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Synopsis
Tunisian Arabic is a beautiful and fascinating variety of Arabic, with its unique grammatical idiosyncrasies and an eclectic vocabulary. A great number of words have been borrowed from French and Berber, making Tunisian Arabic one of the more difficult dialects for speakers of other varieties of Arabic to understand. Tunisian Colloquial Arabic Vocabulary provides a window into the everyday speech of Tunisians, giving you the advantage in understanding real Arabic as it spoken by native speakers.
Develop listening skills and accurate pronunciation using the free, downloadable MP3s.
Suitable for beginners and more advanced learners, Tunisian Colloquial Arabic Vocabulary begins with detailed pronunciation and grammar guides, followed by over 4,500 vocabulary items (words, phrases, and example sentences) in authentic Tunisian Colloquial Arabic, organized into 57 thematic categories to help you build connections and expand your vocabulary quickly.
Each item appears in Arabic script, phonetic transliteration, and English translation in a carefully designed layout that allows you to reinforce your memory by covering columns and testing yourself.
Alphabetical English Index for quick referencing.
Synopsis
Tunisian Colloquial Arabic Vocabulary presents over 4,500 words, phrases, and example sentences organized by topic. Unlike a dictionary, which is meant to be used as a reference, this book is a powerful and effective study tool for increasing your vocabulary for daily communication.
All items appear in a three-column layout with Arabic script (with diacritics/tashkeel), phonemic transcription (to aid in accurate pronunciation), and English translation-and often include grammar and usage notes.
An alphabetical English-Arabic index helps you locate needed words quickly.
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