Author(s): Suida W E

Languages and Reference

Teach Yourself takes the pain out of picking up a new language

Get Started in Dutch requires no prior experience in the language and gives you the opportunity to study at a reasonable, steady pace. This course makes the process nearly painless--it is written in a friendly and supportive tone, and the structure offers you plenty of opportunities for self-practice. You are in control of your learning experience, so you never feel overwhelmed or rushed.

This practical course introduces the new language without inundating you and includes dialogues and exercises, a helpful pronunciation section, manageable lists of practical vocabulary, a glossary of grammar terms, and more. The accompanying audio CD features recordings by native speakers and contains dialogues from the book as well as exercises in listening and speaking.

Features:

• Lots of instant help with common problems and quick tips for success, based on the author’s many years of experience
• Tests in the book and online to keep track of your progress
• Extra online articles at www.teachyourself.com to give you a richer understanding of the basics of the language

Topics include: Pronunciation and spelling, Where do you live?, In the supermarket, What are you going to do?, Come in, On holiday, At home and at work, Typically Dutch, Key to the exercises, Grammar summary, Dutch-English vocabulary, English-Dutch vocabulary