Schaum's Outline of Spanish Vocabulary [Paperback]

Conrad J. Schmitt (Author)

Book Description

ISBN-10: 0070572275 | ISBN-13: 978-0070572270 | Publication Date: November 1, 1996 | Edition: 2nd

In addition to vocabulary that permits effective communication about everyday topics, students will find this guide provides, in extensive footnotes, the most common ways of saying things. It also tells readers the appropriate word to choose in different Spanish-speaking countries! This book emphasizes fine distinctions between synonyms, too. An extensive glossary of the key words introduced and a special listing of foods help make this study guide an indispensable reference tool.

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Language Notes

Text: English, Spanish

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Product Details

• Paperback: 352 pages
• Publisher: McGraw-Hill; 2nd edition (November 1, 1996)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0070572275
• ISBN-13: 978-0070572270
• Product Dimensions: 10.6 x 8.1 x 0.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 3.2 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 4.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (5 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #643,248 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

Conrad Schmitt (Rumson, NJ) is the former editor in chief of foreign languages, ESL, and bilingual publishing for McGraw-Hill.

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24 of 25 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Indispensible resource for studying Spanish, September 27, 2001

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Rocco B. Rubino "Rocco R." (Ohio) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Schaum's Outline of Spanish Vocabulary (Paperback)

I had 4 years of high school Spanish back in the 1970's, and I recently made the decision to brush up on what I have learned in an effort to further my studies, with the goal of becomming fluent.

I have examined a number of resources in order to determine the most efficient and logical way to build a vocabulary. None of these has come close to Shaum's Outline of Spanish Vocabulary.

The book is divided into chapters that provide vocabulary for everyday usage, as well as in what appropriate context to use each word.

If you are serious about learning Spanish, and are highly self-motivated, this book will put you well on your way to mastering this lovely language. Thanks to this book, and Schaums Outline of Spanish Grammar, I fully expect to be at an intemediate level in Spanish within six months.

A must have whether you are studying independently, or as part of a class.

15 of 15 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Excelente- me parece muy bueno para los estudiantes, March 2, 2003

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Marianopolita2005 - See all my reviews

This review is from: Schaum's Outline of Spanish Vocabulary (Paperback)

This is a wonderful workbook for Intermediate level Spanish students who wish to instantly build their vocabulary. The learning approach is thematic, meaning each chapter focuses on vocabulary pertinent to a theme such as: At the airport (En el aeropuerto), On the airplane (En el avión) or At the train station (En la estación de ferrocarril) to name a few. The book provides ample practice exercises, with an answer key at the back of the book and what I found really valuable was each chapter has a mini paragraph about the theme in question that incorporates the vocabulary taught in the lesson. The workbook will definitely help the student to expand his/ her vocabulary because the chapters encompass everyday themes thus detailing everyday vocabulary. I feel it's more for an Intermediate level student because one would have to have a solid base to benefit from the new material presented in the chapters without feeling frustrated and also have beyond beginner reading and comprehension skills. This is a good supplementary study aid to classroom lessons or independent study.

7 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent Resource Material, November 13, 2006

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Veronica (Jamaica) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Schaum's Outline of Spanish Vocabulary (Paperback)

The content and structure of the each lesson presented in this book are superb. Answers to all exercises are also presented at the back of the book and this is excellent for students and independent learners who desire to test their understanding of the the materials presented upon completion of the excercises. This book is just great both learning and revision whether you are in school or just an independent learner.

It not just a list of words, the book provides the context within which the words are used, present them in a way that enhances memorization and correct usage of the various words, provides information on word usage to convey similiar ideas in different parts of the spanish speaking world (constant reminder that there are some differences in in common words usage in some Latin American countries and Spain. The listing of the vocabulary is given at the ends of each excercise.

This book is just excellent and a must have for spanish students!!!