Why don't things abroad work the same way as at home when they look so familiar? An illustrated phrase book for situations where you don't need words, plus those essential phrases when you do.
How were you to know that you had to weigh your own fruit in the supermarket, or that the unidentified machine on the platform was where you should have punched your ticket before getting on the train, or that the barman is trying to tell you to pay for your drink at the cash till before you can order it at the bar, or that the titbits he places by your side are for everyone, not just for you to scoff?
New generation phrase book combining highly illustrated practical information (specially commissioned photos) together with essential phrases
Up-to-date dictionary containing practical vocabulary
An illustrated menu reader to help you sample the best food
Collins Language Survival Guides - the key to hassle-free travel
| ISBN: | 9780007101610 |
| Publication date: | 4th June 2001 |
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| Publisher: | Collins an imprint of HarperCollins Publishers |
| Format: | Paperback |
| Pagination: | 192 pages |
| Series: | Collins Language Survival Guide |
| Genres: |
Language self-study Language learning: grammar, vocabulary and pronunciation Travel guides: food and drink regions Language phrasebooks Travel writing Usage and grammar guides Language learning: specific skills Living and working in other countries: practical advice Travel tips and advice: general |