Berlitz Czech Phrase Book and Dictionary

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• ISBN13: 9782831508696
• ISBN10: 283150869X
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 1993-05-01
• Publisher: Berlitz

Summary

Part language instructor, part tour guide, the world-renowned Berlitz Phrase Book series has been the ideal companion guide for millions of travelers worldwide. Providing a wealth of essential information and practical tips, this popular series, redesigned and updated, is primed for a new generation of foreign country visitors. With over 1,200 useful phrases and expressions and over 2,300 words covering just about any situation a traveler is likely to encounter, Berlitz Phrase Books remain the unparalleled market leader. Completely redesigned for greater ease of use, Berlitz Phrase Books provide: -- A new "essentials" section, offering the most basic vocabulary for quick reference -- Expanded cultural tips, including sites to visit, places to dine, and faux pas to avoid -- Easier-to-read single columns -- Contemporary icons and illustrations -- Up-to-date language to reflect the changes in banking, entertainment, media, and technology -- Over 1,200 useful phrases and over 2,300 words -- A unique color-coding system -- An easy-to-read pronunciation guide -- A dictionary with more than 3,500 words to fit any situation -- A manageable, portable size

Table of Contents

Pronunciation	p. 6
Basic Expressions	p. 10
Greetings/Apologies	p. 10
Communication difficulties	p. 11
Questions	p. 12
Where?	p. 12
When?	p. 13
What sort of ...?	p. 14
How much/many?	p. 15
Why?	p. 15
Who?/Which?/Whose?	p. 16
How?	p. 17
Is it ...?/Are there ...?	p. 17
Can/May?	p. 18
What do you want?	p. 18
Other useful words	p. 19
Exclamations	p. 19
Accommodations	p. 20
Reservations	p. 21
Reception	p. 22
Problems	p. 25
Requirements	p. 26
Renting	p. 28
Youth hostel	p. 29
Camping	p. 30
Checking out	p. 32
Eating Out	p. 33
Restaurants	p. 33
Czech cuisine	p. 34
Finding a place to eat	p. 35
Reserving a table	p. 36
Ordering	p. 37
Fast food/Cafe	p. 40
Complaints	p. 41
Paying	p. 42
Course by course	p. 43
Breakfast	p. 43
Appetizers/Starters	p. 43
Soups/Egg dishes	p. 44
Fish/seafood	p. 45
Dumplings	p. 45
Meat and poultry	p. 46
Vegetables/Salad	p. 47
Cheese/Dessert	p. 48
Fruit	p. 49
Drinks	p. 49
Menu Reader	p. 52
Travel	p. 65
Safety	p. 65
Arrival	p. 66
Plane	p. 68
Train	p. 72
Long-distance bus [Coach]	p. 78
Bus/Streetcar [Tram]	p. 78
Subway [Metro]	p. 80
Boats	p. 81
Bicycle/Motorbike	p. 83
Hitchhiking	p. 83
Taxi/Cab	p. 84
Car/Automobile	p. 85
Car rental	p. 86
Gas [Petrol] Station	p. 87
Breakdown	p. 88
Accidents	p. 92
Asking directions	p. 94
Road signs	p. 96
Sightseeing	p. 97
Tourist information	p. 97
Excursions	p. 98
Sights	p. 99
Admission	p. 100
Impressions	p. 101
Tourist glossary	p. 102
Who?/What?/When?	p. 104
In the countryside	p. 106
Leisure	p. 108
Events	p. 108
Tickets	p. 109
Movies [Cinema]	p. 110
Theater	p. 110
Opera/Ballet/Dance	p. 111
Music/Concerts	p. 111
Nightlife	p. 112
Children	p. 113
Sports	p. 114
Swimming	p. 116
Skiing	p. 117
Making friends	p. 118
Stores & Services	p. 129
Opening hours	p. 132
Service	p. 133
Paying	p. 136
Complaints	p. 137
Repairs/Cleaning	p. 137
Bank/Currency exchange	p. 138
Pharmacy	p. 140
Clothing	p. 143
Health and beauty	p. 147
Household articles	p. 148
Jeweler	p. 149
Newsstand [Newsagent]/Tobacconist	p. 150
Photography	p. 151
Post office	p. 152
Souvenirs/Gifts	p. 154
Supermarket/Minimart	p. 156
Police	p. 159
Lost property/Theft	p. 160
Health	p. 161
Doctor (general)	p. 161
Accident and injury	p. 162
Symptoms/Conditions	p. 163
Doctor's inquiries	p. 164
Parts of the body	p. 166
Gynecologist	p. 167
Hospital	p. 167
Optician	p. 167
Dentist	p. 168
Payment and insurance	p. 168
English-Czech dictionary & index	p. 169
Czech-English dictionary	p. 202
Reference	p. 216
Numbers	p. 216
Days/Months/Dates	p. 218
Greetings	p. 219
Public holidays	p. 219
Time	p. 220
Map	p. 222
Quick reference	p. 224
Emergency	p. 224
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