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First published in 1996. Routledge is an imprint of Taylor & Francis, an informa company.

Everything you need is in this book, at a fraction of the cost of expensive language kits! This book teaches you the basics of the Hindi language, including practical daily conversations and vocabulary. It enables you to begin communicating effectively from the very first day. All Hindi words and sentences are given in the native script and romanized words, with English translations. Useful notes and explanations on pronunciation, the Hindi script, greetings and requests, basic sentence patterns and vocabulary, idiomatic expressions and etiquette dos and don'ts are all included. A useful bi-directional dictionary of commonly-used Hindi words and phrases is provided at the back. Key features of this book include: Carefully constructed lessons designed for beginning adult learners Basic sentence patterns and vocabulary used in daily conversations Suitable for self-study learners as well as beginner level classes Hindi script and romanized versions of all Hindi texts with English translations Cultural notes for understanding Indian customs and norms Free native-speaker audio recordings of the dialogues, vocabulary and exercises are available online teaching the reader to pronounce the Hindi words and phrases in the book correctly. Free printable flash cards are also available for further practice.

Having survived a serious illness and now at an impasse in her career, the author accepts a freelance assignment to go to India, where she finds herself utterly overwhelmed by the place and the language. Before she knows it, she's on her way to Rajasthan to live with a local family and join a language school offering 'total immersion'.

This portable, user-friendly Hindi language guide, phrasebook & dictionary is the cheapest and easiest way to learn Hindi before and during your trip. If you only want to purchase one Hindi language book--Essential Hindi is the way to go. Part of Tuttle Publishing's Essential Series, it is a great first introduction and beginner guide to the language of India and is also designed as a Hindi phrasebook, making it the most versatile Hindi language learning tool on the market. Perfect for business people or tourist traveling to India or for students who want to supplement their learning, this book's easy indexing feature allows it to act as a Hindi phrase book or as an English-Hindi Dictionary. A clever "point to" feature allows you to simply point to a phrase translated in Hindi without the need to say a single word or read a single character. Terms and phrases cover all your conversations via mobile phones, internet, and social media in a way that will help you make the most of the language. In addition, sentences on the essentials of travel make it easier for visitors to navigate the basics of arranging accommodations, dining out, dealing with transportation and emergencies, and much more. Essential Hindi includes: Over 1,500 necessary sentences for everyday use. A glossary containing over 2,000 terms and expressions. Extensive notes on Hindi grammar and pronunciation. A handy format for finding the information you need quickly and easily. Look up the latest Hindi vocabulary and phrases for smartphones, blogging, Facebook and Twitter. Let Essential Hindi guide you in making the right word choices when communicating with friends and business colleagues, and the world!

Are you looking for a complete course in Hindi which takes you effortlessly from beginner to confident speaker? Whether you are starting from scratch, or are just out of practice, Complete Hindi will guarantee success! The course is structured in thematic units and the emphasis is placed on communication, so that you effortlessly progress from introducing yourself and dealing with everyday situations, to using the phone and talking about work. Complete Hindi follows an interesting storyline to keep you engaged and allow you to progress rapidly, while learning about the culture of India. It's Colloquial approach allows you to be understood by both Hindi and Urdu speakers since both languages are virtually identical at this level. Complete Hindi has the following key features: - PRACTICAL: numerous exercises are provided throughout the book with an answer key at the end - ESTEEMED AUTHOR widely recognized as a world class teacher - AUTHOR INSIGHTS: Lots of instant help with common problems and quick tips for success, based on the authors' many years of experience. -GRAMMAR TIPS: Easy-to-follow building blocks to give you a clear understanding. -USEFUL VOCABULARY: Easy to find and learn, to build a solid foundation for speaking. -DIALOGUES: Read and listen to everyday dialogues to help you speak and understand fast. -PRONUNCIATION: Don't sound like a tourist! Perfect your pronunciation before you go. -TEST YOURSELF: Tests in the book and online to keep track of your progress. By the end of this course, you will approach Level B2 of the Common European Framework for Languages: Can interact with a degree of fluency and spontaneity that makes regular interaction with native speakers quite possible without strain for either party. This pack includes a book and one mp3 CD of audio material. Rely on Teach Yourself, trusted by language learners for over 75 years.