoor) Hello . This everyday greeting should always be followed by a title such as monsieur, madam, or mademoiselle when you address an adult who is not your acquaintance. Je préfére mon steak bien cuit . (zheuh pray-fer moh stek byeh bwee) I prefer my steak well done . At a restaurant in France, your steak will most likely arrive cooked rare or very rare, unless you specify otherwise. Je voudrais louer un portable . (zheuh voo-dray loo-ay uh por-ta-bl) I would like to rent a cell phone . Cell phones are available for rental at airports and phone stores. Rental fees in France are approximately $25 to $50 per week. Zut ! (zUt) Darn! A harmless exclamation that you can use without offending anybody.

LC Classification NumberPC2121.K766 2008