The Complete Idiot's Guide to Learning Italian on Your Own

by Euvino, Gabrielle Ann; Alpha Development Group

• ISBN13: 9780028621258
• ISBN10: 0028621255
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 1998-05-01
• Publisher: Alpha Books

Summary

You're no idiot, of course. You know that Spaghettios aren't real Italian food, realize that America was discovered by an Italian, and even recognize Michelangelo's famous works of art. But when it comes to actually hunkering down and learning the Italian language, you feel all tongue-tied. Don't zip your lip just yet! The Complete Idiot's Guide to Learning Italian on Your Own will start you on your way to speaking Italian like a Roman--all in a fun, easy-to-use format. Feel confident about conversing with native speakers, whether you're planning a vacation, preparing for a business trip, or acting on a long-held dream to be able to communicate in la bella lingua. In this Complete Idiot's Guide, you get:

Table of Contents

Part 1: The Basics	1	(98)
1 Why You Should Study Italian	3	(8)
2 Immerse Yourself	11	(10)
3 Sound Like an Italian	21	(12)
4 You Know More Than You Think	33	(12)
5 Idiomatic Expressions for Idiots	45	(16)
6 Almost Everything You Wanted to Know About Sex	61	(14)
7 The Object and Subject of Your Desire	75	(6)
8 An Action-Packed Adventure	81	(18)
Part 2: You're Off and Running	99	(82)
9 Working the Crowd	101	(14)
10 Tell Me About Your Childhood	115	(18)
11 Finally, You're at the Airport	133	(14)
12 Moving Around	147	(18)
13 Hallelujah, You've Made It to the Hotel	165	(16)
Part 3: Fun and Games	181	(108)
14 Rain or Shine	183	(16)
15 I Can't Believe My Eyes!	199	(16)
16 Shop 'Til You Drop	215	(16)
17 Bread, Wine, and Chocolate	231	(22)
18 Shall We Dine?	253	(16)
19 Having Fun Italian Style	269	(20)
Part 4: Trouble in Paradise	289	(72)
20 You're Not Having Un Buon Giorno	291	(18)
21 Is There a Doctor in the House?	309	(12)
22 Earth to Mars: Can You Read Me?	321	(16)
23 Home Sweet Home	337	(12)
24 Money Matters	349	(12)
A Answer Key	361	(20)
B Verb Tables	381	(4)
C Glossary	385	(26)
D Map of Italy	411	(2)
Index	413