Modern Iraqi Arabic, Mp3 Files Language Course.

Includes Mp3 Files, and a 344-page text book. This is an introductory course for those with no previous knowledge of Arabic but want to learn the Iraqi dialect. It it suitable for classroom or self-study. A detailed discussion of the consonants, vowels, and other characteristics of Iraqi Arabic phonetics--including pronunciation exercises, will serve the needs of travellers, businesspeople, diplomats, archaeologists, and scholars who want to learn to speak the language quickly and efficiently. Using the dialect of middle-class Baghdad, twenty lessons are arranged in a story-like format and are based on everyday travel situations. From arriving at the airport to getting to the hotel, students will learn proper greetings and introductions; how to ask for directions, take a taxi, and tell time; and prepare for daily activities like visiting the bank, museum, post office, and restaurants. The book contains basic dialogue, grammar, vocabulary, drills, and an extensive glossary. A section of idiomatic phrases, accompanied by their cultural, religious, or proverbial explanations, offers insight into current Iraqi culture The book contains basic dialogue, grammar, vocabulary, drills, and an extensive glossary. A section of idiomatic phrases, accompanied by their cultural, religious, or proverbial explanations, offers insight into current Iraqi culture. This is a terrific course! Easy to follow and learn, programmatic, and well thought out.. NEW TO THIS EDITION: ? Arabic script has been added so the reader has a choice of following the Arabic writing or the transcription in the Roman alphabet. ? Four entirely new lessons cover medical care, media (radio, television, and journalism), telephone conversations, and cultural and folkloric tales. ? All audio materials from the first edition--plus new audio materials for the new lessons--are included as MP3 files on a CD bound into the book.