Speak Italian

This quirky handbook of Italian gestures, first published in 1958 by renowned Milanese artist and graphic designer Bruno Munari, will help the phalange-phobic decipher the unspoken language of gestures--a language not found in any dictionary. Photos.

An English/Italian language booklet, teaching beginners how to speak Italian using only 35 words. Created by Peter and Helena Roberts, this booklet teaches the same key 35 words needed to get by for the absolute beginner in any language. 'I want something', ""I want to buy something,"" ""I need to find somewhere,"" ""Thank you."" This book not only teaches this core vocabulary, but shows how it fits together to create quite effective grammatical phrases. Despite the apparent simplicity of the concept, the authors spent several visits in Italy, travelling through the cities and countryside, ensuring that these simple phrases were all that was needed for people to learn, use, and have a great holiday.

Olá! From ordering vinho verde in the Douro Valley to making new friends in Lisbon, it helps to speak some of the native tongue in Portugal. Rick Steves offers well-tested Portuguese words and phrases that come in handy in a variety of situations. Inside you'll find: Key phrases for use in everyday circumstances, complete with phonetic spelling An English-Portuguese and Portuguese-English dictionary Tips for small talk and local lingo with Rick's signature sense of humor A tear-out cheat sheet for continued language practice as you relax on the beach (no internet connection required!) Informative, concise, and practical, Rick Steves Portuguese Phrase Book & Dictionary is an essential item for any traveler's pocket.

Reprint of the original, first published in 1856.

You don't need words to speak Italian! All you really need is this unique "phrase book" of Italian body language. It's the fastest, and funniest, way to learn Italian ever published. Now, even if you don't know a single word of Italian, you can learn the most common greetings, dining small talk, bargaining tricks, hot vows of love, vicious threats and blood curdling curses. This book shows you how. There's no faster or funnier way to learn how to communicate in Italian. You don't need words to speak Italian! You don't have to study Italian or travel to Italy to communicate like a true paesano. All you really need is this unique "phrase book" of Italian body language. It's the fastest, and funniest, way to learn Italian ever published. Now, even if you don't know a single word of Italian, you can learn the most common greetings, dining small talk, bargaining tricks, hot vows of love, vicious threats and blood curdling curses. This book shows you how. There's no faster or funnier way to learn how to communicate in Italy, Italian restaurants, with your grandparents or your friends.

Learn to speak Italian like a native? Easy. Italian All-in-One For Dummies appeals to those readers looking for a comprehensive, all-encompassing guide to mastering the Italian language. It contains content from all For Dummies Italian language instruction titles, including Italian For Dummies, Intermediate Italian For Dummies, Italian Verbs For Dummies, Italian Phrases For Dummies, Italian Grammar For Dummies, and Italian For Dummies Audio Set. Offers readers interested in learning Italian a valuable reference to all aspects of this popular language The content appeals to students, travelers, and businesspeople who visit Italian-speaking countries An online companion site allows you to download audio tracks allows for more practice opportunities, as well as additional content empowering you to speak Italian like a native Whether you're a pure beginner or have some familiarity with the language, Italian All-in-One For Dummies, with downloadable audio practice online, is your ticket to speaking, and writing, Italian.