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Suitable for both independent study and class use, this text comprises an accessible reference grammar and related exercises in a single volume.
NATIONAL BESTSELLER • For anyone who wants to learn a foreign language, this is the method that will finally make the words stick. “A brilliant and thoroughly modern guide to learning new languages.”—Gary Marcus, cognitive psychologist and author of the New York Times bestseller Guitar Zero At thirty years old, Gabriel Wyner speaks six languages fluently. He didn’t learn them in school—who does? Rather, he learned them in the past few years, working on his own and practicing on the subway, using simple techniques and free online resources—and here he wants to show others what he’s discovered. Starting with pronunciation, you’ll learn how to rewire your ears and turn foreign sounds into familiar sounds. You’ll retrain your tongue to produce those sounds accurately, using tricks from opera singers and actors. Next, you’ll begin to tackle words, and connect sounds and spellings to imagery rather than translations, which will enable you to think in a foreign language. And with the help of sophisticated spaced-repetition techniques, you’ll be able to memorize hundreds of words a month in minutes every day. This is brain hacking at its most exciting, taking what we know about neuroscience and linguistics and using it to create the most efficient and enjoyable way to learn a foreign language in the spare minutes of your day.
A Frequency Dictionary of German is an invaluable tool for all learners of German, providing a list of the 4,034 most frequently used words in the language. Based on a 4.2 million-word corpus which is evenly divided between spoken, fiction and non-fiction texts, the dictionary provides a detailed frequency-based list plus alphabetical and part of speech indexes. All entries in the rank frequency list feature the English equivalent, a sample sentence plus an indication of major register variation. The dictionary also contains twenty-one thematically organized lists of frequently used words on a variety of topics as well as eleven special vocabulary lists. A Frequency Dictionary of German aims to enable students of all levels to maximize their study of German vocabulary in an efficient and engaging way.
This book aims to take users from scratch to having a solid base in German within six months, and to feel comfortable with the language in as little as three months. In only half an hour a day users will move ahead naturally until they are at ease with all the basic structures needed for communication and become familiar with the basic words and grammar of German. The method comprises two phases: the passive phase, in which users simply repeat what they hear and read, and the active phase, in which users begin to create sentences and imagine themselves in a variety of everyday situations.
Unlike your average A-to-Z German/English dictionary, Mastering German Vocabulary presents more than 5,000 words in 41 separate categories. This arrangement allows students to understand the relationships of various words. Categories cover the human body, health and medicine, sports, culture and religion, and dozens of other subjects. Engaging example sentences help illustrate the meanings of words and also inform readers on idiomatic expressions, grammatical exceptions, and cultural and geographical information. English-speaking readers will find help in translating those German words and phrases that may be too specialized to be found in ordinary alphabetically arranged bilingual dictionaries. Engaging line art illustrations, charts, and a comprehensive alphabetical word index enhances this volume's usefulness. A fine school supplement for language teachers, students, and language labs, and an aid for anyone who must sometimes get information from German journals and other publications.
German Quickly: A Grammar for Reading German is a thorough, straightforward textbook with a sense of fun. It teaches the fundamentals for reading German literary and scholarly texts of all levels of difficulty. It can be used as an introductory text for scholars with no background in German, or it can serve as a reference text for students wishing to review German. The grammar explanations are detailed and clear, addressing common problems students encounter while learning to read German. This book includes thought-provoking and entertaining reading selections consisting mainly of aphorisms and proverbs. There are also twelve appendices, including a summary of German grammar, descriptions of German dictionaries, a partial answer key, strategies for learning German, and a humanities vocabulary section of about 3,800 words.
Millions of people learn German but only a very small percentage of learners can actually speak it fluently. Why is that? People in general are quick to point out that some are naturally built more than others to learn German and other languages. This is not necessarily true, however, since we have all come to learn and speak our native language fluently. If you find yourself overwhelmed trying to memorize thousands of German grammar rules and vocabulary words or struggling to speak German with native speakers, try this book! This is not a basic German for beginners textbook designed to teach German but a book that will teach you how to learn German the smart way and get you to fluency faster using highly effective language learning methods and techniques. There exists hundreds of German language coursebooks, German short stories books, and basic German for beginners textbooks, but without smart language learning techniques and strategies, you are likely to forget what you have studied and reviewed and especially during a conversation. There exists an easier and more fun way to build your overall German language ability. In How to Get Really Good at German, discover how you can easily conquer German language learning using highly effective methods and strategies used by polyglots (language learning experts). These methods and techniques can even be used to learn German grammar, phrases, and vocabulary from TV shows, videos, music, and video games. Learn German smarter and faster starting today!
Learn German with Stories - A modern approach to learning German in a fun and interactive way! Learning a new language can be extremely difficult. Especially one that seems so challenging. With its complex grammar rules and strange sounds, it can discourage anyone willing to give the German language a try. On top of that, today's society has made tight schedules a part of everyone's lives. Taking a German class might just not be possible for some of us. Still, there's no need to worry! In my opinion, the best way to learn any language is by reading or listening to stories. This book offers you exactly that. A modern, structured and fun approach where you can develop your German-speaking skill. The German language has become extremely valued in the modern era. Being able to have a conversation in German can earn you a lot of praise and really set you apart from the rest of the crowd. Inside this book, you can discover: - 10 unique German short stories each linked to one another - Captivating and easy to follow adventures - An advanced German vocabulary which will help you take your German-speaking skills to the next level - Short questions for an improved text-comprehension - A short summary after each story which helps you understand the narrative even better Every skill takes time to master, learning German is no exception. However, you can reduce the learning curve by taking the right approach. By immersing yourself in these stories you not only get more familiarised with common German expressions, but you get to do it in an entertaining and enjoyable way. If you want to improve your German in only a few minutes a day, then scroll up Order Now!
German Short Stories – This Includes 3 Manuscripts in 1: Learn German with Stories, the Entire Set from Beginner to Advanced! Learning a new language can be extremely difficult. Especially one that seems so challenging. With its complex grammar rules and strange sounds, it can discourage anyone willing to give the German language a try. On top of that, today’s society has made tight schedules a part of everyone’s lives. Taking a German class might just not be possible for some of us. Still, there’s no need to worry! In my opinion, the best way to learn any language is by reading or listening to stories. This book contains 3 manuscripts with 3 difficulty levels: beginner, intermediate and advanced. This offers you the chance to develop your German-speaking skills to an expert level, in your own pace. The German language has become extremely valued in the modern era. Being able to have a conversation in German can earn you a lot of praise and really set you apart from the rest of the crowd. Inside this book, you can discover: - 11 German stories for beginners, 12 German stories for intermediates, 10 German stories for advanced - A German-English vocabulary after each story - Short questions for an improved text-comprehension - Common words you can actually use in day-to-day conversations - An entire chapter dedicated to essential words (numbers, days, months, etc.) - An entire chapter dedicated to phrases and expression you can use in various everyday situations - A short lesson after each beginner story which puts the entire story in perspective and helps you follow its content much easier - A secret lesson after each intermediate story witch you can use to improve your life - A summary after each advanced story which helps you understand the narrative even better Every skill takes time to master, learning German is no exception. However, you can reduce the learning curve by taking the right approach. By immersing yourself in these stories you not only get more familiarised with common German expressions, but you get to do it in an entertaining and enjoyable way. If you want to improve your German in only a few minutes a day, then scroll up and Order now!
