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Egyptian Arabic Phrasebook (Paperback)

by Siona Jenkins (Author)

4.5 out of 5 stars See all reviews (13 customer reviews)

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"...Lonely Planet phrase books have long taken a hip, streetwise approach." -- Atlanta Journal-Constitution, May 27, 2004

"Lonely Planet Phrasebooks. Portable, pocket-size, cheap, and available for almost any country you might want to visit..." -- National Geographic Traveler, September 2006

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'Lonely Planet Phrasebooks. Portable, pocket-size, cheap, and available for almost any country you might want to visit...'

Product Description

Whether traversing the Nile or exploring Cairo’s labyrinthine alleyways, delve beneath the surface and discover the intriguing language and culture of Egypt. Confidently converse in Egyptian Arabic and ensure you don’t miss out on the friendliness and humour for which Egyptians are famous. Enhance your travels through this enticing country!

key to deciphering hieroglyphs
essential phrases for sightseeing, architecture & bargaining
comprehensive sections on diving, trekking & sport
everything from smoking a sheesha to sha'bi music
mouthwatering range of traditional cuisine
easy pronunciation throughout
cultural tips & essential etiquette

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Product Details

Paperback: 288 pages
Publisher: Lonely Planet; 2 edition (August 1, 2001)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 1864501839
ISBN-13: 978-1864501834
Product Dimensions: 5.5 x 3.6 x 0.4 inches
Shipping Weight: 2.4 ounces

Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars See all reviews (13 customer reviews)

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5.0 out of 5 stars Strange that a traveler's phasebook surpasses textbooks, November 17, 2002

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I lived in Egypt for nine months, studying Arabic intensively. I have bought probably twenty or so textbooks and phrasebooks on Arabic, both Standard and Colloquial Egyptian. Briefly, let me provide an overview of this book's strong and weak points:
1. Excellent for someone who is genuinely interested in Egyptian Arabic, but perhaps too much for a week-long interest.
2. Excellent vocabulary resource with a variety of subjects. I always used it as my first reference in everyday conversation. As far as I know, no one has written such a comprehensive yet approachable book for Egyptian Arabic.
3. Weak on teaching Egyptian Arabic grammar. It gives an overview. If you have already had an introduction, you will be able to extrapolate grammar through common sense but this book does not explicitly break down sentence structure or conjugation.

I gave this book five stars, despite its weaknesses, because it far superior to other Egyptian Arabic books-text books or phrase books. If you go to Egypt, enjoy it because it is a first-class adventure.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent Arabic Phrasebook!, September 5, 2005

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This is one of the most thorough, and easy to use Arabic phrasebooks I have ever used. Covers traveler's issues (tickets, directions, hotels, etc), but also includes food/eating, health/emergencies, entertainment, general conversation, and other everyday topics as well. I highly recommend this book for anyone who will be visiting or living in Arabic-speaking parts of the world. Great for students of Arabic as well.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Too good to be just a phrasebook!!!, December 21, 2004

By	Leonardo Vieira "Leo" (Sao Paulo, SP Brazil) - See all my reviews

Perfect for those really interested in Egyptian Arabic!
Few grammar, but it's a prasebook. Great variety of subjects and very good vocabulary.
I also have Colloquial Arabic of Egypt they make a perfect couple!

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4.0 out of 5 stars Contains the most necessary
This book is very useful and has the most important grammar and vocabulary in the Egyptian Arabic language. Read more

Published 6 months ago by M. Opberget

1.0 out of 5 stars didn't really need it
got the regular lonely planet egypt book - that was good enough. i didn't really use this book during the trip. Read more

Published 14 months ago by George Zhao

5.0 out of 5 stars Essential for Learners of Egyptian Arabic
I have all but worn this book out. While it's dictionary isn't exhaustive by any means, it has an ample amount of key words. Read more

Published 15 months ago by noel green

5.0 out of 5 stars Egyptian Phrasebook a Lifesaver!
I ordered this book 2 years ago just before going to visit my in-laws. My Arabic is still not to the point where I can hold a decent conversation, but thankfully some of the... Read more

Published 23 months ago by Domestic Diva

5.0 out of 5 stars Easy way to learn beginning Arabic
I love this book! For those who are more visually oriented than phonetically inclined, this is a life saver. Makes Arabic easy and fun.

Published on July 10, 2007 by John

4.0 out of 5 stars Lonely Planet Egyptian Arabic
This is a very well thought out and nicely organized book. Any student of Egyptian Arabic will like this phrasebook, and the illustrations inside of the book offer casual... Read more

Published on March 22, 2007 by Horace J. Wright

4.0 out of 5 stars Lonely Planet Egyptian Arabic Phrasebook

An excellent and handy little book that is easy to carry and contains a lot of very useful information especially when one is at a loss for a phrase or a word. Read more

Published on November 3, 2006 by Colin C. J. Angliker MD

5.0 out of 5 stars Egyptian-Arabic This Book is a Must !!!!
This book is outstanding! It gives you everything that you will need. One thing I would advise is to couple it with something audible because the Egyptian language is very... Read more

Published on August 19, 2006 by Sandy

5.0 out of 5 stars Don't Go To Egypt Without This!!!!
I love this book!!! When in Egypt this June, I used it to my heart's content. Thanks to this book, I have learned very much in speaking the Arabic language. Read more

Published on June 26, 2006 by Jonathan

5.0 out of 5 stars A book with a dual role
This little book and its brother for Farsi are well worth the modest price. For self-study these books not only provide good access to phrases (with valuable commentary) but also... Read more

Published on August 24, 2005 by John L. Ragle

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