Author: Ronelle Alexander Publisher: University of Wisconsin Pres ISBN: 0299236544 Category : Foreign Language Study Languages : en Pages : 531
Book Description
Three official languages have emerged in the Balkan region that was formerly Yugoslavia: Croatian in Croatia, Serbian in Serbia, and both of these languages plus Bosnian in Bosnia-Herzegovina. Bosnian, Croatian, Serbian, a Textbook introduces the student to all three. Dialogues and exercises are presented in each language, shown side by side for easy comparison; in addition, Serbian is rendered in both its Latin and its Cyrillic spellings. Teachers may choose a single language to use in the classroom, or they may familiarize students with all three. This popular textbook is now revised and updated with current maps, discussion of a Montenegrin language, advice for self-study learners, an expanded glossary, and an appendix of verb types. It also features: • All dialogues, exercises, and homework assignments available in Bosnian, Croatian, and Serbian • Classroom exercises designed for both small-group and full-class work, allowing for maximum oral participation • Reading selections written by Bosnian, Croatian, and Serbian authors especially for this book • Vocabulary lists for each individual section and full glossaries at the end of the book • A short animated film, on an accompanying DVD, for use with chapter 15 • Brief grammar explanations after each dialogue, with a cross-reference to more detailed grammar chapters in the companion book, Bosnian, Croatian, Serbian, a Grammar.
Author: Aida Vidan Publisher: Hippocrene Books ISBN: 9780781814089 Category : Foreign Language Study Languages : en Pages : 369
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Croatian is a Slavic language spoken mainly in Croatia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, the Serbian province of Vojvodina, and in various neighboring countries by about 5.5 million people. It is the official and most widely used language in Croatia and one of the official languages of the European Union. Ideal for those new to Croatian, learning at home or in the classroom, this guide includes: a brief introduction to Croatia 15 carefully-paced and practical lessons with dialogues, vocabulary, and expressions exercises for each lesson with answer key Croatian-English and English-Croatian glossaries online MP3 audio files for free download featuring pronunciation by native speakers
Author: Aida Vidan Publisher: Hippocrene Books ISBN: 9780781812320 Category : Croatian language Languages : en Pages : 0
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The Beginner's Series offers basic language instruction, with grammar, vocabulary, and common phrases presented in clear, concise lessons. Review questions and exercises accompany each lesson. Historical and cultural information provides insight into customs and everyday situations. Books in this series are ideal for students, travelers, and businesspeople. This book together with the 2 CDs is designed for both classroom use and self-study. Each of the 15 lessons includes a dialogue about an everyday topic, vocabulary lists, explanations of grammar, and exercises. Audio CDs accompany the lessons, providing correct pronunciation of the dialogues and vocabulary, with pauses for repetition by the student. Includes: An introduction to Croatia; Fifteen practical lessons with dialogues, vocabulary, and expressions; Exercises with answer keys; Croatian-English and English-Croatian glossaries; Two audio CDs of dialogues and vocabulary spoken by native Croatian speakers.
Author: Ronelle Alexander Publisher: Univ of Wisconsin Press ISBN: 0299211932 Category : Foreign Language Study Languages : en Pages : 490
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Bosnian, Croatian, Serbian, a Grammar analyzes and clarifies the complex, dynamic language situation in the former Yugoslavia. Addressing squarely the issues connected with the splintering of Serbo-Croatian into component languages, this volume provides teachers and learners with practical solutions and highlights the differences among the languages as well as the communicative core that they all share. The first book to cover all three components of the post-Yugoslav linguistic environment, this reference manual features: · Thorough presentation of the grammar common to Bosnian, Croatian, and Serbian, with explication of all the major differences · Examples from a broad range of spoken language and literature · New approaches to accent and clitic ordering, two of the most difficult points in BCS grammar · Order of grammar presentation in chapters 1–16 keyed to corresponding lessons in Bosnian, Croatian, Serbian, a Textbook · "Sociolinguistic commentary" explicating the cultural and political context within which Bosnian, Croatian, and Serbian function and have been defined · Separate indexes of the grammar and sociolinguistic commentary, and of all words discussed in both
Author: Marija S. Publisher: ISBN: 9780369600295 Category : Juvenile Nonfiction Languages : en Pages : 32
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Did you ever want to teach your kids the basics of Croatian ? Learning Croatian can be fun with this picture book. In this book you will find the following features: Croatian Alphabets. Croatian Words. English Translations.
