Mongolian-English, English-Mongolian Dictionary and Phrasebook.

Hippocrene Books. 3?"x7?". 200 pages. 3,500 entries. This practical and concise language guide for English-speaking travelers to Mongolia allows one to navigate with ease and confidence through what might otherwise prove to be a daunting linguistic and cultural experience. Mongolian language vocabulary and phrases are given in both the Roman alphabet and the Mongolian Cyrillic script, enabling the user to pronounce words easily while becoming familiar with the script. An introduction to the language and grammar gives clear, non-technical explanations with examples of usage, providing an excellent introduction to the Mongolian language alphabet and sound system. A 2,000-word Mongolian-English and English-Mongolian language dictionary offers essential vocabulary. The extensive phrasebook contains twelve topical chapters dealing with real life situations that a traveler may encounter: at a hotel, at the marketplace, food and drink, entertainment, traveling within Mongolia, etc. Helpful hints.