Teach Yourself Portuguese (TY Complete Courses)

by Manuela Cook (Author)

• Used

  Paperback
  2008

  $12.66

  This summary relates to the paperback edition of the Portuguese course in the Teach Yourself series. A pack comprising the book and double CD is available (9780340972311) and the double CD is available separately (9780340972328). Teach Yourself Portuguese is the course for anyone who wants to progress quickly from the basics to understanding, speaking and writing Portuguese with confidence. Although aimed at those with no previous knowledge, it is equally suitable for anyone wishing to brush up existing knowledge or refresh rusty language skills for a holiday or business trip. Key structures and vocabulary are introduced in 25 thematic units. The emphasis is on communication throughout with important language structures introduced through dialogues on the accompanying recording. There are plenty of exercises to practise the language as it is introduced and tips throughout to help with pronunciation and grammar. Cultural information boxes give useful advice and information for anyone planning a trip to Portugal.The new edition retains the tried-and-tested structure of the lessons but has been updated to reflect societal and technological changes, and the audio has been completely re-recorded.