Author: Ante Susnjar Publisher: Hippocrene Books ISBN: 9780781808101 Category : Foreign Language Study Languages : en Pages : 276
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Croatian, the official language of the Republic of Croatia, uses the Latin alphabet. The dictionary and phrasebook includes a dictionary of over 1,000 words, plus helpful phrasebook chapters covering such subjects as travel and transportation, getting around, food and drink, healthcare, and much more.
Author: Željko Vrabec Publisher: Routledge ISBN: 1000431975 Category : Foreign Language Study Languages : en Pages : 327
Book Description
Bosnian, Croatian, Montenegrin and Serbian: An Essential Grammar is intended for beginners and intermediate students who need a reference that explains grammar in straightforward terms. It covers all the main areas of the modern single BCMS grammatical system in an accessible way, and free from jargon. When linguistic terminology is used, it is explained in layman’s terms, the logic of a rule is presented simply and near parallels are drawn with English. This book covers all the grammar necessary for everyday communication (reaching B1 and B2 of the CEFR, ACTFL Intermediate-Intermediate- Mid). The book comprises of extensive chapters on all parts of speech, the creation of different word forms (endings for cases in nouns and adjectives, case forms for pronouns, tenses, verbal modes, verbal aspect etc.) and their uses in sentences. Each rule is illustrated with numerous examples from everyday living language used in Bosnia-Herzegovina, Croatia, Montenegro and Serbia. This is a unique reference book in English aimed at the level of language study that treats BCMS as a single grammar system, explaining and highlighting all the small differences between the four variants of this polycentric language.
Author: Ivka Hren Publisher: Preceptor Language Guides ISBN: 9781619494152 Category : Languages : en Pages : 406
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This is a guidebook written for beginning to advanced Croatian language learners. It will help you learn some of the most commonly used verbs in the Croatian language. It is the most comprehensive resource available for learning and mastering Croatian verbs. The verbs are arranged in tabular format in alphabetical order, which will make navigating through the program easier. Each verb is fully conjugated and presented in all forms. The book features sample sentences to demonstrate verb usage in context, as well as a grammar review. This indispensable guide will help you conjugate verbs with ease, enabling you to communicate in Croatian with confidence.
Author: Celia Hawkesworth Publisher: Routledge ISBN: 1317306708 Category : Foreign Language Study Languages : en Pages : 385
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Colloquial Croatian provides a step-by-step course in Croatian as it is written and spoken today. Combining a user-friendly approach with a thorough treatment of the language, it equips learners with the essential skills needed to communicate confidently and effectively in Croatian in a broad range of situations. No prior knowledge of the language is required. Key features include: • progressive coverage of speaking, listening, reading and writing skills • structured, jargon-free explanations of grammar • an extensive range of focused and stimulating exercises • realistic and entertaining dialogues covering a broad variety of scenarios • useful vocabulary lists throughout the text • additional resources available at the back of the book, including a full answer key, a grammar summary and bilingual glossaries Balanced, comprehensive and rewarding, Colloquial Croatian will be an indispensable resource both for independent learners and students taking courses in Croatian. Audio material to accompany the course is available to download free in MP3 format from www.routledge.com/cw/colloquials. Recorded by native speakers, the audio material features the dialogues and texts from the book and will help develop your listening and pronunciation skills.
Author: FLLC Travel Guides Publisher: FASTLANE LLC ISBN: 1641939001 Category : Travel Languages : en Pages : 41
Book Description
One of the most overlooked European travel destinations is Croatia. It is a place with over 1200 various islands, waters that are a very deep blue, and villages and towns that are riddled with history. It’s no wonder why people come here from all over the place. It’s becoming one of the fastest growing tourist destinations, and with the reopening of the country to travelers a little under thirty years ago, travelers are starting to go to this location not just because of the historical spots, but also the national parks and gorgeous beaches. It entered the European Union in 2013, allowing more American travelers to come to it. it’s a great place to navigate, and in this book, you’ll learn of the top beginner spots to check out, why they are, and some tips to help you with where you should go. By the end of this, you’ll know exactly why it’s imperative to check out this gorgeous country, what it means for you as a traveler, along with what you should do and not do when it comes to visiting Croatia. It’s a gorgeous place, and this guide will fit you with the information that you need to have the best vacation possible
Author: Ronelle Alexander
Author: Aida Vidan
Author: Aida Vidan
Author: Ronelle Alexander
Author: Marija S.
Author: Ante Susnjar
Author: Željko Vrabec
Author: Ivka Hren
Author: Celia Hawkesworth
Author: FLLC Travel Guides