Hebrew for Dummies [With CD] Contributor(s): Jacobs, Jill Suzanne (Author) |
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ISBN: 0764554891 ISBN-13: 9780764554896 Publisher: For Dummies OUR PRICE: $22.49 Product Type: Paperback - Other Formats Published: April 2003 * Not available - Not in print at this time *Annotation: Covers common expressions, conversations, and cultural notes With this guide, you can return to your roots or create new ones Want to discover how to speak Hebrew? This easy-to-understand guide explains basic grammar and usage, covering everything from the alphabet and numbers to making small talk, planning a trip, and changing money. You'll also discover the basics of Hebrew blessings and prayer, as well as the significance of the holy days. All this on the Audio CD
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Additional Information |
BISAC Categories: - Foreign Language Study | Hebrew - Foreign Language Study | Multi-language Dictionaries |
Dewey: 492.4 |
LCCN: 2003101794 |
Series: For Dummies |
Physical Information: 0.9" H x 7.3" W x 9.1" (1.15 lbs) 384 pages |
Themes: - Theometrics - Secular - Ethnic Orientation - Jewish |
Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
Publisher Description: The fun and easy way to start speaking Hebrew One of the most amazing things about Hebrew is that, in less than a century, it has gone from an ancient language of prayer and ritual spoken by a few holy men to a modern language of sunbathing, dining, going to the movies, and countless other everyday activities, spoken by millions. Modern Hebrew is a beautiful language, but for a native English speaker it can be tough wrapping your tongue around exotic expressions like "Ha'im Ayn Oogiyot?" ("What, no cookies?"). As with any language, the quickest way to master Hebrew basics is to immerse yourself in its sounds and rhythms. The next best thing to six months in Haifa, Hebrew For Dummies lets you do just that Whether you want to communicate with your Israeli cousins, understand Jewish prayers and sacred literature, impress your Jewish in-laws, or you're planning a trip to Israel, this book/audio package can help. In no time, you'll:
Each chapter of Hebrew For Dummies is organized around a specific set of activities--such as eating, traveling, shopping, and asking directions--and gives you the lowdown on all the Hebrew you'll need to get by. Topics covered include:
The enclosed audio CD let's you pick up Hebrew the easy way--through actual conversations. It features:
The fun, easy way to master basic Hebrew, this book will quickly get you on track with the language skills you need to speak and read Hebrew like a native. |