Using Italian A Guide to Contemporary Usage [Paperback]

This 2002 book is a guide to Italian usage for students wishing to extend their knowledge of the language.This is a guide to Italian usage for students who have acquired the basics of the language and wish to extend their fluency and confidence. Reviewing all key points, it gives special attention to those areas of vocabulary and grammar which cause most difficulty to English-speakers. Careful consideration is given throughout to questions of style and register, so essential for effective communication. Clear, readable and easy to consult, this is an essential reference for learners seeking access to the finer nuances of the Italian language.This is a guide to Italian usage for students who have acquired the basics of the language and wish to extend their fluency and confidence. Reviewing all key points, it gives special attention to those areas of vocabulary and grammar which cause most difficulty to English-speakers. Careful consideration is given throughout to questions of style and register, so essential for effective communication. Clear, readable and easy to consult, this is an essential reference for learners seeking access to the finer nuances of the Italian language.Reviewing key points, this guide to Italian usage is intended for students who have acquired the basics of the language and wish to extend their fluency and confidence. It pays special attention to those areas of vocabulary and grammar which cause the most difficulty to English-speakers, and consideration is given throughout to questions of style and register. The text will be an essential reference for learners seeking access to the finer nuances of the Italian language.1. Varieties of Italian; Part I. Words and their Meanings: 2. Cognates; 3. Fields of meaning; 4. Complex verbal expressions; 5. Suffixes; 6. Idioms similes proverbs; 7. Proper names; 8. Geographical names; 9. Abbreviations and acronyms; 10. Latin expressions and sayings; 11. Grammatical terms; 12. Numerals and telephone conventlC