Spanish DeMYSTiFieD, Second Edition

Spanish DeMYSTiFieD, Second Edition
Author: Jenny Petrow
Publisher: McGraw Hill Professional
Total Pages: 480
Release: 2011-06-10
Genre: Foreign Language Study
ISBN: 0071755918

A fast and painless way to learn Spanish--now with all new quiz and test questions and a companion 75-minute audio download Spanish DeMYSTiFieD takes the mystery and menace out of learning Spanish by walking you step-by-step through the fundamentals of the language. The book lets you work at your own pace and arms you with the essentials of Spanish grammar in an unintimidating format. You will be able to: Understand basic grammar structures and verb tenses Pronounce Spanish words correctly Build a Spanish vocabulary Communicate with confidence Inside you will find: Hundreds of brand-new quiz and test questions with answer keys, similar to those used in standardized scholastic exams Chapter-opening objectives that give you insight into what you are going to learn in each step Questions at the end of every chapter that reinforce your learning and pinpoint your weaknesses "Still Struggling?" icons that offer specific recommendations for those difficult subtopics

Spanish Demystified, Premium 3rd Edition

Spanish Demystified, Premium 3rd Edition
Author: Jenny Petrow
Publisher: McGraw Hill Professional
Total Pages: 480
Release: 2016-09-02
Genre: Foreign Language Study
ISBN: 125983686X

Publisher's Note: Products purchased from Third Party sellers are not guaranteed by the publisher for quality, authenticity, or access to any online entitlements included with the product. Say adios to your fears of learning Spanish with the updated premium edition of this fast, painless guide The updated third edition of Spanish DeMYSTiFieD provides you with the comprehensive, step-by-step educational experience that has made the DeMYSTiFieD language series such a success. This established, unintimidating approach to speaking, reading, and writing a new language takes the mystery and menace out of the learning process, whether in class or at home. Hundreds of quiz and test questions, chapter-opening objectives, and specific recommendations for difficult subtopics and individual weaknesses help you learn basic grammar structures and verb tenses, pronunciation, essential vocabulary, and how to communicate with confidence. In addition to DeMYSTiFieD’s time-tested strategies, this edition features 90 minutes of streaming audio recordings and chapter review quizzes via the unique McGraw-Hill Language Lab app, so you can enhance your study via mobile or online, at home or on the go.

German Conversation Demystified

German Conversation Demystified
Author: Ed Swick
Publisher: McGraw Hill Professional
Total Pages: 256
Release: 2009-12-23
Genre: Travel
ISBN: 0071629173

Unlock the riddle of speaking and interacting in German German Demystified provides you with a solid foundation for building conversation skills in that language. You can go at your own pace as you are guided through the fundamentals of communicating in German. Organized around everyday themes such as meeting people, making plans, and talking on the phone each chapter features an in-depth dialog presented both in the book and on the audio, coverage of essential communication skills (such as asking a question or making comparisons), review of key grammar points, and written and verbal activities to reinforce new communication skills.

Spanish Demystified

Spanish Demystified
Author: Jenny Petrow
Publisher: McGraw Hill Professional
Total Pages: 495
Release: 2007-07-06
Genre: Foreign Language Study
ISBN: 0071596550

Start speaking Spanish faster than you can say, ¿cómo se dice? Want to learn to speak Spanish but need to consult a dictionary just to find el baño? No problema! With Spanish Demystified you'll develop language skills so quickly you'll be saying hasta la vista to your phrasebook in no time. Beginning with everyday Spanish expressions and a review of basic Spanish pronunciation, this book covers key grammar fundamentals such as common verb tenses, nouns, pronouns, and gender. Step by step, you'll build your Spanish vocabulary with essential words, idioms, and phrases and quickly master this versatile language. Test yourself at the end of every chapter for reinforcement that you're fast on your way to speaking, writing, and understanding Spanish. This fast and easy guide features: Clear grammatical explanations that illustrate how the language works Numerous examples that place new vocabulary in practical context Helpful writing and speaking exercises that bring the Spanish language to life Coverage of everyday topics and conversational expressions Quizzes at the end of each chapter that reinforce new language skills Simple enough for a beginner but challenging enough for a more advanced student, Spanish Demystified is your shortcut to mastering this popular language.

French Conversation Demystified

French Conversation Demystified
Author: Eliane Kurbegov
Publisher: McGraw Hill Professional
Total Pages: 288
Release: 2010-06-22
Genre: Foreign Language Study
ISBN: 0071743316

Unravel the mystery of speaking in French! Need a straightforward approach for fast and painless mastery of French speaking and comprehension skills? This easy-to-use guide from the popular Demystified series takes the mystery and menace out of speaking and understanding French by walking you step-by-step through the fundamentals of communicating in the language. French Conversation Demystified lets you work at your own pace and arms you with the essentials of communicating in French in an unintimidating format. Organized around everyday scenarios such as meeting people, talking about yourself, and eating out, each chapter features: An in-depth dialog presented both in the book and on the audio. Coverage of essential communication skills (such as asking a question or making comparisons). Review of key grammar points. Written and verbal activities to reinforce new communication skills. Each chapter concludes with a written and audio quiz that allows you to track your progress, and a comprehensive final exam at the end of the book gives instant feedback on new language skills.

