Master Malay quickly with a practical, classroom-friendly guide.
This revised edition presents clear rules for pronunciation, romanisation, and core grammar, helping beginners build a solid foundation in Malay. The book blends explanations with step-by-step lessons and ample examples, making it suitable for self-study or classroom use.
Inside you'll find a structured approach to learning Malay from the ground up. Topics include how the language is written, the sounds of vowels and consonants, and how to form phrases using verbs, nouns, and pronouns. Practical notes on open and closed syllables, stress patterns, and typical pronunciation challenges help you speak more accurately and confidently.
Ideal for readers starting Malay or brushing up skills for travel, study, or work.
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Excerpt from A Practical Malay Grammar
This work, as its name implies, is intended as a practical aid to English-speaking people in their efforts to acquire a knowledge of the Malay language.
People naturally find it easier to grasp a new language if its grammatical construction is explained as far as possible in the same phraseology and on the same lines as they have been accustomed to in learning their own and other languages. This grammar has therefore been arranged mainly on the usual plan of the grammars of European languages, and all philological investigations and scientific theories of the language have been intentionally avoided, as being beyond the scope of a "Practical Grammar."
By means of a progressive series of exercises, the attention of the student is directed chiefly towards the construction of Malay sentences. The advantage of this plan will be recognised when it is remembered that the chief object which most learners have in view is not to read Malay books, but to form sentences and to speak the language. Th exercises should of course be written without any other assistance than the vocabulary which accompanies each lesson, and the mistakes made should then be corrected by comparison with the Key, which will be found on page 68 and the following pages. A short series of Reading Exercises are given at the end of the Grammar, but they are intended as examples of Malay construction rather than for practice in reading.
It is perhaps as well to caution the student at the outset against those corruptions of the language which have come into use to a great extent among the mixed populations of the large towns.
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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book serves as a comprehensive guide for English speakers venturing into the Malay language. It adopts a structured approach, mirroring the familiar grammatical framework of European languages, making it accessible to those with prior language learning experience. The author skillfully avoids delving into complex philological discussions, focusing instead on the practical aspects of sentence construction and spoken communication. Through a series of progressive exercises, readers are gradually introduced to the intricacies of Malay grammar. Vocabulary lists accompany each lesson, and a key is provided for self-evaluation, allowing learners to track their progress and rectify any errors. The author thoughtfully cautions against common language corruptions prevalent in urban areas, ensuring that learners acquire an authentic understanding of the language. The book delves into various grammatical components, including articles, nouns, adjectives, pronouns, adverbs, prepositions, conjunctions, numerals, and the nuances of verb usage. It explores the unique features of the Malay language, such as the formation of the plural, the use of classifiers, and the expression of gender and comparison. By embracing a practical and learner-centered approach, this book empowers readers to confidently navigate the Malay language, fostering effective communication and cultural understanding. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781330335222_0
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