Description
About the book. The Portuguese Phrasebook & Dictionary offers language support for travel in Portugal, with English as the explanatory language. Lonely Planet structures content around practical situations where a few Portuguese words can initiate a conversation. This is the fifth edition from 2023, comprising 272 pages.
Content. Content includes pronunciation, grammar, numbers, time, and other fundamental topics, followed by sections on transport, accommodation, shopping, and social interactions. The food and menu guide compiles words for dishes, ingredients, and meals. A two-way dictionary with approximately 3500 words supplements the phrases. The sample pages also explain symbol usage, content organization, and what to say when you don’t understand.
Who is this book suitable for? Suitable for travelers wishing to use European Portuguese for greetings, questions, and orders. Begin with expressions you anticipate using daily, and utilize the thematic sections for more specific needs. The book can also provide an accessible introduction to food vocabulary and culture before departure. English explanations are provided alongside pronunciation guidance, allowing for practice aloud or showing an expression as needed.
From inspiration to your own plan. Use the guide before departure to select experiences you truly desire and see them in the context of the rest of your trip. A plan with fewer stops can allow more time to become acquainted with each location. Browse with your travel companions, compare ideas, and find a balance between what you wish to achieve and what you want time to experience. Allow space for breaks and detours. A physical book is excellent to return to when discussing the next leg of the journey. Revisit an idea you have noted and let the plan evolve as you become familiar with the destination.
About the edition. English book, published 2023. 272 pages. 5th edition. ISBN 9781788680639.
