Urdu: Urdu-English, English-Urdu Dictionary & Phrasebook (Hippocrene Dictionary and Phrasebook) (Urdu Edition) [Paperback]

Nicholas Awde (Author)

Book Description

Series: Hippocrene Dictionary and Phrasebook | Publication Date: June 2003

Urdu is the national language of Pakistan, one of the official languages of India, and it is spoken in the neighbouring regions of Afghanistan, Nepal, and Bangladesh. Urdu uses a modified version of the Arabic script, but it is presented here in the roman alphabet. The two-way dictionary and the practical, travel-oriented phrasebook pertain to everything from technology to Islamic culture. You will find an introduction to the language, useful tips for travel in Pakistan, and regional cultural information to help make your stay in the Urdu-speaking world a pleasant one.

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About the Author

Nicholas Awde is a writer and regional consultant based in the Caucasus and Central Asia. Peter Maghashyan is a freelance journalist, analyst, and consultant on regional, political, and economic issues. He is based in Yerevan, Armenia.

Product Details

• Paperback: 175 pages
• Publisher: Hippocrene Books; Bilingual edition (June 2003)
• Language: Urdu
• ISBN-10: 0781809703
• ISBN-13: 978-0781809702
• Product Dimensions: 7.2 x 3.8 x 0.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 4 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 3.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (5 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #182,491 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
  • #3 in Books > Education & Reference > Dictionaries & Thesauruses > Foreign Language > Urdu
  • #11 in Books > Education & Reference > Dictionaries & Thesauruses > Foreign Language > Hindi

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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Very good book for westerners, April 11, 2008

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SKN "SKN" (McLean, VA USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Urdu: Urdu-English, English-Urdu Dictionary & Phrasebook (Hippocrene Dictionary and Phrasebook) (Urdu Edition) (Paperback)

This is a very solid book for people who don't have the time or patience to figure out Urdu script! Covers a lot of essential material. Not sure what is going on with this other reviewer because he seems to have given a positive review but only 1 star? In any case, this probably works better than the lonely planet one if you are just interested in getting by with spoken Urdu and don't have a current need for learning other languages.

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars great book, July 27, 2008

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husband (CT) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Urdu: Urdu-English, English-Urdu Dictionary & Phrasebook (Hippocrene Dictionary and Phrasebook) (Urdu Edition) (Paperback)

great book ! its romanized - no need to learn "urdu letters" , really nice for beginners (but not only) , contains: VERY basic grammar, pronunciation, alphabet, DICTIONARY UR-ENG/ENG-UR, phrasebook and little bit about culture (very intersting information!) . Small size, fits in the pocket. Highly recommended!
for REAL urdu grammar, check here ---> Urdu: An Essential Grammar (Routledge Grammars) - great!

10 of 14 people found the following review helpful:

1.0 out of 5 stars Very Comprehensive Guide, April 11, 2007

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Mr. A. Sheikh "Light Reader" (Lancashire, UK) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Urdu: Urdu-English, English-Urdu Dictionary & Phrasebook (Hippocrene Dictionary and Phrasebook) (Urdu Edition) (Paperback)

I found this phrase book a very useful tool. It is ideal for someone going abroad or working in a community setting. Also the romanized form is a good starting point for people initially learning the language.

I have purchased two of these books as gifts and both recipients have spoken highly of it.