Description
About the book. The Russian Phrasebook & Dictionary compiles Russian words and expressions with English as the language of explanation. Developed by Lonely Planet, James Jenkin, and Grant Taylor, this phrasebook is designed for situations where the reader needs to understand or use short expressions. This is the seventh edition from 2018, containing 272 pages.
Content. The book covers basic language essentials, practical errands, social encounters, food, and asking for assistance. A menu guide assists in finding culinary terms, while a two-way dictionary of approximately 3,500 words allows for looking up individual terms. Short phrases, simplified expressions, and sample questions and answers supplement the cultural and etiquette tips. The cover also features a pull-out card with quick phrases.
Who is this book suitable for? For language enthusiasts and others seeking a physical reference for Russian greetings, questions, and everyday expressions. The book can be used to practice a basic vocabulary and find phrases by theme. Explanations are in English, and the edition is from 2018. The practical organization allows for selecting specific topics without reading the phrasebook from start to finish.
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 2018. 272 pages. 7th edition. ISBN 9781786574633.
