The ultimate quick and easy guide to learning Polish Polish can be a difficult language to master. It is pronounced phonetically and has several unique characters in its alphabet, but with Polish For Dummies in hand, you'll find yourself speaking like a local in no time. Packed with practical lessons, handy cultural facts, and essential references (including a Polish-English mini-dictionary and lists of common verbs), this guide is specially designed to get you speaking Polish with confidence. With advice on speaking Polish within the construction, teaching, and public sector industries, this book is a truly practical tool for anyone wanting to speak the language either professionally or socially. Includes sections dedicated to Polish in action, Polish on the go, and Polish in the workplace A companion audio CD contains Polish conversations spoken by native Polish speakers in a variety of everyday contexts, perfect for learning Polish on the go A Polish-English dictionary is included to provide quick access to the most common words With easy-to-follow instruction and exercises that give you the language to communicate during day-to-day experiences, readers of Polish For Dummies will learn the words and verbal constructions they need to communicate with friends and colleagues at home, find directions on holiday, and more. Note - CD-ROM/DVD and other supplementary materials are not included as part of the e-book file, but are available for download after purchase.

Are you sick and tired of not being able to learn Polish fast? Have you tried endless other ways of learning Polish 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.

This popular introduction to Polish is now accompanied by two audio CDs. The text, ideal for both individual and classroom use, teaches the basics of Polish grammar and vocabulary in 10 easy-to-follow lessons. The audio CDs complement the dialogue and vocabulary sections of the lesson, aiding the reader in understanding the language as spoken. The lessons are developed around such topics with such titles as Going Through Customs, Checking into a Hotel, and Extending and Accepting an Invitation. The book also includes an introduction to Poland and Polish culture.

If you want to learn the Polish language without any previous knowledge, then keep reading... Wanting to learn the Polish language, but don't know how - or where - to start? If so, you've come to the right place. This book will give you an excellent introduction to the Polish language, and by starting with the very basics, the book will increase your knowledge step-by-step. The exercises provide you with a lot of practice in both writing and talking; many useful words and phrases are included for reference during your learning, and for a long time after. Many real-life conversations and situations included in this book make it your perfect companion on your learning journey. Here's just a fraction of what you'll learn: The basics, such as the Polish alphabet, numbers, and days of the week. Many useful verbs, and examples of how they are used in sentences. The grammar rules that apply to nouns and verbs. Basic Polish phrases to be used in conversations. Useful phrases at the hotel, in restaurants, or shops. Many, many different words for daily use. And much more! So, what are you waiting for? Grab this book now, and start learning Polish today!

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