French at a glance : phrase book, dictionary, traveler's aid / by Gail Stein, M.A., former Teacher of French, Department of Foreign Languages, Martin Van Buren High School, New York ; Heywood Wald, PhD, coordinating editor, former Chairman, Department of Foreign Languages, Martin Van Buren High School, New York.
Edition:
Sixth edition.
Publisher:
Barron's Educational SeriesInc.,
Copyright Date:
2018
Description:
x, 353 pages : color illustrations, color maps ; 16 cm
Includes index (pages 350-353). "Free access to online audio! Includes 1,000 useful phrases and travel words spoken in English and German. Accessible by phone, tablet, and computer."--Page [4] of cover.
Contents:
Quick pronunciation guide -- Planning your trip -- When you arrive -- The basics for getting by -- Banking and money matters -- At the hotel -- Getting around town -- Sightseeing and activities -- Food and drink -- Meeting people -- Shopping -- Personal care and services -- Medical care -- Communications -- General information -- Quick grammar guide -- English-French dictionary -- German-French dictionary.
Summary:
"Travelers to foreign countries constantly praise these pocket-size phrasebooks for their portability, durability, travel tips, and their many easy-to-find phrases that apply to all kinds of travel situations. You'll find approximately 2,500 words and expressions in both English and French, plus pronunciation guidance. Each book includes: useful bilingual phrases for checking into hotels, shopping, dining, and more; maps, advice on tipping, local customs, and more; travel information, words, and phrases apply for both tourists and business travelers; a bilingual dictionary at the back of the book."-- Amazon.com.
This resource is supported by the Institute of Museum and Library Services under the provisions of the Library Services and Technology Act as administered by State Library of Iowa.