Description
About the book. Dutch Phrasebook & Dictionary brings together Dutch expressions for your trip, from a polite greeting to asking for directions. Lonely Planet gives you language support when you want to understand a bit more of everyday life and try out some words yourself. English is used as the working language, and the book suits anyone who wants phrases and a dictionary combined in a compact format.
Contents. The content is organized by topics such as transport, accommodation, shopping, food, and social encounters. You’ll find language for talking about interests and activities, as well as expressions that can be useful when asking for help. A pronunciation guide and basic information on, among other things, numbers and time support the practical phrases. A two-way dictionary with around 3,500 words lets you look up further words. The thematic chapters make it easy to start with a situation you recognize.
Who is this book suitable for? The phrasebook suits travellers who want to use English explanations to learn and look up Dutch. Before the trip, you can pick out a few common questions and get to know where to find the relevant topics. Along the way, the book can be brought out when placing an order or when you want to try speaking a little with someone you meet. The combination of word lists and ready-made phrases offers several ways into the language. It can also be used at home by anyone who likes to learn a few words before visiting a new place.
From inspiration to your own plan. Browse through the relevant chapters before departure, so you know where to find the most common situations. Choose a few expressions you’d like to try, and give yourself time to practise them. A short greeting or a simple question can be a good starting point when you meet someone. You can return to the book whenever you want to learn more words, or use it together with your travel companions to prepare the day’s activities. It’s easy to take one topic at a time and build on it at your own pace.
About the edition. English book, published 2020. 256 pages. 3rd edition. ISBN 9781786574831.
