Summary: Are you looking for a course in German written for the absolute beginner who has no experience of learning a foreign language? Get Started in German will give you the confidence to communicate in German. Now fully updated to make your language learning experience fun and interactive. You can still rely on the benefits of a top language teacher and our years of teaching experience, but now with added learning features within the course and online. The emphasis of the course is placed on communication, rather than grammar, and all the teaching is in English, so that you will quickly and effortlessly get started in German. By the end of this course, you will be at Level B1 of the Common European Framework for Languages: Can deal with most situations likely to arise whilst travelling in an area where the language is spoken. Learn effortlessly with new, easy-to-read page design and interactive features: NOT GOT MUCH TIME?One and ten-minute introductions to key principles to get you started.AUTHOR INSIGHTSLots of instant help with common problems and quick tips for success, based on the author's many years of experience.USEFUL VOCABULARYEasy to find and learn, to build a solid foundation for speaking.DIALOGUESRead and listen to everyday dialogues to help you speak and understand fast.PRONUNCIATIONDon't sound like a tourist! Perfect your pronunciation before you go.TEST YOURSELFTests in the book and online to keep track of your progress.EXTEND YOUR KNOWLEDGEExtra online articles to give you a richer understanding of the culture and history of Germany.TRY THISInnovative exercises illustrate what you've learnt and how to use it.The course is available as a book (9781444100730), as a pack comprising the book and double CD (9781444100747) and as a double CD (9781444100754).
Are you looking for a course in German written for the absolute beginner who has no experience of learning a foreign language? Get Started in German will give you the confidence to communicate in German. Now fully updated to make your language learning experience fun and interactive. You can still rely on the benefits of a top language teacher and our years of teaching experience, but now with added learning features within the course and online. The emphasis of the course is placed on communication, rather than grammar, and all the teaching is in English, so that you will quickly and effortlessly get started in German. By the end of this course, you will be at Level B1 of the Common European Framework for Languages: Can deal with most situations likely to arise whilst travelling in an area where the language is spoken. Learn effortlessly with new, easy-to-read page design and interactive features: NOT GOT MUCH TIME?One and ten-minute introductions to key principles to get you started.AUTHOR INSIGHTSLots of instant help with common problems and quick tips for success, based on the author's many years of experience.USEFUL VOCABULARYEasy to find and learn, to build a solid foundation for speaking.DIALOGUESRead and listen to everyday dialogues to help you speak and understand fast.PRONUNCIATIONDon't sound like a tourist! Perfect your pronunciation before you go.TEST YOURSELFTests in the book and online to keep track of your progress.EXTEND YOUR KNOWLEDGEExtra online articles to give you a richer understanding of the culture and history of Germany.TRY THISInnovative exercises illustrate what you've learnt and how to use it.The course is available as a book (9781444100730), as a pack comprising the book and double CD (9781444100747) and as a double CD (9781444100754).
Easy to follow - the pace and approach mean that this is a course for the true beginner. Practical - covers all the basic structures and vocabulary you will need for everyday situations Up to date - contains lots of cultural information
Practical - covers all the basic structures and vocabulary you will need for everyday situations
Up to date - contains lots of cultural information
Table of Contents: IntroductionPronunciation guide1 Good day!2 Would you like a cup of coffee?3 What does it cost?4 The alphabet5 At reception6 In the hotel7 Telling the time8 The street map9 How do I get to the post office?10 The calendar11 German verbs12 My family13 Shopping14 When does the train leave?15 Eating and drinking16 The restaurant17 Free time18 Motoring in Germany19 At the post office20 Business trip or visit?Key to the exercises and testsA summary of grammarEnglish-German vocabularyGerman-English vocabulary
About the Author(s): Rosi McNab has been a teacher and writer of language courses for many years.
Readership: complete beginners
