Foreign Languages
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American Sign Language For Dummies with Online Videos (For Dummies (Lifestyle))
Grasp the rich culture and language of the Deaf communityTo see people use American Sign Language (ASL) to share ideas is remarkable and fascinating to watch. Now, you have a chance to enter the wonderful world of sign language. American Sign Language For Dummies offers you an easy-to-access introduction so you can get your hands wet with ASL, whether you’re new to the language or looking for a great refresher.
Used predominantly in the United States, ASL provides the Deaf community with the ability to acquire and develop language and communication skills by utilizing facial expressions and body movements to convey and process linguistic information. With American Sign Language For Dummies, the complex visual-spatial and linguistic principles that form the basis for ASL are broken down, making this a great resource for friends, colleagues, students, education personnel, and parents of Deaf children.
- Grasp the various ways ASL is communicated
- Get up to speed on the latest technological advancements assisting the Deaf
- Understand how cultural background and regionalism can affect communication
- Follow the instructions in the book to access bonus videos online and practice signing along with an instructor
If you want to get acquainted with Deaf culture and understand what it’s like to be part of a special community with a unique shared and celebrated history and language, American Sign Language For Dummies gets you up to speed on ASL fast.
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Chinese Grammar Wiki BOOK: Intermediate
The Chinese Grammar Wiki began in 2012 as a modest website with a bold vision: to record all of the grammar structures in the Chinese language, categorize them by difficulty level, explain each one in clear, jargon-free English, and link them all together. Initially the wiki was a resource exclusively for the clients of AllSet Learning’s Shanghai-based learning consultancy. But five years later, its popularity among learners has exploded, and the Chinese Grammar Wiki has become the #1 online resource for Chinese grammar among independent learners and college students alike.This book is the second major volume, covering all essential grammar points that an intermediate learner needs to master. Together with the Elementary and Upper Intermediate volumes, the series will comprise the most complete single resource on Chinese grammar in print. This volume features:- 145 B1 (Intermediate) grammar points- 200+ separate grammar structures- 1,500+ examples (with pinyin and English translation)- Extensive interlinking of similar grammar points- Bilingual glossary of grammar terms- Learner-centric designRead more
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Chinese Grammar Wiki BOOK: Upper Intermediate
The Chinese Grammar Wiki began in 2012 as a modest website with a bold vision: to record all of the grammar structures in the Chinese language, categorize them by difficulty level, explain each one in clear, jargon-free English, and link them all together. Initially the wiki was a resource exclusively for the clients of AllSet Learning’s Shanghai-based learning consultancy. But five years later, its popularity among learners has exploded, and the Chinese Grammar Wiki has become the #1 online resource for Chinese grammar among independent learners and college students alike.This book is the third major volume, covering all essential grammar points that an upper intermediate (B2) learner needs to master. Together with the Elementary and Intermediate volumes, the series comprises the most complete single resource on Chinese grammar in print.
This volume features:
- 152 Upper Intermediate (B2)) grammar points
- 200+ separate grammar structures
- 1,700+ examples (with pinyin and English translation)
- Extensive interlinking of similar grammar points
- Learner-centric design
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Learn Chinese: A Comprehensive Guide to Learning Chinese for Beginners, Including Grammar, Short Stories and Popular Phrases
If you want to learn Chinese fast and in a variety of fun ways that actually work then keep reading…
Most people don’t have a huge amount of extra time to spend learning a new language.
Could you be one of them?
You see, most people make the same mistakes when learning Chinese and this is causing their progress to stagnate. The problem is that they are only sticking to a single way of learning Chinese.
But now, you can maximize your chances of learning Chinese in less time compared to reading boring textbooks.
Introducing: Learn Chinese: A Comprehensive Guide to Learning Chinese for Beginners, Including Grammar, Short Stories and Popular Phrases.
This book includes 3 comprehensive Chinese manuscripts in 1 book:- Chinese: Learn Mandarin Chinese for Beginners: A Simple Guide That Will Help You on Your Language Learning Journey
- Chinese Short Stories: 11 Simple Stories for Beginners Who Want to Learn Mandarin Chinese in Less Time While Also Having Fun
- Chinese Phrase Book: Over 1000 Essential Mandarin Phrases You Don’t Want to Be Without on Your Trip to China
Are you sick and tired of not being able to learn Chinese fast?
Have you tried endless other ways of learning Chinese but nothing seems to stick?
Do you finally want to say goodbye to your tendency to ‘forget most of what you’ve studied’ and discover something which works for you?
If so, then you’ve come to the right place.
You see, Chinese is easier than it seems.
Not only will this book give you the basic grammar rules, but also many fun phrases for you to practice along with captivating stories that will make learning a joy.
If you’ve never studied Chinese before or if you’ve studied it but you need to go back to the basics to get better, this book will provide you with what you need, especially if you are planning on traveling to China!
Some of the topics covered in part 1 of this book include:
- Chinese Tones
- Basic Chinese Grammar
- How to Count
- How to be polite when speaking Chinese
- Greeting and Introduction
- Daily Life and Social Activity
- And much, much more
In part 2, you will get 11 simple and captivating short stories that will ignite your imagination so you can learn Chinese quickly and easily.
Some of the topics for phrases covered in part 3 of this book include:
- Exchanging Money
- Buying
- Drinks and Snacks
- In the Cafeteria
- The Noodle Stand
- In the Restaurant
- In the Market
- In the Bookstore
- Taking the Taxi
- On the Train
- Asking for Directions
- Asking for the Time
- Making an Appointment
- Introducing Yourself
- Talking About Family
- Personal Questions
- Politely Refusing Requests
- Dealing with the Delivery Company
- Not Feeling Well
- Getting Things Fixed
- A Long-distance Phone Call
- And much, much more
So if you want to learn the Chinese language fast and without having to go through a boring textbook, scroll up and click the “add to cart” button!
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The Beginner’s Guide to Speaking Chinese
Embark on an exciting linguistic adventure with The Beginner’s Guide to Speaking Chinese — your passport to learning one of the most intriguing and influential languages in the world.
Breaking free from the mold of traditional language textbooks, this guide immerses you in the heart of conversational Chinese and allows you to dive headfirst into the art of speaking the language. My mission is clear: to instill you with the confidence and knowledge you need to converse in Chinese.
Topic covered include:
– Pinyin
– Tones
– Greetings
– Numbers
– Introductions
– Being Polite
– Weather
– Date and Time
– Food and Dining
– Out and About
– ShoppingI developed this curriculum after much research into the most effective methods for language education, and it has already been utilized by thousands of students all over the world to effectively learn Chinese from scratch.
Think of this as an extended conversation between myself, your Chinese-speaking friend, and you, the reader. As your friend, I have made sure that by the end of this book, you will have everything you need to speak Chinese in a variety of situations—through a mixture of essential knowledge, lighthearted humor, and practice questions. This book will also share tips on Chinese culture for the purpose of helping you become a more informed and prepared traveler.
Chinese is often considered one of the most challenging languages to learn, but rest assured, this book equips you with the tricks and tools you need to succeed. Happy learning!
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£2.30