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Formal Spoken Arabic Fast Course With Mp3 Files (Georgetown Classics In Arabic Languages And Linguistics)
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This Arabic Languagelearning Classic Is Now Enhanced With A Boundin Cd Of Mp3 Files. Designed To Provide Beginners In Arabic With Maximum Linguistic And Cultural Exposure In A Short Period (About 100 Hours Of Contact Time), This Book Consists Of Sixteen Lessons With Dialogs And Exercises Dealing With Daytoday Scenarios: Greeting People, Getting A Taxi, Making Phone Calls, Asking Directions, Discussing The Weather, And Effectively Communicating With Police And Duty Officers. The Lessons Help The Reader To Navigate Situations At Gas Stations, Marketplaces, Restaurants, And In Their Own Households.Formal Spoken Arabic (Fsa) Is A Kind Of Lingua Franca That Is More Natural Than Speaking Modern Standard Arabic (Msa), The Literary Form Of The Language. Fsa Uses The Shared Features Of The Various Urban Colloquial Dialects, Defaulting To Levantive (Terms Common To Lebanon, Syria, And Jordan) Where The Spoken Dialects Diverge. Each Lesson Includes Cultural Notes On Americanarab Interactions, Notes On Learner Strategies For Managing Arabic Conversations With A Limited Amount Of Language, And Grammar Explanations In Clear, Nontechnical Language. Although The Main Dialogue For Each Lesson Is Presented In Arabic Script, Transcriptions Are Used To Accelerate Spoken Performance. The Fast Course Includes Grammatical Explanations, Englisharabic And Arabicenglish Glossaries, Appendices Listing Common Idioms, Courtesy Expressions And Other Useful Terms, Instructor'S Notes, And Drills Aided And Accompanied By The Cd.Originally Created For Diplomats, This Is An Expanded And Enhanced Edition Of A Work Originally Developed By The U.S. State Department As A Sixweek Intensive, Or Fast (Familiarization And Shortterm) Course, And Is Easily Adaptable For Students In Middle East Area Studies. Travelers Heading For Posts In The Arab World Who Quickly Need To Gain A Basic Ability To Converse In Daytoday Situations Will Find Formal Spoken Arabic Fast Course An Invaluable Companion.
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- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The book contains two hundred forty pages. This length provides a comprehensive guide for beginners learning Arabic.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: This book is paperback bound. This makes it lightweight and easy to handle for learners.
- Q: What is the size of the book? A: The book measures seven point zero six inches in length, zero point seven five inches in width, and nine point nine inches in height. Its size is convenient for travel and storage.
- Q: Is this book suitable for beginners? A: Yes, this book is designed specifically for beginners. It provides maximum linguistic and cultural exposure in about one hundred hours of contact time.
- Q: How is the content structured in the book? A: The content is structured into sixteen lessons with dialogs and exercises. Each lesson deals with practical, day-to-day scenarios.
- Q: What additional materials are included with the book? A: The book includes a bound-in CD of MP3 files. These files enhance the learning experience by providing audio support for pronunciation.
- Q: How should I care for this book? A: To keep the book in good condition, store it in a dry place and avoid exposure to direct sunlight. This will help prevent fading and wear.
- Q: Can this book be used by travelers? A: Yes, this book is an invaluable companion for travelers. It equips them with the essential phrases needed for day-to-day interactions in Arabic.
- Q: How do I clean the book if it gets dirty? A: To clean the book, gently wipe the cover with a damp cloth. Avoid using cleaning agents that could damage the cover or pages.
- Q: Is this book appropriate for children? A: Yes, this book is appropriate for older children learning Arabic. However, parental guidance is recommended for younger readers.
- Q: What makes this book different from others? A: This book uses Formal Spoken Arabic, which is more natural than Modern Standard Arabic. It focuses on practical conversational skills.
- Q: Is there a glossary included in the book? A: Yes, the book includes English-Arabic and Arabic-English glossaries. These glossaries assist learners in understanding vocabulary.
- Q: What if the book arrives damaged? A: If the book arrives damaged, contact customer service for support. They will assist you with return or exchange options.
- Q: How does this book compare to other Arabic learning materials? A: This book is particularly suited for intensive learning and practical application. It is tailored for quick conversational use, unlike many traditional textbooks.
- Q: What are the cultural notes included in the book? A: The book includes cultural notes on American-Arab interactions. These notes provide context that enhances understanding during conversations.