Italian Conversation DeMYSTiFied

Italian Conversation DeMYSTiFied
Author: Beth Bartolini-Salimbeni
Publisher: McGraw Hill Professional
Total Pages: 256
Release: 2010-09-28
Genre: Foreign Language Study
ISBN: 0071638962

Chat like a native Italian speaker Want to hold conversations in Italian but you can't get past Come stai? Non e un problema! With Italian Conversation Demystified you'll develop your skills so quickly you'll sound like you were born in Bologna or made your living in Milan. Beginning with common Italian phrases you already know, this book covers key topics such as going out on the town, talking on the phone, asking for directions, and making future plans. Step by step, you'll build your Italian conversation skills and--in no time--you will learn how to talk about the past and future, express opinions, ask for advice, make small talk, and such more. To help you on your way, the accompanying audio CDs feature two-and-half hours of conversations performed by native speakers and interactive practice exercises and quizzes. This fast and easy guide features: In-depth dialogues presented both in the book and on the audio Audio practice exercises that get you speaking immediately Step-by-step guidance through the fundamentals of communicating in Italian Coverage of essential conversational skills such as asking a question or making comparisons Quizzes at the end of each chapter that reinforce new communication skills So when you are ready to graduate from simple questions to having full discussions with Italian speakers, Italian Conversation Demystified is your shortcut to mastering this popular language.

German DeMYSTiFieD, Second Edition

German DeMYSTiFieD, Second Edition
Author: Ed Swick
Publisher: McGraw Hill Professional
Total Pages: 451
Release: 2011-06-10
Genre: Foreign Language Study
ISBN: 007175587X

Lick your language problems with DeMYSTiFieD! Want to get the most out of German but don't know where to start? No problem! German DeMYSTiFieD, Second Edition takes the angst out of learning the language. Written in a step-by-step format, this practical guide provides a firm foundation in German-language basics. You’ll move on to mastering subjects such as using verbs, asking questions, telling time, counting, and more. Detailed examples and concise explanations make it easy to understand the material, and end-of-chapter quizzes and a final exam help reinforce learning. It's a no brainer. You'll learn: The German Alphabet Special Characters Definite Articles Conjugations Pronouns And more Topics include: German Prounuciation, People and Names, Asking Questions, Describing People and Things, Indicting Possession, Actions in the Present, Irregularties in Present Tense Verbs, Talking About Location, Talking Abut the Past, Time and Calendar, More Talking About the Past, Important Details, Talking About the Future, Review of Verbs Tenses, Linking Ideas Together, Comparing Things, Using Commands, Using the Passive Voice, Using the Subjunctive Mood, Expressing Wishes and Conditions

Public Speaking and Presentations Demystified

Public Speaking and Presentations Demystified
Author: Melody Templeton
Publisher: McGraw Hill Professional
Total Pages: 272
Release: 2010-01-07
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN: 0071601228

Take the mystery out of effective, fear-free public speaking This latest book in the Demystified series takes theconfusion out of preparing for and delivering speechesand presentations. Public Speaking and PresentationsDemystified walks you step-by-step through the fundamentalsof the subject and provides you withtechniques for effective speaking, avoiding commonerrors, and overcoming stage fright. With these skills,you will feel confident in business and social situationswhen you find yourself in the spotlight.

Italian DeMYSTiFieD, Second Edition

Italian DeMYSTiFieD, Second Edition
Author: Marcel Danesi
Publisher: McGraw Hill Professional
Total Pages: 498
Release: 2011-06-10
Genre: Foreign Language Study
ISBN: 0071756000

Lick your Italian-language problems with DeMYSTiFieD! Want to get into Italian but don't know where to start? No problem! Italian DeMYSTiFieD, Second Edition will help you say arrivederci to your fears of learning a new language. Written in a step-by-step format, this practical guide provides a firm foundation in Italian-language basics. You’ll move on to mastering subjects such as using verbs, asking questions, telling time, counting, and more. Detailed examples and concise explanations make it easy to understand the material, and end-of-chapter quizzes and a final exam help reinforce learning. It's a no brainer. You'll learn: Italian Pronunciation Special Characters Verb usage Conjugations Pronouns And more Topics include: Italian Pronunciation and Spelling, Meeting and Greeting People, Asking Questions, Describing People and Things, Expressing Likes and Dislikes, Eating and Drinking, Telling Time, Expressing Dates, Talking About the Weather, Giving Commands, Using Reflexive Verbs, Using the Present Perfect Tense, Using the Imperfect Tense, Using the Pluperfect and Past Absolute Tenses, Talking About the Human Body, Talking About the Future, Using the Conditional Tense, Using Object Pronouns, Using Double and Attached Object Pronouns, Making Comparisons

Italian Conversation DeMYSTiFied

Italian Conversation DeMYSTiFied
Author: Beth Bartolini-Salimbeni
Publisher: McGraw Hill Professional
Total Pages: 256
Release: 2010-10-19
Genre: Foreign Language Study
ISBN: 0071815279

Chat like a native Italian speaker Want to hold conversations in Italian but you can't get past Come stai? Non e un problema! With Italian Conversation Demystified you'll develop your skills so quickly you'll sound like you were born in Bologna or made your living in Milan. Beginning with common Italian phrases you already know, this book covers key topics such as going out on the town, talking on the phone, asking for directions, and making future plans. Step by step, you'll build your Italian conversation skills and--in no time--you will learn how to talk about the past and future, express opinions, ask for advice, make small talk, and such more. To help you on your way, the accompanying audio CDs feature two-and-half hours of conversations performed by native speakers and interactive practice exercises and quizzes. This fast and easy guide features: In-depth dialogues presented both in the book and on the audio Audio practice exercises that get you speaking immediately Step-by-step guidance through the fundamentals of communicating in Italian Coverage of essential conversational skills such as asking a question or making comparisons Quizzes at the end of each chapter that reinforce new communication skills So when you are ready to graduate from simple questions to having full discussions with Italian speakers, Italian Conversation Demystified is your shortcut to mastering this popular language.