Synopsis
Note: there is a newer edition of this book available.
The Learn Thai Alphabet Web and iPad Application is now live at www.learnthaialphabet.com.
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Whether you are heading off to Thailand for the first time, or you are a seasoned traveler and visitor to the Land of Smiles, then 'The Perfect Thai Phrasebook' is the phrasebook for you.
If you have been abroad before and sampled some of the phrases that are included in many phrasebooks, then you already realize that a lot of the information is just unnecessary; we realize that too.
Why clutter your luggage or your backpack with information that you don't, and most likely won't, ever need?
To be frank, what's the point? You're never going to need it, you're never going to say it, and all the surplus lingo is just getting in the way of you learning real-life, day-to-day language.
What you need is a well-laid out book, with all the information in a clear, concise, available and familiar manner. This is what we bring you.
With way too many bad travel experiences between them, the authors bring you The Perfect Thai Phrasebook - the one phrasebook you will need to perfect your trip to the Land of Smiles.
As a yacht Captain, Russ has visited in excess of 100 different countries and has had a number of experiences - both good and bad - from either an inability to speak the language, or just plain and simply, bad information. With a wealth of experience, he has teamed up with Duangta again to bring you their third book on making your trip and your time in Thailand, the best it can be.
The Perfect Thai Phrasebook contains no pffaf, no unusable or unnecessary phrases, just those you need to cover many of the likely situations you will encounter while in the Land of Smiles.
The contents include:
- Introduction
- Do’s and Don’ts
- Thailand, its Alphabet and Language
- The Thai Alphabet
- Politeness
- How to Use This Book
- Basic Formalities
- How to Introduce Yourself
- Making Friends
- Wish Someone Something
- Question Words
- Asking for Help and Directions
- Solving a Misunderstanding
- Determiners
- Pronouns
- Date and Time
- Numbers
- Welcome To Thailand
- Customs & Immigration
- Looking for Lodging
- Where Am I Going...and How Do I Get There?
- Getting Around the Country
- Getting Around Town
- Culinary Considerations
- Feeling a Little Parched
- Seeking Souvenirs
- I Should Have Brought More Money (Shopping)
- I Have a Question...
- Emergencies
- In Case of Just a Little Emergency (At the Pharmacy)
- The Kids Are Alright
- Let’s Go to the Movies
- Where’s the Party
- Some Toilet Talk
- Are you Traveling Alone?
- Keeping Busy (Things to See and Do)
- Life on the Wild Side
- Learn a Little
- Important Personages
- Appendix
- Verbs
- Adjectives
- Food and Cooking
- Index
- About the Authors
We think we cover most situations. But, the best thing is, the book is clearly laid out, with English translations so you can converse straight away with your Thai friends.
98% of people we interviewed say that the main factor that makes a great holiday stand out above the rest, is the people they meet - that local interaction.
With The Perfect Thai Phrasebook, this is practically guaranteed!
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À propos de l?auteur
Russ is British and a professional writer, English teacher, sailor, and scuba diving instructor. He has a BA in English Language (1st Class Honours).
Duangta is Thai and an English teacher at a Thai state school. She has a BA in English Language and an MA in Teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL).
Quest is their series on learning Thai; and, The Perfect Thai Phrasebook is the third book in that series. They have also created the Learn Thai Alphabet and Learn Thai Numbers web and iPad applications: It is web-based and works on the pc, Mac, iPad (2+), and Android (coming soon).
Available from http://www.learnthaialphabet.com.
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